On February 20th, the BRP LYNX 2024 line-up was unveiled. This year, most of this lineup is getting a makeover with the new Radien 2 chassis (the equivalent of the gen 5 ski-doo) and new colors offered, including a “BLACK EDITION”.
When you say new chassis, you also say powerful LED headlights and the choice of a 10.25-inch color touch screen for the gauges.
Also, some accessories are now offered such as a passenger seat, the choice of a heated seat and improvements to the rear suspension.
The models offered remain the same as last year, namely the RAVE RE, the SHREDDER RE and DS, the XTERRAIN RE and the X TERRAIN BRUTAL.
LYNX RAVE RE
The RAVE RE, which has been around since the beginning, features the new Radien 2 platform with improved driver ergonomics and a recalibrated suspension.
New brakes with adjustable grip, LED headlights and an optional 10.25-inch color touchscreen refine the driving experience.
In addition, this year we can opt for the heated seat.
- Engine: ROTAX 850 E-TEC 2-cylinder liquid-cooled, 2-stroke
- Chassis: Radien 2
- Fuel tank: 37 Liters
- Oil tank capacity (2-stroke): 3.4 L
- COLOR: Platinum Silver / EVO Red
- Ski Gauge: 1067 mm / 42.2 in
- Track: Ice Ripper XT studded (15″ x 137″ x 1.25″)
- Front suspension: LFS+
- Rear suspension: PPS3
- Weight: 526 lbs
LYNX SHREDDER RE 146 AND 154
The Shredder RE, with the Radien 2 platform for its second year, PPS2 DS+ rear suspension and high-quality KYB Kashima shocks, is the most extreme off-road snowmobile on the market.
The Rotax 850 E-TEC Turbo R engine is available this year for all track lengths and has a manual start and SHOT system.
A choice of 10.25-inch color touchscreen display is available.
- Engine :
- ROTAX 850 E-TEC, 2-cylinder liquid-cooled, 2-stroke
- ROTAX 850 E-TEC Turbo R, 2-cylinder liquid-cooled, 2-stroke
- Chassis: Radien 2
- Fuel tank capacity: 37 Liters
- Oil tank capacity (2-stroke): 3.4 L
- COLOR: Hyper white / Red Evo or Black edition
- Ski Gap: 921mm / 36 in
- Track:
- PowderMax (15″ x 146″ x 2.5″);
- PowderMax x-Light (15″ x 154″ x 3″)
- Front suspension: LFS
- Rear suspension: PPS2 DS+
- Weight: 476-494 lbs.
LYNX SHREDDER DS 154 AND 165 inches
The Shredder DS, a snowmobile for steeper slopes and powder, is even more agile. The 34-inch ski spread combined with the Radien² platform and its narrow design from last year (2023), offers unmatched precision and effortless handling on more technical terrain.
Also comes with the option of a 10.25-inch touchscreen and manual start with the SHOT system as standard.
- Engine: ROTAX 850 E-TEC Turbo R, 2-cylinder liquid-cooled, 2 strokes;
- Chassis: Radien 2
- Fuel tank capacity: 37L
- Oil tank capacity: 3.4 L
- COLOR: Platinum Silver/Evo Red
- Ski Spacing: 34
- Track:
- PowderMax X- Light (15″ x 154″ x 3″)
- PowderMax X-Light (15″ x 165″ x 3″)
- Front suspension: LFS
- Rear suspension: PPS2 DS
- Weight:
- 154″ (476 lbs.)
- 480 pounds (165 in.)
LYNX XTerrain RE 146 inches (trail and off-road)
The extreme crossover snowmobile was born to conquer the toughest trails. It’s both fierce and sophisticated and designed for long-distance adventures.
The new Radien² platform (featuring the 850 E-TEC engine) offers improved ergonomics, superior lighting power and the latest 10.25″ color touchscreen option. A passenger seat can also be added.
The 900 ACE Turbo R 4-stroke engine is available, but it’s on the old Radien X platform (equivalent to the ski-doo gen 4) that the car will be delivered.
- Engine:
- ROTAX 850 E-TEC 2-cylinder liquid-cooled, 2-stroke;
- ROTAX 900 ACE Turbo R, 3 cylinders, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke
- Chassis :
- Radien 2 (850 engine)
- Radien X (Engine 900)
- Fuel tank capacity: 37 Liters
- Oil tank capacity (2-stroke): 3.4 L
- COLOR: Platinum Silver / EVO Red
- Ski Gauge: 1067 mm / 42.2 in
- Track:
- (850 E-tec) PowederMax (16″ x 146″ x 2″);
- (900 ace T R) Ice Cobra (15″ x 146″ x 1.6″)
- Front suspension: LFS+ REAR SUSPENSION
- Rear suspension: PPS3
- Weight:
- 538 pounds (2-stroke engine)
- 573 pounds (4-stroke engine)
LYNX XTerrain Brutal 154 850 E-TEC (trail and off-trail)
The Xterrain Brutal crossover snowmobile remains on the same platform as last year. Its 20 x 154 x 2.4-inch track offers incredible grip. It is powered by the 850 E-TEC.
The sporty suspension with KYB shocks tames the most demanding trails. An array of accessories is available, including a passenger seat.
- Engine: Rotax 850 E-TEC 2-cylinder liquid-cooled, 2 strokes;
- Chassis: Radien X
- Air cooler with a fan: yes
- Fuel tank: 42 Liters
- Oil tank capacity (2-stroke): 3.4 L
- COLOR: Platinum Silver / EVO Red
- Ski Gauge: 996mm / 39 in
- Track: PowderMax (20″ x 154″ x 2.4″)
- Front suspension: LFS +
- Rear suspension: EasyRide +
- Weight: 571 lbs
BRP LYNX 2024: Conclusion
So, there you have it, it’s not a huge change, and it’s still aimed at a target audience. It’s a range, as I said before, that is a notch above what we know at Ski-Doo. It’s more robust, but it’s a little less comfortable though. These are very powerful machines that are really fun to ride. Let’s hope that the rejuvenation will continue and that other models will be introduced next year.
