Posts by rancej

Quote from billythekidd

I am sure you have done the comparison on the Polaris site... A few things that are different between the S, SL, and SLR.. first and foremost is HP.. SLR has 203. HP and 144 ft-lbs torque, the other two models have 178 HP and 120 ft-lbs torque. (there is a flash they can do to upgrade the lower hp models to the 203 hp, but that is either 300 or 600 bucks, can't remember). I believe you can upgrade the ride command unit to allow ACP and connected services.. You are familiar with these since you have the Indian. There are cosmetic differences also, and color choices are limited to specific models one thing I liked was the wider rear tire on the SLR and R models.. Most everything that one can get on an R model is available through upgrades (cash) on the lower models.. Also, If you decide on the Shift Assist Transmission it has a "Slingshot" mode that changed the shifting to a more aggressive pattern compared to "comfort" mode. If one chooses the Shift Assist and Paddles there is an additional button labeled "M" with puts the Slingshot into Manual mode and requires the driver to shift via the paddle's. The exception in this mode is that if one doesn't downshift when coming to a stop, it will still automatically shift to first gear when stopping.

If you really want ACP, knowing the limitations on the Slingshot, it needs a Bluetooth adapter just to work (headset or other bluetooth type device that tricks it into thinking a headset is connected). Without the headset you can use ACP but cannot answer calls, or reply to texts. Are you going to wear a helmet? If so a headset in the helmet will be fine., If not, I used these and they worked great for music and just talking to the passenger (your wife) as the Slingshot does make a good bunch of noise. Amazon.com: Sena Expand Mesh Multi-Sport Mesh Intercom Communication Headset for Hiking, Rock Climbing, Fishing, Hunting and More, Black : Electronics

And as all will tell you here... be very careful in the rain... the Slingshot has a tendency to hydroplane easily. Hope this helps... I had the 2020 R model and before that a 2019 SLR.

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Really good info and exactly what I needed to hear. My Indian is the same on the CarPlay and I have the bluetooth device that tricks it into thinking I have a headset. This is why I think I'd be happier with a base model and my own head unit so I don't have to jump through so many hoops. Thanks!!

Hello all. Joined the forum today and have been pouring over threads. I’ve decided to sell my beloved Indian Chieftain and paln to get a new Slingshot. I’m at the age where it’s getting a little heavy for me and my wife has already stopped riding altogether. She likes the idea of an SS so I’ve been reading and watching YouTube videos for days now. The struggle I’m having is which trim to get and do I want a 2023 or a 2024? I have the same Ride Command on my Chieftain and it’s not all that great. I do love high tech and CarPlay. I noticed on the Polaris website, the description of the “R” model says CarPlay but the SLR does not. I do want CarPlay. Thinking maybe I get an SL and put a touchscreen system in it. Is there any reason I would want an SLR vs the SL, or even S? I know the wheels are bigger and more HP but can’t you get a tune for that? Also, I will probably opt for the manual vs the Auto but we’ll see on that one. I would appreciate any advice you all have.