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Arctic Cat releases pair of 2016 snowmobiles at Haydays

Arctic Cat released the ZR 6000 R SX and ZR 6000 R XC at the annual Hay Days event over the weekend. The 2016 technical specifications are as follows:

ZR6000RSX copy 

2016 ZR 6000 R SX Race Updates

  • ProCross Chassis Design with Race Features
- Improved rear spar tunnel mounting brackets – Reinforced foot pocket
- Optional X-32 brake mounting features added
  • 2.52” Pitch 9 tooth Track Drive shaft assembly, required for new track
  • New 2.52” Pitch 129”x15”x1.75” SX track with 20% more effective lugs with optimized weight for improved traction and performance
  • Race Proven Brake Caliper and Pads for improved wear and increased stopping power
- New brake pads with increased backer thickness for improved durability

New Lightweight Stainless 2-pc brake disc for improved stopping power and reduced warping

  • FOX 1.5 ZERO C Center Track Shock with wide range hand adjustable compression
- Revised Calibration for improved handling
  • New Rear Arm Adjust “Hole Shot” device for improved starting line traction and performance
  • Borg Warner Chain and Sprockets for reduced stretch, lower friction, and increased strength
  • New rear suspension rail cap for improved durability
  • New Lightweight Torque Sensing link arm for improved durability
  • New style retaining nuts in rear suspension for improved torque retention
  • New steering support for reduced weight
  • Revised driven clutch belt tensioner bolt for improved durability
  • Revised PTO Engine plate assembly and mount orientation for improved durability and reduced engine movement
  • Vent lines on carburetor have been removed
  • New resonator outlet seal to prevent snow packing in belly pan
  • New exhaust temp sensor for improved durability
  • New bottom brake disc protector for improved brake cooling
  • Addition of L/H spar pad for engine snubbing • Revised chain case mounting and fasteners

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

  • Offset Ski spacers for Adjustable Ski Stance
  • High-Grip Seat Cover with Race Comfort Foam
  • Race Proven TEAM Secondary Clutch with Race Driven Shaft
  • FOX 2.0 ZERO RC Rear Track Shock with adjustable Compression and Rebound
  • Float 3 EVOL RC Ski shocks with wide range hand adjustable Compression and Rebound Adjust
  • Torque Overload Sensing (TOS) Bottom chain sprocket for eliminating spike loads into the drivetrain
2016 ZR 6000 R XC
2016 ZR 6000 R XC

2016 ZR 6000 R XC Race Updates

  • New Team Rapid Response Drive Clutch for improved durability and increased performance
  • Revised driven clutch belt tensioner bolt for improved durability
  • Borg Warner Chain and Sprockets for reduced stretch, lower friction, and increased strength
  • Revised chain case mounting and fasteners
  • Brake Pads friction material has changed back to T-124 for increased pad life
  • New rail for additional mounting holes for front arm shock (ice racing)
  • New style retaining nuts in rear suspension for improved torque retention
  • Revised Rear shock valving for improved handling and increased rebound control
  • New Lightweight Torque Sensing link arm for improved durability
  • Fully Clipped Cobra Track for improved ice racing performance
  • New ECM map for improved durability and performance
  • New Piston for improved durability
  • New exhaust system with lightweight resonator, and improved mounting, reducing weight by 7 lbs and reducing exhaust capping
  • New exhaust temp sensor for improved durability
  • New upper intake material reducing weight and increased durability, including the addition of a secondary intake screen for added protection
  • New steering support for reduced weight and moved location of the tether
  • Revised PTO Engine plate assembly and mount orientation for improved durability and reduced engine movement
  • Improved oil line routing from oil tank to engine to work around new exhaust system
  • New lightweight/high strength handlebar for reduced weight
  • New handlebar grips for improved rider ergos, increased heater efficiency, and increased durability
  • New bottom brake disc protector for improved brake cooling

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

  • Arctic Cat Built 2-stroke C-TEC2 engine with Electronic Fuel and Oil Injection
  • Stationary Clutch Guard with Spare Belt mounting
  • Offset Ski spacers for Adjustable Ski Stance
  • 2.86” Pitch 8 tooth Track Drive shaft for Added Ground Clearance
  • High-Grip Seat Cover with Race Comfort Foam
  • Torque Overload Sensing (TOS) Bottom chain sprocket for eliminating spike loads into the drivetrain
  • Race Proven Brake Caliper and Pads for improved wear and increased stopping power

 

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