2009 Polaris Ranger XP UTV - Off-Road Magazine

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 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.
What started a short time ago as a stock 2009 Ranger XP has been transformed into a machin
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.
Many Ranger owners like to have it both ways, desiring a go-anywhere sport rig and a workh
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
While this rig was built to be more of a trail runner, the longer, wider suspension allows

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.
The Jagged X suspension arms widen the track width about 10 inches over stock to increase
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.
Custom Paint by CR Designs laid down the bright red paint and the graphics. Other parts on
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.
Creature comfort excels with a swap to a Jet Trim custom seat with matching red piping. Pa

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.
The factory dash got a matching paint coat and Jagged X billet aluminum cup holders and sh
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.
A removable cargo rack and ice chest sits in the forward portion of the bed. The powder-co
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.
Front suspension gets the upgrade treatment with the addition of Jagged X independent A-ar

In the rear, the suspension got the same Jagged X wide-track treatment. Elka Elite series adjustable coilovers with reservoirs serve to support and damp each corner. The motor remains the stock 700cc parallel twin EFI powerplant with the CV transmission and high/low transfer case.
In the rear, the suspension got the same Jagged X wide-track treatment. Elka Elite series
Maxxis Bighorns in a 27-inch size serve traction duty and are mounted on OMF three-piece billet center beadlocks to ensure against popping a bead off when using lowered air pressure and side-loading the tires while in the dirt.
Maxxis Bighorns in a 27-inch size serve traction duty and are mounted on OMF three-piece b
The Jagged X-Polaris Racing Chevy truck was well concocted. The guys knew they wanted an efficient way to transport a race or weekend UTV, haul plenty of fuel, parts, and tools, and have the ability to get out in the back country when needed.
The Jagged X-Polaris Racing Chevy truck was well concocted. The guys knew they wanted an e

This Ranger build was meant to yield a highly useable rig, so goals were to build the most capable and best riding trail UTV possible. It performs smoothly across sand washes and open desert, exhibiting both rider comfort and control. The wider, long travel suspension lets it crawl over rocky terrain with ease.
This Ranger build was meant to yield a highly useable rig, so goals were to build the most
The tail is accented with a stylish tube bumper.
AZ Color in Phoenix generated all the graphics and the white truck underneath has been transformed to red-based graphics with the use of a custom vehicle wrap. Jagged X fabricated all the tube work on the turbo diesel truck.
AZ Color in Phoenix generated all the graphics and the white truck underneath has been tra

Tucked under the body you'll find an on-board air setup and the novelty everyone likes to play with ... a full-size train horn.
Tucked under the body you'll find an on-board air setup and the novelty everyone likes to
Inside the bed, you'll find fuel jugs to keep the Polaris rigs juiced, along with a Honda power generator, Lincoln MIG welder, power inverter, and a complete assortment of emergency and recovery gear. Most items are padlocked in place to remove any covetous temptation from the minds of those who might want any of the items for themselves.
Inside the bed, you'll find fuel jugs to keep the Polaris rigs juiced, along with a Honda
The Chevy 3500 has been raised 4 inches with a Rancho suspension lift. Firestone air bags on the rear are pumped up with a Viair Extreme Duty dual compressor to help supplement the added load and level out the ride. Rancho 5000 shocks are used at all four corners as well. Thirty-three-inch Toyo MTs mounted on 17-inch Robby Gordon Street Locks round out the off-road capability of the chase/haul truck.
The Chevy 3500 has been raised 4 inches with a Rancho suspension lift. Firestone air bags

Like any good chase truck, this one is fully stocked with spare parts, tools, and fluids. The crew has to be prepared to repair most anything that may be a problem during a race pit stop. The bed area is fully lit using Vision X HID and LED lighting systems.
Like any good chase truck, this one is fully stocked with spare parts, tools, and fluids.
Stored under the bed are a set of steel sections that link together to form the two ramps used to load a UTV on top of the Chevy truck. We watched as they were able to assemble the ramp in just a few minutes.
Stored under the bed are a set of steel sections that link together to form the two ramps
The steel tube cage serves as a storage rack for spare tires above the cab and a Warn 4.0 winch sits up top in case it's need to pull a disabled UTV onto the truck. Fortunately, the winch has seen little use to this point.
The steel tube cage serves as a storage rack for spare tires above the cab and a Warn 4.0

With the ramps on the back of the truck, it's an easy job to drive a UTV right onto the bed rails for hauling. The team often uses the truck to haul their race RZR to desert events.
With the ramps on the back of the truck, it's an easy job to drive a UTV right onto the be

Specs
VEHICLE:	2009 Polaris Ranger XP
OWNER:	Jagged X, Phoenix, AZ
BODY:	Stock
ENGINE:	700cc parallel twin EFI
DRIVETRAIN:	CVT w/ two-speed transfer case
FRONT SUSPENSION:	Custom Jagged X, Elka Elite coilovers
REAR SUSPENSION:	Custom Jagged X, Elka Elite coilovers
STEERING:	Factory rack, custom Jagged X chromoly tie rods
BRAKES:	Four wheel hydraulic disc
TIRES/WHEELS:	Maxxis 27-inch Bighorns on OMF aluminum beadlocks
INTERIOR:	Custom seat by Jet Trim, DJ Safety lap belts
OTHER PARTS:	On-board air, auxiliary lighting

Specs
VEHICLE:	2005 Chevrolet 3500
OWNER:	Jagged X, Phoenix, AZ
BODY:	Four-door with Utility Bed
ENGINE:	Duramax 6600 6.6L turbo-diesel
DRIVETRAIN:	Allison 1000 automatic, Factory rear locker
FRONT SUSPENSION:	Rancho 4" suspension lift
REAR SUSPENSION:	Rancho 4 with Firestone Airbags
STEERING:	Stock
BRAKES:	Stock
TIRES/WHEELS:	Toyo 33" MTs/Robby Gordon 17 Street Locks
INTERIOR:	Stock
OTHER PARTS:	Custom rear rack with lighting and full race-support gear, on-board air, generator, welder, power inverter, etc.