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| 2009
Polaris Outlaw 525 IRS now has Fox Podium
shocks on all 4 corners & the rear
wheels are now 10" instead of 9"
for improved wheel clearance |
The Outlaw 450MXR wasn't the only outlaw to get
updated suspension for 2009. The 525IRS will come
standard with Fox Podium X shocks on all 4 corners.
The addition of the Fox shocks to the rear of
the 525IRS will not only improve an already plush
ride but allow for more tuning since all the Fox
Podium X shocks can be revalved to tailor them
specific for the consumer.
The entire 2009 Outlaw line-up also received
updated valve and spring settings in accordance
to riders and racer feedback. The 525S and 525IRS
foot pegs were relocated 1'' forward for a more
balanced feel on these big bore ATVs. Another
change made to the 525IRS based on racer and
consumer feedback was the use of 10'' rear rims
in place of the previous 9" rear rims.
The use of 10" rims provides more clearance
between the rear knuckle and the rims, decreasing
the chance of rocks and other derbies becoming
lodged in this tight space.
I have had the opportunity over the last year
to spend a considerable amount of time on the
‘08 Outlaw models and I am very impressed
with the changes Polaris has made for 2009.
For starters, the lowered stance on the 450MXR
inspires confidence in high speed corners. The
updated Fox suspension on the Outlaw 525 IRS
was a noticeable improvement in performance
over last years Ryde FX rear suspension. I was
very impressed with the IRS model while trail
riding with not only the ride quality of the
rear suspension but the lack of body roll these
new shocks provided over last years setup.
This will be one of the best years to date to
be an ATV enthusiast. We have more models to choose
from than ever. Gone are the dark days of the
1990’s when you would visit your local powersports
store to find the same limited model line-up on
the show floor that have been offered for years
with updates colors, as their only real changes.
Consumers now demand more from the manufactures
to earn their business. Polaris understands this
and has made a real effort to listen to and act
upon consumer feedback. This kind of consumer
involvement in production changes is not the industry
norm and is gaining Polaris respect from the ones
that should matter most to a manufacture “YOU”
the consumer.
Polaris continues to use this connection with
consumer to engineer new and innovative products
in all their market segments from the Outlaws
and Sportsman to their hard working and play
capable Ranger lineup to the maximum fun factor
RAZR line. So weather you are looking to add
another power sports product to your garage
or you are a first time buyer shopping for something
that fits your needs the best take a good hard
look at the Polaris product you won’t
be disappointed.
