Mine caught on fire. Cause of fire was the ignition computer. Seems that there was a bad ground from factory. Luckily I carry a fire extinguisher so just make sure you have a fire extinguisher 🧯 handy when you purchase a Polaris.
Thanks for sharing. That’s the first rzr 170 I’ve heard catching fire. That’s pretty scary with kids being involved. We do carry an fire extinguisher on our machines but this is definitely something to watch out for.
That's one heck of a marketing ploy lol. Good to know tho. I'll probably mount one on there. Did yours ever make like a ball sack slapping noise? I have a Polaris 500 sportsman that I can't figure out where the ball sack slapping noise is coming from. Does it when idling.
I couldn't edit my post but I wanted to update, that recall that I linked is for fuel tank neck cracking. But if you investigate the forums you'll see that a lot of owners had grounding issues along with ignition failures. Hope this helps. Stay safe.👍🏼
Looks like the new RZR 200 EFI took care of all these issues!!!! Huge update and I am very excited to get one for my kids!!! Great video and thanks for doing it!
Thank you for sharing your input nice video. Why is it every time I want to buy a Polaris product feeling good to buy American I see from real time customers that the engineering from Polaris is a joke. Its like they develop these things on a computer then figure it out through trial and error from customer feedback. When in reality they should testing these products before they hit the show room floor. Just look at their ATVs and their steering knuckles, their frame braces coming apart, EPS failure recall, heat shields and vibration etc... I was Honda guy for many years then now wanting something different so now im riding can ams. Looking for couple small units for the kids this was my first video.
when i had my polaris highlifter i was at first like okay polaris then i dropped it in some mud and well.....I HATED IT i sad screw this im going back to honda
I put the links to the doors & harnesses you asked about. To install harnesses you will need the harness bar also where the harnesses fit properly. Thank you for watching & let me know if you have any other questions. - Rzr 170 doors: www.trailkings.com/collections/rzr-170/products/polaris-rzr-170-doors-driver-and-passenger - Rzr 170 Harness: amzn.to/3gAhJcI - Rzr 170 harness bar: www.trailkings.com/collections/rzr-170/products/polaris-rzr-170-steel-harness-restraint-bar
We started our kids on the rzr 170 at 8yrs old. They are 10 now & drive it like a pro. That’s a tough dilemma you’re in. It depends on your kids ability. My kids started in atv’s at 5.5yrs old & took to the rzr 170 easy. If your kids don’t have much experience then I would lien towards getting the rzr 170. If they have a lot experience then it might be worth waiting. Hope this helps in your decision making.
I recommend any sxs has 4 point harnesses. Had em in my yamaha and hardly even got bruised after a roll over. If I had the factory automobile style 3 point seat belts I know we would have gotten beat up in that... probably broken collar bone from impacting on one shoulder. Nope... upgrade those seat belts!
The Ranger 150 has much more leg room. We have done videos coming out soon in the next few months. We also have a rzr 200 coming soon but I haven’t seen how room those are. Once we get it, we will do some comparison videos.
Our youngest son just wanted to be in the video but the older boy meets all the requirements to drive that machine. We appreciate you watching our video.
Every vehicle has their issues, but making memories and putting a smile on your kids faces is priceless!
I’m getting ready to buy one later this year. Great video. Thanks for sharing your insights and upgrades.
You’re welcome. They can be fun for sure.
I had the EXACT same problem with the chain slapping and making that racket and it eventually broke that arm so I’m glad to know to tighten my chain
For sure, it’s been a learning process. Thanks for watching the video.
Was it Like a ball sack slapping noise or something else?
Something similar to that. It’s a very noticeable sound.
Mine caught on fire. Cause of fire was the ignition computer. Seems that there was a bad ground from factory. Luckily I carry a fire extinguisher so just make sure you have a fire extinguisher 🧯 handy when you purchase a Polaris.
Thanks for sharing. That’s the first rzr 170 I’ve heard catching fire. That’s pretty scary with kids being involved.
We do carry an fire extinguisher on our machines but this is definitely something to watch out for.
That's one heck of a marketing ploy lol. Good to know tho. I'll probably mount one on there. Did yours ever make like a ball sack slapping noise?
I have a Polaris 500 sportsman that I can't figure out where the ball sack slapping noise is coming from. Does it when idling.
That might be your clutch weights if it’s doing it at idle.
I couldn't edit my post but I wanted to update, that recall that I linked is for fuel tank neck cracking. But if you investigate the forums you'll see that a lot of owners had grounding issues along with ignition failures. Hope this helps. Stay safe.👍🏼
Great idea
Thx for the info because I am going to get one this week and this 5 things make it easier for my dad to figure things out :D
You’re welcome and Thank you for watching. We do have more Rzr 170 content coming. It will be things we have learned & hopeful be helpful to others.
Looks like the new RZR 200 EFI took care of all these issues!!!! Huge update and I am very excited to get one for my kids!!!
Great video and thanks for doing it!
You’re welcome. We have one order as well and definitely be able to confirm if these issues are resolved. Thank you for watching.
Only problem is steering turns way to much more small kids
Thanks for passing the information on 👍🏻
You’re welcome.
Thank you for sharing your input nice video. Why is it every time I want to buy a Polaris product feeling good to buy American I see from real time customers that the engineering from Polaris is a joke. Its like they develop these things on a computer then figure it out through trial and error from customer feedback. When in reality they should testing these products before they hit the show room floor. Just look at their ATVs and their steering knuckles, their frame braces coming apart, EPS failure recall, heat shields and vibration etc... I was Honda guy for many years then now wanting something different so now im riding can ams. Looking for couple small units for the kids this was my first video.
You’re welcome. We hope to have 2 more Rzr 170 videos published in the next few months. Thank you for watching.
when i had my polaris highlifter i was at first like okay polaris then i dropped it in some mud and well.....I HATED IT i sad screw this im going back to honda
Honda has been come out with some nice stuff over the last 2 yrs. that talon looks sweetie. What is your current machine?
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Great Tips. Thanks for the video
You’re welcome. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for sharing this info!!
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Thx for tellin me this information before getting it
You’re welcome
Ours coming in this week. Great vid.
Thank you.
Im on a budget and need to rebuild my Rzr 170 engine can you help with any advice?
Just bought a 2018 RZR 170. Did Polaris ever fix the swing arm issue? If so what years were fixed? Just want to know what to keep an eye on.
Awesome lil machine for kids ..🤟♥️
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Great video thank you for making it
You’re welcome. Thank you for watching. In the next few months I’ll be making a 2 additional Rzr 170 educational videos like this one.
Great video bud! Thanks
Thank you. We appreciate you watching.
Thanks for the tips
You’re welcome.
Very informative
Thank you for watching. 👍🏼
Thanks
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What doors and harness did you purchase for the 170 I’d like to upgrade my sons
I put the links to the doors & harnesses you asked about. To install harnesses you will need the harness bar also where the harnesses fit properly. Thank you for watching & let me know if you have any other questions.
- Rzr 170 doors: www.trailkings.com/collections/rzr-170/products/polaris-rzr-170-doors-driver-and-passenger
- Rzr 170 Harness: amzn.to/3gAhJcI
- Rzr 170 harness bar: www.trailkings.com/collections/rzr-170/products/polaris-rzr-170-steel-harness-restraint-bar
@@trailkings just got a 2022 rzr 200. Do you think the harness and harness bar will fit this one.
The Rzr 170 bar will not work but I’ll find the one we are using & post it here.
What age are your kids? I have a 9 year old and 12 year old and I am torn on which route to go. The 170 or wait another year or so and look at a 570?
We started our kids on the rzr 170 at 8yrs old. They are 10 now & drive it like a pro.
That’s a tough dilemma you’re in. It depends on your kids ability. My kids started in atv’s at 5.5yrs old & took to the rzr 170 easy. If your kids don’t have much experience then I would lien towards getting the rzr 170. If they have a lot experience then it might be worth waiting. Hope this helps in your decision making.
My razors went through two throttle cables
Dang that stinks. What year is your machine?
2013
Thank you for sharing. I didn’t realize that was an issue on that year.
Ariana Grande had it for 6 months
Could a 6 foot tall kid fit in this?
In my opinion, Not comfortable.
My wife has driven the Rzr 170 for me when I needed her to move it and it was a tight fit for her and she is not 6ft.
Thanks!
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I recommend any sxs has 4 point harnesses. Had em in my yamaha and hardly even got bruised after a roll over. If I had the factory automobile style 3 point seat belts I know we would have gotten beat up in that... probably broken collar bone from impacting on one shoulder. Nope... upgrade those seat belts!
Thanks for sharing. I hope everyone see’s the importance of them like we do.
Will it fit 12year olds
It depends how big your 12 yr old is. Our boys are 11 now & they would fit but sometimes one of them hit his knee is rough terrain.
Ok thanks what would you recommend if they have outgrown the 170
The Ranger 150 has much more leg room. We have done videos coming out soon in the next few months. We also have a rzr 200 coming soon but I haven’t seen how room those are. Once we get it, we will do some comparison videos.
Ok thank you very much
I just wanted to ask would the ssr 170 be a better fit
You need to be 10 or older to drive they look young
Our youngest son just wanted to be in the video but the older boy meets all the requirements to drive that machine. We appreciate you watching our video.
Your kids my be bad at driving
Thank you for the feedback.
Looked at this unit years ago. Walked away, garbage.
It definitely has it flaws like most machines. We appreciate you watching the video.