2014 Polaris Sportsman ACE
One Seat SxS / ATV Hybrid Vehicle
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Minneapolis, MN (1/22/2014) -Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII), the
leading manufacturer of off-road vehicles, today announced
the company is defining an entirely-new type of off-road vehicle with the introduction
of the Sportsman ACE. The vehicle’s
architecture is completely new to the industry and features a revolutionary,
sit-in chassis that is nimble and comfortable to operate.
The design of the new Sportsman ACE provides a confidence-inspired ride, all
while being trail-capable, offering an all-new off-road
experience.
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2014 Polaris Sportsman ACE |
“The introduction of the Sportsman ACE is part of our strategy to remain
the leader in the powersports marketplace by introducing
innovative products that define their categories,” said David Longren,
vice president of Polaris’ Off-Road Division. “In creating the
Sportsman ACE, we wanted to not only appeal to current off-road enthusiasts,
but develop a vehicle that brings new customers to
off-road recreation. We accomplished this by coupling an easy-to-use, nimble
platform with a confident and secure ride that, together,
provides drivers of all experience levels a new way to experience the outdoors.”
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At a narrow 48 inches wide, the 2014 Polaris Sportsman ACE is trail legal |
The revolutionary, new design combines the size and nimble handling of the
Sportsman All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV), and the confidence
and comfort of the RANGER and RZR side-by-sides, in a rider-centric design with
a trail-capable and easily-transportable 48
in/121.9 cm width. A comfortable and confidence-inspiring centralized seating
position connects the driver directly with the machine
for a new off-road riding experience. To ensure a low center of gravity, Polaris
positioned all the major components, including the
driver, centralized between the four wheels for an incredibly responsive ride.
Along with this low center of gravity, the Sportsman
ACE boasts 10.25 in/26.04 cm of ground clearance and 9.5 in/24.1 cm of rear
travel due to its fully independent rear suspension
(IRS) outfitted with performance, twin tube shocks featuring adjustable preload.
Seasoned riders will appreciate the overall vehicle
performance, handling and smooth riding suspension, while novice riders will
enjoy the secure riding position and the right amount of power to get
them down the trail.
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2014 Polaris Sportsman ACE is a mix between a Sportsman, RZR, & RANGER |
Powering the Sportsman ACE is an all-new 32 horsepower
ProStar Electronic Fuel Injected (EFI) Engine featuring
an internal counter-balance shaft for smooth, vibration-free
power. The dual overhead camshafts and a 4-valve
cylinder head work with the advanced engine management system to precisely deliver
the fuel charge for impressive power and instant, predictable throttle response;
while the
lightweight efficient transmission captures every ounce of power to deliver
it to the ground. The engine is designed to reduce internal
friction which dramatically reduces noise and significantly increases efficiency making it the most fuel-efficient engine Polaris has
offered. This coupled with the 5.25 gal/19.87 liter fuel tank provides the vehicle
with excellent range for long trail rides.
For a confidence-inspiring and comfortable ride, the Sportsman ACE has a unique
ROPS cab frame to deliver peace of mind only
previously found on side-by-sides. The secure, high-backed, adjustable bucket
seat is paired with an adjustable steering wheel
to give the driver unmatched flexibility when it comes to comfort in the machine.
It’s also equipped with a 3-point seat belt, and
has side bolsters to keep the operator properly positioned in the center of
the machine. The steering wheel offers 3.5 in/8.9 cm of
tilt adjustment and the driver’s seat slides back and forth by 4 in/10.2
cm to customize the fit for the rider.
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2014 Polaris Sportsman ACE cockpit is very comfortable & features adjustable steering wheel, adjustable seat, 3 point seat belt, & cup holder |
For added comfort, an
integrated dead pedal gives the driver a place to perch their left foot while
the right nests in the integrated heel pocket and throttles
the powerful ProStar engine. The cockpit’s flow-through design also makes
ingress and egress easy, and new side nets feature a
metal rod to easily secure them both for clipping and positioning the nets to
the back of the vehicle while exiting. The vehicle also is
equipped with powerful halogen lighting so the fun doesn’t stop when the
sun goes down.