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Honda returns the Talon 1000 sport SxS for the 2026 model year

American Honda confirmed it is bringing back the Talon sport side-by-side lineup for the 2026 model year, with the R range getting upgraded 30−inch tires for enhanced performance over rough terrain. The 2026 Talon 1000 range will feature six purposebuilt configurations across both two-seat and four-seat platforms. This year, the two R trim levels receive factory-equipped 30−inch tires to increase ground clearance and improve

This year, the two“ R” trim levels receive factoryequipped 30-inch tires to increase ground clearance and improve obstaclerolling capability.( Photos: American Honda)

Polaris awards $ 20k in scholarships to powersports students

Polaris is giving $ 20,000 in scholarship funding to support students studying the powersports technician trade at Southeastern Illinois College( SIC).

A $ 2,500 scholarship will be awarded to eight students enrolled in the college’ s powersports technology certificate program. One obstacle-rolling capability. The four X versions retain their 28−inch tires, optimized for agility and precision in tighter terrain.

“ Whether you’ re carving through technical trails or hitting top speeds across open terrain, the 2026 Talon lineup delivers confidence-inspiring performance and versatility,” says Colin Miller, manager of experiential marketing at American Honda.“ Made in the USA using domestic and globally made parts,

scholarship has already been awarded, and seven remain available. Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, mandatory fees, uniforms, tools and equipment, and course materials.

To qualify, students must be enrolled fulltime in SIC’ s one-year powersports technology certificate program and maintain a these side-by-sides feature purpose-matched tire sizing and tailored trim options and are engineered to meet the diverse needs and preferences of off-road enthusiasts.”

TALON 1000 TWO-SEATERS Honda’ s 2026 two-seat Talon 1000 sideby-sides offer configurations designed for everything from tight woods to wide-open desert terrain. The lineup comprises the

minimum 2.5 GPA. Current powersports students are also eligible to apply.

The scholarship application will remain open until all awards are filled.

“ This scholarship is a tremendous opportunity for our students,” says Ralph Boots, SIC powersports instructor.“ The support from agile 1000X in both standard Showa and Fox Live Valve versions, as well as the wider, longer-travel 1000R Fox Live Valve, which now comes equipped with 30−inch tires to increase ground clearance and improve obstacle-rolling capability. Colors: Pearl Red; Matte Forged Bronze MSRP:

• Talon 1000X: $ 20,599

• Talon 1000X Fox Live Valve: $ 22,799

• Talon 1000R Fox Live Valve: $ 23,799

TALON 1000 FOUR-SEATERS For the 2026 model year, Honda’ s Talon 1000 four-seat lineup is suited for both tight, technical trails and faster terrain. The range includes the Talon 1000X−4 in standard and Fox Live Valve versions, as well as the wider Talon 1000R−4 Fox Live Valve, which also features 30−inch tires. Colors: Pearl Red; Matte Forged Bronze MSRP:

• Talon 1000X−4: $ 23,099

• Talon 1000X−4 Fox Live Valve: $ 25,099

• Talon 1000R−4 Fox Live Valve: $ 26,099

Polaris helps remove financial barriers and gives students the tools they need to succeed in a growing industry. We’ re proud to be part of a partnership that invests directly in their future.”

SIC is part of the Polaris Technical School Partnership Program, which provides stu-

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