Wrapped in ****, this 2027 Polaris Patriot 9R Switchback® Assault® 146 looks like it was poured straight out of a cold-breath daydream—equal parts trail manners and backcountry attitude. It’s a crossover at heart with a trail-first vibe, built to feel precise when the route is groomed, then eager to go hunting for fresh lines the moment the path gets interesting.
Crack the throttle and the **Patriot 9R** comes alive with that unmistakable 2-stroke energy—**899cc**, **liquid-cooled**, **horizontal in-line twin**, breathing through a **reed valve** setup. It’s **turbocharged**, **fuel injected**, and happy on **regular fuel**, with **gas / oil injection** handling the mix so you can focus on the ride instead of the math. Starting is easy on your terms with **electric start** backed up by **pull start**, and when it’s time to switch direction in tight spots, **reverse** is right there.
Power delivery stays smooth and responsive thanks to a **CVT** setup with **belt drive**, matched with **P-22 / TEAM LWT** clutching—ready to translate your **thumb throttle** inputs into forward motion that feels immediate but controllable. And when the speed picks up or the terrain gets rowdy, braking stays composed with the **Matryx Stealth** system and a **hydraulic disc** rear brake.
This sled rides on the **MATRYX** aluminum frame platform, keeping things strong and purposeful without feeling bulky. With a **dry weight of 499 lb**, it’s built to feel planted and confident, and it carries enough range for real adventures with an **11.5-gallon** fuel capacity. Under you, the driver area is designed for real winter use—**skid-resistant** footing, **tunnel braces**, a **belt guard**, **hand guards**, and a **snow guard** all working quietly in the background while you chase the next corner or the next drift.
Up front, the ride is guided by **independent A-arm** suspension with **9.5 inches** of travel, paired with **WER® Velocity** adjustable gas shocks with **remote reservoirs** (coil-over style) to help keep steering feel sharp when the trail starts throwing surprises. Out back, the **IGX** rear suspension delivers **16 inches** of travel with **two rear shocks**, again using **WER® Velocity** adjustable remote-reservoir shocks, plus a matching center shock—so you can dial in comfort and control without dulling the fun.
Steering stays direct with a **manual** handlebar setup and a fixed **42.5-inch ski stance**, guided by **Pro-Steer™ composite skis** and **carbide** skags that want to hold a line when conditions get fast and firm. Behind that, the **R Cobra** track lays down the muscle: **146 inches** long, **15 inches** wide, with **1.352-inch** lugs—just the right kind of bite for a machine that lives for the in-between world of trail speed and off-trail curiosity.
And because modern rides should feel modern, the cockpit brings the tech to match the performance. **RIDE COMMAND™ GPS** keeps your sense of direction intact when the landscape starts looking like a snow globe, while **Bluetooth® Audio** and **mobile app instrumentation** add an extra layer of convenience. You’ll also get practical alerts like a **temperature warning light** and a **fuel level gauge**, plus a **tinted, low-height LED** setup to keep things crisp when the light goes flat. Top it off with **adjustable heated grips** and a supportive **one-piece vinyl seat**, and you’ve got a one-rider machine that’s ready to make winter feel like the best season, not the longest.
In ****, this Switchback® Assault® doesn’t just show up—it announces itself, then backs it up with turbocharged trail-to-pow capability and the kind of ride you’ll be thinking about long after your gloves finally thaw.
