I used to knock the vico kock. Not so much anymore. They are reliable and they keep you from breaking cv joints. Full axle. Yes definitely front lockers.
@@unclebilly1353 I don’t mind the Visco lock unless it get in a sticky situation and I need to crawl slowly. Then it will shoot your front end off or do nothing at all. So you end up breaking an axle from trying to use momentum.
@americandream_89 good point. In my case, I have a defender hd10 limited. And I mostly trail ride in the desert. Watching sunset with the wife and dogs. The only reason I use 4-wheel drive. Is it because you should for maintenance . Once, I pull my truck out from being stuck.
Great video, it’s so hard to choose between machines these days, as I get older I want comfort, quiet, performance and ride quality. I’ve owned several ranger xp 1000s but I’d like heat and ac so I can ride in all weather conditions.
I saw the teaser videos on the Kawasaki Ridge. The 4 cylinder looks promising but the shocks in the video seem pretty bad considering the competition and current level of performance on recent models
Happy Saturday buddy to you and your family. I’m sure that you know this, but your wiper fluid was leaking inside your Polaris. Another great video and really liked the trail riding part.
It’s where we went through a car wash it lets water in around the window if the sprayer goes directly at roof. Glad you enjoyed it buddy. Hope your weekend is great
@@americandream_89 that’s awesome that they do that. I just didn’t know that the cab system is tight enough to prevent water from getting inside. I’m glad that the kids love it too. I look forward to the trails. It’s been raining and cold lately in MI, and the weather is predicting snow this Tuesday here. The old saying in MI is, give the weather 10 mins and it could change. Lol.
I just bought the outgoing 2023 hd10 max MXR. They had 3 left at the dealership and had 5k off msrp but anyway so far I really like and love the smart locking front differential
@1gr8oil good luck with it . I have the 2021 hd10 limited. One tip. Changed the front bushings out with the UHMW ones. And keep your arms greased. I have over 10 thousand miles on mine . First belt 6 thousand miles. I have put a lot of up grades on mine. Like zbroz stage 3 shocks. New steering rack and tie rods. . Things to make my ride more reliable and more comfortable. My wife and I are retired and use this machine to spend time in the back country. But the maintenance is expensive. New clutch and belt tires next week. Preparing it for Colorado and Utah. I wish you the best of luck with your new ride. It's a great platform for a lot a different outdoor activities.
Go just a bit farther south to Windrock. You want find these smooth trails down there. Rocks, rocks and big rocks. A lot of trails in this area, between Royal Blue, TWRA, Windrock etc etc. You need a 10" Samsung tablet with Orux and Back Country Navigator.
I’m planning to go to black mountain and a few others. Some are going to blue royal last weekend in December. I usually take my family on trips so it’s hard to do anything to treacherous. I like a challenge but I’ve also been at this long enough I can look and know what the machine can and can’t.
What’s dripping at the top of your windshield, is it washer fluid or is the roof leaking ? I have a lot of problems with my defender’s roof/windshield and wiper fluid all leaking .
I took it though a car wash so it has to be water. I can’t say in normal rain I’ve noticed water coming in. But that car wash sprays right in my roof liner so water pressed in somewhere
I believe the height difference is actually about 5.5 inches. My defender drug like crazy going in my garage with 33’s and my Xpedition isn’t even close.
You talked about the tires a bit and made me wonder, what do you like and dislike about the maxxis bighorn, which used to be factory spec on the can am until recently.
@@americandream_89 No I have a 23 Defender Limited. I just figured if you put that much effort into a review why not go the extra step and measure. Being in a trade myself I just despise round about guesses of the top of my head. Not knocking you, thanks for the video!
Just got my xpedition xp. Noisy as hell. You cannot have a conversation in this thing unless you are parked. Very disappointed for what I paid. Literally ear damaging noise…over 90db cruising. I only went around the block and had to park it. Suppose I will be stuck with it. Make sure you test drive before buying anything. I bought it over the phone expecting this thing to be a nice quiet cab and the dealership loaded it so I didn’t even get into it before I got home. Hopefully Polaris comes through with some kinda fix, but I’m not going to hold my breath.
@@americandream_89 i’m not in touch with the SxS world at all. That’s why I’m watching this video. Why do so many people want to switch from a defender to an xpedition? The xpedition is considerably more expensive and only has two seats upfront. Thanks for the video.
@@BrettL250 a lot of people in the industry just bought a Ranger or a defender simply because it had air-conditioning. Then they would end up, not being satisfied with the power or suspension, causing them to spend a bunch of money to try to turn it into what the xpedition is. Now they are debating if buying the expedition is cheaper than building a ranger or defender.
I used to knock the vico kock. Not so much anymore. They are reliable and they keep you from breaking cv joints. Full axle. Yes definitely front lockers.
@@unclebilly1353 I don’t mind the Visco lock unless it get in a sticky situation and I need to crawl slowly. Then it will shoot your front end off or do nothing at all. So you end up breaking an axle from trying to use momentum.
@americandream_89 good point. In my case, I have a defender hd10 limited. And I mostly trail ride in the desert. Watching sunset with the wife and dogs. The only reason I use 4-wheel drive. Is it because you should for maintenance . Once, I pull my truck out from being stuck.
Great video, it’s so hard to choose between machines these days, as I get older I want comfort, quiet, performance and ride quality. I’ve owned several ranger xp 1000s but I’d like heat and ac so I can ride in all weather conditions.
Thanks
I know what you mean. I’ve got several comparison videos on here. Kawasaki will have a new one in January to compete so keep your options open
I saw the teaser videos on the Kawasaki Ridge. The 4 cylinder looks promising but the shocks in the video seem pretty bad considering the competition and current level of performance on recent models
Happy Saturday buddy to you and your family. I’m sure that you know this, but your wiper fluid was leaking inside your Polaris. Another great video and really liked the trail riding part.
It’s where we went through a car wash it lets water in around the window if the sprayer goes directly at roof.
Glad you enjoyed it buddy. Hope your weekend is great
@@americandream_89 yeah thanks
@@americandream_89 I didn’t realize that you could take those through the car wash. 👍🏻 Nice
@@ethanh9535 some places here will let you unless they are crazy nasty. I got more trail ride stuff coming soon
@@americandream_89 that’s awesome that they do that. I just didn’t know that the cab system is tight enough to prevent water from getting inside. I’m glad that the kids love it too. I look forward to the trails. It’s been raining and cold lately in MI, and the weather is predicting snow this Tuesday here. The old saying in MI is, give the weather 10 mins and it could change. Lol.
Fantastic comparison as always drakes thanks loving my new Defender
We love the defenders also. Truly a great all around machine. I’ll have more content on them today brimstone. Thanks again for the input buddy
@@americandream_89 It was a beast and it did everything the sport Utv would do this weekend bone stock. Thanks for all the content it’s appreciated.
I just bought the outgoing 2023 hd10 max MXR. They had 3 left at the dealership and had 5k off msrp but anyway so far I really like and love the smart locking front differential
It’s a ton better than the Visco congrats on it
I just purchased a 2025 CAn AM Limited, and it has the "SMART LOCK" front Diff, and open/closed rear diff, and yes it is very quiet inside.
25 or 24?
@@americandream_89 I meant to say 2024!
@@1gr8oil great machine congrats
@1gr8oil good luck with it . I have the 2021 hd10 limited. One tip. Changed the front bushings out with the UHMW ones. And keep your arms greased. I have over 10 thousand miles on mine . First belt 6 thousand miles. I have put a lot of up grades on mine. Like zbroz stage 3 shocks. New steering rack and tie rods. . Things to make my ride more reliable and more comfortable. My wife and I are retired and use this machine to spend time in the back country. But the maintenance is expensive. New clutch and belt tires next week. Preparing it for Colorado and Utah. I wish you the best of luck with your new ride. It's a great platform for a lot a different outdoor activities.
Go just a bit farther south to Windrock. You want find these smooth trails down there. Rocks, rocks and big rocks. A lot of trails in this area, between Royal Blue, TWRA, Windrock etc etc. You need a 10" Samsung tablet with Orux and Back Country Navigator.
I’m planning to go to black mountain and a few others. Some are going to blue royal last weekend in December. I usually take my family on trips so it’s hard to do anything to treacherous. I like a challenge but I’ve also been at this long enough I can look and know what the machine can and can’t.
What’s dripping at the top of your windshield, is it washer fluid or is the roof leaking ? I have a lot of problems with my defender’s roof/windshield and wiper fluid all leaking .
I took it though a car wash so it has to be water. I can’t say in normal rain I’ve noticed water coming in. But that car wash sprays right in my roof liner so water pressed in somewhere
Is the 74.9” correct on the height of the xpedition? Looking at a Thaler and planning on buy one of these.
I’ve never measured mine and now have bigger tires on. I’d say it’s close to that but I’ll measure mine now. A new one would be a 1”-1.75 shorter
@@americandream_89 yeah if it is truly 74.9” tall I’ll have to let air out of the tires to get it in lol
I believe the height difference is actually about 5.5 inches. My defender drug like crazy going in my garage with 33’s and my Xpedition isn’t even close.
It’s a good difference. I didn’t measure but the defender is tall.
You talked about the tires a bit and made me wonder, what do you like and dislike about the maxxis bighorn, which used to be factory spec on the can am until recently.
The side wall. They acutely perform great. But are a very lightly constructed tire.
Never rode in the can ams, but, looks wise, the polaris is winning… i hate polaris too… but man.. looks clean.
The expedition is 10k more. I'm not sure it's a fair comparison.
Where are you riding? Wildcat?
Brimstone that was Friday night. Before we rode the big ride Saturday.
Thar service truck doesn't have a tape measure in any of those tool compartments?
I’m sure it did. I had 2 in the truck just giving out general information. Do you have a specific measurement you need?
@@americandream_89 No I have a 23 Defender Limited. I just figured if you put that much effort into a review why not go the extra step and measure. Being in a trade myself I just despise round about guesses of the top of my head. Not knocking you, thanks for the video!
@@swollz1 appreciate the feedback. Will take into consideration your thoughts.
Just got my xpedition xp. Noisy as hell. You cannot have a conversation in this thing unless you are parked. Very disappointed for what I paid. Literally ear damaging noise…over 90db cruising. I only went around the block and had to park it. Suppose I will be stuck with it. Make sure you test drive before buying anything. I bought it over the phone expecting this thing to be a nice quiet cab and the dealership loaded it so I didn’t even get into it before I got home. Hopefully Polaris comes through with some kinda fix, but I’m not going to hold my breath.
Thanks for your input. To charge with clutching you will lose hp. I really don’t see any way to truly fix the noise.
What is the price difference?
Defender is 33000
Xpedtion is 43000
@@americandream_89 I paid 32,300.00 OTD for ,u 2024 Defender Limited
Yeah that’s correct
You get a lot for $10k extra.
@@zacstarr107 for sure
Not sure its a fair comparison when they Polaris is $10k more expensive.
Locks... why didn't Can-am put locks on the damn doors 😡
You,I and everyone can’t figure out that! I’m clueless what they had in mind.
Why can't you compare apples to apples? Like a Ranger to a defender. Just amazes me.
Obviously you are out of touch with the SxS world. So many people want to switch from a Ranger or defender to a xpedition. Wake up
@@americandream_89 That’s why im watching this video.
@@americandream_89 i’m not in touch with the SxS world at all. That’s why I’m watching this video. Why do so many people want to switch from a defender to an xpedition? The xpedition is considerably more expensive and only has two seats upfront. Thanks for the video.
@@BrettL250 a lot of people in the industry just bought a Ranger or a defender simply because it had air-conditioning. Then they would end up, not being satisfied with the power or suspension, causing them to spend a bunch of money to try to turn it into what the xpedition is. Now they are debating if buying the expedition is cheaper than building a ranger or defender.
@@americandream_89 Thanks man. I have had the same questions. So I should not buy the Defender and lift it? I should get the 50K xpedition?
The defender exhais mor likely to cause a fire
What makes you say that?
Personal experience