Carve your own line into winter with the 2027 Polaris Patriot 9R RMK® SPS 155 7S—a purpose-built mountain sled that feels like it was designed for the moment the trail ends and the real fun begins. Finished in ****, it looks sharp standing still, but this machine is clearly happiest when it’s throwing powder and threading trees.
At the heart of it all is the **Patriot 9R**: a **liquid-cooled**, **2-cylinder**, **2-stroke** horizontal in-line built at **899 cc** (88 mm bore x 74 mm stroke). It’s **fuel injected** (gas/oil injected) so throttle response stays crisp when conditions change, and it runs on **regular fuel**—because the only thing that should be high-maintenance out there is your line choice. Starting is classic and simple with a **pull starter**, and when it’s time to pivot, back out, or reset for another hit, you’ve got **reverse** on tap.
Power delivery is handled by a **CVT** setup with **P-22 / TEAM LWT** clutching and **belt drive**, giving you that smooth, ready-to-go feel that’s perfect for technical mountain terrain—where control matters as much as courage. The **thumb throttle** keeps everything intuitive, even when you’re standing and shifting weight from side to side.
The platform is built around Polaris’ **MATRYX aluminum frame**, keeping the sled strong and responsive, with a dry weight of **423 lbs**. The chassis dimensions—**126.7 in** long, **43.4 in** wide, and **53 in** tall—strike a balance between stability and agility, while the adjustable ski stance (**36–38 in**) lets you fine-tune how planted or playful it feels depending on your terrain and riding style. And when the day stretches longer than planned, the **11-gallon** fuel capacity helps you keep exploring instead of heading back early.
Up front, the **RMK® React™** independent A-arm suspension delivers **9 inches** of travel, paired with **Polaris IFP adjustable gas shocks with remote reservoirs** (coil-over), so you can dial in feel and keep your front end composed when the snow gets chopped up or the approach gets bumpy. Out back, the **RMK rear suspension** offers **16 inches** of travel with **two rear shocks** plus a **center shock**, all **Polaris IFP adjustable gas shocks with remote reservoirs**—built to handle everything from booter landings to sidehills that demand consistent, predictable support.
Traction comes from the **Series 8** track: **155 inches** long, **15 inches** wide, with tall **2.75-inch lugs** that are made for deep snow and steep ambitions. Steering is direct and rider-focused with **manual ProTaper® handlebars**, and the sled’s stance on the snow is anchored by **Gripper® plastic skis** with **carbide skags** for confident bite when conditions firm up.
Comfort and smart usability are there, too—because a mountain day is better when you’re not fighting your machine. You get a **one-piece vinyl seat**, **rubber hand grips**, and **adjustable heated grips** to keep your hands ready when the temperature drops. A **low tinted LED** setup helps visibility, and **RIDE COMMAND™ GPS** adds confidence when you’re pushing farther into unfamiliar zones. The sled also keeps an eye on the basics with a **fuel gauge** and a **temperature warning light**.
From the skid-resistant running boards to details like the **belt guard** and **snow guard**, this RMK® SPS feels thoughtfully built for riders who measure a good day in climbs, turns, and fresh tracks—especially when it’s wearing **** and heading for the next untouched slope.
