No surprise at all. Polaris seems to rush product to market to try and counteract Doo and some of the efforts seem self defeating.

 

You are comparing a 4 stroke to a 2 stroke. Apples and oranges.

 

In a way yes but also no. If you're in the market for a high HP trail sled and are brand loyal to Poo then the boost is your only option. If you're a Doo guy you can choose a 2 or 4 stroke option in this category. If, like me, you're prepared to trade some weight for long term durability then you go with the 900 TurboR.

 

The 850r turbo is light years ahead of the boost. I was trail riding and got 16mpg and wasn't exactly riding slow. But I don't spin out of every corner like some guys I roll into the throttle and leave people in the dust without leaving piles of snow. 850 Polaris used over a gallon more than me on the same ride.

 

When I had my 2 2013 600 E TECs I rode maybe 5000 miles with a friend who had a 2014 600 Indy we both had 120 inch tracks, my MPG seem always around 22 to 24 his Indy 14 to 15 MPG and he used 2 times as much oil Obviously. Now my 900 T130 uses about 1/4 to 1/2 gallon per fillup after 100 miles than both of his 600R again 137 inch track vs 129 Averaging around 18 MPG

 

The 850r turbo is light years ahead of the boost. I was trail riding and got 16mpg and wasn't exactly riding slow. But I don't spin out of every corner like some guys I roll into the throttle and leave people in the dust without leaving piles of snow. 850 Polaris used over a gallon more than me on the same ride.

I'll probably get some hate for this, but if you're getting 16mpg with an 850 Turbo R, you should have saved your money and got an 850 NA or even 600R.

It most definitely is a fair comparison.

Both 180hp turbo trail sleds.

By what measure? Sure they're both trail sleds, but one is 2 stroke and the other is a 4 stroke. I think they're a good general comparison if you're considering buying a new sled but as two buddies comparing their MPG when fueling up, saying a Polaris 2 stroke is poorly engineered because it gets worse fuel economy than a skidoo 4 stroke is not a fair statement at all. It's like saying the Polaris guy called the 4S Skidoo poorly engineered because it weighs so much. Sure the Polaris is lighter, but its not a fair comparison to a 4 stroke

Personal opinion of course

 

It's like saying the Polaris guy calling the 4S Skidoo poorly engineered because it weighs so much. Sure the Polaris is lighter, but its not a fair comparison to a 4 stroke

I agree 100%. And honestly speaking, the headline of this thread is somewhat mis-leading. I was looking forward to reading which sled was the fastest sled going all balls down a twisty trail.

So, which sled is fastest down the twisty trail...?

 

We calculated his mpg over 3 fuel stops @ 9.2 to 10.3 mpg (US gallons),

He must have been having a lot of fun!

 

Dixie, Like I said it was trail riding and I was pretty shocked myself. You couldn't keep up with me In your dreams when I ride fast. These where tight trails through the woods. But anytime you wanna try let me know there wind bag.

 

I’ll make it easy, I forefeit. You win!

besides, it would probably be an endurance race. You would putter by me after I ran out of gas lol

 

Normal riding we usually do if I average 10 it's a miracle. I had a 600r xrs competition and got 6.2 riding one night. We ditch bang and ride pretty hard. One guy was riding a 62 HP ski Doo 600 4 stroke 😆

 

It will take a Ski Doo 900R a long run to catch a Polaris 850 N/A. The Boost leaves the 4 stroke Doo and never looks back. Don't be fooled by racing a Boost fresh out of the box with no miles on them. They wake up big time with 4-500 miles on them. The Boost handles the fastest sled in Doo's portfolio also. The Comp 850 Turbo.

 

That’s the difference between internet videos & the real world. The 2025 Boost discussed here has 3500 kms on it, and cannot catch my stock 900R on a top speed run - and I’m heavier. I thought maybe he wasn’t making his rpms, but it is. The Boost is rather unimpressive, not to mention it’s junky build quality. Don’t be fooled by the Snowtrax Polaris fanboy kool-aid; actually run with one.

 

My buddy owns a 23 Boost and a 24 900R. He says that the Boost just walks away from the 900R on the lake. He uses the Boost for lake running and the 900R for saddle bag trips.

 

Not what we saw on the weekend. It is a Mach with the lower track etc., but was still surprised. Both to the bar, same surface, stock Mach was pulling away. They say the Boost needs clutching; no idea, as he was making his revs.

 

If my 850 turbo R's rev much over 8200, they're S L O W. BOKMAN knows what he's talking about.

 

lol Regardless, stock Boost, stock Mach. They’re close, but on a top speed run, the Mach has the edge. Can’t get much more real world than side by side on identical surface.

Guess I’ll have to look for “faster” Boosts. Lol

As I said, a most unimpressive sled. I rode it and it handles ok, good brake. But build quality, fit/finish, overall lack of engineering & quality are all typical Polaris.

 

My xc850 is always dead even with my friend’s Mach going down the lake. Where his ride shines is with the electronic suspension.

 

He means rushed to market and skipping steps in development.

 

That's still pretty vague. What steps were skipped? In what areas? I'm looking at a Polaris and would like some insight.

 

In reality a turbo two stroke trail sled is not the best idea. Steep and deep, ok, those owners are used to shorter engine life spans. Polaris build quality is still a notch below Doo. Has been for quite some time.

 

No GPS / phone max speed snapshots, or data for any of this talk?

Everyone has the ability to compare the top ends and time to top end with the phone in their pocket........anyone? Here is a good way also, this is from 2005 just studs and clutch detailing...how fast are these turbo charged 2025's really? 🍿

 

No GPS / phone max speed snapshots, or data for any of this talk?

Everyone has the ability to compare the top ends and time to top end with the phone in their pocket........anyone? Here is a good way also, this is from 2005 just studs and clutch detailing...how fast are these turbo charged 2025's really? 🍿

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That's impressive! I had a new 2005 Mach Z that Billy Howard waved his magic wand over. It was a fast sled with great top end. It was terrible on rough trails though.

 

That’s the difference between internet videos & the real world. The 2025 Boost discussed here has 3500 kms on it, and cannot catch my stock 900R on a top speed run - and I’m heavier. I thought maybe he wasn’t making his rpms, but it is. The Boost is rather unimpressive, not to mention it’s junky build quality. Don’t be fooled by the Snowtrax Polaris fanboy kool-aid; actually run with one.

But, Ski Doo bulkheads are so

That’s the difference between internet videos & the real world. The 2025 Boost discussed here has 3500 kms on it, and cannot catch my stock 900R on a top speed run - and I’m heavier. I thought maybe he wasn’t making his rpms, but it is. The Boost is rather unimpressive, not to mention it’s junky build quality. Don’t be fooled by the Snowtrax Polaris fanboy kool-aid; actually run with one.

Junky quality ? Funny how Ski Doo bulkheads are reliable, that an aftermarket company has been making money for years, by producing reinforcements to correct what Ski Doo engineers should have done when they designed their sleds.

 

But, Ski Doo bulkheads are so

Junky quality ? Funny how Ski Doo bulkheads are reliable, that an aftermarket company has been making money for years, by producing reinforcements to correct what Ski Doo engineers should have done when they designed their sleds.

Nothing to correct. Do they fail in front end collisions? Yes, like any sled. And those reinforcements are a bad idea because they impart the collision forces into the engine module -much more work to replace. Dumb idea, but if a vendor can convince people they need them, more power to ‘em!!

And yes, the Polaris sleds have a disposable quality to them.

 

That’s the difference between internet videos & the real world. The 2025 Boost discussed here has 3500 kms on it, and cannot catch my stock 900R on a top speed run - and I’m heavier. I thought maybe he wasn’t making his rpms, but it is. The Boost is rather unimpressive, not to mention it’s junky build quality. Don’t be fooled by the Snowtrax Polaris fanboy kool-aid; actually run with one.

But, Ski Doo bulkheads are so

Junky quality ? Funny how Ski Doo bulkheads are so reliable, that an aftermarket company has been making money for years, by producing reinforcements to correct what Ski Doo engineers should have done when they designed their sleds.