In hillclimb competitions, in backcountry riding, and in spirited high-mark contests, Polaris Deep Snow models dominate the competition with the ultimate combination of power, strength, light weight and durability.

Polaris Deep Snow models completely dominated the Rocky Mountain Snowmobile Hillclimb Assn. (RMSHA) circuit in 2013. Polaris racers won 12 RMSHA points titles last season, and won 23 of 24 RMSHA Stock class events. Now that’s Terrain Domination® – right from the crate.

Polaris Deep Snow models deliver exactly what demanding riders need for their challenging riding conditions: Strong, powerful, lightweight, durable and incredibly flickable sleds.

Polaris RMK® models beat the competition with innovative, industry-leading technologies such as the QuickDrive® Low Inertia Drive System, carbon fiber overstructure, bonded A-Arms, PowderTrac™ extruded aluminum running boards, and premium Walker Evans® shocks.

Plus, backcountry riders have their choice of Polaris RMK® ASSAULT® and Switchback® ASSAULT® models that are lightweight, strong, powerful and ready to “go big.”

Polaris riders also have the opportunity to customize their Deep Snow models to suit their riding and style. This year’s Polaris SnowCheck Select program delivers TRUE customization and lets riders truly build their sled from the ground up, including the ability to create their customized combination of chassis, suspension, track, color, and tunnel and rail choices. The rider is able to customize their sled in three easy steps: choose your sled, choose your colors, and choose your factory options. More than 20,000 combinations are possible with the many options available through this Polaris-exclusive order program.

A Deep Snow Model for Every Rider

Only Polaris has three unique, specialized platforms for distinctly different types of deep snow riders. Each rider can choose the exact platform that’s right for how and where they ride.

• PRO-RMK® models are engineered for steep mountain slopes and big powder: Deep powder, thick trees, singletracking and minimal running on groomed trails. The lightest, strongest, most-flickable sleds in the world.
• RMK® models are designed for all deep snow terrain: Powder, climbing, singletracking, riding in the trees and on groomed trails.
• ASSAULT® models are for riders who love severe, rough, extreme terrain riding. They are backcountry freeriders who love hitting lips, pulling big jumps, dropping cornices and pounding through the whoops.

The 2015 Polaris® Deep Snow lineup includes:

• 600 RMK® 144, 600 RMK® 155 and 800 RMK® 155
• 600 PRO-RMK® 155, 800 PRO-RMK® 155 and 800 PRO-RMK® 163
• 800 RMK® ASSAULT® 155, 600 Switchback® ASSAULT® 144 and 800 Switchback® ASSAULT® 144

Polaris Deep Snow Chassis

Strong, lightweight, balanced and flickable platforms provide the foundation for Polaris Deep Snow Terrain Domination®. All RMK models, PRO-RMK models, and the RMK ASSAULT 155 are built on the PRO-RIDE™ RMK® Chassis, the ultimate deep snow platform.

This light, rigid and perfectly balanced chassis delivers precise handling on all terrain in all snow depths. The RMK coil-over rear suspension is designed for flotation and deep snow performance with a comfortable on-trail ride.

The PRO-RMK models and 800 RMK ASSAULT 155 are built on an enhanced version of this platform, the confidence-inspiring PRO-RIDE™ Chassis with Carbon Fiber Overstructure, which features overstructure that reduces weight without compromising strength and delivers ultimate performance.

This rigid chassis helps improve rider skills and enjoyment in every situation, from technical tree riding to a demanding sidehill and turn-out. The enhanced weight transfer produces Rider Active Control, and the 300% more rigid chassis results in more precise handling.

The PRO-RIDE RMK Chassis features:

• Minimized Weight: A 2015 PRO-RMK 155 model weighs 417 pounds, 14 pounds less than the same model in 2011 and 42 lb. lighter than 2014 competitive models.

• RAW Refined: Everything that can be lighter is lighter, including: The low-profile LED taillight, lightweight punched snow flap with hand access, carbon fiber bumper, and narrower tunnel cooling extrusions.

• Structural Adhesive Bonded Components: Polaris uses structural adhesive bonded components to create strength while minimizing sled weight. This process eliminates fasteners and welds, and provides superior strength and reduced weight. The set of bonded Lower Control Arms featuring forged aluminum ends and steel tubing weighs 2 lb. less than welded steel control arms.

Polaris Deep Snow models also feature:

• The PRO-RIDE RMK Adjustable Front Suspension: It provides the lightest weight and optimal strength, and the steering geometry reduces steering effort and provides predictable turn-in characteristics.
• Premium IFS Shocks: RMK® models have RydeFX® shocks, PRO-RMK models use Walker Evans® shocks, and the 800 RMK® ASSAULT® 155 has Walker Evans® Piggyback Adjustable Shocks.
• RMK Coil-Over Rear Suspension: It gets up on the snow quickly so a rider can outclimb friends on competitive sleds and sidehill with greater control. This lightweight skid provides excellent flotation and deep snow performance, and an impressive on-trail ride.
• Gripper Skis: They provide flotation and great handling with their deep keel design.
• Outstanding Deep Snow Tracks: The 155 models use a 2.4″ Series 5.1 track, the 800 PRO-RMK® 163 has a 2.4″ Series 5.1 track, and the 800 RMK ASSAULT 155 is available with a choice of tracks: a Series 5.1 track with 2.4″ lugs, or a Competition track with 2.125″ lugs.
• Powerful Engines: Deep Snow models feature the Polaris® Liberty® liquid-cooled 600 or 800 twin with Cleanfire® injection. These liquid-cooled twins with semi-direct injection (SDI) provide outstanding throttle response and instant acceleration.

Innovative Polaris engineering has produced the lightest, most efficient drive systems in selected models:

• QuickDrive® Low Inertia Drive System in PRO-RMK Models
All PRO-RMK models use the innovative QuickDrive Low Inertia Drive System that has reduced rotating mass and provides quicker acceleration and increased “flickability.” This complete, lightweight drive system includes: an extruded drive shaft, lightweight brake, RMK-specific brake caliper, and a maintenance-free belt drive that requires no oil or tensioner system. The complete system reduces rotational inertia by 21%, which means 5 pounds less effort when carving. It also features a QuickDrive® belt introduced in 2014 that is stronger and runs cooler.

• Lightweight Rotor & Jackshaft in 800 RMK ASSAULT
The 800 RMK ASSAULT has a lightweight rotor and jackshaft that minimize sled weight, reduce rotating mass, and optimize the efficiency of power delivery.

Polaris Deep Snow Ergonomics

Polaris Deep Snow models feature ergonomics that put a rider confidently in control, whether sitting, standing, or sidehilling on a single running board. The RMK models, PRO-RMK models and the 800 RMK ASSAULT 155 stocking models all come standard with:

• PowderTrac™ Running Boards

The 600 and 800 RMK 155 models, all PRO-RMK models, and the 800 RMK ASSAULT 155 have strong, lightweight PowderTrac™ Running Boards. Built from extruded aluminum with bonded cast lugs, they have 50% open area and deliver optimized snow clean-out and maximum strength. Their machined, integrated traction surface provides sure-footing.

• Deep Snow Handlebars

PRO-RMK models have a ProTaper® handlebar with handlebar hooks, while the RMK ASSAULT has a ProTaper bar with a high-rise aluminum design, adjustable bar clamp and handlebar hooks. All RMK models have a handlebar with integrated handlebar hooks mounted on a fixed 3.5″ (89mm) riser.

• PRO-LITE Seat

The 600 and 800 RMK® 155, PRO-RMK® models and 800 RMK® ASSAULT® have the PRO-LITE Seat, a purpose-built deep snow seat.

• Multi-Function Display Instrumentation
The easy to read and customizable MFD keeps a rider appraised of operating conditions. It includes data such as a tachometer and speedometer, air temperature, tripmeters, ride time and ride distance.

600 RMK 144

The 600 RMK 144 is a strong, lightweight, flickable deep snow model that also delivers an excellent on-trail ride and outstanding value. It has an RMK Rear Suspension with a RydeFX® front track shock, RydeAFX® rear track shock, a 2.0″ Series 4 track, Freestyle Seat and Hybrid™ Running Boards with foot stirrups, wide running boards and fishbone tunnel reinforcements.

Terrain Domination® Series Editions

Polaris dealers will stock two limited availability Terrain Domination® Series Limited Edition models: 800 PRO-RMK models with numerous special features. Both models are powered by the 800 engine with Cleanfire® injection, and both have Walker Evans® Clicker Shocks, ProTaper® low handlebars, and a PRO-LITE seat. On both models, the hood, side panels and tank feature special graphics, and the suspension components, tunnel, windshield, running boards, bumpers, and more are painted in coordinating colors.

• The 800 PRO-RMK 155 LE features a red/white/black color and graphics package, and it has a Burandt Tunnel Bag.

• The 800 PRO-RMK 163 LE has an orange/grey/black graphics and color package and a Burandt Tunnel Bag.

600/800 SWITCHBACK ASSAULT 144

The 600 Switchback ASSAULT 144 and 800 Switchback ASSAULT 144 are the ultimate 50/50 crossover machines. These are versatile sleds are at home on the trail and especially adept in the backcountry, where their lightweight and easy handling makes them perfect for woods and deep snow exploration.

• Switchback ASSAULT models ride on a purpose-built version of the PRO-RIDE™ chassis optimized tor backcountry snowmobility.
• They feature a special 144″ uncoupled rear skid and have premium Walker Evans® compression-adjustable shocks, a 1.35″ Cobra track, Hybrid™ Running Boards, Lightweight Freestyle Seat, ProTaper handlebar, and aluminum bumper.

SnowCheck Select: TRUE Customization With Over 20,000 Combinations

The expanded 2015 SnowCheck Select program lets riders truly customize a 2015 Polaris® Deep Snow model from the ground up and build their sled specifically for the way they ride.

Riders have more choices than ever before, including the ability to create their customized combination of chassis, suspension, track, color, and tunnel and rail choices.

There are more than 20,000 unique combinations of Deep Snow options, and it’s as easy as 1-2-3 to customize a sled:

• Step 1: Choose your sled.
• Step 2: Choose your colors.
• Step 3: Choose your options.

Riders can further customize their new sleds with Polaris accessories such as new colors of bumpers, skid plates, running boards, and body panel wraps.

Riders can customize sleds at TerrainDomination.com, then submit or take a description of their favorite sled to a Polaris snowmobile dealer to place their SnowCheck Select order. The Polaris SnowCheck Select order period runs from March 3, 2014, through April 15, 2014.

Polaris is a recognized leader in the powersports industry with annual 2013 sales of $3.8 billion. Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets innovative, high quality off-road vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER® and RZR® side-by-side vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles and on-road electric/hybrid powered vehicles. Polaris is among the global sales leaders for both snowmobiles and off-road vehicles and has established a presence in the heavyweight cruiser and touring motorcycle market with the Victory and Indian Motorcycle brands. Additionally, Polaris continues to invest in the global on-road small electric/hybrid powered vehicle industry with Global Electric Motorcars (GEM), Goupil Industrie SA, Aixam Mega S.A.S., and internally developed vehicles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Polaris Engineered parts, accessories and apparel and Klim branded apparel. Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PII, and the Company is included in the S&P Mid-Cap 400 stock price index.

Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime at www.polaris.com.

Polaris has greatly expanded the legendary Terrain Domination INDY riders can achieve with the introduction of the new 2015 550 INDY Voyageur 155 and 550 INDY Adventure 155.

These new 155″ track models deliver greatly enhanced on- and off-trail performance, giving riders the ability to ride, tour, work and play with more versatility than ever before through:

• Ultimate Deep Snow Flotation
• The Best Trail Handling at ANY Speed
• Unmatched Hauling & Towing Capacity

The INDY Recreational Utility lineup features the ultimate 1-2 punch of INDY 155s and INDY 144s. With three unique INDY Voyageurs, there is now an INDY Voyageur for everyone.

Among the numerous premium components of the new INDY 155″ models are three new features that provide the sleds with terrain-dominating on- and off-trail versatility.

NEW 155 Articulated Rear Suspension
The rear suspension of the new 550 INDY Voyageur 155 and new 550 INDY Adventure 155 features an articulated rail for the best off-trail deep snow capability and to prevent trenching when backing up. The rail tips up so the track can ride over obstacles, making backing up easier. This rear skid also delivers better load carrying capacity and accommodates a larger cargo rack.

• The rear suspension provides greater off-trail mobility & a smoother ride than a shorter skid.
• The uncoupled torsion spring skid has a RydeFX® MPV compression adjustable rear track shock.

NEW PRO-FLOAT Skis

The new INDY 155″ models have strong, lightweight new skis that provide outstanding off-trail flotation and unmatched on- and off-trail steering and control. Each ski is 9.5″ wide and the pair of skis has a combined surface area of 410 sq. in., more than 45% greater than PRO-STEER skis. The stepped keel design provides enhanced handling in all snow conditions: easier, more responsive deep snow handling and outstanding trail handling.

NEW High-Flotation Track

Both new INDY® 155″ models feature the new 15″ x 155″ x 1.6″ Cobra track that features deep lugs with a cupped design for outstanding off-trail performance. This is a true on-/off-trail hybrid track, and the lugs’ stiffness ensures great trail performance.

The INDY Recreational Utility models use either the powerful and efficient Polaris® Liberty® liquid-cooled 600 twin with Cleanfire® injection, or the proven, dependable 550 fan-cooled twin with NiCaSil-lined cylinders for excellent heat dispersion. These sleds also have electric start, PERC® Reverse, and the RMK® hydraulic disc brake.

2015 INDY Voyageur™ Models

The INDY Voyageur models are light, recreational utility machines that carry or tow cargo amazingly well and excel at both work and play. These smooth-handling models are well-suited for trail riding at all speeds, and are extremely capable off-trail.

• The new 550 Voyageur 155 delivers great off-trail, deep snow capability and greater cargo carrying capacity. It is designed for those that may need to haul heavier loads. It has a wrap-around aluminum cargo rack and a 65 lb. total hauling capacity, and a hinged tow hitch for greater versatility and better towing.

• The proven INDY Voyageur 144 is exceptionally versatile, offering great on- and off-trail performance. It is available for 2015 with both the 550 and 600 engines. The INDY Voyageur 144 models have a durable steel rear cargo rack large enough to hold a 5-gallon pail.

The new 550 INDY Voyageur 155 is the ultimate deep snow recreational utility sled. It vastly outperforms competitive recreational utility sleds with its superior suspension and outstanding balance. It has the adjustable RMK front suspension, a versatile, proven design that handles well in all terrain and snow depths. It corners flat and stable, with cargo or just a rider on board.

Unlike competitive recreational utility machines that handle poorly when the sleds are loaded with cargo in the rear, the new 550 INDY Voyageur 155 is well-balanced from end to end and is engineered to deliver outstanding handling whether hauling, towing, or carrying only a rider. It delivers superior deep snow stability and is easy to control in all off-trail conditions, making it fun and easy to ride off-trail.

Riders will cover more ground, be more productive, venture farther off-trail – and have more fun – with the stable, easy-handling 550 INDY Voyageur 155.

2015 INDY Adventure Models

Both the new 550 INDY Adventure 155 and the popular 550 INDY Adventure 144 offer the unmatched versatility of tremendous on- and off-trail performance, the most innovative cargo system in snowmobiling, and a Lock & Ride® Convertible Passenger Seat.

With the new 155 Articulated Rear Suspension, PRO-FLOAT Skis and high-flotation Cobra track (all covered above), the all-new 550 INDY® Adventure 155 combines all the proven INDY Adventure cargo- and passenger-carrying versatility with greatly enhanced off-trail and deep snow mobility.

The INDY Adventure models feature:

• The versatile and innovative INDY® PRO-RIDE™ Seat, which provides the driver with a comfortable ride and includes the Lock & Ride® Convertible Passenger Seat that makes it easy to convert the sled from a 2-up model to 1-up, and back again.

• The Polaris-exclusive Adventure Cargo System features a rear Aluminum Rack that can hold cargo and holds the innovative Lock & Ride® Saddlebags. These spacious bags can be installed or removed in seconds, without tools. They lock securely onto the sides of the rack and provide convenient, protected storage that expands every rider’s travel options. The saddlebags provide 966 cu. in. of storage per bag and feature removable liners with zippered access and handles so the liners can be carried, loaded with gear, to and from the sled.

• A tall windshield directs wind and snow over or around the riders, and side panel-mounted wind deflectors direct wind and snow out, away from the rider for optimal comfort and protection.

The INDY Adventure models also have hood-mounted mirrors, passenger footrests, a lightweight aluminum PRO-RIDE™ Extreme Front Bumper

INDY Model Segment Includes a Sled for Every Rider

The INDY model segment includes two additional versatile long-track models: the 550 INDY LXT 144, a comfortable touring model, and the 550 INDY 144, which features great on- and off-trail riding.

The INDY Recreational Utility models complement the 2015 INDY Performance line-up, which has a sled for every rider: 800 INDY SP, 600 INDY SP, 600 INDY, 550 INDY and Youth 120 INDY.

Plus, there are two specially equipped models available exclusively through SnowCheck Select that pay tribute to 60 years of Polaris Terrain Domination®: The 800 INDY SP 60th Anniversary Model and the 600 INDY SP 60th Anniversary Model. These models come with:

• 60th Anniversary graphics package
• Matte Black painted tunnel
• Red painted rails, spindles and a-arms
• 1.25″ Ripsaw II track
• Extreme Riser Bag and Tunnel Bag
• FOX® IFP Shocks
• Choice of manual or electric start
• Choice of windshield (low black with handguards, mid smoke, or tall smoke)

Polaris is a recognized leader in the powersports industry with annual 2013 sales of $3.8 billion. Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets innovative, high quality off-road vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER® and RZR® side-by-side vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles and on-road electric/hybrid powered vehicles. Polaris is among the global sales leaders for both snowmobiles and off-road vehicles and has established a presence in the heavyweight cruiser and touring motorcycle market with the Victory and Indian Motorcycle brands. Additionally, Polaris continues to invest in the global on-road small electric/hybrid powered vehicle industry with Global Electric Motorcars (GEM), Goupil Industrie SA, Aixam Mega S.A.S., and internally developed vehicles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Polaris Engineered parts, accessories and apparel and Klim branded apparel. Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PII, and the Company is included in the S&P Mid-Cap 400 stock price index.

Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime at www.polaris.com.

Five short years after Polaris shocked the world, reinventing the snowmobile by introducing the PRO-RIDE chassis on the RUSH model, the brand with a track record of 60 years of Terrain Domination is doing it again.

Polaris engineering, innovation, manufacturing capabilities and passionate understanding of what real riders really want have led to the all-new AXYS™ platform, the next-generation premium performance platform that is rider-balanced for terrain-dominating control.

Polaris began development of the AXYS platform with a clean sheet of paper and a simple goal: To radically raise the bar in the three dimensions that define world-class snowmobiles: Control, performance and comfort.

The all-new AXYS platform delivers the ultimate riding experience:

• Rider Balanced Control
• Unrivaled Acceleration
• Rider-Centric Comfort

Polaris is introducing a total of nine new 2015 RUSH and Switchback models built on the AXYS platform.

ALL-NEW CHASSIS

The foundation for the AXYS platform is an all-new chassis. This all-new chassis is built from the ground up with 93% new parts, including a carbon-fiber overstructure. The new chassis structure and design make it possible to change the rider positioning, centralize vehicle mass, redesign the rear suspension, add more power, remove weight, and evolve the rider’s riding experience. In short, it is the key to delivering rider-balanced control, unrivaled acceleration, and rider-centric comfort.

RIDER BALANCED™ CONTROL

Rider Balanced™ Control gives the rider:

• Flatter cornering without sacrificing the fun factor
• More precise handling in all conditions
• Better control in big bumps AND chatter bumps

How did Polaris® get there?

1. Put the rider in the right location on the sled.
2. Centralized the vehicle mass.
3. Optimized the suspension geometry to better control pitch.

Rider Positioning

Rider Balanced™ means putting the rider in the perfect position on the sled. The new chassis does just this, resulting in maximum control and maximum fun factor – at the same time.

On the new chassis, the rider is moved forward to a more balanced position on the sled. The rider’s hands are moved 4.5″ forward, the feet are 2″ forward, the knees are 4.5″ farther forward, and the seat is 4.5″ forward to put the rider in the perfect position to enjoy complete control of the sled and a great ride

In neutral riding position, the AXYS™ platform allows the sled to corner like it’s on rails with very little tip in the corners. When the trail gets rough or the rider jumps off into the powder, rider balance then enables the rider to move back and make the front end light to climb up on top of the snow or the moguls.

This perfect balance is unequaled by rider-forward competitors whose sleds can handle unpredictably in the rough, or can exhibit excessive ski-pressure on-trail, effectively diminishing the fun factor. Polaris delivers balance where others deliver forward bias.

Centralized Vehicle Mass

Vehicle mass is more centralized on the new chassis, enhancing cornering and control. The rider experiences easier and more precise handling.

Suspension Design & Positioning

The completely redesigned geometry of the all-new PRO-XC progressive-rate rear suspension is optimized for the best performance and Rider Balanced™ Control. Through innovative Polaris engineering and construction, the suspension is both lighter and stronger.

• It features a lightweight, forged aluminum rear crank.
• It has a completely redesigned crank and pivot.
• The front torque arm was moved rearward. This helps control pitch, increase travel, and improve the rail profile.

The all-new PRO-XC suspension delivers Active Pitch Control™. With Active Pitch Control, pitch is controlled by the suspension geometry and not simply by a high spring rate. This makes the sled less sensitive to adjustment while allowing optimal weight transfer.

As a result, the PRO-XC suspension delivers improved performance in ALL conditions, at all speeds. In big bumps and stutter bumps, at high and low speeds, the more compliant suspension setup produces:

• Flatter Cornering: Inside ski lift is significantly reduced.
• Chatter Bump Control: Control through chatter bumps is significantly increased. The front end of the sled stays planted even when accelerating through a corner.
• More-controlled Weight Transfer: A rider can enjoy strong, high-acceleration launches without any compromise in cornering precision.

UNRIVALED ACCELERATION

The AXYS platform delivers exactly what every rider craves: more power and less weight, resulting in unrivaled, class-leading acceleration. Polaris® achieved a 15% improvement in the power-to-weight ratio on AXYS.

Class-Leading Acceleration:

• Class-leading acceleration and speed through the ¼ mile
• Class-leading 0-60 mph
• Class-leading corner-to-corner acceleration for 30-50 mph
*Based on internal Polaris testing utilizing MY14 competitive product.

Lightest Weight:

• With its clean-sheet approach to developing the AXYS platform, Polaris engineers minimized weight throughout the sled without compromising strength.
• Selected models are up to 38 pounds lighter than they were on the previous chassis.
• The 2015 RUSH on the AXYS platform weighs at least 30 lb. less than a competitive trail performance model.
• While the weight was reduced, the sled’s strength, durability and reliability were maintained

New 800 H.O. Engine

Developed in conjunction with the AXYS platform, the new 800 H.O. engine delivers outstanding power and its integrated mounting position optimizes the balance of the chassis.

It features a high-efficiency intake and exhaust – including a 3-stage electronically-controlled exhaust valve. This delivers:

• Improved running quality and quieter ride
• Automotive smart actuator that provides feedback to the ECU for more accurate position and failsafe
• Fuel economy improvement

The electronic oil pump eliminates power-robbing gear drive – and provides more precise, improved oil delivery.

• 35% reduction in throttle effort
• More accurate & consistent oil delivery
• Altitude and temperature compensating
• Features diagnostics and failsafe

The engine weight was reduced by 3.5 lb., including a lightweight new engine mounting system and innovative, lightweight new materials that help reduce noise and weight.

Thermostat with Bypass:

• Warms up to operating temperature 40% faster
• Water flows through the engine at all times
• No possibility of cold shocking the engine

New Throttle Body:

• Lighter weight
• Reduced throttle effort
• Improved TPS location & orientation to prevent water intrusion

Improved Engine Air Flow

Polaris drivetrain engineers optimized the airflow in the new 800 H.O. engine with high-efficiency intake and exhaust and free-flowing, less-restrictive air flow, resulting in increased power output.

All-New Crankshaft = Enhanced Acceleration

The new, lightweight crankshaft provides the same balance as the previous crankshaft – with a 2.5-pound weight reduction in rotating mass. That produces a 25% reduction in inertia, improved throttle response and increased acceleration. The engine reaches its optimal operating RPM faster.

In the 2013-2014 snocross racing season, this lighter crankshaft delivered holeshot-winning enhanced acceleration for Polaris snocross racers. Recreational riders will experience enhanced acceleration from corner to corner – plus the engine delivers significantly improved fuel economy at trail speeds.

RIDER-CENTRIC COMFORT

The AXYS™ platform also raises the bar for rider comfort. Rider-Centric highlights of the AXYS platform include:

Integrated Storage: Storage was designed and developed right along with the AXYS platform, so it installs securely and easily, and features seamless, integrated styling that matches the sled’s design lines.

Enhanced Wind Protection: The hood and windshield designs produce significantly enhanced wind protection for a rider, and the foil on the side panels further enhances protection.

Improved Left-Hand Controls: The new left-hand controls feature improved ergonomics, updated styling, and enhanced hand and thumb warmer control. Controls are easy to operate with gloves on, and have an improved tactile feel.

More Comfortable Seat: The new seat utilizes a new high-performance seat foam, and the seat design is narrower in front to provide greater maneuverability. The seat is easily interchangeable with an accessory 2-up seat for true 2-up seating.

Longer, Larger Running Boards: The new seat is complemented by wider running boards that give the rider more options in foot and leg positioning. RUSH® running boards have 15% more space, Switchback running board space is increased by 11%.

Industry’s First LED Premium Lighting: Models built on the AXYS™ platform feature the industry’s first LED headlights as standard equipment. New LED headlights deliver the industry’s best lighting for significantly better visibility. Model Year 2015 AXYS LED lights are 30% brighter and nearly 1 lb. lighter.

Industry-Leading Color LCD Digital Gauge: Another industry first for Polaris, the AXYS 60th Anniversary models feature the most advanced instrumentation in snowmobiling.

Premium Fit & Finish: Interfacing surfaces between body panels and components are shorter for minimized gaps.

AXYS™ PRO-S AND PRO-X

Polaris is introducing the AXYS platform in two distinct, equally premium trim levels for both RUSH and Switchback models: PRO-S and PRO-X™. Polaris dealers will stock PRO-S models, and PRO-X models are available exclusively through SnowCheck Select.

Compared to the PRO-S setup, PRO-X models have:

• 2.5″ higher ride height
• IFS Shocks that are 1.5″ longer, resulting in more IFS travel
• Higher-rate springs on all shocks
• Taller 5″ handlebar riser

All models have Walker Evans Clicker Shocks, though PRO-S and PRO-X models have different ride heights and spring rates for optimized performance.

PRO-S

PRO-S models deliver:

• Most precise handling
• Flattest cornering on groomed and bumpy trails
• Erases the stutter bumps

The PRO-S features:

• Walker Evans® Clicker shocks
• RUSH®: 120″ x 15″ x 1.25″ Ripsaw II track
• Switchback®: 137″ x 15″ x 1.25″ Ripsaw II track

PRO-X
PRO-X models deliver:

• Ultimate big bump control
• Stand-up riding bias
• Dominates the ditches & moguls

The PRO-X™ features:

• Walker Evans® Clicker shocks
• RUSH®: 120″ x 15″ x 1.75″ Backcountry X track
• Switchback®: 137″ x 15″ x 1.75″ Backcountry X track

PRO-X models are available exclusively through MY15 SnowCheck Select

2015 RUSH PRO-S MODELS: Sharpest Handling, Quickest Accelerating
Built on the all-new AXYS™ platform, the 2015 RUSH PRO-S models are the new standard in trail performance. The 2015 models are the:

• 800 RUSH PRO-S
• 600 RUSH PRO-S

2015 SWITCHBACK PRO-S MODELS: Smoothest Riding, Most Versatile
Built on the all-new AXYS platform, the industry’s best crossover sleds just got better. The 2015 model lineup includes:

• 800 Switchback PRO-S and 600 Switchback PRO-S
• 600 Switchback Adventure, which features the Adventure Cargo System

60TH ANNIVERSARY EDITIONS

Available exclusively through SnowCheck Select, specially equipped 60th Anniversary Edition RUSH and 60th Anniversary Edition Switchback models celebrate 60 years of Polaris Terrain Domination®. They feature AXYS storage, a painted tunnel and rails, and the interactive color LCD gauge.

Five 60th Anniversary Models built on the AXYS platform are available through MY15 SnowCheck:

• 600 and 800 RUSH SnowCheck Limited Edition, 60th Anniversary Model
• 600 and 800 Switchback SnowCheck Limited Edition, 60th Anniversary Model
• 600 Switchback Adventure SnowCheck Limited Edition, 60th Anniversary Model

Polaris is a recognized leader in the powersports industry with annual 2013 sales of $3.8 billion. Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets innovative, high quality off-road vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER and RZR side-by-side vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles and on-road electric/hybrid powered vehicles. Polaris is among the global sales leaders for both snowmobiles and off-road vehicles and has established a presence in the heavyweight cruiser and touring motorcycle market with the Victory and Indian Motorcycle brands. Additionally, Polaris continues to invest in the global on-road small electric/hybrid powered vehicle industry with Global Electric Motorcars (GEM), Goupil Industrie SA, Aixam Mega S.A.S., and internally developed vehicles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Polaris Engineered parts, accessories and apparel and Klim branded apparel. Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PII, and the Company is included in the S&P Mid-Cap 400 stock price index.

Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime at www.polaris.com.

The CSRA National circuit returned to Georgian Downs in Barrie after some facility issues last season. The Barrie event is one of the largest races on the circuit and this year a long track was built to back it up.

This was one of the hometown races for the Supertrax/ Byers Motorsports/ Polaris team being a half hour down the road.

Jamie’s injury from Valcourt last weekend had not fully healed to compete at this event but he still did one lap to get minimum points.

With Jamie out, Byers Motorsports recruited Tom Adams from Indian River to compete in the Pro-Lite class. Tom raced for the team last season in Lindsay and like last year, this was Tom’s first time on the track this year.

Tom hit to the track for Saturdays practice to get the sled set-up for his liking. He came off the track with a grin from ear to ear with how impressed he was with the 2014 Polaris Racer’s throttle response and handling.

In Moto 1, Tom got a tough run to the 180* start corner and was at the back on the first lap. Tom rode well finishing 7th. He knew he was going to need a good finish in Moto 2 to qualify for the final and that’s exactly what he did finishing 3rd and qualifying 10th for a front row start in the final. Tom rode well in the final finishing 11th against the season regulars.

After having a day of racing under his belt, Tom was ready to rip the track and get strong finishes on Sunday. He came out flying in Moto 1, grabbing the holeshot and leading the race for the first 3 laps finishing 3rd at the checkered.

He grabbed another 3rd place finish in Moto 2 qualifying 6th for the final. Tom had been hot on the start light on Sunday and didn’t fail to impress for the final grabbing another holeshot with his Polaris IQ. Tom rode a hard 3 laps leading the race before fatigue started to set in, making a couple mistakes, finishing 12th.

“It felt good to be back on a sled and want to thank Byers Motorsports for giving me this opportunity. I was really impressed with how well the sled performed and pulled hard for the holeshots.” Tom said after the weekend.

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Polaris cross-country snowmobile racers Mike Morgan and Chris Olds were the leaders at the midway point of the grueling 2014 Iron Dog cross-country snowmobile race across Alaska.

Competing in the Pro class, Morgan and Olds led the field into Nome, Alaska, where the drivers enjoyed a midway banquet on Wednesday night before racing resumed Thursday, Feb. 20.

The Pros are expected to cross the finish line in Fairbanks on Saturday, Feb. 22.

Racers on Polaris snowmobiles dominated the Pro-class field at the midway point. Of the two-man Pro teams that reached Nome:

– Polaris teams were in first and third places.
– Five of the top 10 teams were on Polaris.
– Nine of the top 20 Pro teams were on Polaris sleds, more than any other brand.

Morgan and Olds arrived at the midway point in Nome 25 minutes ahead of the second-place team, meaning they would start the second half of the race with that advantage.

Both were competing on Polaris 600 Switchback PRO-R sleds. Morgan, 28, is from Nome and is in his fifth Iron Dog. Olds, 42, who is from Eagle River, Alaska, has run the race 12 times before this year and was on back-to-back winning teams in 2010 and 2011.

In third place at Nome was the Polaris team of Todd Minnick and Nick Olstad, a pair of Wasilla, Alaska, racers who teamed up to win the 2009 race. Minnick, 34, is on a 600 Switchback PRO-R in his 12th Iron Dog race. Olstad, 31, who is on a 600 RUSH in his 10th Iron Dog, won in 2005, his first year as a Pro, as well as in 2009.

Experienced racers said conditions for this year’s 2,013-mile race were as rough as they could recall. The final leg of the first half, from Unalakleet to Nome, was reportedly as challenging as the veterans had ever seen it, with a severe lack of snow, frozen tundra tussocks, exposed rock, and broken ice slowing teams and causing significant sled damage.

Polaris racer Scott Faeo rode the final 40 miles to Nome on one ski after an aftermarket ski on his sled broke. He and all the other racers took advantage of the layover in Nome to work on their sleds.

Other Polaris race teams in the top 10 at the halfway point were:

7. Archie Agnes and Arnold Marks, both from Tanana, Alaska, and both on 600 Switchback PRO-R sleds.
8. Shane Barber of Willow, Alaska, and Ryan Sottosanti of Wasilla. They reached Nome just 39 seconds behind the team ahead of them, and are racing on 600 Switchback PRO-R sleds.

10. Gabe Bunke of Moorhead, Minnesota, and Scott Faeo of Wasilla. They were racing on 600 INDY sleds, and arrived in Nome just 8 seconds behind the ninth-place team. Faeo is in his second Iron Dog as a Pro, and Bunke, a Midwest cross-country and enduro racing star, is competing in the Iron Dog for the first time in his career.

Polaris Pro-class racers in the second 10 spots at Nome included:

13. Archie Beetus and Ryan Folsom, both on 600 INDY models.
16. Kyle Conner on a 600 Switchback and Jerrod Vaughn on a 600 Switchback PRO-R.
18. Chris Carroll and Ray Chvastasz, both on 600 RUSH PRO-R models.
20. Tyler Delimont and Larry Jones, both on 600 INDY sleds.

Of the Trail-class teams that had reached Nome, the third-place team includes Rachel Kidwell, a rookie who was racing on a 600 Switchback PRO-R.

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