Traction Products

Content Source: 2021 600R Owner’s Manual (9931266 Rev 01) > The Perfect Fit Chapter

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Traction Products

Studs

Before equipping your machine with traction products, be aware of the laws in your area pertaining to the use of traction products.

Use only POLARIS traction products on your snowmobile. Track warranties are void if track damage or failure results from improper or excessive stud installation or the use of non-POLARIS traction products.

See your dealer about installing studs and/or carbides.

NOTICE

Use of studs longer than the recommended length on machines equipped with center coolers will result in center cooler damage or damage to the tunnel.

Track studding will enhance braking control on hard-packed snow or ice, but extreme caution is still required on such surfaces. Steering ability may be reduced on hard-packed snow or ice.

When studded tracks are used, increased wear to the brake pads will result from increased braking. Extended-wear brake pad kits are available. See your dealer.

NOTICE

Studding the outer edges of the track will cause cooling system damage. Install studs only in center belt of track. Stud point cannot protrude more than 0.375 in. (0.95 cm) above the lug tip when installed.

Carbide Skags

A skag is a replaceable bar attached to the underside of the ski to assist in turning the snowmobile and to prevent ski wear caused by contact with roads and other bare terrain. Use carbide skags with studded tracks to help maintain proper vehicle steering and control. See page 97.

If your machine has carbide skags, it may be necessary to add track studs to maintain proper vehicle control. Maintain a proper balance between the number and studs and length of carbide on the skags (the more studs you use, the longer the carbide on the skags should be). See your dealer’s track studding chart.