Say hello to winter’s favorite first set of keys: the 2027 Polaris INDY® 200 in INDY® Red. It’s the kind of snowmobile that makes young riders feel like they’ve officially joined the big-league snow crowd—without skipping the confidence-building steps that make learning fun.
At the heart of this youth-ready sled is a Polaris® single-cylinder, air-cooled 4-stroke engine with 192 cc of displacement. It’s paired with a Mikuni carburetor (a single 25 mm unit) and sips regular gas, keeping things straightforward for families and new riders. Hit the button and the electric start brings it to life—no drama, just that ready-to-ride feeling when the trail calls. Power flows through a continuously variable (CVT) transmission with a belt drive, so the ride stays smooth and simple while the rider focuses on steering, throttle control, and having a blast.
And because confidence matters as much as excitement, this INDY® 200 includes a speed governor and tops out at 30 mph. That means the fun comes with built-in peace of mind—great for learning good habits while still feeling quick enough to be thrilling.
The INDY® Red body looks every bit as spirited as the ride feels, and it wraps an aluminum frame designed to keep the sled light and manageable. With a dry weight of 214 lbs and compact overall sizing (84 inches long, 37 inches wide, 36 inches tall), it’s easy to handle in the yard, around a practice loop, or on family rides where the “junior pilot” wants their own machine.
Up front, the AWS suspension uses hydraulic twin tube shocks with coil-over support and 4.5 inches of travel to help keep things composed over small bumps and packed snow. Out back, there’s 8.5 inches of rear travel with a matching hydraulic twin tube shock to smooth out chatter and keep the sled tracking confidently. Steering is manual with a handlebar setup—classic, intuitive, and ideal for building rider skill from the first lap to the hundredth.
Traction comes from a Cobra Track measuring 93 inches long and 10 inches wide, with 1-inch lugs to bite into the snow and keep forward momentum predictable. Composite skis and carbide skags help it hold a line, making turns feel natural and consistent as riders learn how to look through the corner and steer with purpose.
Thoughtful details round out the experience: skid-resistant running boards for steady footing, rubber hand grips for secure control, and a thumb throttle that feels familiar and easy to modulate. There’s also a belt guard and snow guard to help keep things tidy and protected while riding. A one-piece vinyl seat keeps the rider comfortably centered, and a low, tinted halogen headlight helps make late-afternoon laps feel like an adventure that doesn’t have to end early.
With a 2.2-gallon fuel capacity, this INDY® 200 is built for plenty of winter smiles between fill-ups. In short, it’s a bright INDY® Red invitation to learn, explore, and fall in love with snow season—one confident ride at a time.
