Description
Dressed in ****, the 2027 Ski-Doo Renegade X® 900 ACE Turbo R 137 1.5 looks like it’s already moving fast even while it’s parked—because this sled was built for riders who treat “trail day” like an event, not an errand. The Renegade X lives in the sweet spot where long, flowing groomers meet surprise chop, corner after corner, mile after mile. And with its **limited availability**, it’s the kind of machine that tends to get noticed twice: once when it pulls in, and again when it leaves everyone else behind.
At the heart of the fun is a turbocharged **Rotax®** powerplant: a **horizontal in-line 3-cylinder**, **4-stroke**, **DOHC** setup that turns premium fuel into serious grin potential. With **180 bhp (134.3 kW)** on tap from **899 cc (51.9 ci)** and **liquid cooling**, it’s made to run strong and consistent when the trail opens up and you decide the next straightaway is your personal runway. Thumb the **electric start**, settle your right thumb onto the **thumb throttle**, and let the boost do what it does best—deliver smooth urgency that feels as refined as it is rowdy.
Power gets to the snow through a **continuously variable (CVT)** transmission with **belt** drive and a **pDrive** clutch, translating that turbo punch into the kind of pull that makes passing feel effortless. When the day’s ride includes tight lots, trail-side turnarounds, or backing into the perfect parking spot for maximum admiration, you’ve got **reverse** ready to keep things easy.
This Renegade X is built on an **aluminum** **REV Gen5** frame, balancing strength with a responsive feel that trail riders appreciate the moment the corners start stacking up. Up front, the **RAS RX** independent double A-arm suspension with **9.6 in (243 mm)** of travel works with a **front stabilizer bar** and **shock mounted adjustment** to keep the sled composed when the trail turns choppy or the pace gets ambitious. Out back, **rMotion** rear suspension brings **11.5 in (292 mm)** of travel and **two rear shocks**, also with **shock mounted adjustment**, so you can dial in the ride to match your pace and conditions.
Shock duty is handled by **KYB** all around—**adjustable gas shocks** up front (coil-over) and **adjustable gas shocks** in the rear and center—so the sled feels planted when you want precision, and forgiving when the trail gets unpredictable. Steering stays classic and connected with **manual steering** and a handlebar control, complemented by **Pilot X** skis (plastic) with **carbide skags** to help the front end bite and track with confidence.
When it’s time to scrub speed, **Brembo®** brings the authority with a **hydraulic disc** rear brake, and it’s **adjustable**, letting you tune lever feel to your preference. It’s the kind of control that encourages you to ride harder because you know you can rein it in just as confidently.
The track setup keeps the personality firmly in “trail weapon” territory: an **Ice Ripper XT** track measuring **137 in** long and **15 in** wide with **1.5 in** lugs. That combination is all about hooking up for hard exits, stable cruising, and confident acceleration when the snow goes from polished to packed to freshly dusted. With a dry weight of **529 lb (240.9 kg)** and a generous **9.5 gal (36 L)** fuel capacity, it’s ready for big loops and longer days without constantly thinking about the next stop.
Comfort and usability are handled with the same practical performance mindset. The **one-piece vinyl seat** is built for a single rider and matched to a driver-focused layout, complete with **skid resistant** running boards for solid footing. Cold hands don’t get to vote on when the ride ends, thanks to **heated, adjustable driver hand grips**. A **mid-height tinted LED** setup helps keep the elements in check while maintaining a sporty sightline, and the gauges include **temperature** and **fuel level** warnings so you can stay focused on the trail instead of guessing.
It also comes with smart protective details—**belt guard**, **clutch guard**, **snow guard**, and **side cover**—because a performance day goes better when the sled is prepared for real-world riding. And for peace of mind, Ski-Doo’s **Digitally Encoded Security System™ (DESS)** engine immobilizer helps keep your Renegade X exactly where it belongs.
If you want this model in another look, it’s also available in **Black** and **Orange Crush**—but there’s something about **** that feels especially fitting for a Renegade X: bold, fast-looking, and unapologetically ready for the next stretch of trail.
