I got the 2018 X3 xrs in orange last year and only got to put 47 miles on it. Love it, but hoped I would be able to play with it more. I still like buying upgrades for it anyway.
Hey Brandon The biggest improved we did to see better and be more comfortable was adding DFR seats ,put the aluminum spacers under the rear seat mount and the front mount in the bottom hole.
The forward visibility was my only complaint with the x3. For tighter riding and crawling the rzr is tough to beat but the power of that x3 is awesome and super comfortable in the dunes and desert.
Looks great, but I bet belt life in the rocks would be short, it really needs a extra low range. There is too much belt slip IMO, that's going to eat a groove in the bottom of the primary over time
+joe hartley actually the belt engagement was fine I accidentally had it in sport and it makes the throttle really jumpy. you just need to put it in Eco and it's smooth.👍
I was actually amazed at just how low the gearing is in low on the x3. One of the main reasons I was so nervous to purchase one. I ride a lot of tight trails and crawl a lot. But it will seriously go at a walking pace with no problems what so ever.
Hope to see a comparison video thru this section with the new RZR, I really want to hear what you think as far as visibility and performance I’m wondering if the longer wheelbase of the CanAm would be an advantage in the rocks or not. You’ve got more weight on the front end for hill climbing but less ground clearance. Really value your thoughts, hope you get out there soon.
Tim Delbruegge I'm not sure but my guess would be that the gearing is the exact same as the XRS it's definitely just as fast in the wide open and the low range felt the same to me
The RZR is better for this type of riding. The Maverick is good for flat-out woops but its seating is so relaxed that you can't see whats in front of you. That's why the RZR is more up right
+tonystreks yes I need to get out and do some more crawling next week is preparation for the Baja 1000 after that hopefully will get to Moab thanks for watching
James Kempf James I doubt you will miss the horsepower if you do a lot of sand dunes and desert like me you notice the power but in the mountains or rock crawling then power doesn't really matter the smaller xrc looks pretty awesome to me.
I know the can am atvs clunck but this also why?? isn't it make for whips and hard terrain going fast. do u hear clunks when going off roading and in genaral ...ohh how i wish this machine was made by yamaha...
theninja001 the Gering is actually not that bad I had it in sport mode so the throttle is really jumpy and the other big problem is I just didn't know what was in front of me on the video you can't really tell but in the cab you just cannot see in front of the car.
Maybe we’ll find out if it actually crawls if he ever gets it out of the parking lot. Sorry to bust your chops but most people don’t start rock crawling by going out and buying a brand new $30k RTR crawler. Most start with a stock rig with open diffs. And gradually mod rig as skill improves. By the way, real rocks move around on you.
I am sure someone.has already said this or maybe you have figure it out But you seriously need to disconnect the rear sway bar. Let that thing flex In this video you aren’t using much of you suspension
And right there at the 2 minute 50 sec mark is why off road bevs are coming! complete with phone app remote control you can stand from where you're camera man is and slowly navigate every inch without getting it stuck ;)
Love it :D Going all technical though, it feels like the CVT belt is slightly too loose? It just seems more snatch than just the throttle use could cause? Like it grabs drive at 1500rpm?
+teamidris it actually really wasn't too bad I accidentally left the machine and sport mode and it makes the throttle super jumpy so it's more my driving I was being really cautious and I couldn't see out the front very well👍
My truck is the same on vision. I should get a camera on the front :o) (probably not a bad idea) I've just been messing with my Diablo ATV because it had that old Polaris problem where the belt drag held it in gear. I added washers to pretend I had a stronger spring and moved the gearbox further from the engine. I was super pleased with the result :o)
Nice vid and editing Brandon. Love your X3 and hoping to trade my outlander for one. How are you liking the X3? Are there any pros and cons of owning one because I’m VERY interested in buying one.👍👍 Love the vid Brandon and hope this channel keeps on growing👍👍
+Off-Road Edition hey thanks man I appreciate all the support. I love the X3 and I've had just about every side by side you can imagine it is by far the funnest most well-built best side by side out today there's very few cons and there's a lot of Pros it just seems like it does everything good. maybe one, is that it's a little expensive lol.👍
Am stuck in Memphis Tn with an x3 xrc turbo s on order watching videos on UA-cam of people that already have had them for weeks I ordered it 9-20-17 it's not going to get here until January called customer service and they tell me that everyone else will be dirty and scratched up and that mine will be brand new just please get me my x3 xrc turbo s hahahaha am going crazy lol 😂
Looks like like a struggle to keep that belt engaged? Is there a difference in the clutch or gearing from the XRS? It took me a while to get the hang of crawling with my X3 XRS. Holding RPM's just right for smooth crawling is a skill. When I put a beginner behind the wheel in a crawling obstacle I am reminded of the differences from a transmission to a belt. Was thinking about adding a front locker but wonder if I could be left wanting. Recently did Poison spider trail and understand more than ever why the XRC is the ultimate machine.
You need to work on your driving, your belt isn't going to last long. Are you humping the gas pedal???? Put it in low and Eco mode if you're struggling that bad.
stang1970 it was in low I did forget to put it in eco but the biggest thing is I just couldn't see and so I was being extra careful with the throttle and it was super touchy thanks for the comment
I've added a camera on the front and rear. Also picking your lines sooner helps. It's tuff seeing the front on most side by side I've rode. My wife scraped one side of ours the second time out. Lol. Nice video
Three things, the first being bro you in the desert and your wearing a sweatshirt and gloves? Second thing, next time you rock crawl put it in low hearing that engine flair up and watching you bounce back and fourth was almost unbearable.
+Jake Arnold what's wrong with wearing a sweatshirt and gloves in the desert it was cold. second of all it was in low. I had to suspension super soft and I left it in sport mode so it made it a little touchy. thanks for the comment.👍
MrHenkiRoblox yes it totally can I was being kind of a wuss. I didn't want to scratch it up and I wasn't used to it. but the traction is unbelievable it's going to be unstoppable should be able to go just about anywhere
I guess that's what you say when all you can do in your free time is flying some stupid toy helicopters ... Nice video Brandon, don't mind them keyboard warriors out there.
Either That Can Am sucks balls or the driver doesn't know how to crawl. Looks to me like The Can Am has some issues engaging smoothly in low range. I'll stick with my Matte Gold LE RZR. That thing eats rocks for breakfast. - ua-cam.com/video/6WE_rbYf1FI/v-deo.html - ua-cam.com/video/9kCAa7EnIWs/v-deo.html
+AV8R Tom Tom thanks for the comment. it was my shity driving I had my suspensions set very soft from just cruising through the desert an hour before and I had the throttle set on sport which makes it very jumpy. and it was my first day riding in the machine. Definitely nothing wrong with an RZR but if you get a chance go take a spin and xrc I think you would be impressed👍
I got the 2018 X3 xrs in orange last year and only got to put 47 miles on it. Love it, but hoped I would be able to play with it more. I still like buying upgrades for it anyway.
You got to get out and ride that thing man. there so much fun😎👍
Thanks for the videos. I really enjoy watching them just before crashing for the night most nights.
Hey Brandon
The biggest improved we did to see better and be more comfortable was adding DFR seats ,put the aluminum spacers under the rear seat mount and the front mount in the bottom hole.
The forward visibility was my only complaint with the x3. For tighter riding and crawling the rzr is tough to beat but the power of that x3 is awesome and super comfortable in the dunes and desert.
You won't be running with us until you practice some more.
If you're have trouble seeing, get the 2" seat riser kit.
ua-cam.com/video/En50l_XvoeA/v-deo.html
Absolutely brutal to watch. Keep practicing!
You may need an aftermarket front camera with the screen to see what is in front if you like the Ford Raptor has stock.
Yeah that would be cool I know Can-Am just came out with an accessory camera that uses the rear view mirror😎👍
Looks great, but I bet belt life in the rocks would be short, it really needs a extra low range. There is too much belt slip IMO, that's going to eat a groove in the bottom of the primary over time
+joe hartley actually the belt engagement was fine I accidentally had it in sport and it makes the throttle really jumpy. you just need to put it in Eco and it's smooth.👍
Thanks for the reply, I have my XRC on order, I should get it this month, looks like a solid machine.
+joe hartley you're welcome man. you're going to love it👍
I was actually amazed at just how low the gearing is in low on the x3. One of the main reasons I was so nervous to purchase one. I ride a lot of tight trails and crawl a lot. But it will seriously go at a walking pace with no problems what so ever.
Also I would consider putting the XMR intake system on so that your belt can breath better.
I'm going to put an S&B particle separator on my new 2020😎👍
Hope to see a comparison video thru this section with the new RZR, I really want to hear what you think as far as visibility and performance I’m wondering if the longer wheelbase of the CanAm would be an advantage in the rocks or not. You’ve got more weight on the front end for hill climbing but less ground clearance. Really value your thoughts, hope you get out there soon.
Check out these videos
ua-cam.com/video/lnbWCBHXhA0/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/Em1I30VEWu8/v-deo.html
Really appreciate you use in your hand a.m. X3RSRC so we can see what it does thanks
+Sal Messina you're welcome and thanks for watching my videos👍
does the x3 xrc r with the gear reduction for crawling do you still get the 80 plus top speed ? or is it lowered
Tim Delbruegge I'm not sure but my guess would be that the gearing is the exact same as the XRS it's definitely just as fast in the wide open and the low range felt the same to me
That’s why I recommend the maverick sport RC
The RZR is better for this type of riding. The Maverick is good for flat-out woops but its seating is so relaxed that you can't see whats in front of you. That's why the RZR is more up right
Hey Brandon! Lovin’ your videos. Keep up the good work. Counting the days until my RC arrives.
+Kevin Lucero Kevin you're going to love the xrc. thanks a lot for watching my videos I really appreciate it.👍
Thanks for posting! I'm definitely interested in more of the crawling videos if you have time. This looks like the rig for me!
+tonystreks yes I need to get out and do some more crawling next week is preparation for the Baja 1000 after that hopefully will get to Moab thanks for watching
Question, will I be disappointed buying the 120 hp XRC? Most of my riding is on narrow trails of West VA.
James Kempf James I doubt you will miss the horsepower if you do a lot of sand dunes and desert like me you notice the power but in the mountains or rock crawling then power doesn't really matter the smaller xrc looks pretty awesome to me.
Thanks for the reply, good work on the videos !
Nice new machine! Love the rock crawling.
+leprechaunbgc thanks Mike I appreciate it. We need to go do some shooting.👍
Any time; just let me know when you want to go man.
I know the can am atvs clunck but this also why?? isn't it make for whips and hard terrain going fast. do u hear clunks when going off roading and in genaral ...ohh how i wish this machine was made by yamaha...
2:07 Exactly, not geared low enough for real crawling
theninja001 the Gering is actually not that bad I had it in sport mode so the throttle is really jumpy and the other big problem is I just didn't know what was in front of me on the video you can't really tell but in the cab you just cannot see in front of the car.
Brandon Pierce well, it looks like an awesome car! I'm sure it's tons of fun!
+theninja001 thanks man I really appreciate it
Maybe we’ll find out if it actually crawls if he ever gets it out of the parking lot.
Sorry to bust your chops but most people don’t start rock crawling by going out and buying a brand new $30k RTR crawler. Most start with a stock rig with open diffs. And gradually mod rig as skill improves. By the way, real rocks move around on you.
I am sure someone.has already said this or maybe you have figure it out But you seriously need to disconnect the rear sway bar. Let that thing flex In this video you aren’t using much of you suspension
And right there at the 2 minute 50 sec mark is why off road bevs are coming! complete with phone app remote control you can stand from where you're camera man is and slowly navigate every inch without getting it stuck ;)
+Fancy a Bev Mate? I agree electric off-road vehicles will be awesome.👍
Love it :D Going all technical though, it feels like the CVT belt is slightly too loose? It just seems more snatch than just the throttle use could cause? Like it grabs drive at 1500rpm?
+teamidris it actually really wasn't too bad I accidentally left the machine and sport mode and it makes the throttle super jumpy so it's more my driving I was being really cautious and I couldn't see out the front very well👍
My truck is the same on vision. I should get a camera on the front :o) (probably not a bad idea) I've just been messing with my Diablo ATV because it had that old Polaris problem where the belt drag held it in gear. I added washers to pretend I had a stronger spring and moved the gearbox further from the engine. I was super pleased with the result :o)
You really need some driving lessons
First lesson: throttle control
2nd lesson: map terrain and obstacles in your mind before you lose visibility
Please keep making videos man really like them
Nice vid and editing Brandon. Love your X3 and hoping to trade my outlander for one. How are you liking the X3? Are there any pros and cons of owning one because I’m VERY interested in buying one.👍👍 Love the vid Brandon and hope this channel keeps on growing👍👍
+Off-Road Edition hey thanks man I appreciate all the support. I love the X3 and I've had just about every side by side you can imagine it is by far the funnest most well-built best side by side out today there's very few cons and there's a lot of Pros it just seems like it does everything good. maybe one, is that it's a little expensive lol.👍
Damn dude! Have a little finesse with that throttle.
Newbies
Am stuck in Memphis Tn with an x3 xrc turbo s on order watching videos on UA-cam of people that already have had them for weeks I ordered it 9-20-17 it's not going to get here until January called customer service and they tell me that everyone else will be dirty and scratched up and that mine will be brand new just please get me my x3 xrc turbo s hahahaha am going crazy lol 😂
Curious who you ordered from?
Dear jackass from Tennessee, It's cold as fuck in the desert in winter. Love, every person that actually is from the southwest.
Is this the 120hp 64" version?
Bullitt Outdoors no sir this is the 172 inch wide and 172 horsepower version
Sounds like an rc car.
Is as good as the RZR?
Better in the rocks. Polaris new Dynamix system is trick at high speed though. I just bought the 2020 XRC as I live in CO
It looks like it was set up more to be a Baja Trophy truck than a rock crawler
It's an all-around her it does everything good fast in the desert great in the Hills awesome rock crawler you name it 👍
Does it have a 2" receiver on the back?
My Damn Channel it does not but there's a company called zrp racing that makes a cool setup with a hitch for about 200 bucks
Awesome machine !
+Hank Slaght thanks man I really appreciate it👍
Looks like like a struggle to keep that belt engaged? Is there a difference in the clutch or gearing from the XRS?
It took me a while to get the hang of crawling with my X3 XRS. Holding RPM's just right for smooth crawling is a skill. When I put a beginner behind the wheel in a crawling obstacle I am reminded of the differences from a transmission to a belt. Was thinking about adding a front locker but wonder if I could be left wanting. Recently did Poison spider trail and understand more than ever why the XRC is the ultimate machine.
Spencer Deputy
He said he forgot and left it in sport mode which makes it way harder to crawl due to how touchy the throttle is.
This thing is like off roading a corvette
+y0manda I would say that's a very good analogy. thanks for watching my video.👍
Spotter needs to go in front. nice.
If he was a good driver, the spotter would be strapped into his seat
nice driving
You need to work on your driving, your belt isn't going to last long. Are you humping the gas pedal???? Put it in low and Eco mode if you're struggling that bad.
stang1970 it was in low I did forget to put it in eco but the biggest thing is I just couldn't see and so I was being extra careful with the throttle and it was super touchy thanks for the comment
I've added a camera on the front and rear. Also picking your lines sooner helps. It's tuff seeing the front on most side by side I've rode. My wife scraped one side of ours the second time out. Lol. Nice video
Great duner though
Is that little moab?
+Nathan Miles yes sir it is
Awesome that is a great place to wheel.
Three things, the first being bro you in the desert and your wearing a sweatshirt and gloves? Second thing, next time you rock crawl put it in low hearing that engine flair up and watching you bounce back and fourth was almost unbearable.
even in the desert it gets cool enough that a sweat shirt or a jacket is needed in the winter.
This is central Utah bud. Just because it doesn't rain much doesn't mean that it stays warm.
+Jake Arnold what's wrong with wearing a sweatshirt and gloves in the desert it was cold. second of all it was in low. I had to suspension super soft and I left it in sport mode so it made it a little touchy. thanks for the comment.👍
Seems smooth....lol
the moment of truth, can it actually rock crawl?
MrHenkiRoblox yes it totally can I was being kind of a wuss. I didn't want to scratch it up and I wasn't used to it. but the traction is unbelievable it's going to be unstoppable should be able to go just about anywhere
the question should be; can the driver rock crawl?
More gas less brakes . . . nobody ever got views taking it slow.
+suburban37 next video I promise it'll be better thanks buddy👍
Lots of rackin and crakin...on a 2wd trail
🤦🏻♂️ horrible driving dude. That was painful to watch
I guess that's what you say when all you can do in your free time is flying some stupid toy helicopters ... Nice video Brandon, don't mind them keyboard warriors out there.
SUPER
Alexx BRP thanks buddy👍
Wow he is embarrassing all x3 owners .....in case you didn't know it's the peddle on the right.
Either That Can Am sucks balls or the driver doesn't know how to crawl. Looks to me like The Can Am has some issues engaging smoothly in low range. I'll stick with my Matte Gold LE RZR. That thing eats rocks for breakfast. - ua-cam.com/video/6WE_rbYf1FI/v-deo.html - ua-cam.com/video/9kCAa7EnIWs/v-deo.html
+AV8R Tom Tom thanks for the comment. it was my shity driving I had my suspensions set very soft from just cruising through the desert an hour before and I had the throttle set on sport which makes it very jumpy. and it was my first day riding in the machine. Definitely nothing wrong with an RZR but if you get a chance go take a spin and xrc I think you would be impressed👍
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not a good rock crawler if you cant see out of it......
+Tristan Hipps it is hard to see out of for sure. maybe a little camera system would help. thanks watching the video.
Lots of rackin and crakin...on a 2wd trail