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m g uch to ent en s is ybe ney ter he re. en ple of — ere www.PowersportsBusiness.com SNOWMOBILE Powersports Business • October 7, 2013 • 43 Arctic Cat, Ski-Doo unveil sleds at Haydays Minnesota event serves as 2014 launching pad Arctic Cat and Ski-Doo turned to Haydays in Minnesota to continue the launch of their 2014 lineup of snowmobiles. Arctic Cat released three new 2014 snowmobile models at Haydays, while Ski-Doo used the event to unveil a new race-only sled. In the mountain segment, Arctic Cat's new M 6000 Sno Pro 153 utilizes its C-TEC2 600 engine. Using the same engine, Cat also introduced the ZR 6000 RR. Arctic Cat also displayed the brand new race sled, the ZR 6000 R. M 6000 Sno Pro (153): Arctic Cat returns to the mountain 125-hp two-stroke class for 2014 with a lightweight, high-performance M 6000 Sno Pro featuring the powerful, new C-TEC2 599cc engine with Dual-Stage Injection. Equipped with premium Sno Pro-package components, the all-new M 6000 is aimed at boondocking excellence, with lightweight, easy handling for maximum fun-factor in all deep snow conditions. The 6000-series C-TEC2 599cc engine debuts as the first two-stroke snowmobile engine designed and built by Arctic Cat. Thanks to Dual-Stage Injection, battery-less EFI, APV electronic exhaust valves, exhaust pipe temperature sensor and electric oil injection, this high-tech, laydown-style engine delivers instant throttle response and low emissions. It also features the no-compromise convenience of push-button engine reverse. Equally innovative, the ProClimb chassis complements the 6000-Series engine's light P41x43-PSB13-Snow.indd 43 The 2014 Arctic Cat M 6000 Sno Pro 153 features a new 599cc engine with Dual-Stage Injection. weight and instant power delivery. The combination of lightweight-yet-ultra-rigid construction and optimal rider ergonomics make the ProClimb chassis the ideal platform, according to Arctic Cat. Up front, the 38-inch ski stance is matched by a vertical steering post and a 153-inch PowerClaw track for outstanding side-hill maneuverability and deep snow performance. Likewise, the ARS front suspension with FOX FLOAT 3 shocks handles the full range of mountain conditions with control and comfort in equal measure. ZR 6000 Sno Pro RR: Arctic Cat's all-new ZR 6000 Sno Pro RR is a consumer race-replica snowmobile powered by the new C-TEC2 599cc two-stroke engine and boasting an array of component specs proven during two seasons of championship-winning success in snocross and cross-country racing. This no-compromise race-replica shares many of the same race-winning features that carry Team Arctic racers like Tucker Hibbert, Brian Dick and Ryan Simons to victory, including competition-spec components like FOX FLOAT EVOL X ski shocks; the complete RMC race brake system; lightweight disc and race pads; and running board edge-rolls and reinforcements. The ZR 6000 Sno Pro RR comes with the race-version of the FastTrack SLIDE-ACTION rear suspension, complete with FOX Zero-X shocks featuring remote reservoirs and clicker adjustments. The platform for the sled's race-bred performance is the ProCross chassis and Tapered 2-Piece Tunnel. The front Arctic Race Suspension delivers precision and steering control, now with lightened spindles. Boasting 10 inches of travel up front and 13.5 inches at the rear — with all shocks calibrated to the same specifications as the crosscountry Sno Pro race sled — the RR is built to blast bumps and handle even the most aggressive riders. in the bumps and have stronger starts, according to the company. These changes come with the move from the REV-XP to the REV-XS platform and refinements to many systems for pure racetrack performance in both snocross and cross-country. Primary on the Ski-Doo race-only sled is a move to the REV-XS platform that features improved ergonomics, improved aerodynamics, better rider protection and a better air intake system for the engine. The racers will have more room in the cockpit and be able to move forward for easier cornering with the rounded side panels borrowed from the Summit line of snowmobiles — while getting better wind and snow protection from the sleek XS shape. The design incorporates large mesh covered vertical openings on both sides of the machine for unrestricted intake flow to the engine. The sled also offers easier access to servicing everything under the hood. The chassis changes are significant also with a longer overall length, new rear suspension geometry, new steering system and refined front suspension. PSB MX 600 RS Zx moves to the REV-XS platform. SKI-DOO REVEALS 2014 MX ZX 600RS BRP unveiled its 2014 Ski-Doo MX Zx 600RS at Haydays, and it features major changes: the snowmobile will turn quicker, stay straighter 9/25/13 12:18 PM