Abstract: A method of assembling two snowmobiles with a common frame includes providing a common forward frame. A first common component is provided and positioned at a first orientation or at a second orientation with respect to the common forward frame. The first common component is secured at the first orientation or at the second orientation. The method includes selecting between a first set of first model components and a second set of second model components and securing the first set of first model components or the second set of second model components.

Abstract: A forward frame is provided that includes a first side that includes an inner perimeter that defines a first side opening, and a second side that includes an inner perimeter that defines a second side opening. The first side and the second side define a rear opening therebetween at the rear of the forward frame assembly for receiving at least a portion of a heat exchanger assembly, a tunnel, or both therein.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure describe a snow vehicle, comprising an engine mounted on a frame, a drive track, a drive train operatively interconnecting the engine with the drive track for delivering propulsive power to the drive track, and exhaust system. The exhaust system is positioned within an interior of the frame of the vehicle.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a duct valve for a clutch assembly of an off-road vehicle. The duct valve is configured to be coupled to a housing of the clutch assembly. The duct valve comprises a first duct attached to the housing and a first valve cage attached to the first duct. The first valve cage is configured to hold a first floatable element therewithin. The first floatable element is configured to have a first buoyancy and is configured to displace towards a first air opening of the first duct corresponding to a level of a liquid to seal the first air opening.

Abstract: An attachment system includes a connector that is removably securable to a vehicle body or a mounting bracket that is securable to a vehicle body. The connector includes a housing and a connecting pin extending from a surface of the housing. The connecting pin is receivable in the mounting bracket or the vehicle body in a first position, and the connecting pin is moveable to a second position such that a portion of the mounting bracket or vehicle body is located intermediate a portion of the connecting pin and the housing. The connector further includes a locking pin moveable from a locking position to a release position. The locking pin is engaged with the mounting bracket or the vehicle body in the locking position, thereby inhibiting movement of the connecting pin from the second position. The locking pin is disengaged from the mounting bracket or the vehicle body when in the release position, thereby allowing removal of the connecting pin from the vehicle body or the mounting bracket.

Abstract: An attachment system includes a connector that is removably securable to a vehicle body or a mounting bracket that is securable to a vehicle body. The connector includes a housing and a connecting pin extending from a surface of the housing. The connecting pin is receivable in the mounting bracket or the vehicle body in a first position, and the connecting pin is moveable to a second position such that a portion of the mounting bracket or vehicle body is located intermediate a portion of the connecting pin and the housing. The connector further includes a locking pin moveable from a locking position to a release position. The locking pin is engaged with the mounting bracket or the vehicle body in the locking position, thereby inhibiting movement of the connecting pin from the second position. The locking pin is disengaged from the mounting bracket or the vehicle body when in the release position, thereby allowing removal of the connecting pin from the vehicle body or the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A rear member of a running board assembly for a snow vehicle. The rear member includes a transition body positionable adjacent a side wall of a tunnel of the snow vehicle. The transition body comprises a forward end and a rearward end extending upward and rearward therefrom. The rear member further includes a flange extending downward and rearward from the transition body. The flange is positionable adjacent the side wall of the tunnel. The rear member further includes a bumper arm mount positioned at the rearward end of the transition body. The bumper arm mount is engageable with a bumper arm of the snow vehicle.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure describe a snow vehicle, comprising an engine mounted on a frame, a drive track, a drive train operatively interconnecting the engine with the drive track for delivering propulsive power to the drive track, and exhaust system. The exhaust system is positioned within an interior of the frame of the vehicle.

Abstract: A recreational vehicle may include a track drive protector attached to a bottom-out protector. The track drive protector is configured to mate with the bottom-out protector. A recreational vehicle may further or alternatively include a secondary skid plate attached to the skid plate. The secondary skid plate is configured to mate with the skid plate and/or the forward frame assembly. The track drive protector and the secondary skid plate may provide additional support to the vehicle, help deflect debris away from the underside of the vehicle, and/or absorb impact forces when the vehicle strikes an object.

Abstract: A composite running board for a snow vehicle includes a first side rail a first side rail positionable along an outboard side of a side panel of a snowmobile tunnel and a second side rail positionable outboard of the first side rail adjacent a support member. The second side rail defines one or more retaining features that are engageable with the support member. One or more cross members extend from the first side rail to the second side rail. The first side rail, the second side rail, and the cross members comprise a fiber reinforced polymer.

Abstract: A snow vehicle includes a vehicle body and a member. The vehicle body includes a forward frame and a tunnel. The member includes a tubular support and a first end secured to the forward frame. The forward frame includes a tube extending downward and rearward from a steering column mount. The tube of the forward frame is secured with the tubular support to define a continuous tube extending from the steering column mount to the member.

Abstract: An assembly for a snowmobile includes an airbox having a plenum for coupling to a throttle body of an engine and two branches defining openings for air intake. A storage box is mounted between the two branches and defines area for receiving a console. The airbox is part of a hood of the vehicle and includes an opening over a storage box. The disclosure also includes a ribbed bumper mount with a latch assembly for securing the hood.

Abstract: A support bracket for a tunnel of a snow vehicle includes a body, a first member, and a first flange. The body includes an inboard side and an outboard side. The outboard side of the body is positionable along an inboard surface of a side panel of the tunnel. A first member extends forward from the body, the first member positioned along the inboard surface of the side panel of the tunnel. The first flange extends outboard from the first member. The first flange extends outboard from the side panel to support an inboard portion of a running board. In some embodiments, the support bracket may include a second member and a second flange. The second member extends rearward from the body and is positioned along the inboard surface of the side panel adjacent to an underside of an upper panel of the tunnel. The second flange extends inboard from the second member and is positioned along the underside of the upper panel. The second flange may support one or more components on an exterior surface of the upper panel.

Abstract: A toe stop is provided that includes a unitary body. The unitary body includes one or more of a forward wall; an inboard wall extending rearward from the forward wall; and a rearward wall extending upward inward from the inboard wall. A toe pocket is at least partially defined by the forward wall and the inboard wall.

Abstract: A forward frame is provided that includes a first side that includes an inner perimeter that defines a first side opening, and a second side that includes an inner perimeter that defines a second side opening. The first side and the second side define a rear opening therebetween at the rear of the forward frame assembly for receiving at least a portion of a heat exchanger assembly, a tunnel, or both therein.

Abstract: An attachment system includes a connector that is removably securable to a vehicle body or a mounting bracket that is securable to a vehicle body. The connector includes a housing and a connecting pin extending from a surface of the housing. The connecting pin is receivable in the mounting bracket or the vehicle body in a first position, and the connecting pin is moveable to a second position such that a portion of the mounting bracket or vehicle body is located intermediate a portion of the connecting pin and the housing. The connector further includes a locking pin moveable from a locking position to a release position. The locking pin is engaged with the mounting bracket or the vehicle body in the locking position, thereby inhibiting movement of the connecting pin from the second position. The locking pin is disengaged from the mounting bracket or the vehicle body when in the release position, thereby allowing removal of the connecting pin from the vehicle body or the mounting bracket.

Abstract: Embodiments include a clutch guard for a CVT in a vehicle, including a shield body, a torque control link section integrated with the shield body and including one or more engine mounting features for securing to an engine, and wherein the torque control link section includes a jackshaft aperture for receiving a jackshaft, and an output shaft clearance component, in contact with the output shaft, and wherein the torque control link portion secures a distance between the shafts.

Abstract: A bottom-out protector for a recreational vehicle that interconnects a plurality of vehicle components together. The bottom-out protector includes a bottom wall, an inboard outer wall extending upward from the bottom wall, an outboard outer wall extending upward from the bottom wall, an outward support member extending outboard from the outboard outer wall, and one or more mounting features for interconnecting the plurality of vehicle components.

Abstract: A method of assembling two snowmobiles with a common frame includes providing a common forward frame. A first common component is provided and positioned at a first orientation or at a second orientation with respect to the common forward frame. The first common component is secured at the first orientation or at the second orientation. The method includes selecting between a first set of first model components and a second set of second model components and securing the first set of first model components or the second set of second model components.