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2012 Polaris 600 Switchback
VERSATILITY JUST GOT MORE COMFORTABLE.
The heart of a RUSH and the soul of a crossover. The Switchback features a PRORIDE chassis for balanced handling and a progressive-rate rear suspension that virtually eliminates “spine tinglers”. Calibrated for ideal on-trail performance, but still off-trail capable — with a wider sweet spot that requires less adjustment.
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Features
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Switchback Comfort Seat - Take the best seat in the house. A wider more comfortable seat that provides an ideal blend of cushion and support. The Switchback seat height also allows the rider to easily transition from seated to standing as the conditions dictate.
Race-Proven Front Suspension - Lighter steering, sharper cornering. Developed in conjunction with the Polaris Racing program. Its performance and durability were proven in extensive on- and off-track testing, and the new IFS delivers significantly enhanced handling with flatter, more precise cornering and 20% reduced steering effort.
FOX HPG Shocks - These HPG (High Performance Gas) shocks are used in the front and rear suspension for outstanding bump control and consistent, fade-free performance.
Ripsaw 1.25” Track - 1.25” RipSaw track delivers awesome traction and control. Integrated tunnel protection allows you to stud up to a 1.75" track.
136" Pro-Ride Rear Suspension - Chatter bumps? What chatter bumps? The skid that you asked for. All the positive attributes of the industry’s only progressive-rate rear suspension with the added flotation and bump-bridging characteristics of a 136” to deliver 50% better ride in the chatter. Virtually eliminates “spine tinglers” on trail, floats off-trail.
Integrated Tunnel Protection - Integrated stud protection for up to 1.75” lug plus 3/8” stud.
2012 Polaris 600 Switchback
Specifications
Engine
- Fuel Capacity
- 11 gal (41.7 L)
- Engine
- Liberty
- Cooling
- Liquid
- Cylinders
- 2
- Displacement
- 599 cc
- Bore x Stroke
- 77.25 x 64 mm
- Exhaust
- SC VES, Single
- Fuel System
- Cleanfire Injection
- Fuel Gauge
- Digital MFD
Transmission
- Clutch
- (Driven) P2
- Reverse
- PERC
- Drive
- P-85
- Ignition
- Digital CDI w/TPS, WTS, DET
Chassis
- Suspension Front
- Pro-Ride
- Front Travel
- 9 in (22.9 cm)
- Front Shocks
- Fox, IFP
- Suspension Rear
- Pro-Ride
- Rear Travel
- 14 in (35 cm)
- Ski Center Distance
- 42.5 in (108 cm)
- Disc Brake Type
- Phantom, Hydraulic
- Ski Type
- Rush
- Front Track Shock
- Fox, IFP
- Rear Track Shock
- Fox, IFP
- Steering
- Fixed- 3.5" (89mm) Riser
Dimensions
- Dry Weight
- 489 lbs (222 kg)
- Length
- 115 in (292 cm)
- Width
- 48 in (122 cm)
- Height
- 48 in (122 cm)
- Track W/L/H (in.)
- 15 x 136 x 1.25 RipSaw
General Information
- Speedometer
- Digital MFD
- Tachometer
- Digital MFD
- Seat
- Pro-Ride Adventure
- Windshield
- Low, mid or tall
- Temperature Gauge
- Digital MFD
- Standard
- Handlebar Hooks (adjustable); Hand & Thumb Warmers (adjustable)
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