For 2009, Polaris re-engineered the venerable Ranger UTV that has been in production for some number of years. Upgrades to the Ranger XP include tilt steering, new seating, and new exterior styling. The older Ranger models used a McPherson strut front suspension while the new Ranger offers dual A-arm adjustable front suspension. Out back, the rear suspension is independently adjustable starting this year.
Jagged Extreme is an off-road supplier and customizer in Phoenix, Arizona, and owned by Bill Schuler and his two sons, Brandon and Justin. Part of their passion includes supplying parts, accessories, and custom work to Side-by-Side enthusiasts. They are also an aftermarket product developer that works with the Polaris factory to create upgrade components for Polaris UTVs for sport, trail, and race use.
This past spring they received a pre-production Ranger XP to study and develop into something a little more unique. Their goal was to take a competent stock UTV and transform it into a vehicle that was more eye-catching and performance oriented.
The crew at Jagged X have a history of working with UTVs, building go-fast types, race rigs, and weekend trail runners. They wanted to take the stock Ranger XP and turn it into a highly capable trail runner able to tackle most any type of terrain in comfort.
To start, the engine and drivetrain were left essentially stock, but the suspension was upgraded to increase ground clearance, track width, and clearance. Jagged X fabricated its own suspension arms and added Elka coilovers to control the longer travel suspension, while maintaining ride comfort for the occupants.
The crew caged the Ranger for safety, added some even nicer seating and lap belts, and then accented it all in red paint and powder-coat. Add in some functional accessories and you end up with the well appointed looker splashed across these pages.
When it came time to choose a way to haul its UTVs, Jagged X had a couple of trailers, but wanted something a bit more unique, with the ability to go almost anywhere they needed for race pit duties or for weekend fun. They chose to build up a customized 2005 Chevy 3500 Duramax that's outfitted with a utility bed stocked with tools and spares. The Jagged X-Polaris Racing truck is also equipped to haul a UTV on top of the bed.
We like the crafty combination, which is both highly functional and sharp looking to boot!
 What started a short time...  What started a short time ago as a stock 2009 Ranger XP has been transformed into a machine with eye-catching appeal and increased off-road performance. Wheelbase has been stretched 2 inches over stock to 78 inches. |  Many Ranger owners like to...  Many Ranger owners like to have it both ways, desiring a go-anywhere sport rig and a workhorse that still has utilitarian value. Jagged X designed a cage that retains the dump bed function. After pulling two quick-release pins at the rear cage legs, the bed can be tilted upward for cargo dump or for engine access. |  While this rig was built to...  While this rig was built to be more of a trail runner, the longer, wider suspension allows the UTV to soak up some good bumps and can handle catching a little air as well. Top speed is in the 45-50 mph range |
 The Jagged X suspension arms...  The Jagged X suspension arms widen the track width about 10 inches over stock to increase both wheel travel and stability on the trail. Ground clearance is increased about 3 inches over stock. |  Custom Paint by CR Designs...  Custom Paint by CR Designs laid down the bright red paint and the graphics. Other parts on the Polaris have been color matched in red powder-coat. Custom touches include the chrome grille insets and hood hinges. Headlights are Vision X HID units, as are the auxiliary lights mounted to the front of the cage. |  Creature comfort excels with...  Creature comfort excels with a swap to a Jet Trim custom seat with matching red piping. Padded, embroidered headrests mount above and behind the seats on the cage tubes. DJ Safety race style seat belts keep all riders in place and the Jagged X fabricated roll cage provides occupants side protection bars as well. |
 The factory dash got a matching...  The factory dash got a matching paint coat and Jagged X billet aluminum cup holders and shift knobs added. A Momo leather steering wheel and Sweet quick-disconnect sit atop the factory tilt column, which is a new Ranger feature for 2009. |  A removable cargo rack and...  A removable cargo rack and ice chest sits in the forward portion of the bed. The powder-coated structure is secured in place using the Polaris Lock & Ride system. The cooler was painted to complement the overall graphic scheme. |  Front suspension gets the...  Front suspension gets the upgrade treatment with the addition of Jagged X independent A-arms. Jagged X chromoly tie rods extend the steering at the new arms and provide an upgrade in strength as well. Gorilla axles provide increased beef at each corner. Braking is factory four wheel hydraulic disc. |