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The new BRP Bombardier ATV 800 Outlander XT has arrived.
 

My First impressions:

I spent a lot of time just doing a walk around checking out the fit and finish of the BRP Outlander 800 XT. It looks like BRP has raised the bar when it comes to ATV development of new technology, with all its new features it now provides. It looks like the other ATV Manufacturers will be playing catch up for some time to come. It appears that BRP has done it's home work and in the process has maybe provided what the ATV consumer has been asking for. We are looking at a long list of niceties like,DESS, Fuel Injection, Tachometer, Inboard Hydraulic Disc Brakes, Trailing Arm Suspension, XT Package with 2500 LB Warn Winch and Hand Guards, just to start with.

The first thing I did when I got home was of course, (read the manual), right. We went for a drive around my track and through my trails in the woods. I am amazed at how this incredible engine responds, with it's fuel injected 80 degree V-Twin growling to attention when called upon. I have the shock settings at their softest setting to start out for the duration of the break in period. Yes, we are going to hold back and break it in! After riding the SRA machines, this IRS machine feels like I am riding a lazy boy with a turbine engine. I am very quickly getting spoiled with this comfort. It's power is so fluid you don't even notice you have that warn winch parked up front, patiently waiting for you to get this beast stuck.

Over the next 6 months we will be providing you with a comprehensive field test, to let you know that the BRP-Bombardier 800 XT Outlander is truly the ATV King this year.

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Jimi T from US 27 Motosports in St. Johns, giving up the keys to the new BRP 800 Outlander XT to ATVPT's, Patrick Saunders.



First impressions on loading the BRP Outlander 800 XT, is my truck bed is too small. Time for a new hauler. This Machine is a Total Package.



The BRP Outlander 800 XT has already made itself at home here at ATVProductTests Tests Site X.


Specs:

  • Displacement 800cc 62 horsepower, 52ft-lb torque.
  • Engine Type 800cc, 4-stroke, V-twin, liquid cooled, 4-valve OHC (To minimize vibration, the cylinders are oriented at an 80-degree angle. Dual-balanced
  • equal-length inlets lead to downdraft throttle bodies. Each cylinder has its own electronically activated fuel injector for a direct and responsive injection blast, putting out
  • more satisfying torque and power throughout the powerband, as well as providing outstanding fuel economy. The 4-TEC system’s four valves and roller-follower cam also
  • work to boost torque. The sophisticated electronic fuel injection and engine management system ensures optimum performance in all conditions at all RPM, including easy starting in cold weather or at altitude. )
  • Cooling System Liquid cooled
  • Transmission CVT, w/high,low, park,neutral ang reverse (Continuously Variable Transmission [CVT] – Quick engagement “get-on-and-
    go” capability and instant performance. Engine braking is standard for improved control on descents. Subtransmission – Features high, low, neutral, reverse and park settings. Transfer Case – Choose either two- or four-wheel drive to match performance to conditions. )
  • Drive System 2/4 WD + Visco-Lok (Visco-Lok Auto-Locking Front Differential – Delivers true all-wheel drive by monitoring speed at all times and progressively adjusts torque without having to push any buttons. It delivers all the needed traction when it’s needed, without compromising steering and handling. )
  • Multi-function electronic gauge –( Includes both an analog and digital display – the rider chooses whether the analog gauge displays RPM or speed.
  • The other metric is shown in the digital info screen, which also features fuel gauge, gear selection, odometer, engine hour meter and resettable trip meters. )
  • Digitally-Encoded Security System [D.E.S.S.] –( The industry’s first standard anti-theft system. The ATV won’t start unless the rider uses the correctly coded electronic key. )
  • Overall Width 46"
  • Overall Height 45"
  • Overall Length 86" Max-94"
  • Wheel Base 51" Max-59"
  • Suspension Travel Front 8"
  • Suspension Travel Rear 9"
  • Ground Clearance 12"
  • Suspension Type-Front Double A-Arm (Double A-arm front suspension – Reduces bump steer and steering effort. Aluminum upper arms and mounts reduce weight.)
  • Suspension Type-Rear TTI independent (Trailing Torsional Independent [TTI] Rear Suspension – The trailing arm design, with single pivots positioned ahead of the wheels on a torsion bar, allows the wheels to travel straight up and down, delivering constant, straightforward travel and better overall handling. Plus, it can decrease tire wear by as much as
    90% versus conventional designs.)
  • Brake Front Hydraulic & Disc Brake Rear Hydraulic Disc
    (Inboard disc brakes – Front and rear disc brakes are located at the differential, inboard along the chassis axis. So they are protected, plus, there’s less
    unsprung weight at the wheel. Bottom line – more effective, fade-resistant braking when you need it.)
  • Surrounding Spar Technology [SST] (Frame – The unique steel frame of the SST surrounds the engine, with less material, fewer welds and less weight than
    conventional ladder-type frames. Its narrow centre spar provides ski-like slide-and-glide action for getting over obstacles more easily. )
  • Tire Front 26X8-12
  • Tire Rear 26X10-12 (Aluminum rims with 26-inch [66cm] Badlands tires)
  • Max Fuel Capacity 6.5 Gal/24.6 liters 
  • Rack Capacity Front 100 lbs 
  • Rack Capacity Rear 200 lbs (Steel Racks – New steel racking system increases capacity by 10% [100 pounds [46 kg] in the front, and 200 pounds [92 kg] in back and adds lashing versatility.) 
  • Towing Capacity 1300 lbs 
  • Alternator Capacity 400 watts (400 Watt magneto – standard to drive a host of accessories. )
  • Clear lens headlamps – (Sophisticated style and 35% brighter.)
  • Seat Height 34.5" 
  • DC Outlet in console 
  • Dry Weight (LBS) 639lbs Max-689lbs
  • Outlander 800 H.O. EFI, Outlander 800 H.O. EFI XT: green, red, yellow and exclusive Advantage Timber camouflage

Digital Multi Function Gauge


 


The new multi function gauge is digital and analog both.

The analog speedometer shows the speed and the digital display can be easily changed to show, Speed, tach, odometer, trip meter, or hour meter.
Gear selection is show above gas gauge, in its own display window.
Also included is High/low beam indicator, low fuel light and auto shutoff after 15 minutes.
A diagnostic center is built in to allow technicians to rapidly locate and fix problems if they occur.

It can also be programmed to display a personalized message to the owner/operator.

DESS - The first standard Anti-Theft device in the ATV Industry.
The new Digital Encoded Security System ensures that the motor will not start without a key - only the original key.
Note: Buy a spare key.



DESS stands for Digitally Encoded Security System it basically is a fingerprint to your machine. The ignition key contains an electronic circuit that gives it a unique electronic serial number. This and only this key can start and be used on your machine. Now can a criminal bypass the ignition key and get your machine started I am sure, anything is possible but this system does make it more difficult.

BRP Engine Review


 The 800 H.O. EFI, sets a new standard thanks to it's 4-TEC (4 valves per cylinder) 4-stroke technology. It’s the most powerful engine ( 62 HP) in any production ATV, bar none. It features a liquid-cooled V-twin engine (OHC), with the only twin-injector (two VDO Siemens injectors, down-drafted 46 mm throttle body with non-linear progression system) EFI system in the industry.

The only 80° V-twin EFI. Twin fuel injectors deliver precise amounts of fuel into the combustion chamber for powerful yet well-mannered performance.

No matter what temperature or altitude, the 800 H.O. EFI starts easily and runs aggressively.

BRP Outlander Suspension Review


Where TTI really help's is in eliminating scrub. Scrub happens when rear wheels arc in and out as they roll over obstacles, and it results in severe tire wear and compromised handling. With TTI, because the pivot points are ahead of the wheels, the rear wheels pivot up and down, keeping the tread on the ground and increasing traction and maneuverability.

The back wheels of most independent suspension equipped ATV's move in a “butterfly” motion, forcing the wheels to travel sideways. This in-and-out motion can diminish handling and traction, and creates up to ten times more tire wear.

The TTI design, with single pivots positioned ahead of the wheels on a torsion bar, allows the wheels to travel straight up and down, delivering constant, straightforward travel and better overall handling.






BRP Outlander Frame Reviews


Surrounding Spar Technology (SST). The Technology (SST). The continuous construction steel SST frame provides more strength, more integrity, and a better power-to-weight ratio than traditional tubular construction frames. Thanks to fewer welds, less material, and less weight, the continuous center-line spar along the frame’s bottom results in an ATV that virtually “skis” over logs, rocks

 

  


 
 

 

BRP Outlander Visco Lok Reviews

Bombardier* ATVs’ four-wheel drive system is the most intelligent in the industry. Visco-Lok constantly monitors front wheel speed and, if it detects one wheel spinning faster than its mate, it progressively sends more power to the wheel with the better traction. And it does it all without the rider even having to lift a finger.
The front wheel with the weakest traction breaks free and continues to spin.
The new Visco Lok LSD features an uniquely designed self contained viscous shear pump that provides tremendous freedom in specifying the level of torque transfer that is provided at any particular speed difference. Small torque transfers can be provided at very low speed differences to improve handling while high torque transfer with immediate response reaction is available at higher slip speeds due to its new progressive characteristic.
The clutch pack is engaged by an unique patented viscous shear pump which is a self contained silicone fluid pump which generates a pressure against the piston based on a speed difference across the pump unit. The pump is 100% filled with silicone fluid and requires no servicing."


The Visco Lok is a huge improvement over the standard "open" differentials in other ATVs that claim to have a limited slip dif, but usually, really only have 3wd.
 
The Visco Lok is a no-brainer. Just push the 4wd button and go. Steering and handling are very easy with it engaged and you don't have to stop to engage a locker. In most situations, the Visco unit works very well and for most riders is an excellent, true 4wd system.


BRP- Outlander Brakes

There are two front disc brakes, and one disc brake in the rear. The front brakes are positioned on either side of the front differential, and the rear brake is positioned next to the rear differential. They are mounted inward to provide better protection, and the pads can easily be accessed and changed.

When the single brake lever is pulled hard the machine tends to noise dive slightly,  however, I have not found it to be a problem. To change this, I stiffened the front shocks up, by putting them on the highest setting ( per Mike Penlands advice). Also when the front lever is applied the machine stops very quickly, the brakes work great.

BRP's Front Fuse Access & Rear Tool Box

 

BRP Outlander 800 XT, going through a transformation at Test Site X

 

ATVPT BRP 800 Outlander XT Additional Field Tests

SuperGrip Tire Tests with the BRP 800 Outlander XT included.

Kenda 26x14 Bounty Hunter radials with the BRP 800 Outlander XT included.

How To Winch Featuring the BRP 800 Outlander XT

Cycle Country Plow with BRP 800 Outlander XT Included.

BRP Bombardier Tech Tips by ATVPT

  

US 27 Motorsports 989-224-8874



US 27 Motorsports Service department Mgr. Scott with his "Can-Do" attitude. I am very pleased with the way he dove into his work, and how he strives to offer the best in customer satisfaction.

 

I am always amazed that he can find a solution to even the littlest problems, that I have experienced with the Can-Am 800 Outlander XT. If you have a machine you need service on, US 27 Service will be there to meet your service related needs.
Note: Scott is no longer with US 27, and has moved on to another dealership. Who ever gets him will have a very hard, honest, and respected employee.

BRP Free 5 Year Extended Warranty on Outlanders

Long Term Test Impressions of the 2006 Can-Am / BRP Outlander 800 XT

Pros:
    Awesome power and acceleration for a utility quad.
    The ultimate comfort of the seat on Outlander 800 and ride quality, is comparable to no other quad that I have driven this year.
    This is the easiest ATV that I have ever removed the plastic of off to do maintenance on.

Cons:
    1: Mishap with the stock CVT Intake Snorkel causing clutch damage. Without modification you can ingest water into your CVT causing premature clutch problems. Remember we run our atv's though a full regime of field testing environments during our reviews. Water crossings of creeks are a part of these tests.
Note: I am told that the Can-Am R&D Team is working on this area to rectify this problem.

       2: Over the course of a year I also had numerous error lights show up, but they didn't effect the drive-ability of the machine. A quick trip to the shop eliminated those annoyances.



Bottom Line

 
We have enjoyed having this 2006 model Can-Am Outlander 800XT ( formerly BRP ) on a long term review and field test here at ATVPT. I cannot begin to tell you how much of a grin you get on your face when you drive this ATV. After over a year in service with us I still get that same wicked grin every time I drive this ATV.

Your ride experience begins the moment you set on this ultra plush seat. Turn on the key and you are greeted with a personal welcome message from the atv's digital gage cluster ( your dealer can program this in for you). Hit the start button and this ATV starts and runs like a Swiss watch on steroids. I kind off think it sounds like a Duccati, but that's my personal thoughts. Put it in gear, punch the throttle, and you feel the power coming on like a locomotive.

I have hauled everything throughout the review period with this quad, and never had a problem with power to tow anything that we have attached behind it. The 4 wheel drive system is outstanding and will get you through areas that you would be leery of on other quads.

The suspension needs to be set at it's firmest setting on the front end, with the rear at its plushest setting. This will give you a very satisfactory ride. Remember this is a utility quad and not a race vehicle. If you want a better handling machine you can remove a bunch of weight off of the front end, starting with the front bumper & winch (or just take a look at the Renegade). Just remember doing this is taking away from what this ATV is designed to do.

Brakes are more then adequate. They work great and they will stop you. I still have a hard time getting used to driving a quad that has only one brake lever on the handle bars. To some people this is no big deal, but I just had a bit of a struggle adjusting to this set up.

When I received this ATV for long term review, I decided to approach the review the same way I would with any new machine that I already owned. I decided to add to this review by trying an assortment of Can-Am, plus other aftermarket accessories to the machine to personalize it a bit. This platform readily accepted every add on, modification and dressing that we could fit on it, and wore it well.

Bottom Line: In my opinion I think this is the top utility quad on the market for 2006. Sure we had some issue's, but none strong enough to deter me from purchasing this ATV. If you want the biggest, baddest, most comfortable utility ATV available today, then you should take a very close look at the Can-Am Outlander 800XT.


Note: This product was provided courtesy of Can-Am/BRP

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