Ski Doo vs Lynx

Hope you all are fine. I welcome you to this post. You are reading this post because you are a snowmobile lover and want to explore winter wonderlands with new models of snowmobiles for this purpose you want to know the differences between ski doo snowmobiles and lynx snowmobiles. So I will try my best to tell you more and more about the difference between the two.

Lynx is not a separate brand but it is a sub-brand of ski doo which has gained a lot of popularity in Europe. Both these brands are made of bombardier recreational products. Both these snowmobiles have a lot of things in common and there is not much difference between the two but the main difference is the suspensions present in both snowmobiles.

Although Lynx was founded in 1966 and was acquired by Bombardier in 1988. Although both snowmobiles belong to the same p[arent company you will surprised to hear when I say that this snowmobile is unavailable to US citizens till 2022. It means that US citizens only have four brands of snowmobiles till 2022 which are ski doo, arctic cat, Polaris, and Yamaha.

The first Lynx models available to US citizens were BOONDOCKER DS 4100 and BOONDOCKER DS 3900, as well as the RAVE RE. All these snowmobile models are manufactured for trail riding. 

Main differences: 

Engine:

 lynx snowmobiles and ski doo snowmobiles are both equipped with a Rotax 850 E-TEC that can produce 165 horsepower and gives you a brilliant ride on both trails riding as well as on mountains.

Control:

 both these come with shorter tunnels to maximize your control over them and give you better-handling maneuverability on any kind of terrain. Both have a SHOT push-button start option. 

Suspensions:

Lynx Boondocker features an LFS front suspension and rear suspension tailored for navigating through deep snow. Its uncomplicated, lightweight build and reduced angle of attack contribute to better handling and performance. While these snowmobiles may appear similar from a distance, they differ quite significantly in various aspects.

2024 SKI-DOO MXZ vs 2024 Lynx Rave

• This lynx model is equipped with  Rotax 850 E-TEC, two-stroke, 3-D R.A.V.E.™ engine while this ski doo model is equipped with Rotax® 600R E-TEC, two-stroke, eRAVE™ engine. 
• The ski doo MXZ has a 599 cc displacement while the Lynx model has an 849 cc displacement. 
• Both have 2 cylinders. 
• Both have a liquid cooling system. 
• Both are the models of 2024
• Ski-doo MXZ has 36 liters of fuel capacity while Rave has 37 litres of fuel capacity.
• The dry weight of MXZ is 468 lb and the dry weight of Rave is 526 lb
• E-TEC® direct injection fuel system is present in MXZ while Rave has Electronic Direct Injection with additional booster injectors.
• Both models have 3.4 liters of oil capacity.
• MXZ has Pilot™ X skis while Rave has Blade XC+  skis
• The MXZ model is equipped with a simple  Ice Ripper XT Track while the Rave has a studded Ice Ripper XT track.
• MXZ is equipped with RAS™ X Front suspensions while Rave is LFS+ front suspensions.
• rMotion™ X are the rear suspensions present in Ski-doo MXZ while in Lynx Rave PPS³ rear suspensions are present.
• Front and rear shocks in Ski-doo MXZ are Front / Rear – KYB† Pro 36 EA-3 while in the centre KYB 36 Plus shocks are present. In Lynx Rave, the center rear and front shocks are – KYB 46 HLCR Kashima.

 

The ski doo and Lynx both are launching electric snowmobiles in 2024?

Ski-doo is launching the Grand Touring Electric model while Lynx is launching the Adventure* Electric model of snowmobile.

Get ready for an emissions-free winter adventure with these two amazing models! Perfect for first-time snowmobilers, they offer a one-of-a-kind ride. 

These snowmobiles are powered by the cutting-edge Rotax E-Power technology, exclusively designed for Uncharted Society experience outfitters and tour operators. 

They are optimized for guided excursions up to 50 km, with features, power, and range tailored to provide an unforgettable experience. 

BRP is committed to reducing its carbon footprint while creating innovative ways to transport people and evoke powerful emotions. These electric snowmobiles are just the beginning of BRP’s plan to offer electric models in all its product lines by 2026. 

The Grand Touring Electric and Adventure Electric will open up a whole new world of winter exploration and outdoor enjoyment!

 

 

FAQs

Are snowmobiles and snow bikes different? 

Yes, a snowmobile and a snow bike are two different vehicles. To see a detailed comparison between them click here.

Also, check ski doo vs arctic cat