2018 VS 2021 Can Am Maverick Trail. What are the Differences, Improvements, and Let Downs this year?

[@23bowser]

Thanks again! Always a pleasure to watch your videos......this one I was waiting for. I have the 2019 model.......glad I bought mine then.

[@perrymahnke886]

Great video & I can't wait to watch some of your other videos. I recently purchased a Maverick Trail 800 to mainly use when I travel to the SW US to get away from the Wisconsin winters.

[@MyATVlife]

Thank You ! Welcome aboard 👍 Congratulations on your new machine.

[@livinglife69]

Thanks for the video. Have a 2021 Trail 1000 on order. Not a lot of videos on the 2021. This explained the differences with the older ones. Appreciated.

[@all_out_of_bubble_gum]

Thank you very much ! Whish there was such a comparision for the Sport 1000.

[@ArizonaKid]

Good vid , like the comparison, reminds me of the one I did from rancher to foreman . I also have a Honda pioneer now . So more things to come with that . See ya on the next one

[@jordanblair5410]

My 2018 MT DPS 1000 is my first SXS and I've really enjoyed it. Not a single issue since new and it's perfect for two tracks and off trail exploring. I rarely use the DIFF LOCK feature in normal driving except steep hills or mud. Being 50" wide is handy here in MI, and I have no interest in getting something wider. The rear springs are very stiff, probably to maintain ground clearance in rough/rocky areas. All in all she's a keeper.

[@MyATVlife]

Glad to hear you're happy with it. Ours had turned out to be the best investment we've made in a long time. Lots of miles and smiles thanks to our little Maverick Trail. 👍

[@OverlandPNW]

Great info especially about the practical uses of locking diffs.

[@chrispaul9068]

Great informative video as always Jason! I finally made the move to Kanab Utah. Here I am enjoying this beautiful area! There’s SXS’s all over the place. The closer I am to purchasing one of these beauties... Looking forward to your next video! 👍🏻😉

[@billvarga8336]

Very nice informative video. I have the 2020 MT 800 and I too have been happy so far. I have all the added toys I want for now but will eventually replace the tires, as $$$ catch back up. I'm in Wisconsin now but have recently retired and plan to spend winters in South Arizona. Would love to get together with others for rides depending on distance. I'll also be in Moab late April for a week for our first real riding since I bought mine in October. Should be a blast and I can't wait. I've also been in sport mode since I got it and never really thought about the eco mode. Now that I see how you changed that i'll try that and see if I can switch. Thanks again for the great info video.

[@woofman4796]

you could get a heavy-ish guage piece of sheet metal and blank off your wheel well area, it looks like metal frame to tuck a piece behind on the bottm and a couple of short, loctited screws should do the trick

[@deerhunt1195]

On your 2018 maverick trail have you figured out how to reset the maintenance schedule on mine l have to go to dealer to get it reset have tried all the crazy combinations of switches to no avail.thanks Ron

[@MyATVlife]

In the manual it tells you how to do it, I don't have the info in from of me. Difference from the manual is start with the high beams on

[@reginaldoppenheimer334]

Great video ! I’ve been eyeballing these for a while. With a kid on the way I’m debating between this and a 4 seater but I really wanted to stay with a 50”.

[@deancrystalr7439]

I wanted the Maverick Trail, but where I am they are sold out with the next delivery date in late August and no guarantee they will have enough. So I ordered the RZR Trail Ultimate because Polaris was willing to do pre-orders and the delivery date is a lot sooner. It does have the ability to unlock the rear differential which I remembered you mentioning in this video and one of your earliest videos. Love your videos and look forward to seeing more.

[@MyATVlife]

I appreciate that, Thank You ! The new RZR Trail Ultimate looks like an amazing machine ! Congratulations ! We got lucky I think when we ordered Jr's machine back in January. It only took about a month to get. It did show up with the wrong doors on it though 🤣 seriously, black doors on a camo machine 🤣, but the dealer took care of it. I don't blame you for not waiting, and I think you will be very happy with the RZR. And yes, the unlocking rear diff is huge for me. Im hoping that Can Am brings it back at some point.

[@darinfarnham3659]

Excellent video - a question I have, does your 2018 have a "Lag/Delay/" type scenario when STARTING ? Mine has had that low/dead battery feel and hesitation when turning the key from day one. Until today unfortunately, it has always started. Looks like I need to tear down into the Battery and possibly Starter/Connections ?? I noticed in video the new machine appears to turn over instantaneously... THANK YOU for any feedback

[@MyATVlife]

The factory battery has always felt sluggish when turning over, but that may just be how the machine is. When I started my machine for the first time with the larger battery it really didn't sound any different.

[@ncbrothad]

I’m glad you said that..I thought mine was the only one

[@EastCoastATV]

Very comprehensive video. I'm glad they put more information on the digital cluster for 21. I hate tiny chintzy clusters that many atv companies are putting on their machines these days. I think it's time the government mandates that side by side makers have metal behind the front wheels and floorboards for protection. I've heard of far too many people having large sticks/branches coming through the footwell, and floor boards and injuring people. In fact it happened to a friend of mine just this weekend on his Polaris Ranger. A 2" diameter branch came up through the floorboard on the passenger side where his son was sitting. Luckily no one got hurt.

[@MyATVlife]

Scary to think about. That's one of my biggest fears while out riding.

[@ric03014]

Sliver seat contrast happened to the 2019 machines.

[@maraudermitchelli]

I ordered a rzr trail ultimate, I hope it’s as good as your maverick. My 2021 rzr pro is amazing. Stay healthy 🙂

[@MyATVlife]

The new Trail Ultimates look like amazing machines. I've seen a few at my local dealer, but I didn't get there in time to really look it over before it sold. Just want to see one up close. 👍 Congratulations ! I think you'll be very happy with it.

[@maraudermitchelli]

@@MyATVlife Hopefully i'll have mine in a month and i'll post some videos...they will not be as scenic as yours. You do a great job stay healthy keep uploading.

[@MyATVlife]

We appreciate that, thank You !

[@woofman4796]

i agree about the stock tires,, thankfully we live in florida,, just sandy trails, but we want to go to hatfield/mccoy 1 day,, definitely need better tires

[@HACKEMRC]

Nice review. 2018 for the win. The rear unlocking diff is a huge plus. Turning, a lot of trail systems have you take sections of road. Very beneficial to machine. The footwell can be addressed. I added a piece of thick rubber cut to fit. Solved issue. The 2021 display is nicer for sure. The trail is a great machine in the 50” segment.

[@MyATVlife]

Agree. I would buy a 2021 if I had too, but I don't think I'd trade me 2018 for one. 👍

[@bobpierce4324]

Hi, great video. I have a question about the low fuel light with one bar on the gauge. When the light comes on I went to put gas in it only took 6.5 gallons which means that there is about 3.5 gallons still in the machine with the light on. Do experience this with your machines?

[@MyATVlife]

I have always had that problem, and everyone I know has that problem. The fuel gauge is notoriously inaccurate. It mostly (seems) to have to do with the shape of the fuel tank. It's kind of a triangle. The bottom "half" is bigger than the top "half". I've been over 130 miles on a tank of fuel. Fuel light on and nothing reading on the gauge and still had a couple of gallons in it. So I know I can easily do 130 miles on a tank (done that twice) and I usually carry a few gallons of extra fuel with me too, so I don't really rely on the gauge anymore. My trip meter is my fuel gauge. 👍

[@bobpierce4324]

@@MyATVlife thanks for your reply.

[@JRT3000]

Great video i enjoy it alot . i purchase a 2021 maverick trail 800 .. what size of wheel your 2018 have .. can you send me a link of your mirror.. i luv the set up on your Can Am.. 🤗

[@MyATVlife]

Factory aluminum wheels with 27x9-12 Tusk Terrabite tires. Mirrors are kind of a mixed bag. The mirrors themselves are Seizmik Pursuit while the mounts are from some Can Am mirrors. A friend of mine had an extra set of mounts laying around so I modified them to fit with the Seizmik mirrors. The mirrors come with a clamp the attached to the roll bar. I really like Seizmik. They have a no questions asked lifetime warranty.

[@ronniec2667]

We have a 2020 maverick trail in black it also has the seat trim.

[@TheRJHawkins]

Great Video Jason, riding with your family is the best experience ever. I do have one question since you have multi years of the trail. Is the skid plates the same in thickness and composite. On my 2020 I’ve smacked it hard and thought I drove a spike into it, but mine is barely scratched.

[@MyATVlife]

They look and feel the same to me. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Seems like the luck more than anything else. I have hit mine HARD several times. I've heard sounds coming from underneath that made me cringe, but my skid is still intact, no cracks (other than my dead pedal). Others have cracked and broken theirs doing much less than me, so I don't know...

[@TheRJHawkins]

@@MyATVlife I have heard some noises that sounded bad but on inspection I couldn’t find anything that would indicate a break or crack. That’s exactly why I asked the question, our experiences seem to be the same. ( no cracks or stick damage for me yet). A lot of people have had some kind of failure on the skid plate. I’ve found the skid plate adequate but have yet experienced the failure so many people have experienced. I was wondering, hoping that BRP upgraded the plate on the 2020 and newer models, thinking this would explain my experience. Thank you for looking.

[@thomasguthrie5938]

What are the wheel well guards called and do the fit on the 2019 model? We've driven the Piute Trail twice, access from Marysville. Have you driven the trails out of Richfield?

[@MyATVlife]

I have ridden the northern half of the Paiute from Richfield. I prefer the lower half, but I do like to see the North end now and then. I'm not sure what the guards are called, but I know Can Am offers them. But if I remember right they are for 2020 and up, could be wrong. Have no idea what the part number is, sorry. P.S. the KOA in Richfield is awesome ! Ride right out of camp and into the trails. 👍

[@samsungtaco11]

Does your maverick makes a beeping noise when you turn off the machine? I have a 2019 Maverick sport xrc and sometimes it makes a beeping noise when i shut off the engine. (not all the time) Driving me crazy.

[@MyATVlife]

I've never heard any beeping sound when I shut mine off. I can't even think of what that could be. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@samsungtaco11]

@@MyATVlife thanks for the reply. You guys have some beautiful trails. Maybe one day i can make a trip out there. Keep up with those great videos!

[@user-FishermanRick]

Important question about the 2018 rear diff. The Polaris Turf and Honda Pioneer when unlocked only power the right rear wheel like a go cart. When unlocked is this 2018 a true open diff that powers both wheels? I'm sure you know this but to check, jack up the rear and turn a tire, if the other tire rotates in the opposite direction it's an open diff. TY.

[@MyATVlife]

Open diff. Yup. 👍 when unlocked power will shift from side to side.

[@twig7105]

How are the belts? Do you have belt maintenance? Have you had to replace the belt yet on your 18? Thanks

[@MyATVlife]

I replaced my belt at about 3500 miles. The original belt still looked fine and probably would have lasted a lot longer. I now keep the stock belt as a spare. Up to that point I had never even taken the belt cover off. I know lots of people that take their cover off and blow out the clutches, but I didn't even do that.

[@majerstud]

According to the "build your own" on the Can-Am website, the 2021 Trail can be ordered with the Smart-Lok package (at significant expense). Perhaps that's the reason they did away with the unlocking differential? They want you to pay for the upgrade!

[@MyATVlife]

Not totally sure, but I'll bet that's the front diff. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@majerstud]

@@MyATVlife Yes, it is-good point.

[@Chase_is_a_race]

You need more subscribers. Good informative video!

[@MyATVlife]

Thank You !

[@woofman4796]

we want a maverick trail, in camo of course

[@DM-xg4ws]

What are you using to clean the inside of your Mav Trail! That thing still looks like new?

[@MyATVlife]

I did a video a while back of how I wash my MT. I do the inside right along with the outside. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZTWY2SJjtuhpq8

[@mikea4074]

I looked at the trail........and liked it except the foot rest........if it wouldn't have had that I would have bought ti

[@marbles05]

Do you ever feel like you would want the 1000?

[@MyATVlife]

These are both 1000 DPS models

[@Fundytrail]

Did they change the placement of the inside door release handle?

[@MyATVlife]

Still in the same place

[@exaltedstinger1431]

I'm debating between the Maverick Trail and Honda Pioneer 700. Any thoughts?

[@MyATVlife]

Well, for me the Pioneer wouldn't work because it's over 50 inches wide. But if you live and ride in an area without 50 inch trails that won't be an issue. I have no experience with the Pioneer so I can only go off of what others have said. People I know that have used both always say the Can Am is more comfortable and a smoother ride, and a lot more power. But with the Honda you get simplicity and proven reliability. I've always admired Honda, but they've always felt underpowered to me. Ultimately you'll just have to drive both and see which one feels better to you. 👍

[@oldbuzzardvideo1399]

No!!!!! No forgiveness for removing the turf mode! Can Am listen! Polaris brought theirs back. You should too. The unit is light to begin with and locking the differential makes the understeer even worse! Still, the most comfortable best trimmed 50 inch out there..

[@MyATVlife]

Almost. Just, almost. 👍

[@UTVonDemand]

Thanks for the video. Learned something new.

[@MyATVlife]

Thanks For Watching !

[@brentbusick2245]

For me the decision on the 50” VS 60”+ question has been 2 person comfort and room. I’m still an atv guy. For now lol

[@MyATVlife]

The Maverick Trail (for me and my wife) has just barely enough room to be comfortable, barely. I still love my ATV, but we have found after a 100 mile day we don't feel nearly as beat up in the SXS as we do on the ATV, but in many ways I still love my ATV. 👍

[@brentbusick2245]

@@MyATVlife I love my Grizzly. I don’t know if I’ll ever be without an atv in my garage even after buying a side by side.

[@psycholordb7811]

I just found a 2021 maverick trail 800r dps a dealer had just got in still in the crate I bought it unseen I pick it up next week, what does "r" mean in 800r?

[@MyATVlife]

Sounds like maybe the dealer made a mistake. I've never heard of a Maverick Trail "R" in a 1000 or a 800. The "R" is available in the Maverick Sport 1000 (the R is 100hp compared to 75 in the 1000 ), but I've never heard of a 800 R 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@stevee2923]

I found on the 2018 seat height was too low as looking over the hood and front rack was a little obstructed. Does the 2021 seat height seem a bit higher?

[@MyATVlife]

If it is higher, it's not enough that I noticed it. Feels the same to me

[@srm360wxc]

On the display of the 2021 it showed the rear diff with a lock symbol like it could be unlocked. Could the diff lock be in the display like the eco mode?

[@MyATVlife]

European models still have the unlocking rear diff. Probably in the software for the display. From what I can tell (and what I hear) the mechanical pieces of the rear diff are actually missing in the US models. Maybe same display for both, but different mechanics in the rear diff.

[@woofman4796]

this is my first time seeing you,, what state are you in, we're in west central florida

[@MyATVlife]

SE Idaho 👍

[@woofman4796]

@@MyATVlife cool, thank-you,, beautiful state,, we want to go to piute 1 day too

[@ric03014]

Does the 2021 reset "engine maintenance" reminder through the gauge? Or is it through the light toggle switch still? My machine is nearly impossible to reset through the toggle.

[@MyATVlife]

Pretty sure that process is still the same.

[@bgunter3]

I still can’t figure out how to reset the maintenance reminder on my 2018 Maverick Trail. I’m left with a friendly reminder every time that I crank it that I don’t know how to reset it.

[@MyATVlife]

The process is in the manual how to reset it, BUT what the don't mention is start with the high beams ON then do the procedure. That works for me every time. 👍

[@all_out_of_bubble_gum]

Please, could you Tell me If the Sport 1000r would be possibly the perfekt SSV for beginners? Most Important for me is that the Car has as little tendency to flip as possibel. I would Like to drive that Car only on flat Undergrounds Like Sand, Gravel, and fast Corners. So the question is also If the 60" are Safe enough to Take fast Sharp Corners???? I know, EVERYTHING depends to Training and experience 😉. So would you recommend the Sport 1000 or some 64" Car ? I also mantioned the Polaris RS1, but this is a Higher Level and maybe for more experienced Guys.

[@MyATVlife]

I tell everyone, if you don't NEED a 50 inch machine don't buy one. Wider machines are much more stable, they ride better, have better articulation, everything. If you don't have 50 inch trails to deal with in your area, but the Sport for sure. They'll all tip over if you push them beyond their limits, but the Sport you can push a little harder. 👍

[@donrichter3523]

Isn't the length an issue on 50” wide trials. I’ve got to imagine there’s a lot of 3-pt turns. Maybe I focus too much on the negatives...

[@MyATVlife]

Occasionally yes, I come up to a tight section and have to do a three point turn, but it's rare. The other 99% of the time it's nice having the extra room in the cab and having the comfortable ride that you get from the longer wheelbase. The pros definitely outweigh the cons.

[@idahoblessing]

We have the XRC and I feel all utv's would benefit from a "turf mod".

[@MyATVlife]

Agreed

[@tpike46w]

So are both of these machines the 1000 DPS or the 800

[@MyATVlife]

Both are 1000 DPS

[@Captndarty]

You’re likely comparing two different model trims. Cheaper ones won’t have the same 4x4 options. My 23 commander XTP has the turf mode and signature lights. Basically the same cab as the Maverick

[@MyATVlife]

I'm not. These are the same machine in different colors. These are features that have been dropped in current model years.

[@Captndarty]

@@MyATVlife maybe it’s because the trail is the bottom base model? Are there higher trim lines in the trail that offer them?

[@MyATVlife]

No. There are only two models of the trail and neither come with turf mode or signature lights.

[@kong3]

My blue 21 has the seat trim.

[@HighCountryRambler]

Best thing I like

[@brantdiabo229]

Hey! I'm looking into buying the Linq Audio Box for my Maverick traill. Have you had any experience with any kind of cargo box for the maverick trail? I'm not too sure if I would have to purchase anything else to mount it in the cargo bed. Please help!

[@MyATVlife]

Only experience I have is with the Ryfab cargo box. I've never really dealt with any of the Can Am boxes. From my limited experience with other Can Am accessories I can say they've all been very well built, fit extremely well, but are overpriced for what you get in my opinion.

[@donaldkus2866]

Do you know how to reset the maintenance required on the display i can't get rid of it

[@ric03014]

Very common issue. Join the Facebook page for these machines. Several suggestions there.

[@MyATVlife]

There is a process on how to do it in the owners manual, BUT they leave out one important step. Start the process with the high beams ON then go back and forth. The manual says to flash the headlights on. In reality you are flashing them off. 👍

[@thomasguthrie5938]

@@MyATVlife What are your thoughts on the shock lift kit and the hub spacers for extra width? It would be nice to have a few more inches of clearance, but these 50" jobs seem rather sketchy on angles. We have rolled both of our over on their sides so adding height makes me a bit nervous.

[@MyATVlife]

Most people I know that put a bracket style lift didn't really like it. Makes it ride really stiff. That's all subjective I suppose. Some people are ok with the trade off of clearance vs ride quality. I'm personally not a fan of wheel spacers, but a lot of guys do run them. Maybe best might just be a wheel with more offset (5+2 or 4+3) and a larger tire (28 or 29). Would get you added width plus a bit more ground clearance without sacrificing ride quality as much... just a thought.

[@woofman4796]

we have a 2015 can-am outlander max xt 1000 2 up, in camo, we love it

[@roakie9778]

2021 RZR trail brought back turf mode

[@MyATVlife]

Yeah they did. I wish Can Am would bring it back.

[@hoggetteroutdoors5723]

You said you bought the extented warranty for your 2018, But Would you buy the extended warranty for a 2021 trail ???

[@MyATVlife]

My son did buy the extended warranty for this 2021. It's kind of a tough call. I didn't need to use my warranty at all, but I know people that have used theirs. He bought it mostly just for the peace of mind.

[@hoggetteroutdoors5723]

Did your son‘s 2021 Can-Am come with a drive belt clutch release tool for changing the belt? I just received my brand new trail and I can’t believe it didn’t have a tool in the glovebox. The bolt that threads into the tool is in the little pouch with all the other little small miscellaneous tools but clutch release socket.

[@MyATVlife]

It did not. I asked the dealer about it when we picked it up and he says they don't include them with the machine anymore. My 2018 came with one. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@rugby3874]

All utvs should have turf mode, ATV's should have turf mode to

[@MyATVlife]

Agreed. Especially the 2-up ATVs. 👍

[@tonyronquillo2246]

Let's ride!!

[@MyATVlife]

😎👍

[@popeluke6885]

i bought one for my wife have it jacked up 2 inches on 30 inch mud tires with a Yoshimura exhaust if anyone wants to buy it hmu ill never buy another 50 inch machine thats the only real problem its tippy and trying to keep up with my pro xp is impossible its just not made for what we want

[@loganbrowning2975]

Don't the lights come on dps models

[@MyATVlife]

As far as I can tell, no. Not since the 2019models. The 2021 here is a DPS model and it didn’t have them. And from what I can tell the 2020’s didn’t either.

[@brentbusick2245]

I realize if you drive like an idiot it won’t matter if you’re driving a 65” wide or a 50” you can easily roll em over. How is the 50” for stability on a little higher speeds sections?

[@MyATVlife]

It's good ! Actually feels pretty stable. Just had to learn to slow down before the turn and accelerate through.

[@brentbusick2245]

@@MyATVlife thanks for the info. Much appreciated

[@tonyhutchison8183]

You must be rich having 2 of them

[@MyATVlife]

The 2021 belongs to my oldest son. I certainly cannot afford two of them.

[@abouttime5000]

Bombardier is cutting their losses everywhere. Those cuts must be affecting their products as well.

[@kong3]

I suspect they took off the rear lock option because they were loosing rear cuffs? Alot of really new to the sport folks and some punch that button while wheels still turning. I think by putting the front in the display it will stop punching the front lock on a toggle also. I've had to explain it to alot of people.

[@GetlostwithKenny]

BRP is no longer part of Bombardier. Haven’t been for some time

[@MyATVlife]

I agree it's probably cost cutting, but I also agree with Kong in I suspect they had a few warranty claims from people that used it incorrectly and broke it. Probably both.

[@williamsandlin8330]

I think that you should wake up and take the time to drink your coffee.....

[@MyATVlife]

I'm multitasking

[@williamsandlin8330]

Okay if you say so.