I have an RS1 currently, but I'm considering getting something else and keeping my RS1 as a 2nd machine. I don't really want to go to 72" or larger models because I really don't want to get a different trailer. I'm considering the Pro XP, X3 turbo, and the KRX....There are things I like and dislike about each...My question to you guys is what do you think of your Pro XPs? What are the drawbacks you have noticed? I will only be looking at base models so I don't really need any info on the Dynamix or fancy displays etc...More looking for info like ease of maintenance, durability, build quality etc. Thanks.
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I added the wolfsnout kit and rear firewall insulation to my pxp4 and run half windshields. The SATV version with its kick-up edge blocks significant airflow, but not to the level of a full windshield. I can wear a baseball hat forward and it won’t blow off. The Assault Industries doesn’t have a kick-up at the edge and flows more air than the SATV, but less than no windshield at all. If I’m wearing a hat, it needs to be on backwards or there’s a high likelihood I’ll lose it. With either windshield the temp inside is essentially ambient. Some warmth is felt when the radiator fan is running, but nothing unbearable. Dust isn’t really a problem with either, and I choose which I use based on the weather conditions.
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I run a half windshield, no rear windshield, and before the Wolfsnout kit it was hot and an ice cold can in the cup holders would be hotter than hottub water in less than 5mins and undrinkable. Now that I also have the back heatshield, you cannot touch between the shield and the rear firewall, the plastic is that hot.
As I stated earlier, and I have not experienced it, I was told from a buddy that the X3 is even worse than the Pro XP and is why he got rid of it.
Yup no windshield, all they do is bring up the heat and get scratched, muddy and your always having to stop and clean it, I’m sure it has its useful applications but nothing could justify me adding a full windshield for the aforementioned reasons.
Also I don’t have wolf snout or any heat blocking and I don’t see what everyone is fussing about, not once have I been so uncomfortable in my ride that I felt I needed to spend more money to mitigate that.
So far my mods are: roof, 5500 winch, door valances, soundbar, gps.
My coming mods are: tree kickers, skid plates, bumpers, tires
As for the tires (like others stated) the carnivores are okay at best, for me it’s the fact that the rears are literally falling apart, actual pieces of tires clumping off. Definitely upgrading these.
So far my mods are: roof, 5500 winch, door valances, soundbar, gps.
My coming mods are: tree kickers, skid plates, bumpers, tires
As for the tires (like others stated) the carnivores are okay at best, for me it’s the fact that the rears are literally falling apart, actual pieces of tires clumping off. Definitely upgrading these.
Maybe the difference for you is where or how you are riding. We are East Coast. So steep, muddy, and slow going.
If I were out West blasting across fire roads at 40-50, the airflow would keep the heat from building up in the cabin.
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RPM "Cooler" Air Vent Kit - Universal UTV Cab Cooling Kit
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RPM "Cooler" Air Vent Kit - Universal UTV Cab Cooling Kit
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I primarily rock craw and ride really rough technical trails where I am going very slow. I rarely ever get out of low gear. 90% of the miles on my machine are in low. I also ride with a glass windshield so it gets hot. If you are going to use a windshield the key is big air vents to let in fresh air. One of the first things I did when I got the machine home was strip it down and insulate the aluminum radiator and heat exchanger lines with foam wrap. I then installed the FULL Wolfsnout kit along with the rear firewall insulation. I covered the inside of all the console panels with heat reflecting material. There are several holes in the firewall down by the rear suspension mounts that I also filled with foam. Those holes allow hot air to go directly down the center tunnel. All of these mods helped a ton. I found a company called Adventure Products out of Oregon and they make several very nice products. I got their center console cover and it works amazing. With the Wolfsnout kit and the Adventure products cover drinks stay cold in the center console cup holders. I live in southern Arizona where it gets hotter than you can imagine and I can still ride all summer if I want to. It gets pretty warm but is tolerable. Without these mods I would not be able to ride.
I am interested in drinks staying cold longer in the cup holder! You said the combination of both kits gave you that?
It depends on what else you do. All of these things are are going to change something ie add a front windshield and the wind in front changes… But then you add a rear window, the rear window is wider than the front so it creates this crazy vacuum sucking in dust and heat from everywhere!
Also is going to depend on how fast you are driving along with whatever you have done… My worst heat and dust are at around 45 mph open road. It’s not just wind, it’s also something with the engine there is something on the front side of the engine that blows hot air directly at the firewall - I was told it was something with the CVT but haven’t pulled the panels off to check it out yet.
Put it in park and remove that insert in the armrest box then throttle it and you will feel that hot air powering in!
One of those grab bar cup holders might be your best solution.
Also is going to depend on how fast you are driving along with whatever you have done… My worst heat and dust are at around 45 mph open road. It’s not just wind, it’s also something with the engine there is something on the front side of the engine that blows hot air directly at the firewall - I was told it was something with the CVT but haven’t pulled the panels off to check it out yet.
Put it in park and remove that insert in the armrest box then throttle it and you will feel that hot air powering in!
One of those grab bar cup holders might be your best solution.
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Cool Cab Kit FOR RZR Pro XP - Wolfsnout This is all that is needed to keep the cup holders cold, and it will help in multiple other ways.
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One of my favorite things about the RS1 is that it stays nice and cool. I really hate the heat...Maybe getting a different machine is not in the cards. I was hoping without a windshield the Pro XP would be nice and cool, but it sounds like either way it's still hot.
No windshield and the Cool Cab Kit you should be golden. At least I think, others that run that way can chime in - my primary use is in inclement weather in the mountains so I’m fully enclosed… You start adding windshields and enclosures then you have to start addressing issues.
I like my xp pro after 4500 miles. I had the same problem with heat and dust in the cab as we have a full windshield. I installed the Wolfsnout insulation kit and it helped somewhat with the heat but not with the dust. I found these side vents at RM and installed them. It ended up being the best $100.00 improvement. Gone is most of the heat and dust. Tusk Wing Vent Kit | Parts & Accessories | Rocky Mountain ATV/MC
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I am currently replacing all the bushings etc. in my RZR 1000 S. I am adding grease fittings now, something the KRX comes with….
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First I just had the Wolfsnout kit installed. I also wrapped some stick on reflective material I found at Lowes. I also applied the reflective material on the inside of my center console panels. Next time you go riding pull out the cup holders and you will see how much hot air goes down the center tunnel. If you look on the front firewall down in the middle where the driveshaft and all of the coolant lines are there is a big hole that acts as a air scoop. When the radiator fan comes on it just blows hot air right down the tunnel. I took a foam pad that I got from the home depot gardening section and cut a piece to fit in that hole and block most of it off. You can wedge it right against the firewall between the frame that is there. I took some black gorilla tape and covered the foam and it has been there for 2k miles. That stops most of the air from going down the tunnel. Get the whole Wolfsnout kit with all the front block offs and the rear firewall. Use a lot of gorilla duct tape when you install the kit. This will cut the heat in the cab greatly. I also added a center console cover from Adventure Products PRO XP/TURBO R-Front Seat Center Console Heat Shield EXCLUSIVE ITEM! | adventureproductsusa . I have a 4 seat and I think I am going to order one for the rear console as well. I also have a set of their regular XP Rzr door bags mounted on my rear Moto Armor doors. They make great products. The center console cover has insulated drink holders that fit inside the regular drink holders. I can still fit my large Yeti cup in the cup holder. I also added another cup holder on the passenger grab handle and never have to worry about my drinks getting hot. I got it from a guy named Rob Silence. Look him up on facebook if you are interested in getting one. I can now rest my leg up against the center console without getting hot. I can also rest my hand on the shifter without it burning the crap out of me. I changed from a NRP shifter to a Viper shifter for that very reason. The billet viper shifter doesn't get hot like the NRP did. Hope this helps anyone who is looking for ways to make their machine fit to ride in the summer heat.
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