Meet the 2027 Polaris 850 Switchback® Assault® 146 - Race IFS in ****—a crossover sled that looks like it was built to pick a line on the map and then ignore the parts that say “trail ends here.” It’s playful, purposeful, and ready to turn a routine ride into a full-on “one more loop” kind of day.
At the heart of this machine is the **Patriot™ 840cc** liquid-cooled, **2-cylinder**, **2-stroke** that brings that crisp, eager punch you want when the snow gets deeper and the terrain gets more interesting. With **fuel injection** and **gas/oil injection**, it’s set up for smooth, consistent response—thumb the throttle and it answers. Getting moving is easy too, thanks to **electric start** backed up by **pull start**, and when you need to back out of that “this looked easier from over there” moment, you’ve got **reverse** on tap.
Power meets polish through a **CVT transmission** with belt drive and a **P-85 / TEAM LWT clutch** setup that’s all about keeping the engine in the happy zone. The result is that satisfying, building surge when you roll on the throttle—whether you’re firing out of a corner or blasting across a windswept straight.
This sled rides on the **MATRYX aluminum frame**, keeping things strong and responsive, while staying nimble for its class. At **125 inches** long and **47 inches** wide, it’s sized to feel planted without feeling bulky, and the **42.5-inch ski stance** keeps the front end confident and predictable when you’re pushing the pace. Up front, the **Independent A-Arm** suspension delivers **9.5 inches of travel**, and out back the **IGX rear suspension** brings a generous **16 inches of travel**—the kind of cushion that encourages you to ride with momentum instead of hesitation.
The shock package is built for riders who like to fine-tune. With **WER® Velocity adjustable gas shocks with remote reservoirs** at the front, rear, and center (all **coil-over** where applicable), plus **shock-mounted adjustment**, you can dial it in for the day’s conditions—hardpack, chop, fresh, or that weird in-between that keeps changing every mile.
And yes, the track is ready to do its part. The **Cobra Track** measures **146 inches** long by **15 inches** wide with **1.352-inch lugs**, giving you that sweet spot of grip and drive for a crossover ride: enough bite to get into the fun stuff, while keeping things composed when you’re moving fast and covering distance.
Details matter on long rides and cold starts, and Polaris didn’t forget that. You get **heated, adjustable hand grips**, **hand guards**, and a **low, tinted LED windshield** for a little extra comfort when the air gets sharp. The cockpit keeps you informed with **RIDE COMMAND™ GPS**, **Bluetooth® Audio**, and **mobile app instrumentation**, along with clear warnings like a **temperature light** and a **fuel gauge**—handy when your ride plan turns into an adventure. There’s room in the tank too, with **11.5 gallons** of fuel capacity.
Stopping power comes from the **Matryx Stealth** brake setup with a **hydraulic disc rear brake**, and up front, **Pro-Steer™ composite skis** with **carbide skags** help keep your steering crisp and your lines clean.
Finished in ****, this Switchback® Assault® doesn’t just look fast standing still—it looks like it’s already halfway to the next horizon. If your idea of fun is blending trail speed with off-trail attitude, this is your kind of machine.
