Meet the 2027 Polaris 650 INDY® VR1 137 in ****—a trail-bred performance sled that looks as quick as it feels the moment you thumb the throttle. It’s the kind of machine that makes winter plans form on their own: a quick lap turns into a long loop, and a “sun’s going down” ride somehow ends with you scouting just one more ribbon of fresh, groomed perfection.
At the heart of it all is the liquid-cooled **Patriot™ 650**—a **2-cylinder, 2-stroke** horizontal in-line setup with **reed valve** induction and **fuel injection**, sipping **regular** fuel through an oil-injected system. Translation: crisp response, strong pull, and that eager, rev-happy character you want when the trail opens up and the corners start linking together. Hit the **electric start**, settle your gloves, and let the **CVT** do what it does best—keep the power right where it needs to be while you focus on lines, timing, and traction. Need to back out of a tight spot at the staging area or a snowed-in turnoff? **Reverse** is ready.
Built around the **MATRYX aluminum frame**, the VR1 137 has that modern, rider-forward feel—balanced and purposeful without being fussy. With a stance set at **42.5 inches**, it’s planted and predictable, giving you the confidence to carry speed without feeling like you’re wrestling the bars. The **Pro-Steer™ composite skis** with **carbide** skags bite into the hardpack and help the sled hold a clean arc, while the **independent A-arm** front suspension delivers **9.5 inches** of travel to keep the front end composed when the trail gets choppy.
Out back, the **PRO-CC** rear suspension provides a generous **16.2 inches** of travel, and the ride quality gets even more serious thanks to **Walker Evans Racing (WER®)** adjustable gas shocks with remote reservoirs at the front, rear, and center. That means you can tune the feel to match your day—whether you’re out for smooth, fast cruising or you’re charging through late-afternoon whoops when the trail has been worked over. The sled stays controlled, resists bottoming, and keeps the skis tracking where you point them.
The **Cobra Track** brings the traction, measuring **137 inches** long by **15 inches** wide with **1.35-inch** lugs. It’s a sweet spot for riders who want the agility to snap from corner to corner, but also the stability and hookup to drive forward hard when you roll on the throttle. And with a **dry weight of 497 lbs**, the package feels athletic—responsive when you shift your weight, quick when you flick it into the next turn.
Polaris didn’t forget the real-world details that make a day on the snow smoother. The **Matryx Stealth** brake with a **hydraulic disc** rear setup adds confident stopping power. You get a **mid-height tinted windshield** to take the edge off wind, plus **hand guards** and **heated, adjustable driver grips** to keep your hands happy when the temperature drops. There’s even **underseat storage** (1.8 gallons / 8.1 liters) for the essentials, and practical touches like a **belt guard**, **snow guard**, **shock cover**, and **skid-resistant** running boards.
Tech fans will appreciate **RIDE COMMAND™ GPS**, **Bluetooth® Audio**, and **mobile app instrumentation**, along with clear alerts like a **temperature warning light** and a **fuel level gauge**. With an **11.5-gallon** fuel capacity, you’ve got the range to turn “just a quick ride” into an all-day grin.
Finished in ****, this INDY® VR1 137 doesn’t just blend into the snowmobile crowd—it stands out at the trailhead, then backs it up mile after mile with sharp handling, modern control, and that unmistakable Patriot™ punch.
