A big year for Arctic Cat
2019 will be a big year for Arctic Cat, as it introduces a mountain snowmobile to the market that has revolutionized this really dynamic sector. There are also the new suspensions that can be adjusted in real time without stopping to adjust them. Last but not least, the controls have been completely redesigned to improve ergonomics and help make driving even more intuitive. And while we're at it, we can also mention that the manufacturer has brought back in force the purple color that is proudly part of their history.
To begin with, you couldn't miss the all-new M 8000 Mountain Cat ALPHA ONE snowmobile equipped with the revolutionary rear suspension: ALPHA ONE. The components have been completely redesigned to really offer the best of what's available on the market, resulting in a weight reduction of 11lbs, even sharper performance, exceptional handling and above all… A machine that allows you to raise the bar even higher!
The second big new innovation this year is undoubtedly the iACT suspensions (read). This allows you to adjust the 3-stage compression of the front and rear suspensions directly according to the type of conditions you meet and your driving style. You choose easily and quickly the right adjustment with your left thumb on the handlebars. The efficiency of this technology really gives you a big advantage over conventional suspension.
Many would agree that Arctic Cat's controls were not the best in terms of ergonomics or handling. Now, it's a thing of the past, since this year the handlebar controls have been completely revised. Among the modifications, a button to browse the information directly on the handlebars, a new control of the intensity of the heated multi-level handles, an improved brake lever, a starter on the handlebars, an emergency stop that is no longer stuck on the throttle handle, which prevents us from inadvertently touch it, etc. It is really good for the Arctic Cat's cockpit!
The last thing that has nothing to do with technology, is the return of the purple color in the Arctic Cat 2019 product line. Several models will proudly display this color which was on the models in the 80s and 90s. Although this color may seem surprising at first, you can't hide the fact that it looks good on the M 8000 Mountain Cat (picture)!
Still, as dynamic as ever, Arctic Cat offers us plenty of new features year after year and some of the 2019 technologies will clearly be a "game changer" in the snowmobile world. I invite you to read the articles that about all the 2019 innovation.
- iACT: Arctic Cat redefines trail suspension standards
- Arctic Cat innovates into the Mountain world with the Alpha One
