Shop the Best Snowmobile JacketsYou need to be able to keep your core warm and dry when you're out on your sled. The run-of-the-mill coats just aren't going to cut it. At Dennis Kirk, we carry the best snowmobile jackets from all the top brands so you can hit the powder without worrying about getting cold. Plus, you can get more for less with our low price guarantee.When looking for a new jacket for snowmobiling, there are a few things to consider; what style, how warm and how versatile. We carry a wide variety the covers the gamut to satisfy all types of riders. We also carry the matching snowmobile pants or bibs to make a complete set.The styles of snowmobile jackets are becoming more defined each year, allowing riders to find a piece that is perfectly suited to the way they ride.
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Each machine will have a VIN number on the unit (usually on the frame). If you are unsure of the year and model of your machine, please give us a call so that. May 01, 2019 Once you find your ATV VIN number off the tag on your Arctic Cat ATV, you can go to all kinds of websites that have VIN Decoders available. The best ones are backed by the Arctic Cat ATV manufacturer, however there are plenty of aftermarket Arctic Cat ATV VIN Decoder websites on the web.
Follow the breakdown to find out what's right for you. Trail- These are the most versatile and are a great option for the rider who just wants to jump on and go. With built-in insulation, you do not have to worry about as much layering. The cut is more suited for seated riders.
Check out FXR, HJC and HMK. Mountain/Backcountry- Technical riders looking for technical gear should look towards this style. The cut, ample ventilation and construction favors the active/standing rider and is built to articulate with the body. Many pieces are either uninsulated or have thin insulation and are designed to be worn in conjunction with layering pieces. This is to reduce bulkiness and allow the rider to tailor their layers to how warm they need to be.
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Check out Klim, Fieldsheer and HMK. Snocross- For the serious racer, the snocross style is just an outer shell. It is designed to articulate well with the rider and also has an ample amount of ventilation so the rider does not overheat. The shell will work well with protective gear, like a Leatt neck brace or a roost guard. Check out Castle X, Arctiva and FXR.You can learn more from our or by chatting with our tech support team. We also have to help you get the right size.
Don't worry if need to change sizes. We offer free returns on apparel and helmet so you can get exactly what you need. Plus, all orders over $89 ship free and the same day that you order.
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Contents.History Arctic Cat was formed by snowmobile pioneer Edgar Hetteen in 1960 due to his departure from his previous self-started business,. Like Polaris, Arctic Cat grew to become a major manufacturer of snowmobiles, watercraft, winter clothing and (ATV's). The company's first name was Polar Manufacturing but was soon changed to Arctic Enterprises. The company made their first snowmobile in 1960 and in 1970, started the Boss Cat line. In 1968 a 15,000 sqft winter wear factory was opened in employing an additional 60 workers. Various boat manufacturers, including, Lund and Spirit Marine, were bought to attempt to expand the company.
However, Arctic Cat went bankrupt in 1982. Two years later, a new company Arctco was created to continue the production of Arctic Cat snowmobiles. The company was successful in keeping the Arctic Cat alive and in 1996 the company changed its name to Arctic Cat.
Over the years, the company has attempted many other product lines including snowblowers, generators, mini bikes,helicopters and two-wheel drive vehicles. Although the brand's headquarters has relocated several times in recent years, Arctic Cat continues the majority of its manufacturing, along with snowmobile engineering, in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. The company also manufactures engines at a facility in St. Cloud, Minnesota.On January 25, 2017, it was announced Arctic Cat will be acquired by in for $247M in a cash transaction. The all-terrain vehicle and side-by-side models branded as Arctic Cat were either discontinued or rebranded Textron, whereas the snowmobile models have kept the Arctic Cat brand. In early 2019, the company announced that the Arctic Cat brand would return to its side-by-sides and ATVs, beginning with the 2020 model year.
Vehicles today Snowmobiles. Arctic Cat Snowmobile.Arctic Cat is known for their M series snowmobile models which were 3rd in Market share behind Ski-doo and Polaris in 2003. This 'Skinny Mini' prototype sled had features different from other sleds at that time, by utilizing parts that provided more than one role and a track that had less width then other sleds, reducing rotating mass.
Arctic Cat discovered that this design was splendid for mountain riding, however the trail model developed an overheating issue as the heat exchanges were found to be insufficient when ridden on ice and in marginal snow conditions. Though the majority of sleds experienced no issues, this resulted in a class action lawsuit and resulted in an out of court settlement where cat bought back from owners 3200 short track Firecat F-7's. These sleds featured a lay down type engine which placed the carburetors in front of the engine. Which was centered low in the sled to centralize mass and was believed to allow cooler air inlet temperatures. Big changes were made to the lineup for the 2007 model year as a new chassis was introduced which was called a twin-spar chassis replacing all previous models while adding a new 4 stroke engine, the Z1 Jaguar, which featured an parallel twin. In 2009 the Z1 was turbocharged to produce 177 horsepower (132 kW), which was 1 horsepower (0.75 kW) more than any other production snowmobile. The Crossfire and M-series remain on the same M-series chassis which is a spin off from the original Firecat Chassis.
Arctic Cat ATV in use by the All-terrain vehicles Arctic Cat started producing utility all-terrain vehicles in 1996, and expanded to produce side by side UTV's in 2005. They produce many different models from youth models to competition models, with other models being sport, recreation, 2-Up Trail, and utility models. They also now offer a line of economy mid size utility atv's which are manufactured by Kymco in Taiwan.
Most models come with both 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive, ride in suspensions, and electronic power steering capabilities.The original design of utility ATVs was offered from 1996 to 2004 and featured single cylinder liquid or air cooled motors from 250 to 500cc's, and all of a common design. This Arctic Cat-designed motor was manufactured by Suzuki and featured a 2V SOHC design with hemispherical combustion chambers. Manual and CVT automatic transmissions were offered. A 650V2 V-twin engine option borrowed from the Kawasaki Prairie was also offered starting in 2003. A major redesign of the platform was launched in 2005. With the new redesign came new body work, electronics, rear mounted gas tank and a standard front locking diff, though the chassis in general remained largely unchanged.
A new high performance engine platform also debuted in the 650H1. This H1 platform was a direct evolution of the previous suzuki manufactured engines with many parts being interchangeable, but was now manufactured by Arctic Cat in the US. A 700EFI model was also offered which used an engine and transmission combo borrowed from the Suzuki King Quad model. This is a 4V dohc design with no relation to the H1 engine platform. This was replaced with the 700H1 which was a higher displacement version of the 650H1 with fuel injection added. A 1000cc H2 V-twin engine, was also made available. Arctic Cat utility ATV's are primarily designed and marketed toward utilitarian uses such as farm work and hunting.
Compared to other ATVs, they offer very high ground clearance, low gear ratios for towing, and large steel racks for hauling large loads, and large fuel tanks for extended range. The high ground clearance and locking differentials make them particularly adept off road. They also offer 2 up models, and the TBX model which features a large dump box and high payload capacity, and a Mud Pro model which features factory air snorkels to allow it to drive nearly submerged, larger mud tires, and stronger driveline components.In 2017, Arctic Cat produced its final model year for ATVs after joining Textron with the Alterra continuing under the Textron Off Road brand name. The Arctic Cat brand will return to side-by-side lines in 2019, for model year 2020 vehicles. Side-by-sides.
2016 Arctic Cat 700 Prowler HDXArctic Cat offered its first side by side UTV, the Prowler, starting in 2005. This is a utility model with large rear mounted box similar to a pickup truck bed. It is mainly intended for utility and farm use.
A new high performance model, the Wildcat was also launched to meet the new demand for recreational UTVs aimed at high speed trail riding which was made popular by the huge success of the Polaris RZR. Both Prowlers and Wildcats are offered in 2 and 4 seat models with various engine offerings.In 2015, Arctic Cat launched the Side-By-Side (SXS) Racing Series as a support series to the; the series fielded ten Wildcat side-by-sides for its debut at the in.In 2017, Arctic Cat produced its final model year for UTVs after joining Textron with variations of the Wildcat and Prowler being offered under the Textron Off Road brand name. The Arctic Cat brand will return to side-by-side lines in 2019, for model year 2020 vehicles.
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