I beleive the digital gauge and turf mode

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Lots of confusion on this. The EPS versions only list the Digital Display, NOT the Interactive display, which has the bluetooth and GPS system. NO turf Mode, NO EBS, and NO LED headlights. So the $2K difference, at least the way I am reading it, only includes EPS, and of course the long travel 60" appropriate A Arms and axles. Hmmmmm.

 

Im with you steve dont see the 2000 difference with only eps and graphics being different... The other guys are confusing the s model to the xc.. I would just buy the regualr s model and slap the eps on later.

 

I have a 2013 S and hope the eps is better on 2015. Way to light. Prefer the wifes 570 std steering. I have 800 miles in the S this year and still over steer out of corners. Can't get use to it when switching back and forth. If not changed I will get non eps next time.

 

I called my dealer and he didn't know either but will do some diggin. I think the non eps is the way to go for the money.

 

At this point, the specs aren't comparing apples to apples as far as the words are concerned. "Aggressive Styling" is listed for one model, but not the other. Yet they have the same body panels. Maybe we are missing something on the side by side comparison lists, but $2K difference for graphics and EPS?
I installed one of the very first aftermarket EPS units on my RZR in 2010, and I won't own or drive another machine without it.
Maybe Polaris will tweak their site to reveal more differences between the 2 models.

 

It depends on the your type of riding but if you are a desert rider like me I think EPS not important. You can buy an aftermarket one from a vendor here for much cheaper. If it's onyl graphics and EPS I would save your money.

 

If that is truly the only difference then their is no way that is worth $2000 IMO.

I personally don't really like the eps anyway, i think it makes the steering wheel too light.
but i do like the eps red graphics haha! figures...

If your running strictly rocks or something i could see eps being a must have because it is all low speed low gear driving which is when steering is the hardest and it helps remove the hard jerks and bumps from the steering wheel when the tire grabs or bounces off rocks or ruts and stuff.

 

Eps has typically been 1300 more than a non eps machine. With the new models they are probably testing to see if the market will bear a little more. That price will come down in a few months.

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I agree with the OP the only thing you are getting for 2K is different color/graphics and EPS. So if you can turn a wrench aftermarket is definitely cheaper. The only models that have the digital display from factory are the 900XC and the XP1K Desert Edition and they are both interactive. If you have never had EPS you can live without it if you have had EPS then you already know it's the only way to go.

 

Jeremy, buy the 900 S EPS, and bring it down for us to try out LDW!!

 

I don't see that happening Steve-O I can't go backwards power wise if I need the narrower width there are options for my current ride. However I do think you & Feather would look absolutely stunning in a new XC !!!

 

So the price difference is really $1800 and all I see is couple more stickers, colored springs, two tone seats and of course EPS. Hopefully that's it cause I want the white one!

 

The only complaint I had when I tested the 900 S this spring was the eps was too light and had zero feedback , however I don't have eps on either one of ours so maybe that was normal but it would take a while for me to adjust (I didn't let outta the loud pedal testing)

 

So would you say yes to the 900S?I'm selling my 800S and have plans on buying one


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For tight, rugged trail riding, I really enjoy the power steering. Of course its not needed for high speed wide open spaces. I'll get PS on my next ride.

 

snow man if what I tested (suspension, clutching etc) is what is actually delivered , Absolutely ! It was a very nice machine and power/suspension was pretty close to the xp900 , the bigger cab area , better seats was a nice improvement.

 

Thanks for the info, I highly appreciate it !!!!


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With the PS models, you get the HP AWD, driver's side seat slider, and upgraded steering wheel.

The new High Performance AWD seamlessly engages both front wheels with full torque to pull the vehicle over washboards and whoops, and maintain the line all the way through corners.

 

polaris has only one awd system I am aware of. sounds like eps, seat slider, and a steering wheel upgrade for $1,800

With the PS models, you get the HP AWD, driver's side seat slider, and upgraded steering wheel.

The new High Performance AWD seamlessly engages both front wheels with full torque to pull the vehicle over washboards and whoops, and maintain the line all the way through corners.

 

The tires also looked like a better trail design vs the xct that came on mine , aggressive deeper tread but closer together , my xct's only lasted about 600 miles before the rears were shot riding at HM . I deliberately rode both of ours on a decent little trail by my house 2 days before the trial . The trial was held at an off road park that has heavy sand and rocks (it was on silica sand rd) . I was able to make 2 laps in the 900S and the second lap I really tried to maximize the machine . I would let our leader get a little ahead of me and then really push it in corners and whoops , the 800S bottomed very quickly and hard in the whoop section and I had to let off , I stayed in it until I had to let off for a corner with the 900 and it did bottom but it was a gentle thud , not a teeth rattler. The power/suspension is matched pretty well and felt pretty nimble. Also we had 2+ inches of rain the previous day and I hit a couple deep water holes hard testing the waterproofing - it was , I wasn't ..

 

Sounds great,I'm ready to retire my old 800s she's been a good one but I'm ready for more HP(and a new toy)
Time too start calling dealers around me too see when there going too have them in stock ?


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Timmi look at the sportsman 1000 and the sportsman 570sp in the description on the polaris website. Mentions of some kind of new close ratio awd system for better control.

Heres what it says for sportsman .

HIGH PERFORMANCE CLOSE RATIO ON-DEMAND AWD

The best just got better, the high-performance close ratio AWD system engages all four tires faster than ever when you need more traction. Works with the EPS system to provide Sportsman signature handling and reverts back to 2WD when you’re back on solid ground.

 

ok I was wondering where that quote came from, thanks! maybe it's like the can am qe system

 

But still i dont see 1800$ yet difference. Im the only driver so seat slider isnt a big deal. 95% of all my riding is in 2wd so a better awd system isnt needed. The power steering would be a nice upgrade but could do it myself for way cheaper.

 

I asked frank in the announcement thread and he looked into the base S for me and said it has a drivers side seat adjuster.

 

Well that marks one more difference off the list. So looks like now its more color choices, eps, and a possible better awd system. I do remember frank mentioning that the 50" 900 models DO NOT have slider bases i guess its good that all the s model do include it.

 

900 S EPS has painted body, two tone seats, painted spring and EPS. I can see all that being $1800. This is what dealer told me.

 

Guess we all are still wondering what the differences are but it I do see that the high-performance close ratio AWD system comes with the RZR S EPS machine. So with that and EPS and better color options I can see that being where the $1800 increase comes from over the non-EPS model.

I want to see every color in person before I decide which one I want.

 

Well if you buy the power steering from polaris as an after purchase add on its $1300. The new all wheel drive set-up is on all 900s