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:

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 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