I know this has been discussed many times but I just thought I would throw out an idea I had when I was sleeping. why not put a 327 from an ace into one of these little things. its been done with other motors so why not go the Polaris route and keep it all Polaris. maybe i’m just pushing the boundries on the topic but I think the little buggy could be way better than what they are. 4×4 would be a plus, thought about that a lot too. like using an old rancher or a wrecked ace as a donor vehicle. I just want to see if others are interested in this topic/improvements.:sign_imwithstupid:

harness install, got some simple cheap harnesses and they are about 2 miles too long. the reason I got them was cause they are the simple seatbelt style latching that any 6 year old can operate. my real question was how are other people installing them and could I get some pics for ideas

Ok on the 170 the chain tensioner spring broke. I ordered a new one (man the spring by it’s self was a hard find). Anywhoo I can’t figure out how the darn thing goes on LOL.

Any one have avid or knowledge of such. The manual I have is useless. Internet searches pretty much useless also.

Thanks in advance…..

Ok on the 170 the chain tensioner spring broke. I ordered a new one (man the spring by it’s self was a hard find). Anywhoo I can’t figure out how the darn thing goes on LOL.

Any one have avid or knowledge of such. The manual I have is useless. Internet searches pretty much useless also.

Thanks in advance…..

I’m looking for a good used RZR 170 and am very new to them. I know the 15 and 16 models include EFI, but that is about all that I can tell that is different besides perhaps colors.

I’ve dealt with plenty of issues on small 50cc and 90cc ATV carbs so the EFI is very appealing. Just not a lot of used ones running around that are 15 and up models.

The forum seems to have mixed feedback on the carb versions. I can pick up a good used 09-13 for around $3k, but will spend almost $1500 more for a new one with the EFI.

Questions:
1) Any real changes of note from 09-14?
2) Anyone ever taken these to dealer and can tell me the ballpark cost for a replacement carb?
3) EFI owners – Are they worth it. Do they run great, did you have a carb before and upgraded for the EFI?

I’ve had good luck with my 250cc and 450cc ATV carbs, but in my experience the smaller the harder to keep them running. 170cc is a decent size so maybe these are reliable.

I like the idea of the bigger wheels and tires too so if we find one, might look for that as the first upgrade. Appreciate the feedback!

I’m looking for a good used RZR 170 and am very new to them. I know the 15 and 16 models include EFI, but that is about all that I can tell that is different besides perhaps colors.

I’ve dealt with plenty of issues on small 50cc and 90cc ATV carbs so the EFI is very appealing. Just not a lot of used ones running around that are 15 and up models.

The forum seems to have mixed feedback on the carb versions. I can pick up a good used 09-13 for around $3k, but will spend almost $1500 more for a new one with the EFI.

Questions:
1) Any real changes of note from 09-14?
2) Anyone ever taken these to dealer and can tell me the ballpark cost for a replacement carb?
3) EFI owners – Are they worth it. Do they run great, did you have a carb before and upgraded for the EFI?

I’ve had good luck with my 250cc and 450cc ATV carbs, but in my experience the smaller the harder to keep them running. 170cc is a decent size so maybe these are reliable.

I like the idea of the bigger wheels and tires too so if we find one, might look for that as the first upgrade. Appreciate the feedback!

to start off it is a 2015 efi rzr170. the reason for getting the efi was so I didn’t have to mess around with jetting when we go riding. any kid will tell you how boring it is just waiting to ride when you are looking at the trails and everyone else is on them. started with lights, swapped out the normal bulbs for LED’s for the power consumption drop and was able to put on the top lights. installed a toggle switch next to the steering wheel for those. next thing was tires. didn’t care about what looks good as much as caring about functioning on the multiple trail types, so I got a set of spacers and borrowed my buddies rancher wheels and tires. the only down side is rubbing because the fronts are 8" wide. the next was the intake for the engine fan. what a terrible design from the start, but where one leaves off another picks up the pieces. just simply cut a piece of plexiglass into a rough shape did some test fitting, drilled and counter sunk the holes, then bought a maf sensor adaptor off amazon along with filter. it looks horrible with the parts in prep stage but looks a lot better now its some what finished.:turtle::censored:

to start off it is a 2015 efi rzr170. the reason for getting the efi was so I didn’t have to mess around with jetting when we go riding. any kid will tell you how boring it is just waiting to ride when you are looking at the trails and everyone else is on them. started with lights, swapped out the normal bulbs for LED’s for the power consumption drop and was able to put on the top lights. installed a toggle switch next to the steering wheel for those. next thing was tires. didn’t care about what looks good as much as caring about functioning on the multiple trail types, so I got a set of spacers and borrowed my buddies rancher wheels and tires. the only down side is rubbing because the fronts are 8" wide. the next was the intake for the engine fan. what a terrible design from the start, but where one leaves off another picks up the pieces. just simply cut a piece of plexiglass into a rough shape did some test fitting, drilled and counter sunk the holes, then bought a maf sensor adaptor off amazon along with filter. it looks horrible with the parts in prep stage but looks a lot better now its some what finished.:turtle::censored:

I have done more mods to this dang machine so at this point i want to add on EFI.

I have aftermarket carb but its still a carb and sucks. Runs great when new and then you start having problems.

I am hoping someone at this point sales a conversion kit?

Has anyone else seen this or interacted with Polaris on this potential "fire hazard?" It is dated July 23, 2015.

FYI – it does not come up (for me at least) on the Polaris Website – so wonder slightly if it’s a fake…

Coincidentally, my 170 VIN fits in the range given.

You can Google and find the details.

Meanwhile, here’s some of the description taken from the notice:

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Polaris Recalls Youth RZR Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Recall date: JULY 23, 2015 Recall number: 15-743

Name of product:
Polaris Youth RZR recreational off-highway vehicle

Hazard:
The vehicle’s fuel pump retaining ring can leak, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Contact:
Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at Polaris ATV RANGER RZR Snowmobile Official Website and click on Product Safety Recalls for more information.

Report an Incident Involving this Product
Recall Details
Units

About 4,300
Description

This recall involves Model Year 2015 Polaris Youth RZR® 170 EFI recreational off-highway vehicles with model number R15YAV17AA/AF and VINs between RF3YAV170FT000076 and RF3YAV17XFT005141. To see the complete list, visit the firm’s website. The VIN is on the left-hand front frame tube. They were sold in both blue and red. The blue models have a “170 EFI” decal on the right and left side of the hood and an “RZR” decal on the right and left front fenders. The red models have a “170 EFI” decal on the right and left front fenders and a “RZR” decal on the right and left rear fenders.
Incidents/Injuries

None reported
Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Polaris RZR vehicles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly and sending a recall letter to each registered owner of an affected product.