Has anyone tried to fit the CAT front bumper guard on their M series sled?

Frostbite · Nov 30, 2011

Everytime I see a picture of this Arctic Cat "Sport Bumper" made for the F series, Z series and turbo sleds I think, man would that be nice to have on my sled sometimes when boondocking through the thick stuff.

Has anyone tried to istall one of these bumpers on a M series? If so, how far off are the holes and are they close enough to be adaptable to the M series sled? The first picture of the guard sure looks like an M series or a Crossfire to me.

http://psndealer.com/dealersite/images/kenssports/5639-624400.jpg

http://www.psndealer.com/powersportsdlr/images/ec0239/5639-310.jpg

backcountryislife · Nov 30, 2011

The first one is an M, there's no swaybar.

Even if it was a CF, they're the same thing.

Midwest_Cat · Nov 30, 2011

flip to page 12/13, all the info you need is there

http://www.arcticcat.com/snow/accessories

Frostbite · Nov 30, 2011

Wow, it looks like it's a brand new item from Cat. Retail is $189. I suppose a guy could buy one of these bumpers for right around $150.

I saw these bumpers on my buddy's Yamaha Nytro Mountains and wondered why they weren't available for our sleds. I guess they are now.

It comes in black, green and orange.

backcountryislife · Nov 30, 2011

Not to piss in your wheaties.... but WHY?

Why would you want a metal bumper on the front of an M?

I could give you a stack of reasons why NOT... but I'm curious what improvement that you feel adding a chunk of metal to the front of the M would create?

Frostbite · Nov 30, 2011

I figured this was coming.

To boil it down, we don't all live in the wide open spaces.

When boondocking in many areas the going is tough with a lot of small brush and trees between the infrequent open areas. I know I have felt like a boat on plane many times as I rode over the top of brush (because it was the only route available) trying to get to a larger open area where a guy can climb. Some of these small trees are a little bigger than others and in some cases could warrant a metal bumper.

I'm not saying for sure I will get one but, I have seen several other sleds (mostly Yamaha) that have them on the front of their sleds to save their sleds from that one tree that was a little too big for the stock plastic front bumper to handle.

http://www.skinzprotectivegear.com/snowmobileproductah/bumpers.html

http://cdnmedia.endeavorsuite.com/i...tail/727de576-02f1-42df-99f8-8b6ede5670d4.jpg

http://www.mccarthys-sales.com/Yamaha-FX-NYTRO-STYLIZED-FRONT-BUMPER-detail.htm?productId=17018795

kidrman · Dec 1, 2011

If you want it buy it. Huge difference in terrain from Eastern Washington to Colorado.

Midwest_Cat · Dec 1, 2011

backcountryislife said:
Not to piss in your wheaties.... but WHY?

Why would you want a metal bumper on the front of an M?

I could give you a stack of reasons why NOT... but I'm curious what improvement that you feel adding a chunk of metal to the front of the M would create?

when i seen the bumper come out in the catilog i considered getting one. then i thought to myself... if i'm buying a metal bumper to protect my sled, i must be a crappier rider than i thought! LOL.

i understand the riding through brush thing, but that is for ping-pong'ing off pop can or larger size trees. and if thats what your doing all day, might as well just ride in the parking lot and save yourself the hassle.

backcountryislife · Dec 1, 2011

I get what you're saying... but when was the last time you were riding along in the brush... and you snapped the plastic bumper???

Imo, the plastic M bumper is by a good margin the best one out there. (ESPECIALLY compared to anything on the PC!!

) and I can't see adding a chunk of metal to protect the bumper that already does a very good job of protecting itself.

We actually have a couple trees here in CO as well... just sayin

(at least ten of them)

If you want it, don't let my harassment keep you from it... I just don't understand the purpose that it would serve by adding something else to something that works well.

mynewuseddoo · Dec 1, 2011

In BC I ride nothing but trees. The stock plastic bumper is fantastically strong. On the M series, this metal bumper is only a fluff part. If you are going to be hitting objects hard enough to break the plastic bumper, then you will be hitting them hard enough to break your handle bars also, as you will be going over or through them.

Like was said earlier, you can waste your money on this cool jewelry as it is ultimately your choice. If I were you I would simply pick different lines with smaller trees to bash through as it will be cheaper for you in the long run. There is always a different line to be taken, always.

If you are looking for extra under belly protection for sliding over logs, I would recommend a float plate instead.

Frostbite · Dec 1, 2011

After hearing how strong you guys think the Cat front bumper is, I will pass on buying the aluminum front bumper as well. It appears to be a new option for the M series sleds and I just thought it might be something someone might like.

mynewuseddoo · Dec 1, 2011

Its aluminum? LOL the first thing it touches, it will be dented and look crappy any way.

Spend your money on a TURBO Frostbite! These kitties climb over trees like nobodies business with a turbo! LOL

kidrman · Dec 1, 2011

I was considering it because I am afraid my M8 won't be as tough as my old Mountain Cat. Also glad to hear how tough the M bumper is.

fatheadpr · Dec 12, 2011

In the three years I have owned my sled I have managed to write off 3 hoods and 3 nose cones plus some other parts and in my opinion if you add the aluminum bumper you are going to loose the cusioning from the plastic bumper and put all the force from the impact directly on the front frame wich could potentially be alot more expesive and harder to fix.

spoon · Dec 12, 2011

Problem with metal bumper is it will transmit force of impact into frame of sled where the plastic one will absorb more of it before allowing frame damage. I boondock and have tagged enough trees to know this, my stock bumper has been replaced and current one has a few stress marks. Can buy 2 stock bumpers for cost of one of those metal ones. JMO so no hard feelings.

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