2026 Can-Am Defender MAX DPS™ HD9

2026 Can-Am Defender MAX DPS 62 HD9 – Featured Specs & Uses

️ HD9 Engine – 650cc Rotax® single-cylinder, reliable and efficient power
MAX Seating – Seats up to 6 with convertible rear seating for crew or family
DPS (Dynamic Power Steering) – Easy, confident steering all day long
62” Width – Trail-friendly and easy to maneuver in tight spaces
⚙️ CVT Transmission – PRO-TORQ with Quick Response System (QRS)
Visco-Lok QE Front Differential – On-the-fly traction when conditions change
12” Steel Wheels – Built tough for work sites and trails
Heavy-Duty Steel Frame – Made to handle real-world abuse
1,000 lb Towing Capacity – Haul trailers, equipment, or firewood
Durable Cargo Box – Dump bed for tools, feed, or gear
️ Full Skid Plate Protection – Confidence over rocks, roots, and ruts

Perfect For:
Farm & Ranch Work – Moving supplies, checking fences, daily chores
Property Maintenance – Landscaping, hauling debris, snow prep
Trail Riding – Narrow trails, wooded paths, and recreation
‍‍‍ Family Adventures – Room for everyone with safe, comfortable seating
️ Job Sites – Transporting crews and tools efficiently
️ Camping & Hunting – Quiet, capable access to remote areas


BRP Exclusive Dealership
As the largest BRP exclusive dealer in the Southeast, Lake Norman Power Sports offers a wide range of BRP products, including Sea-Doo® personal watercrafts, Can-Am® ATVs and side-by-side vehicles, and more.

️ Full-Service & Parts Department – Factory-authorized repairs, maintenance, and genuine BRP parts to keep your machine performing at its best.

️ Family-Owned Since 2002
Founded by Dana Martin, a seasoned professional with over 30 years in the boating industry, Lake Norman Power Sports has been a trusted name in the powersports community for over two decades. Dana's daughters, Susan Newsom and Joie, now manage the dealership, continuing the family legacy with a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.


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Images provided, where available, serve as reasonable representations of the offered unit and/or manufacturer stock images. Representations of non-standard options or features may be included. There is no guarantee of the availability or inclusion of the options displayed. Engine Type: V Twin
Displacement: 59.5 cu. in. (976 cc)
Bore and Stroke: Bore: 3.58 in. (91 mm); Stroke: 2.42 in. (61.5 mm)
Cooling: Liquid
Fuel System: Gas
Front Suspension: Double A-Arm
Front Brakes: Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Tire: XPS Trail Force 27 x 9-14
Rear Suspension: Independent
Rear Brakes: Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Tire: XPS Trail Force 27 x 11-14
Dry Weight: 1807 lb. (819 kg.)
Wheelbase: 115.5 in. (2940 mm)
Front Travel: 10 in. (254 mm)
Rear Travel: 10 in. (254 mm)
Ground Clearance: 11 in. (280 mm)
Fuel Capacity: 10.6 gal. (40 L)
Box Capacity: 1000 lbs. (454 kg.)
Towing Capacity: 2500 lb. (1134 kg.)
Drive System: Continuously Variable (CVT)
Speedometer: Standard
Tachometer: Standard
Odometer: Standard