What it's like to drive the all-ELECTRIC Polaris RANGER XP Kinetic!

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  • Опубліковано 30 жов 2024

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  • @DoubleCTech
    @DoubleCTech 2 роки тому +10

    One of the reasons I want my next vehicle to be an electric pickup is to go off-roading while still hearing nature. It just sounds so peaceful and fun!

  • @charlesolrich5898
    @charlesolrich5898 Рік тому +1

    That intro in the first 5 seconds; that is what I’ve been looking for. I want something quite when I’m going through the deer woods!! My only concern is it’s ability to handle mud and water, and then the pressure washer after riding. It gets pretty wet in my area during hunting season, I have not had a season yet that didn’t require going through at least a few water/mud holes. Nothing extremely deep, but water and electricity…..

    • @ChitFromChinola
      @ChitFromChinola Рік тому

      It’s much easier to seal up an electric motor than a gas engine.

    • @thegreatone11
      @thegreatone11 Місяць тому

      The water from rain puts it in shut down mode

  • @trevorkenny
    @trevorkenny 2 роки тому +3

    These things look so fun.

  • @therealcdnuser
    @therealcdnuser 2 роки тому +15

    There is something to be said about quietly moving through the bush without disturbing wildlife. Especially if you are hunting.

    • @brianmck7363
      @brianmck7363 2 роки тому +1

      Definitely a lot quieter, I have an electric bike and other than a little winding sound you can’t hear it until I’m almost right up on yo

    • @brianmck7363
      @brianmck7363 2 роки тому +2

      How many more advantages do you need when hunting a helpless deer ?? It’s funny they call hunting a sport, but the other side doesn’t know it’s even playing??

    • @therealcdnuser
      @therealcdnuser 2 роки тому +2

      @@brianmck7363 in northern canada your options for food are hunting and fishing. We don’t have a grocery store close by (only by float plane)
      The deer lived a long happy live apposed to your caged mistreated beef. We make use of everything from the animal. It was humanly killed and will feed a family of 4 for months. How much waste did you create at your local star bucks or McDs?

    • @brianmck7363
      @brianmck7363 2 роки тому

      @@therealcdnuser No sense of humor in Northern Canada I see!!!

    • @therealcdnuser
      @therealcdnuser 2 роки тому

      @@brianmck7363 too many crazy people to know whats a joke anymore

  • @NewZeroland
    @NewZeroland 2 роки тому +3

    That looks so fun!!!

  • @jordanknoll2864
    @jordanknoll2864 Рік тому +1

    Man this would be sick to have for an off grid homestead with a solar setup.

  • @dlbuffmovie
    @dlbuffmovie 2 роки тому +7

    I have been wondering, for at LEAST ten years, why don't these exist?!?! I literally broke down and got our first side by just over a year ago, and it is gas powered. (Follow up question though, did they talk about plowing snow with one of these? That is our biggest use of ours.)

    • @Anthony-qq2ue
      @Anthony-qq2ue Рік тому

      Polaris did significant snow testing including plowing. It's great.
      In my experience with the old ranger ev (8 12v marine batteries not lithium) I can plow 6 inch deep heavy snow very easily. However it will only last about 5 miles doing that.

  • @philipc239
    @philipc239 2 роки тому +1

    Can't wait to get one! 👍😀❤

  • @dunningkruger106
    @dunningkruger106 2 роки тому +2

    Any idea if the xp kinetic will support any type of V2L (Vehicle to Load)? It could be neat to use the vehicle as a backup energy source if power goes out.

  • @S2kBPRIME
    @S2kBPRIME 2 роки тому +3

    I need this.

  • @jimdowns2255
    @jimdowns2255 2 роки тому

    Electrek has all the fun.

  • @sherpa972
    @sherpa972 2 роки тому +1

    They need to get the price down to where the ICE versions are (or less), priced one out here in Canada, $50K all in with a few accessories and tax. Web site has sold out.

  • @usmcmma
    @usmcmma Рік тому

    I have a 19 HL crew on 35's with a 6" lift and 6" portals. I use it strictly for hunting. I do ride in wet areas. How will this handle water? I would love the quiet ride!

  • @jasonmccrystle8955
    @jasonmccrystle8955 Рік тому

    Hello, will this machine start on an incline from a parked situation? Will the parking brake hold and release as the accelerator is depressed similar to a golf cart or do you need to two foot it? Does it have hill hold control? Thanks

  • @carriebartkowiak
    @carriebartkowiak 2 роки тому +1

    Ahh! Little drone buddy got stuck! lol. This thing looks like so much fun. It looks tall for its wheelbase; is it tippy?

    • @EbikeSchool
      @EbikeSchool Рік тому +1

      I had to try really hard to get two wheels in the air on turns. The low mounted dual battery packs make it stable and hard to tip.

  • @juantana7
    @juantana7 Рік тому

    Can you charge with 110 or is it 220 only charging?

  • @ramcharger9146
    @ramcharger9146 2 роки тому +1

    And reverse is rough on all Polarises if that has a belt drive in it it's going to be the same as most Polarises with the jerkiness of the rivers

    • @johnt5222
      @johnt5222 2 роки тому +3

      EVs normally are direct drive. Not transmission.

    • @sherpa972
      @sherpa972 2 роки тому

      Hard to find what the drivetrain really is, did they ditch those CVT clutches. Should be smooth with shaft drive - Transmission: Gates synchronous belt w/ high/low range, reverse (electronic forward/reverse), parking; shaft-driven

  • @danoberste8146
    @danoberste8146 2 роки тому +1

    Chicken houses have electricity. 😆

  • @morganrody67
    @morganrody67 Рік тому

    Fantastic and great for some use-cases. While not for the "let's ride for hours to the middle of the forest" crowd, it's great for farm or use around the property people for sure. Be great to 4x4 in peace and quiet for a change. Didn't mention charger type though? Is it CCS like a car? Could I use my tesla charger for example?

    • @ChitFromChinola
      @ChitFromChinola Рік тому

      You can plug into 110 volt wall plug or 240 volt. Details are on the website.

  • @froggygamer1716
    @froggygamer1716 Рік тому

    Not sure how the new polaris batteries are but i have a 2016 ranger ev and the batteries suck ass. They are led acid so you have to keep filling the acid in them so they dont burn up and even if you take care of them they only last about 3 to 5 years and its about $4,000 to get the dealer to put new batteries in

    • @ChitFromChinola
      @ChitFromChinola Рік тому

      New ones are lithium-ion. From Zero motorcycles.

  • @nitrodoc
    @nitrodoc 2 роки тому +1

    Well, I actually do need more range than that. We routinely go 100-150 miles per day when we are out trail riding. Not to mention that when we are out on the trails in remote places, where are we supposed to charge the battery?

    • @brianmck7363
      @brianmck7363 2 роки тому

      He’s right tho most people this would be plenty of range or you can get a really long extension cord 😮

    • @leathlizer5160
      @leathlizer5160 2 роки тому

      Generators

    • @fpartidafpartida
      @fpartidafpartida 2 роки тому

      Sounds like this 1st go won’t meet your specific use case. That’s a good thing though, since they’re completely sold out. Sounds like it does satisfy quite of few other people’s needs. Hopefully but the time they release a trail riding version for ya, the’ll be able to ramp up production.

    • @dmmuncie
      @dmmuncie 2 роки тому +1

      Sold out isn't the right word..this is another case of a genuine supply issue. I agree, MOST people overestimate how many miles/hours they ride. But luckily for you Tim, there's plenty of gassers available!!

    • @omgnothingisavl
      @omgnothingisavl Рік тому

      Any RV plug probably with future adaptors.

  • @troothhertz6297
    @troothhertz6297 Рік тому

    These have very noisy gas engins. , which put me off. Also being an explorer i have solar etc on my caravan and big battries.. so i am definitely going to be watching this in future.. its more affordable to

  • @kevmack101
    @kevmack101 2 роки тому +1

    Great ride but because of lack of competition its to expensive

  • @Chobaca
    @Chobaca 2 роки тому

    Was that master chief?

  • @chadfaulkner3600
    @chadfaulkner3600 2 роки тому

    You could mount a big solar panel on the roof and one on the hood n never buy gas again

  • @_MrTV
    @_MrTV 2 роки тому +3

    I just don't understand why they are sooo expensive

    • @ashtontechhelp
      @ashtontechhelp 2 роки тому +1

      You want to make a vehicle that will take this sort of punishment? With a lithium battery? That will cost you.

    • @molsondry2834
      @molsondry2834 2 роки тому

      The gas version is almost as expensive. Gas side by side can easely go for 45 k canadian with the options.

    • @dmmuncie
      @dmmuncie 2 роки тому

      Gotta pay to play! It's not a cheap hobby and it's certainly not for everyone. 🖤

  • @subthousandoaks
    @subthousandoaks 2 роки тому

    👍 ty

  • @robertkribs9513
    @robertkribs9513 2 роки тому +2

    Micah wishes he had more time to play!! Pure greed!

  • @PuertoRicoCoralation
    @PuertoRicoCoralation Рік тому

    Do you have to wear a helmet?

  • @brianmck7363
    @brianmck7363 2 роки тому

    I can only imagine how much they cost with a giant lithium battery in it???

    • @ashtontechhelp
      @ashtontechhelp 2 роки тому +2

      You don't need to imagine. You need only watch the video all the way through.

    • @brianmck7363
      @brianmck7363 2 роки тому

      @@ashtontechhelp you could have just told me!!!🤬

    • @2Evil2Hope
      @2Evil2Hope 2 роки тому

      @@brianmck7363 It costs hundreds of dollars.

  • @randyberetta6277
    @randyberetta6277 2 роки тому

    😳You can keep your flash light 4×4.!!! Yall must love joe.!!! 🤔

    • @EbikeSchool
      @EbikeSchool 2 роки тому +1

      lol, head so buried in the sand that the most powerful UTV on the market is a flashlight to him. Have fun with your weak gas toys!

    • @fpartidafpartida
      @fpartidafpartida 2 роки тому +2

      How un-American do you have to be to not support and American manufacturer based in the heartland of the Midwest? This is a great differentiator from the competition like Honda, Kawasaki and Yamaha. Glad to hear Polaris sold out of all of these already and I hope they sell out of next year’s models as well. Go American made 🇺🇸 🤟!! It’s really sad to see how Fox News oil money has turned some people into non-thinking sheep.

    • @ChitFromChinola
      @ChitFromChinola Рік тому

      American innovation. Made in Minnesota. Dig it.

  • @thegreatone11
    @thegreatone11 Місяць тому

    How much did you get paid? You're basically a commercial . You know that right?

  • @lawrencerasmus
    @lawrencerasmus 2 роки тому +3

    I rode 550 miles of the piute trail and did the Rubicon trail , wouldn't work for me

    • @Electrek
      @Electrek  2 роки тому +16

      lol these are my favorite arguments. Like if someone would never buy a sedan because a few years ago they moved a couch once.

    • @lawrencerasmus
      @lawrencerasmus 2 роки тому +1

      Ok than spend your $20,000 to ride 4 miles 🤪

    • @fpartidafpartida
      @fpartidafpartida 2 роки тому

      @@lawrencerasmus Your range fact is off by a factor of 10X. Par for most of your facts?

    • @nate8251
      @nate8251 Рік тому

      @@Electrek
      But ifyou only use you daily driver over your maximum range a handful of times a year, your vehicle is still worthless in those a handful of times a year. Learned this the hard way, needing to tow a 4k lbs utility trailer through the mountains a few times a year.
      No different with this. I also learned my lesson the hard way with my electric snowblower in Buffalo, have to recharge 3 or 4 time to do driveway. Your argument people don't use their machine hard enough to deplete the range is simply false.
      Tell me you never worked on a farm without telling me you never worked on a farm...

  • @BikerForJustice
    @BikerForJustice 2 роки тому +2

    I’m sorry , great idea but STOP defending a $20,000 vehicle that goes 40 miles !!!! Keep in mind outside of perfect conditions (terrain , hot weather , cold weather your range drastically drops)
    What a complete joke

    • @dmmuncie
      @dmmuncie 2 роки тому

      Lol 20,000....that's cute.

  • @ramcharger9146
    @ramcharger9146 2 роки тому +2

    That's ass I ride 100 miles every trip that's ass