Dealer Comments
For a while there, pure-sport UTVs were hogging all the cool technology and interior refinements. Can-Am?s recently released Defender recreation utility UTVs treat drivers who need vehicles that perform on the job and on the trail to a new kind of machine. We tested one of the most well-outfitted Defenders, the XT HD8, to see what it can do.t?s a fully automatic, belt-type continuously variable transmission, like most UTVs use, but it?s different in several important ways. The Defender?s transmission and final drive are housed in a single case, so there?s no drive shaft from the transmission to the rear gear case. Extra-low-range gearing, high-flow cooling and a belt protection system ready the transmission for hard use. Engine braking slows the Defender on downhills.Like most UTVs, the Defender has selectable 2WD/4WD. The front differential locks automatically as needed in 4WD. There?s also a lockable rear differential. Unlocking the rear differential allows tighter turns and prevents damage to turf.Fast enough that you?ll have to remind yourself you?re driving a utility-focused UTV. UTVs built for serious work were never known for performance, but Can-Am?s Defenders are out to change that. The HD8 is satisfyingly quick, and it can reach 55 mph if you have the room.^^HOW IS THE POWER ON THE TRAIL?^The HD8 has the kind of grunt that always makes it feel like it has steep, challenging trails well in hand, even when you?re carrying considerable loads. Smooth, controllable power delivery makes difficult terrain easy to negotiate. Hunters and ranch operators who have nothing but rugged trails and roads between them and where they need to be will find that the Defender can get them where they have to go and back with confidence.FIVE REASONS WHY A TEAMMOTO APPROVED USED BIKE IS ABETTER BIKE!***** Up to 3 Year Warranty ***** 2 Day Free Exchange ***** 49 Point Mechanical Inspection ***** Competitive Finance and Insurance packages available ***** Australia Wide Freight?.
