Can Am Renegade 1000 2021. Review

As in racing, the rear suspension is adjusted by a “clicker”, as the sticker on the frame reminds you of.
The speedometer needle with unusual ease jumped over the “150” mark and did not crawl any further, but rushed to the number “200” crowning the speedometer scale. The oncoming air flow tore my snowmobile jacket so violently that irritating vibrations arose, and the snowmobile, it was felt, was not very confidently holding a straight line because of this. I already encountered a similar problem when I rode a sportbike in a more or less “civilian” one. equipment instead of tight-fitting overalls... Stop! Good idea. I turn the snowmobile around and head back to change clothes. I’m putting on a motorcycle suit designed for high speeds. Now everything is okay. Now I feel completely at home in the saddle of the new “Ski-Doo MXZ 1000 Renegade X”, equipped with the most powerful snowmobile engine in the world with 165 hp.

Kings of the snow slopes

CHILDREN'S questions from the category “Who is stronger – a whale or an elephant?” live in our heads, apparently, all our lives. I have long wanted, as they say, to pit a powerful snowmobile and a powerful car against each other. Who is faster? Under what conditions? For the “duel” with the most powerful snowmobile, the world’s most powerful sedan with all-wheel drive, the Audi A8 W12 6.0, was chosen. Of course, it was also possible to get a sports car with a 4x4 transmission like a Lamborghini Gallar-do or Porsche 911 Turbo. But these “sissies”, created for good surfaces, are unlikely to be able to cope with a snow-covered road in the wilderness of the Vladimir region, on which the asphalt will be exposed only in the spring. But the flagship “A8” with its height-adjustable air suspension, if necessary, will show the makings of an “asphalt” SUV, confidently avoiding potholes and broken railway crossings of the Russian outback.

I wonder how long it takes the A8 W12 to accelerate to 100 km/h on frozen but clean winter asphalt? We make a rough estimate using the speedometer and stopwatch of a mobile phone. It turns out 6.65 s. Well, even with all the errors, the result is close to the 5.1 s declared by the manufacturer, and this figure was achieved under ideal conditions in dry summer weather. Such excellent “performance stability” can only be provided by all-wheel drive.

How will the car behave on the densely packed snow-covered road that you see in the photographs? Now, according to the stopwatch, acceleration from 0-100 km/h takes 9.25 seconds. It's a shame the tires are without studs. Then this is already a good time for slippery surfaces! – could be even better.

And now - a joint start! First, the Audi overtakes the snowmobile. I try to work the throttle trigger carefully, but I still can’t avoid slipping. There is simply nothing for the caterpillar to grab onto! Eh, if there had been a snowfall yesterday, the miracle of the German automobile industry would probably have been immediately left behind, but now the prim black sedan is taking the lead. And only when the speed reaches 50-60 km/h, I overtake and pass the “A8”.

The snowmobile is equipped with a dial speedometer, but when the speed exceeds 100 km/h, the electronic odometer display automatically switches to speedometer mode - at high speeds it is more convenient to read its digital readings than from a dial gauge. Again, like on a sportbike: I looked out of the corner of my eye and instantly “caught” the numerical value of the speed...

150 km/h, 160, 170.. “Audi” is already somewhere far behind. I shrink behind the tiny fairing, trying to become smaller than what nature has given me. Alas, the snowmobile's acceleration energy is running out. With my peripheral vision I see the massive nose of the “A8” moving forward nearby. The Ingolstadt Express overtakes me again when the speedometer of the MXZ 1000 Renegade X shows 190 km/h. This is all. Alas, it doesn’t work faster... In any case, I have never ridden a snowmobile at such speed. Nowhere and never. And no other serial snowmobile is capable of this. Is it just another Ski-Doo model with the same engine?

Can Am Renegade

For over a decade, the Can Am Renegade has been one of the most fun and exciting ATVs available for purchase. When the first Renegade 800 arrived in 2007, it instantly eclipsed other sport 4x4s.

2008 brought the Renegade 500, which later became the 570, as well as the 800 X, which received fully adjustable KYB HPG external reservoir shocks, an aluminum handlebar, grippy metal running boards, an aluminum skid plate and heavy-duty wheels.

Then out of Can Am's GNCC racing program came the cross-country racer Renegade X XC in 2010, which was based on the X version and featured Dynamic Power Steering, a half-inch front sway bar, a Visco-Lok QE fast front differential and aluminum wheels with beadlocks.

The 82-horsepower Renegade 1000 appeared in 2012 - already on the new G2 chassis. It was lighter, stronger, more reliable, and also handled better thanks to the updated geometry. Dynamic power steering has become three-mode instead of two-mode.

For 2021, Can Am upped the Renegade 1000's engine output to 89 hp to keep pace with its 2014 Polaris Scrambler XP 1000 rival. In 2021, the Can Am Renegade 1000's power was increased once again, to 91 hp, and in addition, it received a number of important updates to the chassis and suspension. However, Can Am was heavily promoting its sport-utility Outlander 1000R, and not enough attention was paid to updates to the Renegade 1000, so many enthusiasts were convinced that the Renegade had not received any updates at all.

But it’s not so important whether you know the history of this model thoroughly or are reading about it for the first time, when you sit in its seat and hold the steering wheel - delight, excitement and adrenaline do not depend on this. Let me tell you about my first ride on the 2021 Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC.

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If you are looking for an all-wheel drive sports quad that meets all modern innovations, this model is a good candidate. The BRP Renegade 500 ATV combines superior predatory design and technical excellence.

Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC

Our test Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC came from the factory equipped with a co-branded Yoshimura stainless exhaust that produces no louder than 96dB. It works with stock ECU firmware, but it is recommended to install an additional fuel management system for maximum performance and lower operating temperatures. The exhaust is lighter than standard and is equipped with a spark arrester, which allows, in particular, to drive safely through forests. An Extreme front bumper was also installed.

Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC Engine

The powerful Renegade engine is devoid of cladding and is open to curious glances. The Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC is powered by a 976cc water-cooled, fuel-injected, four-stroke Rotax V-twin with four valves and one overhead cam per cylinder. The automatic transmission (CVT) is equipped with low gear, neutral, reverse and park position, selected by a selector lever with grooves that prevent accidental shifting. The ATV is also standardly equipped with an engine braking function.

In 2021, the Renegade 1000 engine received a knock sensor, which made it possible to automatically optimize the ignition map for different fuel brands and increase power output from 89 to 91 hp. Can Am recommends refueling the Renegade with high-octane (95 or higher) gasoline, but in the life of an all-terrain vehicle, situations are different, so the presence of a knock sensor is a definite plus.

The rear differential, according to the manufacturer, has become 50% stronger due to an increase in size from 143 to 155mm. A switch located on the right console allows you to choose between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive with an automatic locking Visco-Lok QE limited-slip front differential.

The differential is progressively locked in all-wheel drive mode if one of the front wheels begins to slip, and progressively unlocks when traction is restored. Can Am recommends switching drive modes when the engine is at a complete stop and idling.

The cable-operated throttle has been replaced in 2021 with electronic throttle Intelligent Throttle Control. A rocker switch on the gas lever allows you to select one of three response modes: Eco, Normal and Sport. Eco (economical or environmentally friendly, as you prefer) reduces the maximum speed to 68 km/h at the maximum lever position, making traction easier to control. Normal mode provides full thrust with smooth control at the beginning of the throttle stroke. Sport mode provides full, sharp, instant response with minimal trigger travel. In all three modes, intelligent throttle control filters out random jerks caused by uneven terrain.

The engine is started using a key with DESS immobilizer. As standard, the all-terrain vehicle is equipped with a “full-function” key, but you can additionally purchase a “normal” key, when used, the Eco mode is forcibly activated, i.e. the maximum speed is limited to 68 km/h, and the traction is softened, which allows a novice driver to drive the all-terrain vehicle in the most relaxed mode.

The Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC engine starts by pressing the starter button, after 10-15 seconds the idle speed drops - and the ATV is ready to go. At any speed, powerful thrust is available, which seems almost endless. The CVT clutch engages clearly and responsively, and the Renegade takes off quickly and easily. For beginners in all-terrain driving, such a character may seem somewhat intimidating, but this model is not intended for completely green beginners, and a small jerk when starting to move on an all-wheel drive all-terrain vehicle will even be useful in conditions where it is not too easy to move off.

Not everyone likes the gas lever - many riders spoke about it with bewilderment, allegedly it was too soft. Others, on the contrary, like the ease of its movement, and in any case, the only question is the sensitivity of the finger, because the clarity of its operation is impeccable. All three traction options are useful in their own way in certain conditions, the only complaint here is that it would be better to install a normal three-position switch, and not juggle the traction modes with a rocker.

Eco traction mode smoothes response and filters out harsh throttle movements on rough terrain. In it, the powerful beast becomes docile, which is especially useful on narrow winding paths. Normal mode provides full throttle with the trigger fully pulled, with smooth low-end thrust. The sports one opens full throttle before the trigger hits the limiter, and almost instantly responds to any opening of the gas at any speed. In this mode, you can clearly feel how powerful the engine is in the Renegade.

At any speed, on any steep incline, the engine responds with ease, adding traction and spinning up with palpable pleasure. The perfect tuning of the CVT provides responsive, controlled traction, but don't be fooled by the Renegade's docile nature: it will easily rear up if you overdo the throttle. It also handles excellently in corners, instantly responding to throttle modulation at any speed. The sporty, responsive nature of the engine and transmission makes it easy to jump, lift the front end, and jerk the gas to get out of a jam.

The Visco-Lok QE all-wheel drive system works great, locking the differential almost instantly in situations where traction is needed on all four wheels. Of course, real off-road aces would love the presence of a manual locking front differential, but on such a fast all-terrain vehicle there are rarely situations in which it might be seriously needed.

Engine braking is well-balanced: there's a clear connection between throttle and driving speed, especially at low speeds, but there's no feeling of an anchor being thrown overboard when you let off the throttle at high speeds.

Overall, the Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC is more powerful than most of us need, but that's what makes it so fun. In addition, the 850 is not so beautifully covered.

Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC Suspensions

Updates for 2021 give the Renegade what it says is industry-leading handling, stability and comfort thanks to new suspensions. The Renegade's track width is now 48 inches (122 cm) thanks to longer A-arms and larger rear torsion arms. At the same time, the height of the center of mass of the ATV was maintained, its height also did not change, and the frame was slightly modified to accommodate the new track width.

The A-arms have been completely redesigned with a wide arc that allows for increased ground clearance, and the front-wheel drive has new boots.

The Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC is equipped with a 13.5mm diameter front stabilizer bar , making the rear stabilizer softer. The purpose of this was to maintain the independent travel of the suspension, increase comfort and at the same time improve weight distribution and grip in corners.

Modifications to the chassis required changing the shock absorber settings. Larger arms provide greater suspension travel, now 9.2 inches (23cm) in front and 9.9 inches (25cm) in rear.

Base versions of the Renegade 850 and 1000 are equipped with Fox Podium 1.5 shock absorbers with preload adjustment. X XC models get Podium 1.5 RC2 racing shocks with a preload adjustment nut, separate fast and slow compression smoothing settings, and rebound smoothing settings. The breadth of available adjustments will take some time to learn and get used to, but it will allow you to tune the suspension to specific terrain and ride faster on uneven terrain, or travel comfortably for days on end.

Dynamic power steering with three operating modes allows you to select the desired level of intervention. In all three modes, the system intervenes more at low speeds, as well as in situations where the driver applies more force to the steering wheel.

All Renegades are equipped with ITP Holeshot ATR tires, 25_8-12 front and 25_10-12 rear. On X XC models, these tires are mounted on cast aluminum beadlock wheels. The tire diameter and rim size are great for aggressive trail riding or racing, but for XC it would be better to have four identical wheels.

The Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC weighs 322kg dry , which is 11kg lighter than the Polaris Scrambler 850 and over 50kg lighter than the Outlander 1000R XT-P or X XC. The Renegade has a ground clearance of 26cm, height of 124cm and seat height of 87cm. Track width - 122cm, wheelbase - 129cm. In all dimensions, it is slightly more compact than its direct competitor, the Polaris Scrambler 850, and outperforms it in terms of power.

Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC

The factory suspension settings of the Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC are quite versatile and even allow you to ride at a racing pace, but for everyday driving they should be softened a little. Shock absorbers like to work in a hard rhythm, and on small bumps they are relatively stiff, and under heavy load during fast driving and powerful braking they work better. The main part of the impact is absorbed by the shock absorbers, and only a small echo from the bump reaches the driver. But even at a fairly brisk pace, there is always a feeling of travel reserve in the suspensions and smoothing in the shock absorbers.

Some cross-country racing includes motocross trails, and I was very curious how the Renegade's suspension would handle such abuse. It turned out that he was quite capable of maintaining a good pace, and it rarely broke through the suspension when I was really getting carried away.

The Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC's width and dual sway bars allow it to corner like it's on rails, and even go down hills with minimal body roll. It steers well, but the front end starts to yaw a little when cornering in 2WD. Most serious racers prefer full-time all-wheel drive for better cornering, which is why single wheels are the standard in this discipline. Reducing spring preload and smoothing out slow compression on the front suspension more gently also helps.

Steering feedback is good. The difference in the behavior of the steering wheel in different power modes is noticeable, but small. I usually turn it on to maximum interference and switch to medium if he's clearly overacting. But by and large, one maximum mode would be enough. The steering wheel turns easily without feeling wobbly, conveys terrain without drying out your hands, and the Renegade is arguably equipped with the best power steering in its class.

The standard tires hold up well, but after being pierced by a small and rather dull stick, I don’t really trust them anymore. I'm more optimistic about the ITP Terracross that comes with most Outlander models.

Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC Brakes

The front wheels are equipped with 214 mm brake discs with two-piston calipers on them. At the rear there are single-piston calipers on similar discs. The lines are reinforced with steel, the left brake handle operates in a combined mode, the pedal under the right foot drives only the rear circuit, and the right handle only drives the front circuit. However, in all-wheel drive mode, pressing any of the three brake controls activates both circuits. Modulation and braking power are quite good, the levers are optimally positioned and the pedal is a little high. There is also a parking brake on the steering wheel.

Baggage

A sports all-wheel drive ATV is not the most cargo-bearing type of transport: a small conventional trunk between the rear fenders allows you to carry about 16 kg. The optionally available hitch allows towing up to 590kg. There are other luggage options, but if you really need them, consider purchasing the Outlander XT-P or X XC.

Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC

Equipment

The controls of the Can Am Renegade 1000R X XC are fully consistent with the sporting intent of the Renegade line. True, the legs are spaced a little wider than we would like, but not critical. The seat is soft, transferring weight on it is easy and comfortable, and this is greatly facilitated by the grippy high metal footrests on top of the platforms. They make the seat feel lower than on Outlanders, making it easier to shift your weight laterally in corners, and the additional footpegs allow you to keep your feet securely in mud or snow.

The digital instrument panel is mounted behind the handlebar rather than on it, unlike many 4WD ATVs. This makes it easy to replace the steering wheel; however, the standard variable-section steering wheel is quite good.

Four 60-watt floodlights perfectly illuminate the path at night. Rear lighting includes a 60-watt taillight and brake light.

Model description

It is simply impossible to describe the BRP 500 model from Canada in a nutshell, because even its appearance is very ambiguous .

The predatory appearance is enhanced by the rounded front bumper and headlights , and the ergonomic structure of the body inspires confidence.

Safety for the rider is ensured by all elements of the frame, including fenders and sills.

The differential lock and torque of all wheels allow you to feel confident on any road; maneuverability, like control, is beyond praise.

The developers worked a lot to create this hybrid: it displays both sporting qualities and the characteristics of a real all-terrain all-terrain vehicle equally well .

High-quality performance and economical gasoline consumption are ensured by a liquid cooling system and injector .

Particularly noteworthy is the modern dashboard , which has an interesting self-diagnosis function.

It is very easy to use, so this model can be recommended not only to experienced racers, but also to beginners .

Advantages of this model:

Comfortable fit, allowing you to not feel tired in the saddle for a long time;
Cross-country ability of the highest level;
Simple control system;
Low fuel consumption (especially expensive);
Stylish design and ergonomic arrangement of all parts.

Minuses:

A cost that few people can afford;
Lack of configuration options;
The ATV is designed more for large or tall men; everyone else may simply be uncomfortable.

If you compare the number of all the pros and cons, it becomes clear that the Renegade 500 Bombardier has perfect balance and is almost completely universal.

Numerous test drives have proven that the model can cope with various rough terrain , be it a swamp, snow or a high hill.

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