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4 seater differences?

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#1 ·
Hello all, I am beginning to search around for a 4 seat UTV. I currently have a 2 seater of a different brand. But with growing family I need more room.
Im not here to ask about which brand is better.
My questions are, what are the differences between the standard Max, the Max DS, the Max XRS, and finally the Max Turbo.

I have done a little searching online and Can Am website doesn't really distinguish the differences very well. Obviously the turbo has 121 hp vs 101 hp. But what about all the little things? Why is the wheelbase shorter on some than the others? What are the differences in shocks? Are the interiors all the same?

Any kind of differences like that you guys can tell me would be helpful. I figured this would help me more because you guys actually own and drive these vs what can am website can tell me.

Thanks for any help!
 
#2 ·
I have the Max XRS, I think the main differences between the XRS, and DS are the shocks go from 2.0 to 2.5. The added gauge cluster, two tone seats, Beadlock rims. I think that's about it.
 
#3 ·
ohh and QE front diff, but if your that worried about your front diff locking up quick I hear a lot of good things about the Halo Lockers... we ride mainly fast desert here so I prefer the visco over lockers.
 
#4 ·
ohh, and power steering... lol keep forgetting things.
 
#5 ·
All XRS have 2.5 shocks, all non turbo mavericks have 14" of travel all the way around the ds has 15" up front and 16 " in the rear. Id go ds even if it wasn't the turbo version just because of the suspension difference. But id you have the money for the turbo why the torque is great compared to any model any brand. It just keeps pulling up hills its amazing I demoed one if glamis and I will more then likely be upgrading when the 2016's come out.
 
#6 ·
Thanks for the replies. One more question for you guys.

What are some of the common issues that need to be addressed with these machines? I know every brand has their weak areas, what are the Mavericks weak areas? Clutches? Electrical? Skid plates? Etc...
I have heard the in cab engine heat and noise can be issues for some. But it looks like that is pretty easy to remedy.

Just trying to get an idea of what kind of time and money needs to be spent on aftermarket fixes.

As as far as how I will use my future 4 seater, I pretty much only trail ride in WI. Not a mud guy, and I've never been to the dunes in my life. Never will race, unless it's a drag race for bragging rights. I will guess that my driving manners will be split with family riding( 2 boys under 4 yrs old, pretty slow driving) accounting for approx 50%, and solo or with some buds fast trail riding for the other 50%.

I do plan on driving all of the brands and models I'm interested in before buying, but the Maverick is the one I know the least about. Nobody I know or ride with has one. I have driven a commander, but it's to utility for what I'm looking for.

Thanks again!
 
#7 ·
Yes you must drive one! That should instantly make up your mind.
Weak spots are skid plates for sure, tie rods are the weak link in the steering system but can be beefed up easily. Once you do that though the steering box itself becomes vulnerable to damage. The shock bushings require periodic maintenance too.
XRS models can be found with 12" wheels which are known to keep rocks in and do damage to the inner wheel. I would search out a DS, possibly a turbo, every one just raves about power and comfort. Good luck with your decision
 
#8 ·
I have a 2014 max XRS, I was in the same boat as you , I have a 2 yr old and 4 yr old. I bought it last August and have 900 miles in it all in wisconsin also. Half my miles are aggressive riding with my buddies and other half cruising with the family. I've had zero problems with mine. Our group is a mix of wildcats and rzr 1000 4 seaters. The fit and finish of the can am is much nicer than the others. The rzr 1000 is a bit faster top end but not much. Where you at in WI?