I have the same sled but a 19’. I am so glad you guys finally got the xrs. I know the on trail handling is better then you thought it would be, I know it blew me away with how hard I could push trails and absolutely shredding powder.. definitely don’t underestimate the BC-XRS..
I jumped from a 17 renegade x 850 with a 1.6 track to a 19 bc xrs with the 1.6 as well. Absolutely love the sled and don’t know why they always complain about it’s on trail handling, it’s much softer in the Bumps due to the longer skid and for the speeds I ride(avg of 45 mph while trail riding) I can absolutely rail the thing on the trail. Picked up a brand new 2021 base backcountry 850 and going to see how it compares to my current one.
WRONG. All backcountry models used to be 16” wide. In 2018 when the g4 backcountry was released they moved all models back to 15 inches wide, other then the 2 INCH. In this video we have the 1.6 cobra x 15. However the 2 inch powder max is by 16.
refreshing review! nailed it, after 3000k on my 2020 its absolutely the best sled ive ever ridden for my riding style. I would agree its off trail bias but 30/70 is a bit harsh, 40/60 maybe but considering you guys claim the assault to be 50/50 I would have to disagree and give it a 60/40 on trail bias IMO, in my books the BCXRS is a true 50/50 (need to live with a compromise somewhere) and this thing doesn't have the off trail compromise the assault does.
@@ConnorThompson4 its not their fault they got the basic things wrong. Why say good things about a company that give you a dime when another gives you a dollar(ahem polaris)
the only prob is that the backcountry's geared lowers so they dont go as fast but they have a better take off and they are worse on gas bc there geared lower
Great Vid, AJ. That is a great sled no doubt. I have a ‘19 Renegade XRS 850 with the Ice Cobra. I love the performance of the track both on and off trail, but the track is not durable! Mine started falling apart around 3,000 miles. Now at 5,000+ miles, I’m missing more than 10 paddles. They just rip right off at the base of the paddle. Although I do some long rides, I’m pretty easy on my machine overall - still on my original drive belt. That track is probably geared towards a 75 mile/day off trail rider more than a 200 mile/day trail rider who likes to go in the woods once in a while.
I have found the same thing with the single ply tracks like the cobra. Good traction and light weight but not durable. I would take a 2 ply heavier track over a cobra for sure just because they last.
There is a reason Ski Doo stopped offering the 1.6 on the XRS and it's because of the tapered tunnel design. That's why they switched to a 1.5 Ice Ripper this year instead. Sadly your track is junk and really should be replaced by Ski Doo under warranty.
Shawn Hawthorne The freeride is built more like a mountain sled. It has t motion, bigger paddles, small ski stance and is not really made for the trail. Don’t get me wrong the freeride is incredible, just not for the crossover category
Allen R Is all about the type of riding you do. The 1.6 will be better if you ride anymore than 60% trail, while the 2 is better if you powder ride more than 60% of the time. Sure you can take a 2 to trail ride long rides but it won’t be as comfortable, break faster, and make your sled heat up as it’s further from the ground. Good luck in your search!
Please do a review (even better yet, a shootout) about a model that us middle class people can afford. The high end sleds are cool, but... Damn. It's like watching a Mercedes Benz comparison, when we can only afford a Ford
check at dealer and between backcountry , the X and Xrs there is 1800$ difference ... if you cant affort 16500 regular vs 18300 xrs you need to shop used my friend
@@alexandrest-cyr5747 16,000 plus dollars for a sled is stupid expensive for something you use a few times a year. Are you from canada? 16000 is way way way too much money for that machine. Or any of them for that matter. Here in the US, 16000.... Wow. Screw that! Don't forget about depreciation bud. In 3 years, that thing will be worth 2500.
@@Kevin-ix4qz 03 rev 600’s with 5k miles are selling for 4-5k… so there goes your theory. It’s a 10-12k sled all day with 3-4K miles in 3-4 years after purchase. Every day of the week.
We have one being delivered soon and the full test ride will be featured before the end of the season. Also watch for more 2020 walk-around videos in the coming weeks.
Why is 90% of snowtracks episodes advertising skidoo and Polaris a little biased I think. Skidoo has had enough government hand outs to never really need advertise. Polaris makes junk engines. Why dont you stop comparing and start telling people about reliability. Lord knows Polaris is far from reliable
I have an older rev and I think they still use the same recoil starter I do believe you can buy an aluminum internal Paul for it which would be better , the current plastic ones are junk
SnowTrax TV No it’s just the first time I’ve seen a channel choose to place 3 minutes of ads before a subscriber gets to watch the video. Are you saying that you condone that choice?
5:13 best advice AJ has given to date, and probably the most likely to be ignored lol 🤦🏽♂️.
I have the same sled but a 19’. I am so glad you guys finally got the xrs. I know the on trail handling is better then you thought it would be, I know it blew me away with how hard I could push trails and absolutely shredding powder.. definitely don’t underestimate the BC-XRS..
I jumped from a 17 renegade x 850 with a 1.6 track to a 19 bc xrs with the 1.6 as well. Absolutely love the sled and don’t know why they always complain about it’s on trail handling, it’s much softer in the Bumps due to the longer skid and for the speeds I ride(avg of 45 mph while trail riding) I can absolutely rail the thing on the trail. Picked up a brand new 2021 base backcountry 850 and going to see how it compares to my current one.
Would like to see a review on the 154 with 2" vs 146. I think a lot of people are trying to make that decision. I opted for the 154.
WRONG. All backcountry models used to be 16” wide. In 2018 when the g4 backcountry was released they moved all models back to 15 inches wide, other then the 2 INCH. In this video we have the 1.6 cobra x 15. However the 2 inch powder max is by 16.
would like to have seen a little more about the shot system or heard the shot system being operated
Nice. Big engine. Interesting sled. It's what the people want!
refreshing review! nailed it, after 3000k on my 2020 its absolutely the best sled ive ever ridden for my riding style. I would agree its off trail bias but 30/70 is a bit harsh, 40/60 maybe but considering you guys claim the assault to be 50/50 I would have to disagree and give it a 60/40 on trail bias IMO, in my books the BCXRS is a true 50/50 (need to live with a compromise somewhere) and this thing doesn't have the off trail compromise the assault does.
The cobra is 15in wide. It’s only the powder max that’s 16in wide.
Seriously these guys ..
@@ConnorThompson4 its not their fault they got the basic things wrong. Why say good things about a company that give you a dime when another gives you a dollar(ahem polaris)
@@carter5028 shh
Can u please do a review of the SKS 146
You should put it against the polaris sks
Thank you for the Video, well done like always.. :) How would you compare this sled to the AC Riot 8000 same year 2020?
Great question! There's more differences than I can make in a reply here. We'll look at this for a bigger response. Stay tuned.
the only prob is that the backcountry's geared lowers so they dont go as fast but they have a better take off and they are worse on gas bc there geared lower
Great Vid, AJ. That is a great sled no doubt. I have a ‘19 Renegade XRS 850 with the Ice Cobra. I love the performance of the track both on and off trail, but the track is not durable! Mine started falling apart around 3,000 miles. Now at 5,000+ miles, I’m missing more than 10 paddles. They just rip right off at the base of the paddle. Although I do some long rides, I’m pretty easy on my machine overall - still on my original drive belt. That track is probably geared towards a 75 mile/day off trail rider more than a 200 mile/day trail rider who likes to go in the woods once in a while.
I have found the same thing with the single ply tracks like the cobra. Good traction and light weight but not durable. I would take a 2 ply heavier track over a cobra for sure just because they last.
There is a reason Ski Doo stopped offering the 1.6 on the XRS and it's because of the tapered tunnel design. That's why they switched to a 1.5 Ice Ripper this year instead. Sadly your track is junk and really should be replaced by Ski Doo under warranty.
Any reason why you guys steer clear of the freeride? The freeride 146 seems like a great do it all hammer
Shawn Hawthorne The freeride is built more like a mountain sled. It has t motion, bigger paddles, small ski stance and is not really made for the trail. Don’t get me wrong the freeride is incredible, just not for the crossover category
Well said, well done vid
Getting a 2021 backcountry x still debating weather to get the 2 inch powder max or the 1.6 ice cobra any insight thanks Mate...
Allen R Is all about the type of riding you do. The 1.6 will be better if you ride anymore than 60% trail, while the 2 is better if you powder ride more than 60% of the time. Sure you can take a 2 to trail ride long rides but it won’t be as comfortable, break faster, and make your sled heat up as it’s further from the ground. Good luck in your search!
If your from the Midwest but wanted to take your backcountry 850 146 to the mountains would it perform good. Or would U be better off renting?
The track is 15" wide bud
Please do a review (even better yet, a shootout) about a model that us middle class people can afford. The high end sleds are cool, but... Damn. It's like watching a Mercedes Benz comparison, when we can only afford a Ford
Its the same sled with different graphics and cheaper shocks, so it's more like an AMG when you can only afford a mercedes
check at dealer and between backcountry , the X and Xrs there is 1800$ difference ... if you cant affort 16500 regular vs 18300 xrs you need to shop used my friend
@@alexandrest-cyr5747 16,000 plus dollars for a sled is stupid expensive for something you use a few times a year. Are you from canada? 16000 is way way way too much money for that machine. Or any of them for that matter. Here in the US, 16000.... Wow. Screw that! Don't forget about depreciation bud. In 3 years, that thing will be worth 2500.
@@Kevin-ix4qz 03 rev 600’s with 5k miles are selling for 4-5k… so there goes your theory. It’s a 10-12k sled all day with 3-4K miles in 3-4 years after purchase. Every day of the week.
You guys should review some of the 2021 sleds.
Next year
We have one being delivered soon and the full test ride will be featured before the end of the season. Also watch for more 2020 walk-around videos in the coming weeks.
SnowTrax TV Cool, will do
Where did u get the wrap?
That’s stock
Oh yeah!!!
2nd place to the Assault AGAIN in the crossover category
Not if you rode them both...
Switch 800 With who being the judge?
Why is 90% of snowtracks episodes advertising skidoo and Polaris a little biased I think. Skidoo has had enough government hand outs to never really need advertise. Polaris makes junk engines. Why dont you stop comparing and start telling people about reliability. Lord knows Polaris is far from reliable
Scott Shuba damn right
“Reliability of a recoil” lol ski doo recoils are a joke
I agree every recent skidoo I have had the recoil melted on them. Leaving. Me stranded in one case.
I have an older rev and I think they still use the same recoil starter I do believe you can buy an aluminum internal Paul for it which would be better , the current plastic ones are junk
@@hayter111 don’t carry a rope to wrap around your primary? Works every time.
What’s up with the commercials up front? Lame
First time on TH-cam?
SnowTrax TV No it’s just the first time I’ve seen a channel choose to place 3 minutes of ads before a subscriber gets to watch the video. Are you saying that you condone that choice?
@@ML-lg4ky Dude... click on the "Skip Ads" button. Are you daft?
Pittbull So it’s your first time on TH-cam...