18 • November 2025 • Powersports Business

Argo, known for its commercial 6− and 8−wheeled amphibious XTVs and the Sasquatch XTX, announced the XU 850, its newest commercial-use side-by-side.

The new XU 850 features seating for three— six people in the XU 850 Crew— a 1,000−lb rear cargo box, and 12.5 inches of ground clearance. It is powered by a four-stroke, three-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, and delivers 48 lb-ft of torque. The upgraded suspension system provides control and comfort, even with a full load, while its 2,000−pound towing capacity and 4,500−pound winch equip operators to handle utility challenges.

Through its Outdoor Access Initiative, Yamaha employees gathered at key off-highway vehicle recreation sites in California and Georgia to celebrate National Public Lands Day on Sept. 27.

This is the nation’ s largest single-day volunteer effort for public lands, where thousands of volunteers come together to restore and preserve public lands and waters.

In California, 40 Yamaha employees met at the Pinnacles OHV staging area in the San Bernardino National Forest. Yamaha staff in Georgia were among the 20 volunteers at the Houston Valley OHV trail system on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. The Yamaha team worked alongside U. S. Forest Service personnel and local trail organizations, including the Southern California Mountains Foundation and the Georgia Recreational Trail Riders Association, to complete essential conservation and facility improvement projects.

“ The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative has invested more than $ 8 million in over 550 projects over the past 18 years, but our commitment goes beyond funding,” says Steve Nessl, Yamaha Motorsports marketing director.

“ Our National Public Lands Day volunteer efforts demonstrate how Yamaha employees are personally invested in protecting access and promoting responsible recreation across America’ s public lands.”

Volunteers helped plant native grasses and cacti to restore natural habitat and prevent erosion.

PROJECT ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• During the OAI-organized volunteer days,

It comes commercial-jobsite ready with the standard heavy-duty rear cargo headache rack, full-coverage roof, windshield, beacon light, horn and back up alarm. The 12−inch steel rims and 25−inch tires makes it capable of tackling a wide variety of terrain.

The Argo XU 850 draws inspiration from the Arctic Cat Prowler UTV, and the two companies connected recently when Argo CEO Brad Darling was a lead investor in the acquisition of Arctic Cat from Textron. Darling was an executive at Arctic Cat prior to his work with Argo.

The company says the MSRP will start at $ 19,699.

The volunteer efforts brought together more than 60 Yamaha employees who dedicated their time to improving facilities and habitat at these popular outdoor recreation areas.( Photos: Yamaha)

Yamaha employees completed vital conservation and facility improvement projects:

• Planted 90 native grasses and 30 cacti to restore natural habitat and prevent erosion

• Mulched and irrigated to help establish the new plantings

• Revitalized recreation facilities through painting restroom facilities and trash receptacles

• Repaired fencing to protect sensitive areas and maintain trail boundaries

• Cleared trails of encroaching vegetation and fallen tree limbs

• Tackled trail surface rehabilitation and erosion control

• Performed maintenance and repair on trail signs to improve wayfinding and safety

National Public Lands Day is celebrated annually on the fourth Saturday in September, with an aim to protect, improve, expand, and maintain access for safe, responsible, and sustainable public land use.

The XU 850 is also available in a six-passenger crew model, and comes standard with a 1,000-pound cargo box and 12.5-inches of ground clearance.( Photo: Argo)

Polaris Off-Road’ s official kickoff to dune season, Camp RZR, returns Oct. 31 to Nov. 1 with the OEM setting the stage for a weekend at California’ s Glamis Imperial Sand Dunes, the largest off-highway vehicle recreation area for dunes in the U. S.

Polaris says Camp RZR showcases its leadership in the off-road world and the RZR lifestyle with high-octane fun, shared experiences, and deep-rooted pride in offroad culture.

“ Camp RZR is our way of giving back to the incredible off-road community— the passionate individuals who’ ve shaped this lifestyle,” says Reid Wilson, president of Polaris Off-Road Vehicles.“ It’ s a celebration of the culture they’ ve created, and we’ re excited to bring everyone together in Glamis for a weekend of action, connection, and everything we love about riding.”

Camp RZR is free to attend and offers RZR demo rides, free on-site vehicle service, food trucks, shopping at vendor row, and kids zone. The drone show will return this year, along with a Freestyle Moto Show featuring Twitch and Vicki Golden.

New in 2025, Polaris will host the Camp RZR Witching Hour to celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating and a costume contest on Oct. 31. Also debuting this year, the Tough Enough Obstacle Course will challenge attendees’ strength, agility, and endurance through a series of physically demanding obstacles with courses designed for adults and kids five years and older.

Dodge Ram will also be at the event with the Ram 1500 RHO Thrill Ride, a ride-along experience where professional drivers take attendees on a high-octane adventure in Ram pickups.

Held at Glamis Imperial Sand Dunes, the mecca of Southwest off-roading, this annual event will once again ignite passion and adventure in every attendee through adrenalinefilled experiences.( Photo: Polaris Off-Road)