Polaris MATRYX Indy VR1 Tunnel/Stud Protector Installation 

I have my skid and track out so this was very easy for me to install these and no need to remove my snow flap etc...

I'm going to do studs and the protection this weekend, this is super helpful. Thanks, guys.

Thanks for the video. I sprayed wd40 in the slots and the protectors glided right in.

Great video guys....Doing mine tomorrow...no reason to watch another video!!!.THANKS!!!

Good vid! Just installed mine. You're right - the hand rivet tool was a pain in the a$$!

22 XCR runs 10-15F cooler studded than non studded 21 Indy Matrix Launch edition. XCR is 137 vs 129 Indy also. Just studded the Indy and will see how it drops temp in 22-23 winter.

Great work made it look easy

Thanks for the good video helps a lot

Made that look easy!!

HI guys, I could not help but notice your ice scratcher set up for the VR1 in this video. I would love to know what you used for scratcher and the catch you have holding them up. Long story short, I have a 2015 and 2017 ProS 800. I DO NOT WANT CABLE SCRATCHERS (ABSOLUTE JUNK), I have used the skidoo scratchers with mounts from One-Rig design with great success, but there is nothing to hang them on when you don't want them down. I am intrigued by your scratcher and catch set-up. Any help?

Should have installed tunnel protectors when you had the skid frame out.

why not leave the bumper on and just remove the snowflap?

I need studs and tunnel protectors for 21 650 xc launch .do you like that stud pattern .I went to the woodys site and they recommend a different patter for the doubles bit ive seen your pattern on sleds too

yeah you dont need to take the bumper or snow flap off we did our three just fine without any of that jazz

I like some of the stuff you painted. Do you remember what brand and color of paint it was?

Curious if you noticed any difference in cooling once installed? I did read somewhere that the protectors also add some decent cooling capacity.

Do you guys have any experience with the igrip screw in studs?? I realize it’s not the same as regular conventional picked track but looking at them for my new VR1 whenever it arrives ???????? Thinking it would be like a Ice Ripper track ???

Hey I feel dumb asking this. I just pick up my VR1 and notice the headlight is pretty much in the dirt like 10' or less in front of the sled. Have you guys tried to adjust the headlight on the sled. I know all about the adjuster knob. But I`m wondering if there is a lock or something I can`t see or find. Because it won`t move at all to the point that if I try any harder I`m afraid it will break. Wondering if there is a locking screw or something I`m missing. I`ve tried pushing in on the knob and pulling it out and still won`t move. I have the hood off and can`t see anything but the damn thing will not move at all.

I just snow checked a 2022 XCR 850 136” 1.35 cobra. I looking for opinion on stud length and what you think of the stud boy pro backers and how many you recommend per track. I see you have 2 per track on this sled. Thanks

For some reason, I keep thinking your track is installed backwards

Is this an option from the factory?

How’d you guys paint that vent cover red by the pull cord there?

Will this fit the 136 xcr

Hey Guys, Whats the height of the tunnel protectors, like 1.5" ? Thanks !

Bought a 2021 Switchback Assault MATRYX 650 146. Going to put a lock and ride second seat on it for my wife and/or grandkids. Should I get these when I put on the beefier torsion springs (2884977)

Great video guys like all the rest. But the second I saw those bolts I could see it on your faces WTF LMAO. I was like this is a very stupid and dumb ass design. With all the brain power Polaris has they came up with this. Who ever came up with this must have been someone`s family member LOL. I can`t believe Polaris didn`t use one of the old methods that has worked for years. Slide it in till it bottoms out, and either use one bolt in the back or pinch the rail together. Has anyone you know ever has an issue with a tunnel protector in there sled. Polaris should have known better LOL Either way keep up the good work. How about showing one on taking the pipe out with out Scratching everything up.