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