RZR Factory Racing takes on Dakar, equipped
with a fully loaded RZR Pro XP
Polaris RZR, the winningest brand in UTV racing, today debuted
the RZR Pro XP that its three factory team drivers will race in
their conquest of the SSV class at the 2021 Dakar Rally—one of the
world’s most grueling and historic desert races. Utilizing the
industry-leading RZR Pro XP platform, the proven RZR Factory Racing
team is well-armed to battle the unrelenting terrain of Dakar and
demonstrate their racing prowess in Polaris’ first trip to the
Dakar Rally.
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“We are committed to pushing our innovation and looking forward
to the opportunity to build upon our legendary racing history as a
brand. The successes and lessons learned from racing accelerate
product innovation, allowing us to continue delivering a
category-defining product for our dedicated customers,” said Steven
Menneto, President of Polaris Off Road.
As the most successful brand in side-by-side racing, Polaris and
the RZR Factory Racing team are poised to continue innovating and
raising the bar of performance race vehicles. The knowledge
acquired from racing is crucial to the future design of production
vehicles. Countless hours of research, development and testing on
the race course has led to the current RZR Pro XP Platform. The RZR
Pro XP is proven, winning the Baja 1000, Baja 500, short course
races, WORCS races, East Coast XC races, and the UTV World
Championships all in the last year.
“We chose to race the T4 class at Dakar, because we wanted to
showcase what the Polaris RZR Pro XP is capable of, what defines
its DNA—the pursuit of constant performance. Our vehicle is built
from as many stock parts as possible to show their durability and
performance capabilities when competing against the toughest
competition in the world,” explained Robert Wilmot, Polaris RZR
Vehicle Architect and Lead Dakar Engineer. Amongst the laundry list
of stock Pro XP parts the team will be using, some of the marquee
stock components include the Pro Star engine, intercooler, turbo,
transmission, hubs, brake calipers and much more. The vehicle also
utilizes a stock wheelbase.
The RZR Factory Racing RZR Pro XP is powered by a 4-stroke
fuel-injected, DOHC, turbocharged, twin cylinder 925cc engine,
fueled by a 130L fuel cell, and capable of a top speed of 130 KPH
(80.77 MPH). A Motec® ECU with custom wiring and dash, custom
switch pad and onboard diagnostics will ensure optimal performance,
and a rear-mounted radiator with a custom roof scoop will provide
maximum airflow. A lightweight lithium battery set up by Braille
Battery® will power the RZR Pro XP throughout its inaugural Dakar
campaign.
The team is also using an FIA homologated chassis, customized by
Jimco Racing®, and based off the Polaris RZR Pro XP platform. With
a 96” wheelbase, 74” wide stance, and custom suspension with an
additional 1.5” of travel compared to stock, the vehicle is built
to perform on the harsh Dakar terrain. A custom FOX RACING SHOX®
suspension with increased reservoir capacity has been chosen for
increased cooling, performance, and greater adjustability. In the
cockpit, Sparco® racing seats and safety harnesses ensure comfort
and driver safety during the 12-day race. The chassis also has an
integrated spare parts and tool storage supply, which will
undoubtedly prove imperative since there will be no pit crew, and
drivers will need to make their own repairs while on the
course.
“As the clear-cut leader in side-by-side racing, there’s a lot
of expectation and pressure as we make our debut at Dakar, but the
RZR Pro XP provides us the ultimate weapon to take on what are
arguably the harshest, most-demanding racing conditions in the
world,” said Steve Kemp Vice President of RZR. “We’re excited to
take on this incredible challenge, and we believe the combined
experience and expertise of Polaris RZR Factory Racing and Jimco
Racing will prove to be a formula for success.”
For the nearly 5,000-mile-long race, the team has chosen to
utilize 30” high-performance BF Goodrich® tires, wrapped around
sturdy aluminum 15” Method Race Wheels® with beadlocks. The vehicle
is equipped with a full four-corner hydraulic disc brake system,
with a dual master cylinder setup and driver-controlled brake bias
for maximized braking performance and control to navigate the
unknown obstacles that have made Dakar a race all its own.
The Polaris RZR Factory Racing lineup of Wayne Matlock and
navigator Sam Hayes, Kristen Matlock and navigator Max Eddy, and
Craig Scanlon and navigator Keith Redstrom will be led by Dakar
racing legend Darren Skilton.
The team is backed by some of the most respected brands in the
off-road industry, including 4 Wheel Parts – the largest off-road
accessory retail chain, BF Goodrich Tires – the official tire of
the Dakar Rally, Method Race Wheels, and FOX RACING SHOX. Sparco is
the official supplier of the team’s safety equipment, driving suits
and helmets, with equipment and vehicle liveries designed by Troy
Lee Designs®. RZR Factory Racing Pro XP vehicles are also powered
by Motul, Braille Battery, Motec, and Jimco Racing. Additional
supporters include Rigid Industries®, Trayco, Shiftpod®, and
Factory Canopies.
The team will tackle the world’s toughest race beginning January
3, 2021 through January 15, 2021 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
More information about Polaris Off-Road Vehicles and Polaris
Engineered Accessories can be found at RZR.Polaris.com.
Also, join the conversation and follow RZR on Facebook, Instagram
and Twitter.
About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII)
pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and
services that have invited people to discover the joy of being
outdoors since our founding in 1954. With annual 2019 sales of $6.8
billion, Polaris’ high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris
RANGER, RZR and GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman
all-terrain off-road vehicles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and
heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; snowmobiles; and
deck, cruiser and pontoon boats, including industry-leading
Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with
parts, garments and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket
portfolio, including TransAmerica Auto Parts. Polaris’ presence in
adjacent markets includes military and commercial off-road
vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly
headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries
across the globe. www.polaris.com.
Unless noted, trademarks are the property of Polaris Industries
Inc. JIMCO RACING® is a registered trademark of Jimco Racing,
Inc.®; 4 Wheel Parts® and 4WP® are registered trademarks of TAP
Worldwide; BF Goodrich® is a registered trademark of B. F. GOODRICH
COMPANY; Method Race Wheels® is a registered trademark of CUSTOM
WHEEL HOUSE, LLC ; FOX RACING SHOX® is a registered trademark of
Fox Factory Inc.; Sparco® is a registered trademark of Sparco
S.p.A.; Troy Lee Designs® is a registered trademark of Troy Lee
Designs, LLC; MOTUL® is a registered trademark of MOTUL société
anonyme (sa); Motec® is a registered trademark of Motec Holdings
Pty Ltd; Rigid® is a trademark of JST Performance, LLC d/b/a Rigid
Industries, LLC; TRAYCO® is a registered trademark of Home Depot
U.S.A., INC.; Shiftpod® is a registered trademark of Christian W.
Weber.
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