That's all well and good, but is a year late. This is what they needed to do last year for the "big anniversary" and this year they should be building on it.
It is probably a matter of economics for them, but regardless, this is what pushed them out of the number one spot: being a day late and a dollar short.
Matt Doo owner Manta owner
On Fri, 04 Mar 2005 16:56:28 GMT, "Dave Ward" <d_ward@telus.net> wrote:
News Release>
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE>
Contacts: Dave Fransen Marlys Knutson>
Weber Shandwick Polaris Industries>
(952) 346-6225 (763) 542-0533>
Largest New Snowmobile Offering In History Kicks Off Next 50 Years>
At Polaris>
Five new engines, 15 new sleds to greet dealers at sales meeting in Salt >Lake City>
MINNEAPOLIS, February 28, 2005 - Polaris (NYSE: PII), an icon in the >snowmobile>
industry since 1954, is blasting into its second half-century by introducing >the widest breadth of>
new products in its snowmobile line in company history. Fifteen new models >featuring five allnew>
engines are highlighting the announcement to dealers at Polaris' annual >meeting in Salt>
Lake City this week.>
Most snowmobile models in the 2006 line are built with the new IQT Chassis, >which>
originally was developed by Polaris for two of its 2005 model year sleds and >was met with>
critical acclaim by industry media and consumers alike. Combined with the >company's five allnew>
engines, including two high performance, low-emission four-strokes, Polaris >is making a>
concerted effort to build snowmobiles with more power, lower emissions, >smoother rides, easier>
handling and enhanced rider ergonomics.>
"Last year we promised the IQT Chassis would change the industry, and we >were right,">
said Tom Tiller, president and CEO, Polaris Industries. "This year, we're >incorporating Polaris'>
most significant technological advancements into over 60 percent of our >model line-up.>
Combining five new power and performance-minded engines with the innovative >IQT Chassis>
will make 2006 the most promising year in our history as a snowmobile >manufacturer. We're>
confident the sleds we're unveiling this week to dealers will be met with >enthusiastic anticipation>
by riders in every part of the country.">
- more ->
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/2>
IQT Chassis Gets An Upgrade>
The IQT Chassis, the most-innovative and balanced chassis in the sport of>
snowmobiling, has been improved significantly for 2006, affecting sleds in >several categories ->
Mountain, Performance, Trail Luxury, Touring and Crossover. The IQ Chassis >offers riders a>
balanced, smooth and stable ride, responsive handling and industry-leading >rider ergonomics. It>
features a lower center of gravity and positions the rider to create a >centralized mass, optimizing>
engine output and suspension performance.>
Polaris' 2006 line-up also offers the Rider SelectT steering system, crowned >the snow>
innovation of the century. With the push of a button, a rider can move the >steering post to any of>
seven positions across a 6" range, allowing the rider to choose the steering >position best-suited>
for the terrain and the desired type of riding experience.>
Some of the 2006 IQT Chassis improvements include a new, true-tracking, >composite>
IQT Ski that can use one or two runners; a redesigned ski spindle for >improved handling, less>
"push" in corners and less drag in deep snow; adjustable ski stance on IQT >RMK models; and>
revised belt pull angle for less belt heat and improved belt life and >alignment.>
New Engine Technology Leads The Way>
The five new engines introduced to Polaris dealers this week illustrate a >major>
improvement to the company's already industry-leading product offerings.>
The Liberty 600 HO attracts performance-minded riders who demand great >acceleration>
and top-end power. It produces 19 percent more horsepower at 6,000 RPM and >nine percent>
more horsepower at its peak compared to current competitive 600s.>
"The new Liberty 600 HO is a significant new development in this year's >line-up," said>
Eric Lindquist, general manager, Polaris snowmobile division. "The 600 class >is the most>
important from a sales-volume perspective, and our new high output offering >and improved>
horsepower will generate considerable attention from consumers for next year's >riding season.">
The Liberty 700 is a two-cylinder, four-injector, two-stroke engine with a >long stroke>
that produces outstanding torque. It's lightweight, compact and designed to >fit low in the IQ>
Chassis. The 700 generates strong, rider-friendly linear power that comes on >smooth all across its>
broad>
- more ->
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/3>
powerband. The new 700 also delivers excellent fuel economy and is compliant >with EPA>
emissions standards through 2010.>
The new 2006 Liberty 900 engine has significantly improved calibration for >efficient>
operation, easy starting and better throttle response, more horsepower and >fuel economy. It>
automatically adjusts calibration in response to changes in elevation, >temperature and other>
factors. The high-pressure injection system improves atomization of the fuel >and helps the>
Liberty 900 meet EPA emissions standards up to 2010.>
Two new offerings in the four-stroke category are a potent combination of >the>
performance enthusiasts demand and the lowered emissions necessary in >environmentally>
sensitive riding areas. The new Polaris 750 four-stroke engines - the FS and >the turbocharged>
FST - deliver great throttle response, low emissions and excellent fuel >economy.>
The Bosch multi-port sequential fuel injection system monitors operating >conditions and>
adjusts engine calibration automatically in response to changes in >elevation, temperature and>
other factors. The engine management system also ensures easy starting with >no choke. Each>
engine has four valves per cylinder and a single overhead cam (SOHC), and >each is>
counterbalanced for low vibration. Lightweight and compact, these engines >fit low in the IQ>
Chassis to enhance handling and balance.>
The FST engine has a power-boosting turbocharger that spools up so quickly >there's>
virtually no turbo lag and its intercooler ensures reliable, consistent >performance. The new>
Polaris 750 four-stroke engines already meet the EPA's proposed standards >for model year 2012,>
and the naturally aspirated FS engine has been certified as Best Available >Technology (BAT)>
and can be used in Yellowstone National Park.>
"It's vitally important that we continue to improve Polaris' Best Available >Technology to>
ensure our riders will be welcomed wherever they ride," said Lindquist. "We've >made great>
strides with the new 750 FS and 750 FST, both in meeting emissions >requirements and in>
providing the power and performance snowmobile enthusiasts seek. These new >entries position>
Polaris as an industry leader in developing environmentally friendly sleds, >and we're proud of>
the efforts our engineers have put into their creation.">
- more ->
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/4>
About Polaris>
Information about the complete line of Polaris products apparel and vehicle >accessories is>
available from authorized Polaris dealers or from the Polaris homepage at>
Matt Mead wrote:> That's all well and good, but is a year late. This is what they> needed to do last year for the "big anniversary" and this year they> should be building on it. >
It is probably a matter of economics for them, but regardless, this is> what pushed them out of the number one spot: being a day late and a> dollar short.>
Matt> Doo owner> Manta owner>
On Fri, 04 Mar 2005 16:56:28 GMT, "Dave Ward" <d_ward@telus.net>> wrote:>
News Release>>
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE>>
Contacts: Dave Fransen Marlys Knutson>>
Weber Shandwick Polaris Industries>>
(952) 346-6225 (763) 542-0533>>
Largest New Snowmobile Offering In History Kicks Off Next 50 Years>>
At Polaris>>
Five new engines, 15 new sleds to greet dealers at sales meeting in Salt >>Lake City>>
MINNEAPOLIS, February 28, 2005 - Polaris (NYSE: PII), an icon in the >>snowmobile>>
industry since 1954, is blasting into its second half-century by introducing >>the widest breadth of>>
new products in its snowmobile line in company history. Fifteen new models >>featuring five allnew>>
engines are highlighting the announcement to dealers at Polaris' annual >>meeting in Salt>>
Lake City this week.>>
Most snowmobile models in the 2006 line are built with the new IQT Chassis, >>which>>
originally was developed by Polaris for two of its 2005 model year sleds and >>was met with>>
critical acclaim by industry media and consumers alike. Combined with the >>company's five allnew>>
engines, including two high performance, low-emission four-strokes, Polaris >>is making a>>
concerted effort to build snowmobiles with more power, lower emissions, >>smoother rides, easier>>
handling and enhanced rider ergonomics.>>
"Last year we promised the IQT Chassis would change the industry, and we >>were right,">>
said Tom Tiller, president and CEO, Polaris Industries. "This year, we're >>incorporating Polaris'>>
most significant technological advancements into over 60 percent of our >>model line-up.>>
Combining five new power and performance-minded engines with the innovative >>IQT Chassis>>
will make 2006 the most promising year in our history as a snowmobile >>manufacturer. We're>>
confident the sleds we're unveiling this week to dealers will be met with >>enthusiastic anticipation>>
by riders in every part of the country.">>
- more ->>
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/2>>
IQT Chassis Gets An Upgrade>>
The IQT Chassis, the most-innovative and balanced chassis in the sport of>>
snowmobiling, has been improved significantly for 2006, affecting sleds in >>several categories ->>
Mountain, Performance, Trail Luxury, Touring and Crossover. The IQ Chassis >>offers riders a>>
balanced, smooth and stable ride, responsive handling and industry-leading >>rider ergonomics. It>>
features a lower center of gravity and positions the rider to create a >>centralized mass, optimizing>>
engine output and suspension performance.>>
Polaris' 2006 line-up also offers the Rider SelectT steering system, crowned >>the snow>>
innovation of the century. With the push of a button, a rider can move the >>steering post to any of>>
seven positions across a 6" range, allowing the rider to choose the steering >>position best-suited>>
for the terrain and the desired type of riding experience.>>
Some of the 2006 IQT Chassis improvements include a new, true-tracking, >>composite>>
IQT Ski that can use one or two runners; a redesigned ski spindle for >>improved handling, less>>
"push" in corners and less drag in deep snow; adjustable ski stance on IQT >>RMK models; and>>
revised belt pull angle for less belt heat and improved belt life and >>alignment.>>
New Engine Technology Leads The Way>>
The five new engines introduced to Polaris dealers this week illustrate a >>major>>
improvement to the company's already industry-leading product offerings.>>
The Liberty 600 HO attracts performance-minded riders who demand great >>acceleration>>
and top-end power. It produces 19 percent more horsepower at 6,000 RPM and >>nine percent>>
more horsepower at its peak compared to current competitive 600s.>>
"The new Liberty 600 HO is a significant new development in this year's >>line-up," said>>
Eric Lindquist, general manager, Polaris snowmobile division. "The 600 class >>is the most>>
important from a sales-volume perspective, and our new high output offering >>and improved>>
horsepower will generate considerable attention from consumers for next year's >>riding season.">>
The Liberty 700 is a two-cylinder, four-injector, two-stroke engine with a >>long stroke>>
that produces outstanding torque. It's lightweight, compact and designed to >>fit low in the IQ>>
Chassis. The 700 generates strong, rider-friendly linear power that comes on >>smooth all across its>>
broad>>
- more ->>
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/3>>
powerband. The new 700 also delivers excellent fuel economy and is compliant >>with EPA>>
emissions standards through 2010.>>
The new 2006 Liberty 900 engine has significantly improved calibration for >>efficient>>
operation, easy starting and better throttle response, more horsepower and >>fuel economy. It>>
automatically adjusts calibration in response to changes in elevation, >>temperature and other>>
factors. The high-pressure injection system improves atomization of the fuel >>and helps the>>
Liberty 900 meet EPA emissions standards up to 2010.>>
Two new offerings in the four-stroke category are a potent combination of >>the>>
performance enthusiasts demand and the lowered emissions necessary in >>environmentally>>
sensitive riding areas. The new Polaris 750 four-stroke engines - the FS and >>the turbocharged>>
FST - deliver great throttle response, low emissions and excellent fuel >>economy.>>
The Bosch multi-port sequential fuel injection system monitors operating >>conditions and>>
adjusts engine calibration automatically in response to changes in >>elevation, temperature and>>
other factors. The engine management system also ensures easy starting with >>no choke. Each>>
engine has four valves per cylinder and a single overhead cam (SOHC), and >>each is>>
counterbalanced for low vibration. Lightweight and compact, these engines >>fit low in the IQ>>
Chassis to enhance handling and balance.>>
The FST engine has a power-boosting turbocharger that spools up so quickly >>there's>>
virtually no turbo lag and its intercooler ensures reliable, consistent >>performance. The new>>
Polaris 750 four-stroke engines already meet the EPA's proposed standards >>for model year 2012,>>
and the naturally aspirated FS engine has been certified as Best Available >>Technology (BAT)>>
and can be used in Yellowstone National Park.>>
"It's vitally important that we continue to improve Polaris' Best Available >>Technology to>>
ensure our riders will be welcomed wherever they ride," said Lindquist. "We've >>made great>>
strides with the new 750 FS and 750 FST, both in meeting emissions >>requirements and in>>
providing the power and performance snowmobile enthusiasts seek. These new >>entries position>>
Polaris as an industry leader in developing environmentally friendly sleds, >>and we're proud of>>
the efforts our engineers have put into their creation.">>
- more ->>
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/4>>
About Polaris>>
Information about the complete line of Polaris products apparel and vehicle >>accessories is>>
available from authorized Polaris dealers or from the Polaris homepage at>>
yup....I waited and I got nothing so I'm jumping ship next season....A REV for me, please.
"Matt Mead" <mdmead@DELETETHIScharter.net> wrote in message news:cqpj215n84vu3tids3mqlmk6uno8tv94so@4ax.com...> That's all well and good, but is a year late. This is what they> needed to do last year for the "big anniversary" and this year they> should be building on it.>
It is probably a matter of economics for them, but regardless, this is> what pushed them out of the number one spot: being a day late and a> dollar short.>
Matt> Doo owner> Manta owner>
On Fri, 04 Mar 2005 16:56:28 GMT, "Dave Ward" <d_ward@telus.net>> wrote:>
News Release> >
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE> >
Contacts: Dave Fransen Marlys Knutson> >
Weber Shandwick Polaris Industries> >
(952) 346-6225 (763) 542-0533> >
Largest New Snowmobile Offering In History Kicks Off Next 50 Years> >
At Polaris> >
Five new engines, 15 new sleds to greet dealers at sales meeting in Salt> >Lake City> >
MINNEAPOLIS, February 28, 2005 - Polaris (NYSE: PII), an icon in the> >snowmobile> >
industry since 1954, is blasting into its second half-century by
introducing> >the widest breadth of> >
new products in its snowmobile line in company history. Fifteen new
models> >featuring five allnew> >
engines are highlighting the announcement to dealers at Polaris' annual> >meeting in Salt> >
Lake City this week.> >
Most snowmobile models in the 2006 line are built with the new IQT
Chassis,> >which> >
originally was developed by Polaris for two of its 2005 model year sleds
was met with> >
critical acclaim by industry media and consumers alike. Combined with the> >company's five allnew> >
engines, including two high performance, low-emission four-strokes,
Polaris> >is making a> >
concerted effort to build snowmobiles with more power, lower emissions,> >smoother rides, easier> >
handling and enhanced rider ergonomics.> >
"Last year we promised the IQT Chassis would change the industry, and we> >were right,"> >
said Tom Tiller, president and CEO, Polaris Industries. "This year, we're> >incorporating Polaris'> >
most significant technological advancements into over 60 percent of our> >model line-up.> >
Combining five new power and performance-minded engines with the
innovative> >IQT Chassis> >
will make 2006 the most promising year in our history as a snowmobile> >manufacturer. We're> >
confident the sleds we're unveiling this week to dealers will be met with> >enthusiastic anticipation> >
by riders in every part of the country."> >
- more -> >
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/2> >
IQT Chassis Gets An Upgrade> >
The IQT Chassis, the most-innovative and balanced chassis in the sport of> >
snowmobiling, has been improved significantly for 2006, affecting sleds
several categories -> >
Mountain, Performance, Trail Luxury, Touring and Crossover. The IQ
Chassis> >offers riders a> >
balanced, smooth and stable ride, responsive handling and
industry-leading> >rider ergonomics. It> >
features a lower center of gravity and positions the rider to create a> >centralized mass, optimizing> >
engine output and suspension performance.> >
Polaris' 2006 line-up also offers the Rider SelectT steering system,
crowned> >the snow> >
innovation of the century. With the push of a button, a rider can move
steering post to any of> >
seven positions across a 6" range, allowing the rider to choose the
steering> >position best-suited> >
for the terrain and the desired type of riding experience.> >
Some of the 2006 IQT Chassis improvements include a new, true-tracking,> >composite> >
IQT Ski that can use one or two runners; a redesigned ski spindle for> >improved handling, less> >
"push" in corners and less drag in deep snow; adjustable ski stance on IQ
RMK models; and> >
revised belt pull angle for less belt heat and improved belt life and> >alignment.> >
New Engine Technology Leads The Way> >
The five new engines introduced to Polaris dealers this week illustrate a> >major> >
improvement to the company's already industry-leading product offerings.> >
The Liberty 600 HO attracts performance-minded riders who demand great> >acceleration> >
and top-end power. It produces 19 percent more horsepower at 6,000 RPM
nine percent> >
more horsepower at its peak compared to current competitive 600s.> >
"The new Liberty 600 HO is a significant new development in this year's> >line-up," said> >
Eric Lindquist, general manager, Polaris snowmobile division. "The 600
class> >is the most> >
important from a sales-volume perspective, and our new high output
offering> >and improved> >
horsepower will generate considerable attention from consumers for next
year's> >riding season."> >
The Liberty 700 is a two-cylinder, four-injector, two-stroke engine with
long stroke> >
that produces outstanding torque. It's lightweight, compact and designed
fit low in the IQ> >
Chassis. The 700 generates strong, rider-friendly linear power that comes
smooth all across its> >
broad> >
- more -> >
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/3> >
powerband. The new 700 also delivers excellent fuel economy and is
compliant> >with EPA> >
emissions standards through 2010.> >
The new 2006 Liberty 900 engine has significantly improved calibration
efficient> >
operation, easy starting and better throttle response, more horsepower
fuel economy. It> >
automatically adjusts calibration in response to changes in elevation,> >temperature and other> >
factors. The high-pressure injection system improves atomization of the
fuel> >and helps the> >
Liberty 900 meet EPA emissions standards up to 2010.> >
Two new offerings in the four-stroke category are a potent combination of> >the> >
performance enthusiasts demand and the lowered emissions necessary in> >environmentally> >
sensitive riding areas. The new Polaris 750 four-stroke engines - the FS
the turbocharged> >
FST - deliver great throttle response, low emissions and excellent fuel> >economy.> >
The Bosch multi-port sequential fuel injection system monitors operating> >conditions and> >
adjusts engine calibration automatically in response to changes in> >elevation, temperature and> >
other factors. The engine management system also ensures easy starting
with> >no choke. Each> >
engine has four valves per cylinder and a single overhead cam (SOHC), and> >each is> >
counterbalanced for low vibration. Lightweight and compact, these engines> >fit low in the IQ> >
Chassis to enhance handling and balance.> >
The FST engine has a power-boosting turbocharger that spools up so
quickly> >there's> >
virtually no turbo lag and its intercooler ensures reliable, consistent> >performance. The new> >
Polaris 750 four-stroke engines already meet the EPA's proposed standards> >for model year 2012,> >
and the naturally aspirated FS engine has been certified as Best
Available> >Technology (BAT)> >
and can be used in Yellowstone National Park.> >
"It's vitally important that we continue to improve Polaris' Best
Available> >Technology to> >
ensure our riders will be welcomed wherever they ride," said Lindquist.
"We've> >made great> >
strides with the new 750 FS and 750 FST, both in meeting emissions> >requirements and in> >
providing the power and performance snowmobile enthusiasts seek. These
entries position> >
Polaris as an industry leader in developing environmentally friendly
sleds,> >and we're proud of> >
the efforts our engineers have put into their creation."> >
- more -> >
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/4> >
About Polaris> >
Information about the complete line of Polaris products apparel and
vehicle> >accessories is> >
available from authorized Polaris dealers or from the Polaris homepage at> >
"chet" <chet@epix.net> wrote in message news:8WpWd.1386$dj.230174@news1.epix.net...> Hello Matt>
what is the number one sled now!>
Chet>
Matt Mead wrote:>> That's all well and good, but is a year late. This is what they>> needed to do last year for the "big anniversary" and this year they>> should be building on it. It is probably a matter of economics for them, >> but regardless, this is>> what pushed them out of the number one spot: being a day late and a>> dollar short.>>
Matt>> Doo owner>> Manta owner>>
On Fri, 04 Mar 2005 16:56:28 GMT, "Dave Ward" <d_ward@telus.net>>> wrote:>>
News Release>>>
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE>>>
Contacts: Dave Fransen Marlys Knutson>>>
Weber Shandwick Polaris Industries>>>
(952) 346-6225 (763) 542-0533>>>
Largest New Snowmobile Offering In History Kicks Off Next 50 Years>>>
At Polaris>>>
Five new engines, 15 new sleds to greet dealers at sales meeting in Salt >>>Lake City>>>
MINNEAPOLIS, February 28, 2005 - Polaris (NYSE: PII), an icon in the >>>snowmobile>>>
industry since 1954, is blasting into its second half-century by >>>introducing the widest breadth of>>>
new products in its snowmobile line in company history. Fifteen new >>>models featuring five allnew>>>
engines are highlighting the announcement to dealers at Polaris' annual >>>meeting in Salt>>>
Lake City this week.>>>
Most snowmobile models in the 2006 line are built with the new IQT >>>Chassis, which>>>
originally was developed by Polaris for two of its 2005 model year sleds >>>and was met with>>>
critical acclaim by industry media and consumers alike. Combined with the >>>company's five allnew>>>
engines, including two high performance, low-emission four-strokes, >>>Polaris is making a>>>
concerted effort to build snowmobiles with more power, lower emissions, >>>smoother rides, easier>>>
handling and enhanced rider ergonomics.>>>
"Last year we promised the IQT Chassis would change the industry, and we >>>were right,">>>
said Tom Tiller, president and CEO, Polaris Industries. "This year, we're >>>incorporating Polaris'>>>
most significant technological advancements into over 60 percent of our >>>model line-up.>>>
Combining five new power and performance-minded engines with the >>>innovative IQT Chassis>>>
will make 2006 the most promising year in our history as a snowmobile >>>manufacturer. We're>>>
confident the sleds we're unveiling this week to dealers will be met with >>>enthusiastic anticipation>>>
by riders in every part of the country.">>>
- more ->>>
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/2>>>
IQT Chassis Gets An Upgrade>>>
The IQT Chassis, the most-innovative and balanced chassis in the sport of>>>
snowmobiling, has been improved significantly for 2006, affecting sleds >>>in several categories ->>>
Mountain, Performance, Trail Luxury, Touring and Crossover. The IQ >>>Chassis offers riders a>>>
balanced, smooth and stable ride, responsive handling and >>>industry-leading rider ergonomics. It>>>
features a lower center of gravity and positions the rider to create a >>>centralized mass, optimizing>>>
engine output and suspension performance.>>>
Polaris' 2006 line-up also offers the Rider SelectT steering system, >>>crowned the snow>>>
innovation of the century. With the push of a button, a rider can move >>>the steering post to any of>>>
seven positions across a 6" range, allowing the rider to choose the >>>steering position best-suited>>>
for the terrain and the desired type of riding experience.>>>
Some of the 2006 IQT Chassis improvements include a new, true-tracking, >>>composite>>>
IQT Ski that can use one or two runners; a redesigned ski spindle for >>>improved handling, less>>>
"push" in corners and less drag in deep snow; adjustable ski stance on >>>IQT RMK models; and>>>
revised belt pull angle for less belt heat and improved belt life and >>>alignment.>>>
New Engine Technology Leads The Way>>>
The five new engines introduced to Polaris dealers this week illustrate a >>>major>>>
improvement to the company's already industry-leading product offerings.>>>
The Liberty 600 HO attracts performance-minded riders who demand great >>>acceleration>>>
and top-end power. It produces 19 percent more horsepower at 6,000 RPM >>>and nine percent>>>
more horsepower at its peak compared to current competitive 600s.>>>
"The new Liberty 600 HO is a significant new development in this year's >>>line-up," said>>>
Eric Lindquist, general manager, Polaris snowmobile division. "The 600 >>>class is the most>>>
important from a sales-volume perspective, and our new high output >>>offering and improved>>>
horsepower will generate considerable attention from consumers for next >>>year's riding season.">>>
The Liberty 700 is a two-cylinder, four-injector, two-stroke engine with >>>a long stroke>>>
that produces outstanding torque. It's lightweight, compact and designed >>>to fit low in the IQ>>>
Chassis. The 700 generates strong, rider-friendly linear power that comes >>>on smooth all across its>>>
broad>>>
- more ->>>
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/3>>>
powerband. The new 700 also delivers excellent fuel economy and is >>>compliant with EPA>>>
emissions standards through 2010.>>>
The new 2006 Liberty 900 engine has significantly improved calibration >>>for efficient>>>
operation, easy starting and better throttle response, more horsepower >>>and fuel economy. It>>>
automatically adjusts calibration in response to changes in elevation, >>>temperature and other>>>
factors. The high-pressure injection system improves atomization of the >>>fuel and helps the>>>
Liberty 900 meet EPA emissions standards up to 2010.>>>
Two new offerings in the four-stroke category are a potent combination of >>>the>>>
performance enthusiasts demand and the lowered emissions necessary in >>>environmentally>>>
sensitive riding areas. The new Polaris 750 four-stroke engines - the FS >>>and the turbocharged>>>
FST - deliver great throttle response, low emissions and excellent fuel >>>economy.>>>
The Bosch multi-port sequential fuel injection system monitors operating >>>conditions and>>>
adjusts engine calibration automatically in response to changes in >>>elevation, temperature and>>>
other factors. The engine management system also ensures easy starting >>>with no choke. Each>>>
engine has four valves per cylinder and a single overhead cam (SOHC), and >>>each is>>>
counterbalanced for low vibration. Lightweight and compact, these engines >>>fit low in the IQ>>>
Chassis to enhance handling and balance.>>>
The FST engine has a power-boosting turbocharger that spools up so >>>quickly there's>>>
virtually no turbo lag and its intercooler ensures reliable, consistent >>>performance. The new>>>
Polaris 750 four-stroke engines already meet the EPA's proposed standards >>>for model year 2012,>>>
and the naturally aspirated FS engine has been certified as Best >>>Available Technology (BAT)>>>
and can be used in Yellowstone National Park.>>>
"It's vitally important that we continue to improve Polaris' Best >>>Available Technology to>>>
ensure our riders will be welcomed wherever they ride," said Lindquist. >>>"We've made great>>>
strides with the new 750 FS and 750 FST, both in meeting emissions >>>requirements and in>>>
providing the power and performance snowmobile enthusiasts seek. These >>>new entries position>>>
Polaris as an industry leader in developing environmentally friendly >>>sleds, and we're proud of>>>
the efforts our engineers have put into their creation.">>>
- more ->>>
Largest New Snowmobile Offering/4>>>
About Polaris>>>
Information about the complete line of Polaris products apparel and >>>vehicle accessories is>>>
available from authorized Polaris dealers or from the Polaris homepage at>>>
