We here at Dirt Toys Magazine just picked up a new Can-Am Commander 1000 X and are pretty excited to try it out. We've put a couple dozen miles on it so far but the next few days will be the vehicle's first test.
We're heading out to the upper elevations of the Colorado Rockies for a couple of days of riding and we'll try to post some photos soon.
Until we can give a full ride report, it's some information on the Commander X.
The big bore Commander side-by-side established itself as the rec-utility-class benchmark in all-around performance, handling, comfort and convenience last year and continues on that path for 2012.
Powering the Commander 1000 family is a proven Rotax 1000 EFI V-Twin powerplant, which is the most powerful recutility side-by-side engine in the industry. The Can-Am Commander 1000 family also uses an innovative and purpose-built performance package to take side-by-side owners to a whole new level. The versatile and innovative cargo bed offers a dual-level bed that features a sub-box below the main cargo area.
Extreme comfort and convenience includes the Commander family's freestanding, removable full bolster seats, which includes a fully adjustable driver's seat. Passenger comfort is also improved with multiple, ergonomically designed handholds for added stability while riding. Sleek styling with strong Can-Am DNA is abundant with the Can-Am Commander 1000 family.
Commander 1000 Family Highlights
» Rotax 1000 EFI V-Twin engine
» Dual-level cargo box
» Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC)
» Double A-arm front suspension with dive-control geometry
» TTI rear suspension
» Visco-Lok front differential
» 14-inch (35cm) of total ground clearance
» 214mm disc brakes with twin-piston calipers
» 27-inch (68.6cm) Carlisle Black Rock radial tires on 12-inch (30.5cm) wheels (base model)
» 1,928 cubic inches (31.6 litres) cockpit storage
» 1,500 lbs towing capacity
» 2-inch rear hitch receiver
» Comfort seats with sit-in fore/aft driver adjustment
» Adjustable-tilt steering
» Passenger handhold and grab bar
» Dual, off-road cup holders
» 240-watt lighting
» 10-gallon (38 litre) gas tank
» 650-watt magneto
» Easy-to-use maintenance centre
» 2-inch diameter, high strength steel, ROPS-approved cage
» Quick-attach side nets
» 3-point seatbelts with anti-cinch
» Standard & Performance D.E.S.S. Keys
Here is some information specific to the model Dirt Toys has:
Commander 1000 X Package includes:
» Fully adjustable front and rear Fox Racing Shox HPG piggyback shocks
» Front sway bar
» 12-inch (30.5cm) aluminum beadlock wheels
» 27-inch (68.6cm) Maxxis Bighorn 2.0 tires
» Updated gauge
» Heavy-duty front bumper
» Rock sliders
» Leather steering wheel
» X-package seat trim and graphics
» Available in black with yellow accents
The 85-horsepower, liquid-cooled, single overhead cam power plant features four valves per cylinder and is fed by a 54mm Bosch throttle body and two VDO Seimens fuel injectors. The sophisticated electronic fuel injection system automatically keeps the engine's performance at its peak, regardless of temperature or altitude. A throttle-by-wire system that works in conjunction with the 54mm Bosch throttle body to produce smooth throttle delivery even if one's foot is bouncing due to the terrain. The iTC system detects unwanted bounces and filters the input, resulting in more throttle accuracy, especially at low speed.
This system also reduces the number of moving parts in the vehicle; requires no maintenance; has no cables to adjust, lubricate or replace; and the system has an increased life span.
Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC)
The throttle-by-wire system teams with the 54mm Bosch throttle body to produce smooth throttle delivery even if the driver's foot is bouncing due to the terrain. The iTC system detect unwanted bounces and then filter the input, resulting in more throttle accuracy, especially at low speed. This system also reduces the number of moving parts in the vehicle; requires no maintenance; has no cables to adjust, lubricate or replace; and the system has an increased life span.
Dual-level cargo box
The Commander 1000 features the industry's first cargo box with two levels separated by a removable, watertight panel. It offers the possibility to have an upper and a lower bed with and independent tailgate. Carrying capacity of the box is 600 lbs. total capacity (400 lbs. upper, 200 lbs. lower) and has the most volume capacity in the market. The tilt-assist dump box can be easily activated from both sides. The heavy-duty, high-strength cargo box is resistant to rust and dents. Easily removable tail gates (upper and lower), no-tools needed with single latch, truck-like, upper and lower tail gate with four tie down hooks located in corners.
Commander 1000 X Package
For the side-by-side rider who demands the best performance and features from their vehicle, BRP offers the Can-Am Commander 1000 X. Starting with the base Commander 1000, the X Package adds a host of features designed to bring performance-based features like high-end, piggyback Fox Racing Shox mounted both front and rear, a front sway bar, 12-inch aluminum beadlock wheels, rugged rock sliders on both the driver and passenger side and more. The X Package components, when combine together, build the ultimate side-by-side.
Front and rear Fox Racing Shox HPG piggyback shocks
Large-diameter 47-millimeter aluminum piggyback shocks built by Fox Racing Shox are fully adjustable with high- and low-speed compression, rebound and multi-position preload adjustment. Both front and rear shocks have 10 inches (25cm) of travel. With advanced high- and low-speed tuning available, one can dial in suspension performance to their preference. The large-diameter design and piggyback construction help dissipate heat.
Front sway bar
The 5/8-inch front sway bar helps reduce body roll in aggressive cornering enhancing the handling of the Can-Am Commander 1000 X.
12-inch (30.5cm) Aluminum beadlock wheels
Aluminum beadlock wheels mean added performance under heavy acceleration and cornering. A Can-Am exclusive design clamps the tire bead securely to the Commander 1000 X wheel for the ultimate in performance.
27-inch (60.6cm) Maxxis Bighorn 2.0 tires
These rugged tires feature six-ply radial construction, yet are lightweight to cut down on unsprung weight. They absorb the terrain for a smooth ride and have a non-directional pattern to provide predictable cornering and to claw across roots, rocks and other tough terrain for climbing confidence.
Upgraded gauge
The gauge on the Commander 1000 X has an upgraded gauge on the base model. Featuring state-of-the-art instrumentation with an analog tachometer and speedometer combined with an advanced digital information center.
Heavy-duty front bumper
A sleek, heavy-duty front bumper adds rugged durability to the Can-Am Commander 1000 X and completes the X-Package look of the side-by-side vehicle.
Rock sliders
Both sides of the vehicle feature rock sliders that allow the Commander 1000 X to slide against obstacles like rocks and trees in challenging terrain. This helps keep obstacles away from the body panels of the vehicle.
Leather steering wheel
A premium leather-wrapped steering wheel is standard on the Commander 1000 XT.
X Package seat trim and graphics
The Can-Am Commander 1000 X features a premium X-Package look with a stunning black design with yellow accents. It is designed to look sleek and fast even when sitting still and will certainly impress.
