What will really peak their interest however is not the unit’s top speed (63 MPH / 101 KPH), it’s literally how fast the unit will get you to where you want to go! On the easy trails, we found several logging roads where we got to do just that, go somewhere fast! At a dead stop, punching the throttle results in wheel spin and a heart felt power slide. The performance minded customers will be happy to learn that the ACE 900 SP is not only fun to drive, but to put it simply, it’s fast. Brimstone also offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to explore the untamed wilderness of the Appalachian Mountains while enjoying a wide array of recreational activities such as: ATV & SXS Riding, Hunting, Fishing, River Sports (kayaking and canoeing) and Camping.īrimstone Recreation was an ideal location as it offered a vast variety of trails from easy going logging roads to the more difficult, ideal for riders looking to be challenged. Brimstone Recreation, LLC offers over 300 miles of OHV trails and roads with numerous overlooks and culture exploration points of interest. We got a chance to shake down the ACE 900 SP at Camp RZR Brimstone, which was held at Brimstone Recreation in Huntsville, Tennessee. However this can be easily remedied as Polaris offers a complete line of optional storage options. Personally I carry a lot of gear when I ride, although the storage provided with the ACE 900 is adequate, I found it somewhat limited for my taste. Storage wise, the ACE 900 SP features a high-capacity cargo box and an integrated front storage compartment. For added creature and safety comforts, the cockpit also features: dual cup holders and automotive style 3-point harness system. The cockpit provides a straightforward environment, which is well designed with gauges that are clearly legible and all within the driver’s reach. The interior cockpit is familiar, as it is identical to the one found in the other members of the Sportsman Ace family. Combine that with tilt steering and this allows the ACE to provide all day comfort on the trails for a wide variety of people. Once seated, you will find that the high bucket seat is not only comfortable but also adjustable. Ingress and egress is made easy utilizing the factory-installed quarter doors and the ACE’s sit in and step out design. The premium SP package (standard) also offers: factory-installed quarter doors and a custom cut and sew high back bucket seat. The ACE 900 SP features automotive style paint (Stealth Black) with a custom graphic package. The ACE 900’s trail-capable width (48 in/121.9 cm) makes it easily transportable and offers a work ready 1500 lb./680 kg of towing capacity. The unit is brought to a stop by dual bore hydraulic discs that offers enhanced braking performance. The ACE 900 SP sits on a set of 25 in/63.5 cm tires mounted on a set of 12-in cast aluminum rims.
This combined with the vehicle’s 10″ (25.4 cm) ground clearance enable the ACE 900 SP to easily navigate harsh terrain. The suspension was also completely re-tuned and you will also find new dual rate springs as part of the unit’s IRS (Independent Rear Suspension). For optimal control, a new front stabilizer bar was added which helped enhance the unit’s handling. With more power comes increased performance and suspension alterations were needed. Power is delivered to the ground via a robust drivetrain purpose built to handle the unit’s higher horsepower. The liquid-cooled, twin-cylinder ProStar 900 EFI engine furnishes smooth power throughout the RPM range and the ETC (Electronic Throttle Control) ensures predictable power at all speeds. However, new clutching and gearing changes were required to ensure the engine performed well for this package. The ACE 900 SP brings big power to the ACE line-up with a 60 horsepower ProStar 900 engine it’s fundamentally the same engine you will find in the Ranger XP 900 series. Due to the continuing widespread appeal of this platform, Polaris needed to once again respond to its customer base, which demanded even more horsepower.įor model year 2016, Polaris introduces the ACE 900 SP bringing the ACE experience to performance minded customers. The ACE 570 now had enough power on tap to be utilized in various off-road applications and suddenly the ACE was no longer viewed as a newcomer unit. When the ACE 570 was released, it sparked the interest of a whole different breed, the “veterans” of the sport.
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