2021 Can Am Outlander 850 XT Test Ride & Review VS Polaris Sportsman 850 XP

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Check out my first hand impressions of a new 2021 Can Am Outlander 850 XT. I give it a very good test ride and compare it to the first ride on my Polaris Sportsman 850 XP. Power, rider comfort, steering/handling and suspension are the key factors for me. Real rider, REAL REVIEW!
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@Broknex 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review! I bet if felt good to get back on a machine!

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

You got that right!

@andersonayaan133 2 жыл бұрын

instablaster.

@sebastiancabot3378 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to see your video! I think your ready for a change. We agree, snorkeling a Polaris is just costly. I think can-am makes a great muddying, water machine. They both are very good machines. Can’t wait for more videos!

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

I think so too!

@ManzanoManATVAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Nice side by side comparison. I own a 2014 Polaris Sportsman and a 2020 Can Am Outlander, both 570s. I would say the same as you for each model which is why they remain strong competitors. It's good to learn what you said about the 850s.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brother! They really are a very different ride, but either a lot of fun to ride

@AtvAdventureVlog 3 жыл бұрын

Can Am Ruleeee 😅💪👍 nice comparison video Don 👏👏

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 my friend!

@Jil1A 3 жыл бұрын

I really look for and enjoy these real life reviews. thanks a lot for sharing. I ride a 2016 canam outlander max xt 650.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. I enjoy giving my thoughts on new products when I get the opportunity

@Jil1A 3 жыл бұрын

@@ADVENTURESThisWay keep it up. now that I've had my Can-Am for 8 months, I'd love to try a Sportsman just to see how it compares.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

@@Jil1A the comfort will spoil you

@Jil1A 3 жыл бұрын

@@ADVENTURESThisWay Yeah that's what I hear and read everywhere. I'll try one sooner or later I guess.

@markbekkers8364 2 жыл бұрын

Bought this model couple months ago. Love the throttle control. Work mode is great for taking away the jerking in the tight stuff. Really like the extra wide stance over my older G2. Saved me a couple times already. See how these itp tires hold up. Midrange is strong with this machine. Top end is no better than my old 650.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 2 жыл бұрын

they sure are nice to ride, lots of power. Some tuning will allow more top end I'm sure

@philliplucke1339 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it sucks waiting for the new machine I’m waiting on a outlander max 650 since January love your videos and looking forward to more thanks

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Yes that's true, but won't it be worth the wait?! Glad to have you along!

@philliplucke1339 3 жыл бұрын

@@ADVENTURESThisWay yeah it is just really sucks lol so I watch a lot of KZfaq and my favorites are you and Richard for elementals and Mainville

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate Phillip, thank you!!

@donaldmachado3303 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Don! My name is Don also. I bought a 2010 Brute 750 new still have it to this day, I think I replaced 1 belt which was from me using it like a front end loader😁 I leveled approximately 140 yards of loam and another 100 yards of crushed asphalt. Like you said if kawi came out with a 1000 I'd be pre ordering. I currently have a 22 outlander 1000r xtp on order. Should be here mid February... hopefully. My son will be using the kawi.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 2 жыл бұрын

That's good to hear, great choice on the 1000 XT-P

@scottmcclenaghan3236 3 жыл бұрын

Good comparison vid Don

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott. You know you really can't more real than with live footage of someone's first impressions.

@brandonkuske4185 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I’m looking into adding another quad and might upgrade from a Polaris 570 to the Polaris/canam 850 or the can am 650.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

You really can’t go wrong with the Cam Am 650 for a do everything machine

@chrisjohns3186 3 жыл бұрын

Nice, i have the 850xmr on 32 assassinators 😆🤣. I love this machine, i owned a 17 highlifter 1000 a couple years back and i can't really say anything bad about it, i traded for a rzr then decided i wanted to go back to atv.i love both though.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

The low end torque is a rush! Polaris is a completely different type of machine-both have there good and bad points. As long as you are smiling doesn’t matter which one

@chrisjohns3186 3 жыл бұрын

@@ADVENTURESThisWay absolutely agree, i can have fun on any of them.

@Darwindiggler 3 жыл бұрын

Good vid adventures this way 🤘

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Renegade arrives next week 🤟🤟

@yanickmoore5146 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. I think only the xmr 850-1000 has the visco lock in option. I dont think the normal outlander dps, xt or xpt or even the limited have visco lock yet. I am grabbing my new 2021 1000r max limited tomorrow and cannot wait to go and try it in the mountain

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Yes the Visco4lok you must be referring to...enjoy your new toy the 1000r will be nice in the mountains

@Cameltoeofdoom 2 жыл бұрын

My 21 570XT has Viscolok

@johnferreira174 2 жыл бұрын

My outlander max 850 xt has visco lock

@Darwindiggler 3 жыл бұрын

I press like before I watch your vids bud 🤘 an comment lol

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much I appreciate it the ❤️

@getwrecked488 3 жыл бұрын

I have both as well, 14 Sportsman 850, 16 Outlander 1000R. Way more throttle response on the Can Am, Polaris is ultra smooth. Ya changing belt/clutches would be more pain on Polaris, but changing those items should be few/far between. Gen maintenance (oil, gear oil changes) is TOTAL pain in rear within Can Am.... takes hours by the time you remove all plastics, guards etc to get at drains, filter etc. You remove nothing with the Polaris, takes about 10 mins.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

When it comes to belts/clutches when using regularly in higher performance situations clutch maintenance and inspection is critical. I I have to disagree on access for maintenance-both are pain-but isn't a thorough visual inspection part of maintenance as well??

@getwrecked488 3 жыл бұрын

@@ADVENTURESThisWay I don’t regularly open my belt case for inspection (maybe I should be lol) but under regular use a belt should last you a long time. I was referring more to engine and gear oil changes, if you do it yourself you’ll know the Can Am is a significantly bigger pain in the ass and takes WAY more time than the Polaris. I change both in the Polaris (including filter) in about 10 minutes.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

I hear ya, most of the Can Am folks say the Outlander takes a bit more work to access stuff compared to the Renegade...I did a fair bit of extreme terrain with my Sportsman, it was a pain to dig mud out to find the oil filter. But at least newer models have a cover for that now

@balkonbuiten 2 жыл бұрын

Top video👍👍

@ADVENTURESThisWay 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it

@concealit4800 3 жыл бұрын

U need to try the new 850 1000 sportsman they improved alot on the newer styles I have rode the canam 850 and although it's fast the polaris handles and rides better

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

I have rode the newer body style Polaris...the XT-P and XXC handle much better but the Polaris comfort is unquestionable and great all day comfort. I honestly believe the Can Am power steering is superior

@scottjeans6184 3 жыл бұрын

I put this question on this video,being your last video when you were sans atv. It's been a couple of days since you know what... When is a new video coming of the new machine? You are my replacement channel for mainville (as they left us all) since they left Canada (not really just the cool part)on to flatter land I guess😂

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Pick up video this week!! Well thanks for hanging out with the (cool kids)

@davidkanalos6710 2 ай бұрын

I bought a 24 pro outlander and it ride great and has locker on it .

@ADVENTURESThisWay 2 ай бұрын

The Gen 3 is a big upgrade

@zfilmmaker 5 ай бұрын

It would be beneficial to compare torque output between these two 850’s but nobody has that info.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 4 ай бұрын

yes a dyno comparison would be good. The seat of the pants feel, Can Am is torquey

@Sdm07120 3 жыл бұрын

What’s your thoughts on the grizzly 700? Obviously it doesn’t have the same power but what about everything else?

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Can't go wrong with a Grizzly. If Yamaha put their 850 in the Grizzly 2 years ago I would have gotten one instead of buying my Polaris 850. They excel at recreational riding, hunting, etc. and are very capable at aggressive trail riding. They don't blow your hair back, but you can get many years of use out of them.

@Sdm07120 3 жыл бұрын

@@ADVENTURESThisWaythat’s why I’m leaning towards getting one. You get great clutching, power steering, full skid plates, LED lights, a very nice gauge, lockable diff amazing build quality and serviceability and a very durable motor with good low end power. To me it’s the best overall packaged atv out there. It would be nice to have the 850 option for those that want it though! I was also considering the can am outlander 850 and Honda rubicon but I just keep coming back to the grizzly. Thanks!

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

No problem! I tell it like I see it

@ljconole7470 3 жыл бұрын

King quad 750 is the best all around atv on the market imo. Reliability up with honda, power is there, only japanese bike faster is the brute and only on top. Check out a zuke I have no regrets on it.

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

@@ljconole7470 thanks for your opinion, I know everyone has their favorites...this video is a comparison of 2 twin cylinder 850 ATV's...

@EC_ATV_Outdoors 3 жыл бұрын

When you get your xmr, curious if the claimed clearance is the actual clearance?

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Ok I just measured, (got bike yesterday) it is 12.5" at the centre skid plate. Same as Can Am specs...

@EC_ATV_Outdoors 3 жыл бұрын

@@ADVENTURESThisWay sweet, can't wait to see some riding.

@mudbrats 3 жыл бұрын

I miss that sound of the canned ham

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

For a stock muffler, they do sound darn good!

@joekearney 3 жыл бұрын

I Have owned many different Atvs over the years Honda’s , yamahas , Kawasaki Brutes and now currently own a 19 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 premium along with a few Honda recons and Can Am Maverick Trail DPS 1000. The Polaris nor can am matches Japanese quality head to toe . I love the amazing comfort and smooth ride on the XP 1000 but I hate the floaty front end push feel it has ! It takes a pasture to turn around that my 2012 BF 750 could turn circles in . Turning inside tight switchback trees and stuff 100% goes to my brute forces . The XP just had way to much front end push . It does have the best seat in the history of fourwheelers however. The AWD system is flawless IMO. I have been considering selling it soon and getting a Can Am outlander 1000. My dream machine would be a suspension revised updated Kawasaki Brute Force 1000. They were light weight nimble handling fun muscle quads .

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you about most points about the Polaris other than the AWD system it does have flaws that cause parts to fail quite easily...yes it works very well-durability so-so. Totally Japanese quality is far superior

@joekearney 3 жыл бұрын

@@ADVENTURESThisWay I actually agree with how your looking at their AWD system , I should’ve stated in most conditions it’s always worked flawlessly for me . I can see that side too , such as aggressive throttle engagement against roots , or rocks, and busting diffs and or CVs. I’m older now and I just mainly like a lot of power and nimble handling . I saw that Can Am finally put a legit diff lock on the 21 mud packages ....do you know if the regular Outlander 1000s got the front diff lock ? The Visco on my Maverick Trail 1k is serviceable enough , but is still no locker .

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

@@joekearney well...let me tell you. The Visco4Lok is the real deal. I’ll plan to do a video about it soon...

@SubLimation7 2 жыл бұрын

So worth upgrading to xtp

@ADVENTURESThisWay 2 жыл бұрын

Totally go for the XTP, shock package is totally worth it. Only one colour option though, minor detail

@Bemx2k Жыл бұрын

At the bottom rpm Can Am got more power ( V engine = higher Torque ) Polaris got a bit better 4x4 drive , Both are good ATV

@ADVENTURESThisWay Жыл бұрын

Agreed power is right there. Honestly, with the 4Lok Can Am has a better, more durable 4x4 system tha Polaris, especially in extreme riding conditions

@richardjohnson7207 Жыл бұрын

Are you serious, that year gap makes a big difference

@kniteprince3798 11 ай бұрын

8 year difference in the machines? Not really interested in that comparison, I was hoping for apples to apples. About to buy one or the other, but this won't help.

@843MudMafia. 2 жыл бұрын

I preorder a xt 1000

@ADVENTURESThisWay 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice

@drec.134 2 жыл бұрын

I’m trying to decide between the two! Polaris of canam

@ADVENTURESThisWay 2 жыл бұрын

Mainly trails, Polaris is a nice, comfortable ride. Can Am definitely will be more fun

@llwavyy5409 3 жыл бұрын

u got to compare price too polaris is very good for driving normal

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I disagree. Price should have nothing to do what you like...

@Icutmetal 2 жыл бұрын

@@ADVENTURESThisWay Agreed.

@seanbenwah7053 Жыл бұрын

Polaris 1000 or can am 570 xmr

@ADVENTURESThisWay Жыл бұрын

They don't really compare to each other

@taylorroggio4503 3 жыл бұрын

Compared driving on extremely different riding conditions. Smh

@ADVENTURESThisWay 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure what you mean? The comparison was first impressions on the first ride, winter or summer makes no difference...other than ones riding attire

@1978punisher Жыл бұрын

Can am won't last there build to last

@scottb2571 2 жыл бұрын

Seriously this comparison in flawed in so many ways

@ADVENTURESThisWay 2 жыл бұрын

How you figure?

@chevymudding01 2 жыл бұрын

Polaris sucks got a 2021 850 300miles and already needs clutch and belt isn't covered under warranty

@ADVENTURESThisWay 2 жыл бұрын

That doesn't sound right....

@chevymudding01 2 жыл бұрын

@@ADVENTURESThisWay thought the same dealer sent pictures so now I gotta pay $1,200 or try and find online and do myself

@pOOlarisking 2 жыл бұрын

The you likely didn't follow proper belt break in procedure. Can't get on em and hammer down right away. If you did follow procedures then buy an 80 dollar belt or upgrade to a carlisle belt and be done with it. Everyone I know that burns polaris belts it's because of abuse. I even have one buddy who's wife burned out the one direction bearing in the clutch by using the engine to hold it on hills too much. Don't know if you mountain ride or flat lander but belts shouldn't fail prematurely. Use low range it's there for a reason.