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2012 Can-Am Outlander DS 450 X xc
2012 Can-Am Outlander DS 450 X xc
2012 Can-Am Outlander DS 450 X xc
2012 Can-Am Outlander DS 450 X xc
– 2012 Can-Am Outlander DS 450 X xc Review
2012 Can-Am Outlander DS 450 X xc
In developing the DS 450, we truly reinvented how a sport quad is built. With the industry’s first no-weld all-aluminum frame, hollow rear axle and inverted brake calipers. We then pushed the concept even further with two terrain-specific X models. The tight-woods racing DS 450 X xc and motocross-inspired DS 450 X mx. Both are equipped with industry-leading features and are ready to race right out of the box. You can read on. But eventually, you’re just going to have to ride one.
Our tight-woods racing sport quad features the industry’s first all-aluminum frame, plus an array of features that’ll keep you flashing through the trees on the ITP Holeshot GNCC tires. The DS 450 X xc is ready out of the box with ITP beadlock wheels, aluminum nerf bars and aluminum skid plate. And the aluminum front bumper is ready for your number plate. Because you need to remind people who’s the rider on the machine that’s blowing everyone away.
2012 Can-Am Outlander DS 450 X xc Key Features
All the standard DS 450 features, PLUS:
Rotax 4-TEC 450, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder 4-stroke
No weld, ALTEC twin pyramidal aluminum frame
R-type forged aluminum double A-arm front suspension
KYB HPG aluminum piggyback front shocks with compression, rebound and preload adjustments and 9.5 in. (241 mm) of travel
R-type cast-aluminum swingarm rear suspension
KYB HPG aluminum piggyback rear shock with compression, rebound and preload adjustments and 10.5 in. (267 mm) of travel
ITP Holeshot SR front and rear tires
2012 Can-Am Outlander DS 450 X xc Features and Benefits
45.3-hp Rotax 4-TEC 449cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder 4-stroke engine
The DS 450 is equipped with a 449 cc 4-stroke EFI Rotax engine, offers the largest bore (97 mm) and the largest intake valves (38 mm) from the DOHC 4-valve head with 97 x 60.8 mm bore and stroke. The EFI uses the largest throttle body (46 mm), 16-bit CPU with 32-MHz clock speed and an almost straight intake path. With a concept referred to as ”Durchzugskraft” or flow dynamics optimization, the engine breathes easily and can produce more power. The DS 450 delivers the best power-to-weight ratio.
Electric start – Push-button electric start for easy start
5-speed manual transmission
Competition-ready 5-speed manual transmission with foot-shifter and manual clutch lever. Features heavy-duty clutch and 9 friction plates with DirectLink mechanism.
Hollow rear axle
The hollow, high-strenght steel axle has been shortened by extending the lenght of aluminum hubs. The final design: a shorter axle mated with “spyder” all-aluminum hubs with precision machined splines and longer arms. The rear unsprung weight of the DS 450 is therefore reduced, which also has a significant impact on mass centralization and dry weight.
No weld, ALTEC twin pyramidal aluminum frame
A maximum strength, no-weld, all-aluminum frame that uses a twin pyramidal structure. Major components are firmly secured with aluminum fasteners called lock-bolts. The frame is stronger yet much lighter than a traditional ladder frame.
Inverted front brake calipers
Inverted twin-piston front brake calipers offer impressive stopping power because of the larger brake discs (182 mm). By putting the caliper “inside” a peripheral brake disc, the diameter can be increased as close as possible to the inside of the wheel. This set-up allows for larger brake discs and improved stopping power and feel. Plus, the peripheral disc brake leaves room inside to push the lower A-arm ball-joint deep inside the wheel.
R-Type forged aluminum double A-arm front suspension
Longest aluminum upper and lower A-arms for a 46-inch sport ATV, one-piece aluminum knuckle and a short spindle.
KYB HPG C36 front shocks
KYB HPG C36 Aluminum piggyback front shocks with dual-speed compression, rebound and preload adjustments and 9.6 in. (245 mm) of travel
KYB HPG C40 rear shock
Aluminum KYB HPG C40 piggyback rear shock with dual-speed compression, rebound and preload adjustments and 10.5 in. (267 mm) of travel
.5-in. (190 mm) factory-set ride height (175-lb rider)
The DS 450 X xc model’s 7.5-inch (101 mm) ride height — assuming a 175-pound rider with gear — reduces the center of gravity for improved cornering capabilities.
Adjustable-width hollow rear axle (from 46 in. [1.17 m] to 50 in. [1.27 m] by increments of 0.5 in. [12.7 mm] per spacer)
Many of top motocross pros are choosing to race with a rear width that is slightly narrower than the front-end width. This is possible with the DS 450 X mx Chromoly 4140 adjustable-width hollow axle. Adjustment from 46 (1,168 mm) to 50 inches (1,270 mm) is possible with 0.5-inch (13 mm) spacers.
Extra-strength extended 1-in. (25.4 mm) steering stem with anti-vibe mounts
A +1-inch (25 mm) extra-strength steering stem with anti-vibe mounts comes standard on the DS 450 X xc and the DS 450 X mx. This gives the racer a better feel for the ATV while in an attacking stance out on the course. There is no need to buy an aftermarket stem to be competitive. Mounted to the steering stem is an aluminum 6061-T6 taper-profile handlebar with square racing pad.
21×7-10 ITP Holeshot GNCC 6-ply front tires
The DS 450 X xc features 21-in. (533 mm) ITP Holeshot GNCC front tires mounted on 10-in. (254 mm) black, aluminum ITP T-9 wheels with beadlock rings. The taller lugs of the Holeshot GNCC provide superior traction in demanding race conditions.
20×10-9 ITP Holeshot GNCC 6-ply rear tires
The DS 450 X xc features 20-in. (508 mm) rear ITP Holeshot GNCC tires mounted on 9-in. (229 mm) black, aluminum ITP T-9 beadlock wheels. The taller lugs of the Holeshot GNCC provide superior traction in demanding race conditions.
Black aluminum ITP T-9 Trac-lock wheels
10-in. (254 mm) black, aluminum ITP T-9 front wheels and 9-in. (229 mm) black, aluminum ITP T-9 rear wheels with beadlock rings
3-mm full aluminum chassis skid plate and 5 mm full aluminum swing arm skid plate
Aluminum nerf bars with removable aluminum heel guards
Straight from the factory, the DS 450 X xc comes complete with lightweight aluminum nerf bars with aluminum heel guards. If one desires, the nerf bars and heel guards can be removed with ease.
Aluminum taper-profile handlebar with wind deflectors and square pad
Aluminum front bumper, number plate ready
Handlebar with wind deflectors
Premium look and protection from brush and cold.
X package seat cover
X xc-package graphics and seat cover
Graphics and seat cover exclusive to the X package.
2012 Can-Am Outlander DS 450 X xc – USA Specifications / Technical Details
US MSRP: $8,999 USD
Engine
Type
449.3cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC 4-valve head with high-flow “Durchzugskraft” design, 38mm intake valve, 31 mm Nimonic – alloy
Bore & Stroke
97 x 60.8 mm
EFI System / Carburetor
46 mm Throttle Body, 16 bit/32 MHz CPU
Starting System
Electric
Transmission
5-speed manual/heavy-duty clutch, 9 friction plates with DirectLink mechanism
Drive Train
520 O-ring high capacity chain, aluminum sproket hub, aluminum sprocket, rigid axle
Chassis
Frame
ALTEC dual-pyramidal aluminum
Front Suspension Type/Shocks
R-Type forged aluminum Double A-arm KYB? HPG piggyback shocks with compression, rebound and preload adjustments
Front Suspension Travel
9.5 in (241 mm)
Rear Suspension Type/Shocks
R-Type cast aluminum swingarm Chromoly hollow rear axle KYB? HPG piggyback shock with compression, rebound and preload adjustments
Rear Suspension Travel
10.5 in (267 mm)
Front Brakes
Dual 182 mm discs with inverted twin-piston calipers
Rear Brake
198 mm rotor with single piston caliper
Tires/Front
ITP Holeshot?
SR 21 x 7R-10 in
533 x 178R-254 mm
Tires/Rear
ITP Holeshot?
SR 20 x 10R-9 in
508 x 254R-229 mm
Wheels
Polished aluminum
Dimensions
L x W x H (in)
72.4 x 46 x 41.9 in
L x W x H (mm)
1,839 x 1,168 x 1,064 mm
Wheelbase
50 in (1,267 mm)
Seat Height
33 in (831 mm)
Ground Clearance
9 in under frame/ 5.2 in under rear axle
Dry Weight
349 lb (158 kg)
Towing Capacity
N/A
Rack Capacity
N/A
Storage
N/A
Fuel Capacity
3 US gal (11.5L)
Features
Instrumentation
Low fuel, check engine, neutral
Anti-Theft
N/A
Electrical
N/A
Lighting
Dual removable headlights (35W)
DC Outlet
N/A
Color(s) available
Yellow & Black with X package graphics
MSRP
$8,999
Warranty
Basic
6 months limited factory warranty
Extended
B.E.S.T. available from 12 to 36 months
Package
All the standard DS 450 features, PLUS:
” Rotax 4-TEC 450, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder 4-stroke
” No weld, ALTEC twin pyramidal aluminum frame
” R-type forged aluminum double A-arm front suspension
” KYB HPG aluminum piggyback front shocks with compression, rebound and preload adjustments and 9.5 in. (241 mm) of travel
” R-type cast-aluminum swingarm rear suspension
” KYB HPG aluminum piggyback rear shock with compression, rebound and preload adjustments and 10.5 in. (267 mm) of travel
” ITP Holeshot SR front and rear tires
2012 Can-Am Outlander DS 450 X xc – Canada Specifications / Technical Details
Canadian MSRP: $9,799 CDN
Engine
Type
449.3cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC 4-valve head with high-flow “Durchzugskraft” design, 38mm intake valve, 31 mm Nimonic – alloy
Bore & Stroke
97 x 60.8 mm
EFI System / Carburetor
46 mm Throttle Body, 16 bit/32 MHz CPU
Starting System
Electric
Transmission
5-speed manual/heavy-duty clutch, 9 friction plates with DirectLink mechanism
Drive Train
520 O-ring high capacity chain, aluminum sproket hub, aluminum sprocket, rigid axle
Chassis
Frame
ALTEC dual-pyramidal aluminum
Front Suspension Type/Shocks
R-Type forged aluminum Double A-arm KYB? HPG piggyback shocks with compression, rebound and preload adjustments
Front Suspension Travel
9.5 in (241 mm)
Rear Suspension Type/Shocks
R-Type cast aluminum swingarm Chromoly hollow rear axle KYB? HPG piggyback shock with compression, rebound and preload adjustments
Rear Suspension Travel
10.5 in (267 mm)
Front Brakes
Dual 182 mm discs with inverted twin-piston calipers
Rear Brake
198 mm rotor with single piston caliper
Tires/Front
ITP Holeshot?
SR 21 x 7R-10 in
533 x 178R-254 mm
Tires/Rear
ITP Holeshot?
SR 20 x 10R-9 in
508 x 254R-229 mm
Wheels
Polished aluminum
Dimensions
L x W x H (in)
72.4 x 46 x 41.9 in
L x W x H (mm)
1,839 x 1,168 x 1,064 mm
Wheelbase
50 in (1,267 mm)
Seat Height
33 in (831 mm)
Ground Clearance
9 in under frame/ 5.2 in under rear axle
Dry Weight
349 lb (158 kg)
Towing Capacity
N/A
Rack Capacity
N/A
Storage
N/A
Fuel Capacity
3 US gal (11.5L)
Features
Instrumentation
Low fuel, check engine, neutral
Anti-Theft
N/A
Electrical
N/A
Lighting
Dual removable headlights (35W)
DC Outlet
N/A
Color(s) available
Yellow & Black with X package graphics
MSRP
$9,799
Warranty
Basic
6 months limited factory warranty
Extended
B.E.S.T. available from 12 to 36 months
Package
All the standard DS 450 features, PLUS:
” Rotax 4-TEC 450, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder 4-stroke
” No weld, ALTEC twin pyramidal aluminum frame
” R-type forged aluminum double A-arm front suspension
” KYB HPG aluminum piggyback front shocks with compression, rebound and preload adjustments and 9.5 in. (241 mm) of travel
” R-type cast-aluminum swingarm rear suspension
” KYB HPG aluminum piggyback rear shock with compression, rebound and preload adjustments and 10.5 in. (267 mm) of travel
” ITP Holeshot SR front and rear tires
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