Can-Am Maverick Trail | First Ride Review

Can-Am brought us out to check out their all-new 50" Maverick Trail. To test the new machine, we went up to the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. This location is full of 50" trail systems and includes some rocky, technical and muddy OHV trails. It was a great place to put the Maverick Trail through its paces.
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[@ronniec2667]

My wife and I bought one. We just went to Hatfield and McCoy trails it was a blast the maverick trail did not disappoint.

[@rzrdan]

Awesome review! So nice to see a review with some actual riding impressions not just specifications! Can't wait for a RZR 900 trail vs Maverick 1000 trail comparison from you!!!

[@jimjacobson4797]

Probably one of the best review out there. Honest and forthright without being too over the top or too negative. Touched on all the things most riders are interested it. I live in WY and my experience tells me the one thing to keep in mind is very few trails are going to get wider from what they are now. Over-use with wide machines including jeeps and large pickups will cause many public areas to be narrowed or no longer maintained. From that perspective a 50" machine makes a lot of sense for now and future riding.

[@rmatvmc]

I appreciate the comment and feedback! With that being the case with our trail systems, i'm definitely glad that the SxS manufacturers are looking forward and pushing their 50" lineups. - Josh

[@atlnative8222]

This guy is the best, no bias honest reviewer

[@ATVOverland]

Great review. Can't wait to try one out!

[@rmatvmc]

*ATV Overland* Go test them out. Pretty sweet units!

[@evanrobinson7803]

My buddy just bought one yesterday. I rode in it today, very impressive. Very nice machine, I say that and I am on my 4th Polaris.

[@mr4x4s]

John Robinson how does the clutch engagement compare to the Polaris? I’ve driven a couple older Mavericks and always seem like they rev a little too high before engaging

[@1gr8oil]

Tanks for the nice write up of the new for 2018 Maverick Trail machine. This gives a lot more information than just showing the specs. Did you see any that was fully outfitted?

[@pascalmonier4642]

Thanks for the video and I have a Maverick trail 1000DPS wich is my first UTV and feels great. My wife drives it with ease and it fits everywhere. The only negative point is the mirors that snap and break and cost a bundle. I also added the full cabin and in winter, it fogs up and freezes. No problemo, next winter, I'll keep the windows open. It is really lots of fun.

[@ncbrothad]

Just got the windows thanks for the heads up

[@prestongriffin416]

great review.how about doing the same review on the canam 800 everybody that I have seen so far does it on the 1000

[@Tydy_Owl]

Please do more SxS reviews! Your channel could be huge! Try and get a Maverick Sport review please. Good job guys.

[@rmatvmc]

Sounds good *Ryan Hughes.* We'll get it added to our list. Thanks

[@edwardworley88]

Will you be doing a review and ride on the new can am x3 900 ho soon??

[@trailrippers1588]

I’m really interested in the 800cc trail but am curious if it ever feels underpowered at times? I ride Michigan trails. Will the 800 be fast enough to rip and have a good time?

[@GeorgeLoch]

Hi Josh! *waves*

[@reginoemc]

What do u recommend, maverick sport (not dps) or the rzr 900 fox ?

[@nategod9104]

Just picked one of these up last week, wow is it ever fun

[@rmatvmc]

Congratulations on the new machine!

[@reginoemc]

Dps or not?

[@earlfletcher4814]

I wish they would really talk more about the durability than what the machine has to offer like it's features. Because if it can't hold up over time it's not worth buying!!! I've heard the stock tie rods I really weak in the 800 cc not sure if that is true or not?

[@robstevenson6842]

Love this SxS. One question. Why only 75HP? Did they go for reliability and low maintenance over power?

[@1kukini]

Most likely, on the trails this is designed for, big horsepower is useless.

[@lifeisgood7377]

What’s the tallest you can be to ride comfortably?

[@lspostma]

Rocky Mtn, how is the noise level? I really dislike how loud the ones I've tried are. Kawa, Honda, Polaris... it seems you have to yell to communicate to your co-rider. Can't they make a quieter UTV/Side-by-side?

[@seaskoot1957]

How big of difference in gas mileage between the 800 and the 1000

[@FamousR23]

What is the towing capacity?

[@anotherdpfan]

I am thinking about buying my first SxS. This is a great video. I live in MT where we are very width restricted. I also wanted to go duning at some point. Is this good for that as well? I would be getting the 1000. Do I need different tires for that?

[@rmatvmc]

If you're planning on getting the 1000cc then you should have no problem in the dunes. It's definitely worth looking into some sand paddles if you want to have the best experience in the sand dunes. It also might be worth looking into some wheel spacers to widen the stance a bit, especially since you wont have the 50" restriction in the dunes. Thanks - Josh

[@mr4x4s]

Michael Stief I’m in MT as well and stuck between this and the trail RZR 900 EPS as my first sxs.... each have things I wish I could mold into one machine..... decisions...

[@mrcat5400]

nice machine. Unfortunately still no true front diff lock. They are close! they put in a rear diff lock! Thanks for the video.

[@rmatvmc]

Thanks for watching. Glad you like the vid!

[@craighudson4382]

One thing I didn't hear you comment on is the sound level of the engine. How does the sound levels compare to other SxS's? I like the look and specs of this SxS but if it's loud like some others, I'll pass. Riding for hours in a loud cockpit is slow torture. Can-am also had issues in their commander line with heat as well. Are those issues fixed in this model? Great review , best I've seen !

[@Dog-O]

Craig Hudson I’ve only had mine for 3 months but I can say it doesn’t seem to get as hot inside as people said it would. Most people I know have . I’ve also had a few people say they’re surprised how quiet it is as well. I myself have heard louder.

[@andy1416105]

How is the engine noise in the cab? I had an Arctic cat wildcat trail that was very loud.

[@rmatvmc]

It isn't abnormally loud. The stock exhaust is pretty tame. We were wearing helmets the whole time, so that did dampen some of the sound. So depending on if you do or not, your experience might be different. - Josh

[@georgeiriarte3566]

When do you think that can am would have the rebates on this SXS ? Does the 800cc come with the full door or you have to buy it separate. Would it be worth the extra money to get the 1000cc in your opinion even though I ride only trails. Thank for your time

[@rmatvmc]

It looks like the 800cc does not come with the full doors included, but you can purchase them separate. I personally think that it's worth the extra to go with the 1000cc machine. It's kind of one of those situations where if you need the extra juice, you've got it. Also your SMG (smiles per gallon) are greatly increased with the power of the 1000cc motor. Thanks! - Josh

[@bigbluegpr]

My buddy just bought a yellow 800. He bought the doors for the Mav Sport, which are wider than the Trails doors and guve a little more room in the cab.

[@Tyleraversano]

Did the cabin heat up a lot while riding? I know a lot of other sxs get hot on the inside.

[@rmatvmc]

No it didn't. They designed the Trail to direct the heat from the radiator off of the firewall and out to the side of the machine. I was actually hoping that the cabin would heat up because it was pretty cold where we were riding, but it never did! Thanks - Josh

[@curtisbull1583]

There is no doubt a need for them ,and I'm glad can am is in this market. But with just a little more in a few areas and this machine could be 10× the machine it is now. I feel can am fell short in a few areas.

[@ttreb48]

How does the 4X4 system work compared to Polaris and Arctic Cat? Do they still use the visco-lock system like their ATV's. It seems that this is been a problem for the can-am and not having true 4 wheel drive.

[@rmatvmc]

Yes, they use their Visco-Lok front differential on this machine. I didn't notice anything unusual and the 4x4 worked great on the terrain and trails that we were on in the video. Can-Am has been improving the Visco-Lok year after year, so we'll see how it does when we can really test it in some true rock crawling situations. If you get the DPS model, it does comes with a locking rear differential switch also. - Josh

[@jakemcgeshick9922]

jhjkdekud a te up

[@localtoys731]

It's so funny to listen to people talk about how bad it is without ever driving one. It's a different way to drive that's all unless you strictly rock climb.

[@curtisbull1583]

I have a 17 Can Am renegade that has the visco-lok, and believe me it still sucks in technical stuff. I doubt that this new Maverick Trail has any changes in the visco-lok from my 17 renegade 1000. This Renegade 1,000 is a blast to ride but in technical rock climbing and such my grizzly does much better with having a true front Locker.

[@mikemercier8163]

did you find that the 51hp 800cc was enough power to really run the trails and get through tough spots? artic cat runs abvout 63 hp, while polaris runs 75hp for the 50in class. price point are close between cat and can am but just not sure about the hp

[@rmatvmc]

I found that it was plenty capable! I rode the 800cc version on a high elevation trail that ended up taking us through about a mile of 1 foot deep snow and the machine didn't have any issues getting through it in 4WD. We also went through lots of deep puddles and tighter mud trails that it handled just fine. Both the 1000cc and 800cc are great and super capable, and in my opinion I think it's worth the extra $ to go up to the 1000cc. It's a lot of fun when you want it to be, and still good for the tight and technical terrain. It all comes down to what works best for your needs and budget. Thanks for the comment! - Josh

[@1kukini]

Mike Mercier While I don’t own a Maverick Trail, my Yamaha Wolverine R-Spec at 700cc and 45hp is plenty strong enough for the trails and the tough spots. I’m not looking to race anyone or going to beat a machine up trying to climb a mountain at 50 mph because of its big horsepower. I’m seriously thinking of adding at MavT to my stable and the 800 is my first choice. When your doing a 200 mile loop fuel consumption is definitely to be considered.

[@williame2315]

Does it have selectable 4wd and 2wd or constant

[@reesemcgee5803]

Will570 selectable 2wd and 4wd. Also has a switch for turf mode (open diff) and locked differential.

[@Ram-re5em]

How come the 1000 outlander has more HP?

[@Dog-O]

MARTIN WOOLDRIDGE ECU tuning I believe. All the same engine tho. The Maverick sport has the 1000r which is even higher hp than the outlander 1000r.

[@jeremiahlf]

It's a RZR done right.

[@upaginit]

I like this machine, but wonder why it’s choked off from 101hp

[@reesemcgee5803]

Upaginit 101 these things would be awesome with the 101 hp of the full size maverick!! Maybe it's because of the more narrow width? Could be easier to tip, that's my best gues...but then again they do make ATVs with more than 75 hp

[@curtisbull1583]

Good question while you may not need all that horsepower on tight trails the extra horsepower would be nice for when using the machine in the more open type of scenery such as going down the road or sand dunes. Really pretty discouraging if you ask me. They have two engine options so why not make one of the options a high-horsepower Thrill Ride?

[@alvaroreyes8110]

What about stability ? It doesnt seem to be very stable

[@jean-francoisberube710]

These SxS will sell like hot buns. Lots of people have been caught in the hp war to later realise their monster SxS can't go anywhere in trails. Owners of pick-up truck with decent bed will also carry them without a trailer, just like it was with the first rzr 570/800.

[@kolemoore4798]

Jean-Francois Berube not going to fit in a truck bed. Wheelbase is 91" overall length is 118"

[@jean-francoisberube710]

Kole Moore Yeah you're right. It might fit in a 8feet bed, but most people have 5 and 6feet beds...

[@curtisbull1583]

Jean-Francois Berube some people like you just don't seem to get it. You may not necessarily need more horsepower for the trails but it would be good to have more horsepower for when you're out on the open road or possibly in the sand dunes. It sucks to spend thousands of dollars on a machine and it only be good for one or two things. This machine is close to being good for a lot of things. And certainly one of the things they could improve on is more horsepower for when a guy wants to take it somewhere other than a tight Trail.

[@jean-francoisberube710]

Curtis Bull It always depends on where you are from. Where i live in Canada, most trails are narrow and woods are thick. Most trails accept 60in, but it's not fun at all. Atv or 50inch are the way to go to have fun. Sure you a little restricted in the straights, but youre still having a blast most of the time. I mainly cross 50inch rzr and commanders when i go for a ride, so i am convinced these will sell like hot buns here. I also see a lot of people with big SxS on social media where i live who ask for large trails or open areas because they struggle everywhere they go with their 64in.

[@TapioBlue]

I'm in Ontario, probably with exactly the same type of trails. I wonder if the long wheelbase will make it get hung up more?

[@kevinetalexismorneault3700]

Top speed is wath

[@zadzilko]

So....so.....so....this review would be a good drinking game...every time he says the word SO, take a drink. You’d be passed out by minute 5.