2012 Can-Am DS 70 Review

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2012 Can-Am DS 70
2012 Can-Am DS 70


– 2012 Can-Am DS 70 Review

2012 Can-Am DS 70

The DS 70 for ages 6 keep kids from worrying about shifting gears or getting off the vehicle to go in reverse because the CVT transmission is a forward-neutral-reverse design. And long travel suspension makes for a smoother ride. Your children’s fun won’t be compromised – and neither will your standards.

The 2012 Can-Am DS 70 for ages 10 and older keep kids from worrying about shifting gears or getting off the vehicle to go in reverse because the CVT transmission is a forward-neutral-reverse design. And long travel suspension makes for a smoother ride. Your children’s fun won’t be compromised – and neither will your standards.

The DS 60 for ages 6 keep kids from worrying about shifting gears or getting off the vehicle to go in reverse because the CVT transmission is a forward-neutral-reverse design. And long travel suspension makes for a smoother ride. Your children’s fun won’t be compromised – and neither will your standards.


 

2012 Can-Am DS 70 Key Features

DS 70 is Y6, meaning they are appropriate for riders 6 and older

Easy-to-operate 70cc four-stroke engines

Child-specific ergonomics

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) means no shifting; Forward/Neutral/Reverse

Long-travel suspension

Stylish appearance influenced by Can-Am sport quads

Throttle limiter, full floorboards, day lights

Pre-load adjustable front-and-rear load adjusters

Meets CARB “Green Label” emissions standards


 

 

2012 Can-Am DS 70 Features and Benefits

69cc 4-stroke engine

69 cc 4-stroke engine certified CARB “Green Label”.


Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with forward / neutral / reverse

Continuously Variable Transmission means the DS is always in the right gear.

Long travel suspension

Smooth ride and more control in the bumps.

Built-in throttle limiter

Built-in throttle limiter so the parents stay in control.

Key-operated ignition switch

Electric start

Push-button electric start for added convenience

Full floorboards

Ensures secure footing and protection from debris, bumps and rocks.

Day lights

Day lights add visibility and looks of a full-size ATV.

0.7 US gal (2.7 l) storage compartment

Front storage compartment that makes it easy to bring along what you need or take home what you find.

 


 




2012 Can-Am DS 70 – USA Specifications / Technical Details
US MSRP: $2,199 USD

Engine
Type
69cc, single, air-cooled, SOHC, 2-valve
Bore & Stroke
47 x 40 mm
EFI System / Carburetor
Carburetion, Keihin?
Starting System
Electric & kick start
Transmission
Automatic CVT w/forward, neutral & reverse
Drive Train
Chain driven/solid axle
Chassis
Frame
DS 70
Front Suspension Type/Shocks
Independent A-arm
Front Suspension Travel
3.4 in (86 mm)
Rear Suspension Type/Shocks
Swingarm
Rear Suspension Travel
6.3 in (160 mm)
Front Brakes
Double drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Tires/Front
19 x 7 x 8 in
483 x 178 x 203 mm
Tires/Rear
18 x 9.5 x 8 in
457 x 241 x 203 mm
Wheels
Steel
Dimensions
L x W x H (in)
59.8 x 35.6 x 36.8 in
L x W x H (mm)
1,520 x 905 x 935 mm
Wheelbase
39 in (1,000 mm)
Seat Height
27 in (685 mm)
Ground Clearance
8.3 in under frame/4.5 in under rear axle
Dry Weight
245 lb (111 kg)
Towing Capacity
N/A
Rack Capacity
N/A
Storage
Front storage 0.7 US gal. (2.7L)
Fuel Capacity
1.6 US gal. (6L)
Features
Instrumentation
Reverse, neutral
Anti-Theft
N/A
Electrical
N/A
Lighting
Day lights
DC Outlet
N/A
Color(s) available
Yellow
MSRP
$2,199
Warranty
Basic
6 months limited factory warranty



2012 Can-Am DS 70 – Canada Specifications / Technical Details
Canadian MSRP: $2,399 CDN

Engine
Type
69cc, single, air-cooled, SOHC, 2-valve
Bore & Stroke
47 x 40 mm
EFI System / Carburetor
Carburetion, Keihin?
Starting System
Electric & kick start
Transmission
Automatic CVT w/forward, neutral & reverse
Drive Train
Chain driven/solid axle
Chassis
Frame
DS 70
Front Suspension Type/Shocks
Independent A-arm
Front Suspension Travel
3.4 in (86 mm)
Rear Suspension Type/Shocks
Swingarm
Rear Suspension Travel
6.3 in (160 mm)
Front Brakes
Double drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Tires/Front
19 x 7 x 8 in
483 x 178 x 203 mm
Tires/Rear
18 x 9.5 x 8 in
457 x 241 x 203 mm
Wheels
Steel
Dimensions
L x W x H (in)
59.8 x 35.6 x 36.8 in
L x W x H (mm)
1,520 x 905 x 935 mm
Wheelbase
39 in (1,000 mm)
Seat Height
27 in (685 mm)
Ground Clearance
8.3 in under frame/4.5 in under rear axle
Dry Weight
245 lb (111 kg)
Towing Capacity
N/A
Rack Capacity
N/A
Storage
Front storage 0.7 US gal. (2.7L)
Fuel Capacity
1.6 US gal. (6L)
Features
Instrumentation
Reverse, neutral
Anti-Theft
N/A
Electrical
N/A
Lighting
Day lights
DC Outlet
N/A
Color(s) available
Yellow
MSRP
$2,399
Warranty
Basic
6 months limited factory warranty

 

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