A True Workhorse? 2023 Can-Am Outlander PRO HD5 Work Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ต.ค. 2024
- We take the new 2023 Can-Am Outlander PRO HD5 and put it to work by hauling a trailer full of lumber and loading the racks with big rubber mats. See how it fares next to an Outlander XT700 as well doing the same work.
Let us know your thoughts on the redesigned Can-Am Outlander in the comments below.
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like how you showed the mistake and the trailer flipping, could have easily edited that out. I appreciate seeing it, were all human brother, great content.
I appreciate that!
Glad i saw this video. You answered questions i didn’t know I had about the Pro. After seeing this and knowing what I will be using one for I’m leaning towards the pro model.
I guess you just have a 2” ball trailer now, lol. Nice machine, but I think I will stick with my Honda foreman 520.
As a long time Can AM Outlander owner, I am thinking the Pro models might just be the best option; stiffer suspension, selectable front locker.. seems pretty good.
I bought the new HD7 Hunting Edition and I’m absolutely loving it and all the features included.
Is the hunting edition comfortable? Suspension wise?
@@duanesnow424 I adjusted the shocks one notch and it makes it a much nicer ride. If I need to do some heavier work or towing, I’ll adjust it back to normal. Took me only a minute to do.
@@BC_Hunter Sounds good!! What about the engine and clutching? I am torn between this and a grizzly 700. I’ve had 2 grizzly’s and liked them for the most part, but this rig really interests me
@@duanesnow424 I was going back and forth between the two as well but ended up deciding to this route for pricing and features. It is amazing. You will not be disappointed.
do you have diff lock ?
I’m getting the hd7 pro hunting edition not specifically for work but because it comes with the features I want in a quad.
Power steering ✔️
Front bumper✔️
Rear bumper ✔️
Full skid plate ✔️
Winch ✔️
Camo ✔️
Visco 4 lock ✔️
Decent speed ✔️
Built in storage ✔️
I took delivery of mine in June. You'll love it. As you did, it literally checks all the boxes on what I need from a quad.
@@Dusdaddy
That’s some good feedback to hear, thanks!
I heard they are coming out with the 2024’s in Aug. I really hope they don’t change much if anything because I love the 2023s. So If little to no changes I will get the 24 but if not I’m getting the 23 in Aug.
@@fromontario6954 Hard to tell if they will alter the 850/1000s to the new chassis and suspension set-up to resemble the 500/700. I'm guessing not but hey, we had no idea these were coming.
Would you say the hunt model is worth it? I’m stuck between the base model and the hunt. I’m not sure how much more useful the electronics are it’s my first atv. I’m going to be mostly using it for moose hunting and hauling meat in Alaska.
@@Kram2462 Hunting and hauling moose in Alaska? My 1st choice would be a Defender 6x6 w/cab, 2nd an Outty 1000 6x6. As for the hunt model, it depends on what you need; I needed skids, winch, and locker. I added heated grips and handguards. $12.8K OTD
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When you did this test, did you have the springs on the softest setting or the highest setting? I'm particularly curious when you did the trail riding portion at the very end and you talked about it kinda of hopping in corners if you hit a rock?
The xu is not the base model. The pro 5 and 7 hd are the base. The real difference is no dps in the actual base pro.
This is a pro xu not a regular pro.
Got the pro xu hd7 and love it.
Less expensive than a grizz or top of the line honda and has more features and feels faster. Would have never bought a can am until now. Been a honda fan. Wanted a Grizzly but saved 3k and got something better imo.
Awesome review
Love the videos guys!!! Great effort as always.
Im turning 15 and i have this HD5. But I’m gonna use it for driving around like to school and work, so I’m waiting to see how it’s gonna do on the road
You quoted the price for the “Pro XU”, isn’t the review for the PRO HD5?
500 Kingquad rider, work the crap out of it, just hitting 10.000 km, but this unit sounds perfect for what I do with it. I find traction, more than power, is the limiting factor for hauling gravel up hills to fill potholes, firewood out of a muddy bush trail. The extra weight might be a benefit.
I got this bike without power steering and i love it but i am getting it in the near future but if i dont im still good
Great review and now I know what make a PRO. I will stick with my xt. Why is can am phasing out the 650?
Looks like a good option. Size seems right too, some ATV's are so big they are ridiculous.
How’s the new belt on the ‘23. Are they reliable? Or do they break under normal use?
wow it has a phone charger, game changer folks.
The 500/700 should get the selectable front locker. And does anyone know if a universal 2up like the Nomad or Black Boar can be added to these bikes now that the rear rack is sunken?.. i guess a filler piece would be needed and a DIY LinQ solution
The pro xu has the 4lok front locker. Also has a speed limiter and selectable engine breaking which I love way more than I thought I would. When speeding through trails I set it to max. When doing ranch work I have it on min so it slowly rolls to a stop
@@RockinRack yea I’ll likely order a Pro XU. I with the non-Pro 700 could get the selectable front locker as an option instead of the auto locker
I want to ride the 700 and Pro 700 to see the suspension difference
@andrewsbbq I was also worried about that because it's supposed to be stiffer. But the regular 700 felt almost too soft. It was nice but when it came to cornering it had way to much roll which I didn't like. I imagine if you are an experienced speed rider you might want that though. The xu feels a little tighter but the pre load is set in the middle. I turned it all the way down and if felt more like the 700 xt. Soft over rocks and bumps but squishy in the corners. Turned all the way up it felt very stable and I could easily corner and throw the back end around but you definitely feel the trail more. I set it back to the middle position and it's a good compromise between soft ride and confident handling. I got the xu for the 4lok but honestly I enjoy the intelligent engine breaking a lot. That would be the selling point for me now! When you got someone on the back you can set it to min and they aren't slamming into you every time you let off the throttle haha
@@RockinRack awesome thanks for the excellent first hand info. I currently ride a ‘05 Honda 500 with almost 6,000 miles. Lol the suspension in this is a hard and the travel is short. And no power steering. I feel all the trail
The XU seems like a winner and a good price too.
@andrewsbbq haha I still have an 02 honda rancher. I love them but it was time for an upgrade!
Damn those headlights are hella sexy ngl
Nice job testing it out. Haven't had one come in yet, but we will. Even people buying utility machines ask about the top speed, or horsepower. Amazing. I expect that from the sport sxs crowd since they might look indestructible and fast sitting still, just add giant tires and every accessory they can cram on their machine then they find out what breaks! You can't hear any noises with that aftermarket exhaust and speakers banging out tunes as loud as possible. Clutches, axles, transmissions, and motors pushed past their limit without proper maintenance or fluid and filter checks. When you tear open an engine that drained itself due to a hole the size of a baseball and a connecting rod with a 90 degree angle near where the piston used to be, and the customer is in disbelief that it might have been their fault, I just go out back to the boneyard and laugh my ass off. Later Stephen.
I had a Can Am 570 and enjoyed owning it.
It had a few issues though which meant I changed manufacturer to Suzuki.
It's main issues for my requirements (commercial forestry) were a lack of ground clearance and no fully lockable front diff was unforgivable. Given these issues have now been resolved I have now ordered an Outlander Pro XU HD7. Certainly on paper it looks like a winner. Time will surely tell.
lol funny when trailer tipped :)
Wouldn’t the Xt perform the same with a different spring pre load setting? They have 5 “clicks” of adjusting
Spring preload only adjusta rise height unless shocks are fully extended.
Even when you add preload the spring rate is the same it just extends the shock further.
Wow Honda 150 lbs less weight
I have a 2013 Honda Rancher 420 4x4. I will stick with it.
I have the 2013 Rancher as well, smokes and burns oil, about to rebuild the top a second time for the same problem. Rear end making squeaky noises, has left us probably a dozen times sitting since new when the battery gets a couple of years on it (not even a low battery, just dies}. Not nearly as good as the 350 Rancher it replaced that survived three teenagers and only died once when the timing chain jumped. The 420 isn’t a bad machine but the 350 was far more reliable and maintenance free.
Made for the farm
Great video!
What kind of trailer is that?
Called a bush buggy - They are not made anymore.
Great video. That looks like a good, well-thought-out machine... When it's new. What will it look like in 5 years? Is it a "work machine (therefore predicted to be replaced on the company dime, on a fleet schedule every 4 years)" or a "work machine (this thing better last and work without much hassle and generate a net gain rather than a net loss)"? Good job differentiating the HD Pro from the regular model, that is something the spec sheet won't easily reveal.
Does the 500 have significantly less power than the 700 feel wise?
you can feel it. but significant- no.
40hp vs 50hp models, does the 40hp power come in at lower rpm? Wondering if there's an advantage
Does the 2up HD5/7 come with diff lock ?
There is no 2-up HD5/7. That'll be the 500/700 Max so no diff-lock. Only other model for diff-lock is the XMR.
@@Dusdaddy thanks
@@grousehunter67 I wouldn't worry too much on the diff-lock. The new ViscoLok engages pretty well which is better than most machines. I've had diff-lok for 13 years and I only ride in extreme terrain but rarely need it.
@@Dusdaddy Ive had a lot of atvs over the years and use diff-lock regularly and currently own 2 newer Grizzlies i wouldn't have another atv with out diff-lock i do a lot of hunting and exploring mountain terrain and with the weight of the machine and what your packing i want the machine locked in no worry of slipping had lots of scary moments over the years , but i have been looking / thinking at having one of the machines being a 2up or mabey getting a older sxs
Not a 2 up but the locker is also offered in the pro xu
You never mentioned ITC, work or normal mode ?
Work mode is great for work or just putting around. Normal mode is more responsive and sport mode is very peppy for riding trails. The selectable engine breaking pairs great with this as well