Without a cobra bites, fines and root canals, many things are best done in combinations of two experts. Think margarita with salt, beer, brats and sauerkraut, or a day off in the great outdoors with your spouse, children or a good friend. Duality is an enduring themes of life.
Let us be brave, ride ATVs and paste this list. You might say, 2-up ATVs have been overcome by two people side by side, but we strongly urge differ. UTVs have their advantages, and are veryATV fun, but two people on more routes are allowed to take up less space, usually cost less and be more physically engaging a journey that is important to give the fans like us.
It is worth noting that 2-up represent about 6.7 percent of the ATV industry - a profitable segment, which has grown in recent years, so the expansion of the distribution options available.
We recently won the Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI Touring ATV 2008 and our year, but some newThe competition of the Can-Am Outlander Max refreshed and Arctic Cat models Cruiser innovative conditions for a 2-up full-on comparison test.
Our review team included three couples - a group of friends, some about to be relatives (their marriage) and a married couple that many miles aboard their two-up in the last three and a half years is pending . There was a wide range of ATV experience - the perfect team to dissect and review three unique machines.
We unloaded and went to the coasta typical woodland with many in the public arena - from huge Minnesota Lake Mille Lacs, Red Top ATV Trail Ride. With a long former rail bed wash, wide connector trails through the woods and had a technical problem "High Adventure" wind, the Red Top variety for a full investigation is necessary.
3 Place - Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI Touring
With four different models, has a wide range of Polaris 2-up versions to serve different target groups. The X2's have aFolding rear seat backrest that becomes a cargo area, while the Touring models convenient for couples who want serious miles with a large, fixed rear seat lush, which will set a significant improvement in the accommodation of passengers concessions X2 .
Based on the old sport suspension, is to distinguish the beautiful, new XP last summer, is the Touring Sport as a 500 or 800. We wanted to test the best 2-ups are available, so we went for the Touring800, with its powerful 760cc two-cylinder mill.
Features
The drivers are already on the market for years, but continually updated, the Touring Sport contains some surprises. This does not mean that it is no great features, but as a mode through pulling Versatrac Turf for discreet your garden, ample storage space, the Polaris-exclusive Active Descent Control, four-wheel engine braking is strong enough to stop offering a quad To get a full load ofMountain path, with no brakes.
Passenger-centric features include a rear seat is more competition for Arctic Cat, Sleep, and Can-Am, two built-in cup holders, square "isolating vibration" rubber and plastic handles and adjustable pedals, also seek to minimize vibrations.
More goodies are on-demand four-wheel drive, independent suspension with MacPherson struts in front and two at-arms in the back, an inch Rear Receiveran attractive finish that Polaris says it is nine times more scratch resistant than regular plastic and aluminum cutting circles. With a price of $ 9,699 was the least expensive camera for the sports event with a simple $ 230 compared to Arctic Cat - but it is the only car here without a winch.
From the backseat
As already mentioned, our group was a heterogeneous group of testers - some 2-up riding for the first time, other well-known quad riding in pairs. Each documented their impressions,Assessing various aspects of comfort, perceived quality, functionality and performance. All valuations placed strong emphasis on comfort and accommodation.
What was the last and largest 2-up in 2008 has lost its luster after our team of six people. Each of our testers unanimously Sportsman Touring to be the platform not designed for passenger comfort.
All the drivers mentioned a good feeling back, leaning too far back and offer little lumbar support. The front passenger seatThe soil is good, comfortable, but has the form difficult to remain relatively flat over rough terrain, sometimes bouncing back ahead of the driver in the back of the driver - not fun for anyone. The corner handles to do the trick, but they were too close to the thighs and rugged and isolated, most of the dents on the passenger's arms and shoulders of others, since more handles.
The footrests are also the target of some grumbling. The meat? They are too shortwith boots hanging from the front, and do not have the jagged metal, that the driver receives. While the rubber reduces the vibrations, it must maintain the necessary plug in the back seat driver is properly held.
Speaking of agitation said, our passengers, the rear position of Polaris was too rough on bumpy roads - even in the softer spring settings, the rear suspension was too stiff. There is a spacious deck, however,
and better at a lower speed or less suitableYou may junkets, looking at each pair of users.
For the driver
From the driver's seat, it is difficult to say, there is also a passenger on board, because the athlete has enough power for ease and ability to handle the additional load suspension with full composure.
From the point of view of the driver, the Sportsman's fun to drive and very predictable. Active Descent Control makes it easy to fix reasonable speed for passenger comfort, great quality inhilly terrain or on narrow forest paths with constant changes in vehicle speed. One tester said the engine braking was too strong for his taste, but can be activated at the touch of a switch. A very large deck space to relax for both drivers, without getting too close.
Like most Sportsman models, the Touring offers smooth, low effort steering, a pillow, soft seat and a lot of fun when you start to explore the burly motor skills -enough, but it was hard to tell, the passenger does not share in the fun. A quick slap on the back of the helmet has made it clear to everyone.
A passenger riding pass as the Touring adds rear-seat experience more clearly: "I was not having fun, I fight to stay in the race.". Like all parents, reluctantly leaving a grocery getter, white, driving comfort and safety the highest priority for the implementation of human cargo. We are looking forward to a better 2-up based PolarisXP on the frame.
2 Place - Arctic Cat TRV 700 H1 EFI Cruiser
Everyone was excited to try out the imagination Arctic Cat 700 Cruiser, with its high-end steel blue metallic paint, alloy wheels attractive, large and matching storage trunk, heated driver and front passenger door handles and windshield mirrors with integrated side that gave the appearance of a high quality Tourer. In fact, with its standard winds, this may be one of the most luxurious of the ATVMarket.
We were hoping to take the Cruiser 1000 model to test H2 Thundercat 951cc engine the overwhelming, but we had what was available - the 700, with a strong single cylinder engine, we praised for its first smooth, progressive power. The 700 Cruiser also costs $ 2,500 less than the 1000 model, so it will probably appeal to a wider audience.
Features
Based on the largest Arctic Cat TRV (Two Rider Vehicle) chassis, a longer wheelbase that Cruisers8 inches long above their companions one person. This gives the Cruiser with better handling characteristics and a sense of stability when cornering or on rough terrain - you will definitely encounter on each route. Cat "around-in" suspension lowers the center of gravity than previous models, while maintaining 11-inch ground clearance, according to the Can-Am feet away.
In addition to these subtleties features include durableFor automotive-style paint, electronic differential lock, equipped with a 2-inch receiver, a pilot cup holders and four-wheel double A-arm independent suspension.
From the backseat
Handles curves and a rear seat luxury from Arctic Cat, a popular choice for passengers, with a meter called the best place in the test. The handles are less rigid than the other, a nice quality that allows the seat
and handles, to absorb some of the shock for a less strenuous ride.
AProblem noted by all was that the period of winding around the passenger handles too far forward, so that with a few bruised thigh. A simple design to fix the cat's rear seat would be almost flawless.
The rear seat is folded down slightly, enough to hold all in place. Well, the platforms and the capture of large size, it is crucial to ensure that passengers remain in place and prevent catapulted back into the cabin.
For the driver
Carrying around a passengerlittle impact on powerful cruiser. There is more roll in corners than other cars, but ground clearance, a stable platform and smooth engine braking is provided a good car for the driver to provide a smooth ride. With Peppe engines are the Can-Am and Polaris a little fun 'more aggressive riders meet in the woods and on the long straights, but the Arctic Cat brand expected: two people comfortable. The Cruiser 1000 is undoubtedly a lot of performance for allConditions.
Break on the first track, everyone wanted to shop in smart-looking lockable rear cargo box, storage cavernous ATV standards. His operation has not met expectations, calling it a "specious." Mastering proper closing and locking his was a team effort, but we have discovered and used the space to carry drinks, pencils, notebooks, a tire repair kit and layers of clothes. Arctic Cat all gave high marks for providing such a great amount of storage, usefulalmost every lap, but the box might be something of sophistication.
The fresh look of the windshield and side mirrors have been betrayed by poor execution. The plastic windshield vibrated lose more times during our tests, while the mirror came off and are generally difficult to adjust in a reasonable position. Usually we have a vibrant reflection of us.
Finally, the cruiser speedometer is also evidence of EFI diagnostic output, and do not start the engine for a short time. Thecan provide a single incident, but was not well received by the gallery. We are still on the dealer's word on what this was all about.
You can always save money with the TRV 700 H1, which comes without the windshield, heated hand grips and the craftsmanship of the plastic container for a surface load optional, but the cruiser would be better to go in cold weather
Conditions, with its large sign and heated grips. To ride the summer, we have removed, noise, dirt collection and windshieldMirror.
Even with a couple of disturbing bits such as the EFI / speedo question, the bulky and removable cargo box, windshield troublesome, the Arctic Cat TRV 700 H1 EFI Cruiser nice a machine that offers comfort for the driver and front passenger looks good photogenic and enough space to really go off the beaten track.
1 Place - MAX 800R Can-Am Outlander EFI XT
From the turn of the key deterrent against theft, the desire of digital counters, the more comfortable seatsHandles, the sound of roaring engine the intoxicating power, all planted in their seats, the Outlander MAX 800R Can-Am exudes quality and fun.
It 'the most powerful engine in the test, and one of the most powerful ATV in the market, motivated, and all agreed except for one of our six-person test team, the Can-Am of the rig's most attractive group - the driver and passengers.
Features
As his head just under 11 large price is higher in the group, but we werean intermediate level of XT (in contrast to the opulent contrast LTDS) is still dressed as most standards, everyone. Less well-equipped models can benefit from less, but only without the fancy wheels and the winds.
But we as a snazzy aluminum wheels, and they always want a winch on a machine that is too heavy for abuse.
Most of what is good for the Can-Am is also unique - help "round beam" frame, the Outlander weigh a little 'less than the other, a rear TTISuspension, wheels degraded scrub and still have a sporty and smooth, automatic locking front differential for children, a digital security system and the wild, explosive V-Twin engine.
The internal hydraulic discs, while only one, the machine of the biggest mistakes low-cost sounding squeak when moving hard on the brakes. Previous experience with Can-Am Four wheels of similar design, these brakes is shown to be very sensitive to water - a questionable call on a constructionOff-road, he would say.
The 2010 model with dual-mode power steering was not available for our tests, but only sweeten the business in our eyes so high handlebars and low steering forces Outlander disadvantages are low.
From the backseat
For passengers, the Can-Am has obvious errors. The handles are not as lush Arctic Cat heated, but are bent by the driver, so there's bruises on the legs of our passengers. The rear seat
is bent downthe passenger in place to keep the great works, but a female testers said that the back seat was a bit 'pushy. This makes the back seat of a place uncomfortable for men.
A full ride height of the foot on this machine, we show the best of both worlds: a frame that prevents debris and sporty handling with minimal roll. For a couple, at least, seemed like the Can-Am, the current slide occasional wide open, smooth way to promote. In addition, rough rock sectionsCan-Am is a smooth ride for both drivers made available, although a little 'less forgiving than the Arctic Cat
"I could drive on that machine all day on flat paths or in rough terrain," said a happy man. "As a passenger, I appreciate this machine anymore."
For the driver
Behind the bars of the Outlander, it is difficult to say, there is also a passenger hanging behind. Off-camber sections, rapid braking, rough trails, steep hills and tight corners lost all that stable suspension interfereand the suspension and power were easily up to the task.
If you're trying to scare the bejesus are a passenger, this machine has to do the speed. It also has the attitude and polish to bring all passengers on a casual, comfortable ride, even if fasting range of powerful motor speed makes the machine a bit 'nervous.
As we know, many owners to ride 2-up, with only some of the passengers of the time, like us, that the Can-Am's rear seat is removable and can be replaced with a small storage compartment. Productionthe swap could not be easier or faster, in contrast to the discerning cat accessories. Click either bloc with a sedative, so you can be sure that everything is properly set.
At the end of the day, all but one rated the Outlander MAX 800R Can-Am as their guide favorites. Looking at the facts, it is easy to see why: the obvious quality, consisting of chassis, engine overachieving, a comfortable seat,
right hand and took hold and the ability to quickly switch from 1:00 to 1:00 and transformTwo people in the car.
If you go alone or with a co-pilot, the Can-Am sent to the expectations and aesthetic at the same time. We suspect that the addition of power steering and a slightly weaker graphics are just to improve the Max for the year 2010 - our new favorite, no-compromise two-up ATV.
