2024 CAN AM MAVERICK R REVIEW = EPIC FAIL

[@AlphaOffroad859]

I own one. It’s a significant improvement over the X3. I’ve also driven( not owned ) a pro r. The Mav r is truly special

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It’s different for sure

[@jasonr.9520]

The pro r shits on this thing.

[@kenchumley1141]

We are in the process of buying a 2025 MavR and appreciated this video. We are experienced rider on both H&M trails and desert. It seems some complain about the cost, but this machine is cheaper than a 17' Boston Whaler fishing boat we used as a dinghy. After being a master captain for 20+ years, we prefer eating dirt now.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Good for you guys, enjoy that Mav!

[@Williamxmr]

You said it doesn’t rock crawl well and you didn’t even know how to lock the diff? Lmaooooo

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Lmao, I figured it out before the rock section. It’s got too many dang buttons 😂

[@downs807]

What’s up with the panel that flew off and never put back during the test?

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It won’t stay on there. They really should have put some bolts in it.

[@ToddSalisbury]

That review is spot on, I got one. 100 miles so far. I might add if the motor stalls or shuts off, it automatically go to park.definitely all west coast machines.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Thanks, it is a fun machine just not for what I like to do.

[@elli003]

I'm an XRS driver at Sand Hollow and there are quite a few Mav-R's here having no problems with hi-temps, reversing out of trouble, rock crawling level 7 trails, etc. It is very different from a Pro R. Can-Am and Polaris, two completely different ways to drive.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

You have to hit the brakes to get into reverse. That was what I didn’t like. I’d rather have a pro R for the price

[@Ali-e5h1b]

17:55 - nice corner shots. It really helps show the power / traction and suspension working. It looks like it isn't prone to rolling over or digging in. Nice tracking shots too. Great feedback for Can Am and potential customers. 22:11 - That's another point of adjustment for Can Am, the brightness of their buttons. I don't know if rocker switches would be okay there, since things could fall on it and muck with the settings. 25:46 - That thing is really riding out those trailing arms on the rear suspension. Is that common? 26:20 - Yep... haha. 27:55 - That's disappointing. 30:30 - I wouldn't have thought you could ever drive up that. Seems like it would be awesome in Florida. Great review!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Glad you liked the review. The bottons were hard to see in the sun for sure.

[@thetruechaos]

I bought a yxz, and I learned quick, you cannot attack hills like a rzr. When I did hill assault it was at 9000 rpm, it's violent. I just don't know if I could do that to a 40k machine. I bought mine for 15...

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Yeah it’s more of a race car

[@jasoncollett2500]

Nice, but I am not spending that much.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

You and me either

[@allmotorhash]

They are on sale now 6k off

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Yeah I saw that Pro Rs were discounted heavily as well. The market is just not buying right now.

[@allmotorhash]

Bought one in 22 regret it now i knew rebates would come back

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

yeah they were high dollar when they first came out, it happens every time

[@rustbucket9318]

At 32:00 I had to pause to look at those welds on the A pillar. Something special.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Exactly what you have done to expect out of these mass produced machines

[@rustbucket9318]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo There are some ugly ass welds on my Polaris too but letting the rookie weld the stuff that’s eye level is just goofy.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I bet a lot of it is robots at this point

[@ostacruiser]

Awesome stuff, fair review. Where you have the space they are rocket ships!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

True I drove one in the dunes and it was a ripper

[@DirtRoadBoyz2]

The front suspension does look pretty cool when its putting in work.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It’s wild seeing that high knuckle working at speed from the driver seat

[@donaldhalls2189]

Nice looking rig ,thanks for sharing, all the best to yous and your loved ones

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Thanks Donald 👊

[@Tanhands36]

Didn’t this win the Baja 1000 for its class this year?

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It being basically a purpose built desert car that never has to change a belt I would say probably

[@smokinjoe7420]

Yes. Block House Racing. Ken Block’s wife and his daughter Lia. Also Terry Maddon and some of the Ampudia team, I think.

[@carloscontreras1253]

I bought this maverick r I am coming from my 22 xrs smart shox totally diferent beast I love it

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

They are awesome in the right terrain, I just expected more of a well rounded machine in all aspects.

[@boomerps2]

Pro R is the sweet spot

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Agreed

[@montanamountainutv]

X3 is still top of the line for fast and light... Turbo R, Pro R suspension is top of the line in my opinion

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

X3 power to weight ratio is hard to beat and those little motors make big power, that being said I would like to build a boosted Pro R next.

[@montanamountainutv]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo I was thinking about that too... they seem to like the boost. Be killer in the snow with that much power!

[@drjhunter]

Seems you are used to the RZRs and this is different and you’re not used to something different. I have a RZR and I will be purchasing a Maverick R 4 seater when it comes out because of the DCT transmission- I’m done changing belts in the sand and this will rock crawl with anything as well

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

For the sand it’s perfect, I just prefer CVT and never have belt issues. Just my personal opinion.

[@mr.winkie]

9:07 gotta read ur owner’s manual before operating dude bud

[@joshchilds1473]

I'm just amazed what these cost. I'm pretty sure it would break down easily where I'm riding. East Tennessee

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

they are pricey but people are paying it to more power to them.

[@bobbyb608]

They take a beating. But it’s definitely a weird machine for the south east

[@WildPowerSports]

It wouldnt break down. Trust us, we put ours through some hard core miles at King of the Hammers. Zero breakage other than a flat. VERY tough machine. Front arm design is amazing and a ton stronger than traditional suspension.

[@Maiya-tn7yk]

fantastic job on this!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Thanks!

[@beehoney6152]

Isn’t there a break in period? You said it has 4 miles. Should you be driving that hard with such low miles? Just curious because I am buying one

[@josedominguez3155]

And that’s why you don’t purchase any vehicles with up to 300 miles on it when the sellers says new, someone else already broke it for you.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I wouldn’t recommend driving your new machine like this no 😬

[@beehoney6152]

Thx. Imma baby it for a while 👍

[@nigelsenchez]

Engines are already broken in. You dont want them to brake. So warm them up first.

[@beehoney6152]

@@nigelsenchez I just bought this. The manual says 10 hours or 200 miles for break in period

[@mikemiller9119]

I'm so glad you gave it a true review. All these other guys are up Can Am's butt so they can be called to review another machine of theirs.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I cannot be bought. I will always give my honest opinion on every machine that I drive. Thanks for noticing. 👊

[@montanamountainutv]

Were those Goodyear tires?? What size, please

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

MRT Rocky RX in a 33

[@montanamountainutv]

@BustedKnuckleVideo oh yeah of course. Thanks, good video as usual!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

glad you liked it

[@Fadedecho1]

Omg!! Here comes a favorite 😂. Your killing me lol. This is definitely a baddass buggy. The luxury of buggies. Awesome ❤

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It’s a Rowdy machine for sure

[@mattmatt2822]

Pretty cool you get to review Ron Whites new toy!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

He reminds you of Ron white? 😂

[@rzrlife]

@@BustedKnuckleVideonot the first time I’ve heard that

[@southernoutdooradventures22]

The apot you were hung up on rock creek claimed my 900xp rear axle thats why those rocks were stacked😂

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I usually walk right through that area in every machine that I test. I was shocked that it struggled so hard there.

[@southernoutdooradventures22]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo same for me walked it multiple times in one night next time was a totally different story and looks identical to how it did before crazy stuff great video though. It overheating was a fault of the dealer when assembled sucks that it messed up your runs on the track

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

yeah we were surprised that the dealer overlooked that but glad it was an easy fix and we got to go back and finish our review

[@MUCKFOOT399]

wtf. the front control arms are ridiculous, how are you supposed to put bigger tires...?

[@Pickleoffroad]

They fit 35’s but they are definitely made for the west coast

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Someone just posted a photo with 37 Zillas on one.

[@MUCKFOOT399]

I guess you could make some cool custom arms

[@darcy1437]

Apparently, you didn’t go to the King Of The Hammers or Barstow, California in the desert one of the most extreme races in the world, desert race and rock crawling race and Kyle Cheney won that race last year and he went against cars that are the 4400 cars that have 1000 horsesor horsepower

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

He didn’t win the 4400 race but one the UTV race correct. I’ve been to that race atleast 10 times.

[@keepithd2010]

As far as Can-Am will climb rocks better I think it's more the driver learn how to drive the vehicle it will get better because I have absolutely no problem with mine just going up normal instead of trying to go real slow and rock your way up because a few of the times that I saw you go up continuously without trying to Potter the machine it went up with no problem at all so with me driving it and having no problem and seeing you having problems with it not driving it properly you need to get used to how beautiful the machine is and how capable it is without trying to think it's a toy I'm giving it no juice whatsoever that is the issue that you are having. The vehicle is a beast and if you know how to drive you will have so much fun you won't know what to do with it.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It is a beast in certain terrain. I personally just did not like it in our terrain.

[@keepithd2010]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo The thing is this it was redesigned from the ground up and it was made to climb rocks and other terrain like you would normally drive a car not a rock climbing side-by-side so all you have to do is just give it a little bit of gas and do not let up on the pedal and you will find yourself at the top of the hill that was your issue you continue to baby it and that's not what that vehicle is about. Driving mine I have not had a problem of going up any Hill whether it is rocks dirt mud whatever as long as you drive it in the way it was intended and also to put it in the right mode and I have never gotten stuck. I am even waiting for the snow the two of them that I purchased I have at my Utah home and I bought tracks for them so I can go in the backcountry that's what's so awesome about the Can-Am X3 turbo for the are R. This is also the reason why I told you when you try to climb that rock wall normally as you drive a car on the road you noticed that the vehicle continued to go straight up to the top but when you played with it you continue to have problems that's why you have to know how to drive that vehicle. It's kind of the same thing like driving an old Porsche 911 Turbo you can't drive it like a regular rear-wheel drive car with a front engine especially when you are going around a turn you do not break you accelerate your way around the turn otherwise you will find yourself in serious trouble so that's why you need to be able to know how to drive the vehicle you are driving. The other thing is in that era Porsche is the Porsche 911 is the only vehicle where the pedals are pushed straight up instead of push down another reason why you have to know drive the car you are driving properly

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

First off, this is not my machine so I will drive it within the limits of the situation. Secondly, utah has to be the easiest place to wheel on the planet aka "the land of traction". Alabama is not like that at all. I gave my thoughts and honest opinion. You don't have to try to justify your purchase with me. I wouldn't buy one but that doesn't mean you shouldn't. To each their own.

[@federicolopez1303]

What is the normal temperature range??? Can you please tell me

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Shouldn’t be much over 200-210

[@Pickleoffroad]

Can-am needs to make something with a suspension setup like the turboR and the proR

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I still really like the Turbo S and Pro XP geometry better

[@Pickleoffroad]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo I love the seats in the x3 and I love the look but they definitely lack on the durability and ground clearance

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I haven't got to get a lot of seat time in an X3, I just know they easily make very good power and do really well racing

[@WildPowerSports]

No, i hope they do not EVER do that. You obveously havent driven a Maverick R. Drive one for 5 minutes and you will see why this design BLOWS away, and i mean by a mile, anything else.

[@billboentgesphotography7458]

How does the maverick r with smart shocks compare to a turbo r or pro r with dynamixs? From my experience, I think the rzr suspension is better over all. Do you have anything to add to this?

[@RazellAwit]

Nice,I like.but how much

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Big $$$

[@PumpiPie]

60k 😢😢😢 had been a dream come tru owning one, but at that price it will never happend 😮

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

They are a little high considering a rock bouncer is $90k

[@travisedwards5676]

In my opinion for the price these things should have the readout that's like in a range Rover or whatever that shows your your tip and your elevation and your angle that gimbal thing and the dashboard so you can know if you're at tip zone or flip zone or whatever like that would be a nice feature for these things

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

never had that before

[@lh.5552]

Honestly it looked as if you were only looking to find stuff to complain about because you’re a Polaris guy. A better test would have been to show a Rzr doing the exact same tests right behind the maverick. I didn’t see a Fail!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I have done this same course in every RZR, General, etc I have ever tested. That is what I am comparing. the Maverick R is just not a trail machine/rock crawler

[@joopjeep9522]

Check out the camera display!!!!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

pretty nice

[@Rubbermeetsrd]

I’ve heard a lot of complaints about the build quality.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I think that's a lot of manufacturers these days

[@flsoffroad874]

👍

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

👊

[@cooksey2418]

That front suspension looks horrendous… Looks like it’ll hang up on everything and one good hit will probably destroy it and cost a fortune, including the fact that tire size will be limited also. Just my opinion and thanks for great content Matt.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I've seen up to a 37" tire on one actually so not too limited on size turns out, thanks for watching

[@SouthernLandRiders]

In all my times to Stony I have never seen the track dry. lol

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It’s either dry or a mud bog. There is no in between 😬

[@rzrlife]

I did convince Tyler to doze the track

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I wish they would keep it up at least monthly

[@stepheno.2730]

I’ll probably just turbo my pro R. I still don’t trust cam am quality, even if this is an improvement over the x3.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

that would be my next build choice

[@boostleakboys4387]

Couple months behind on the can am walk through

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Can't help that it overheated on our first test run...

[@dustinadams6336]

45 grand, I’ve built my 1 ton LS jk for a fraction of that.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

A 1 ton LS JK for less that 45k is impressive. Not in the same realm as this but I see what you are saying.

[@snoop8093]

Well, I was just a stupid thing to say

[@1micYT]

As a SXS owner, I don’t get the fascination of climbing rocks like that.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

That’s what we enjoy here on the east coast

[@gunnerneikoify]

It's a machine for the dunes & wide open spaces and nothing more. We had ours for 8 months and got rid of it because it sucked on the trails and rocks up here in northern Wisconsin. Went and Got a 2024 Polaris Pro R to replace it and couldn't be happier. 10x more versatile machine compared to the Can-Am.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I do like the Pro R better as well

[@CBR600RR05]

Eight months ago, Can-Am had not even announced the Maverick R

[@gunnerneikoify]

@CBR600RR05 Hmmmmm, that sure is funny how I had one then, isn't it. Or maybe you're incorrect........yeah, that's what it is, YOU ARE INCORRECT and need to brush up on your facts before spewing uneducated garbage out of your pie hole. Some people think they know everything and then make asses out of themselves for the whole world to see.

[@basementracer]

45K!!!!!! I remember when the RZR800 was released and I said to my buddy. Oh heck yeah they are cool but 5K! The my life changed because I paid my 5k, got an 08 RZR800 and the rest is history, they became a huge part of my life. I would never have got involved at 45K rotfl.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I feel like 10-20k is the perfect range

[@MonsterZ123]

Uptain is a Polaris guy

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I guess we both are. He bought this one thinking he would like it and it just doesn't fit for what we do. The Pro R outshines it for our terrain.

[@smonk2785]

It’s a nice machine but I know it has can am build quality and reliability so it’s just an instant turn off. And the price tag on it is outrageous for what you get.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It is on another level compared to past UTVs and I guess the market can bare the price tag as people are buying them.

[@dwayneeverett755]

If you want a rock crawler, get an X3 XRC, not meant to be a rock crawler….. next 👍🏻

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Facts. We were just curious how it would do in our terrain.

[@benparker4230]

I have a 2023 Turbo R Ultimate n my buddy got a Maverick R n we drove in Sand Hollow Utah n it popped in neutral climbing a few times , so put it in manual n it didn’t go in neutral when the wheels came the ground lol 😂- did really good in the dune part , it’s fast for sure -I agree with u not a trail machine n it’s loud as F to - My Turbo R handle better n drove better over small chop n the big stuff n climbed better - Guess for dunes n wide open it rips n handles better in high speeds - Nice machine not for me . Stick with my Turbo R

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

They are really fast in the open areas. I’d choose the pro R over it for the rocks

[@davidday2994]

Man I want one.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

they are rowdy

[@We__Lit]

It may perform well. But i can’t get over how ugly it is from factory. My 2019 X3 RC was a much better looking car imo

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I would I have to agree and close to the same power to weight ratio

[@rosentihomirov1952]

who does laps in low's ? wtf

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Stress testing 😬

[@rosentihomirov1952]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo 😂

[@nortonashburn5677]

i ll stick with my 2019 Yamaha x2 up here in northern ontario.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

X2?

[@nortonashburn5677]

wolverine x2@@BustedKnuckleVideo

[@JN-if18]

How much ?

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Too much

[@GAMINGOBRIEN69]

The fact that you said its probably already sold is CRAZY 1 id want to watch a review before i buy something like this and 2 if its sold why are you allowed to drive it? I wouldent want someone else even touching something i bought like that

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I was kidding of course at the fact that he always buys and sells machines so fast. Works out good for me that he allows me to drive and review them.

[@brandoncollins5694]

Guy taking a piss at 0.58 seconds 😂

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Easter egg 🥚

[@garthvader801]

I'll just stick with my XRC

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Don’t blame you there

[@mr.winkie]

Low range is for like 15 MPH 😅

[@DIGGING.DISORDER]

Better than a beaver tail rev

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

beaver tail rev?

[@DIGGING.DISORDER]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo A bombardier flop from 20 years ago (snowmobile)

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

ohhhh, yeah I live in Alabama and know nothing about snowmobiles

[@SamIam420]

Its all driver preference!

[@SamIam420]

Drive like an idiot..... it's gonna break. I've seen many, many reviews.. this was the first breakage I've seen.

[@SamIam420]

Plus, it's not a stock crawler. Show me a factory crawler. I dare you.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

The Pro R is one of the best rock crawling machines I’ve ever driven. I even put 37s on a bone stock one and it did amazing.

[@martintaylor984]

It’s almost looks like you have to “bump and run” every obstacle because it can’t crawl really.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

yeah not a good crawler

[@Thatssosad1234]

No machine is worth $45k!! I don't care if it came with carplay and speakers.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

They are getting way up there for sure

[@yourfavoritewelder3162]

That’s what I said when I bought my x3. I feel like 25-30k is tops.

[@HDTech22]

There will always be someone richer bigger and faster. Build what you like and feel is worth it and enjoy yourself. 😊

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

true, I think the X3 is a better buy compared to this one

[@UncleManuel]

The factory forgot the protective cover for the radiator? Speaks volumes about the QC... 😜

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Well I guess it was the dealers fault

[@timpeifer6682]

Brother ur tire pressure way to high ... ur not useing ur side tread

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I leave it as received

[@TokenTombstone]

Plastic crap flying off in the first 50 feet. I think that is an indication of it's long term durability.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

The hood not having a decent latch or screws was a huge oversight on this one for sure.

[@Williamxmr]

There's a revision coming

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I sure hope so

[@crazytestpilot9434]

I can see only a 4 point harness. That's a huge fail for Can-Am. Without that 5th belt even a minor mistake at speed can have horrible consequences. It's not expensive, it's not dificult. Don't be a fool. Fix it.

[@aarondhermanson]

Your intro music is too loud compared to the rest of your video. Hurt my ears a bit when it came on.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

strange sounds the same volume on my setup

[@aarondhermanson]

@BustedKnuckleVideo I just went back and watched it on my phone, was using a laptop. Even with the speaker on my phone it still seems a little loud. I have to lower the volume for that part and then increase the volume after to hear you talk. I'll try on another system. Maybe it's just weird on my devices.

[@elvis1926]

i did good for having the worst tires ever made on it

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

You don’t like MRTs?

[@elvis1926]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo my bad I thought they were rockabillies

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Nope, MRT Rocky RX. They are comparable to a Nitto or Zilla but also come with a Kevlar Warranty.

[@station08]

45k? Ill stick to my Zj

[@davidjohnston8863]

Rock crawling with a dct will destroy the cluches in no time

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Yeah I didn't have it on race mode for rock crawling

[@Oaky]

Starting at $35K lol

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I think the X3 is the better buy if you want to go Can Am

[@garthvader801]

More like 45k

[@PumpiPie]

60k in norway 😂😂😢😢😢

[@MrSteve8511]

Canam.. not worth it.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Not this time unless you want to race.

[@davidcraven1245]

Too wide

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I didn’t notice it really

[@brianscarpone5296]

Machines need to be broke in to give the optimum performance. Who runs the machine wide-open with 4 miles on it? Where is the common sense?

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Stop trying to make excuses for it 😂

[@michaelr952]

Wow did you say $45,000 Hmmmm really??

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

yeah they have gotten pricey

[@matthewpepper9164]

How was this an “epic fail”

[@joefoster259]

Low range isn’t for high speed runs. Come on man.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

If it will do 60 in Low Range then I am going to try it. This is why we test and review. You are welcome.

[@joefoster259]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo if I didn’t own it I might also.

[@MonsterZ123]

Best riding suspension in the industry.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

it was smooth for sure.

[@snoop8093]

Pro r is better.

[@AximusPrime33]

Leaps and bounds ahead of Polaris as per the usual.