Couple months ago we had a Rzr S 800 and Commander 800R in our stable. For those out there trying to decide between which used Side by Side to buy, this should help. Both the Rzr and the Commander offer unique features and plenty of engine for beginners and experienced drivers. The RZR S is a step up from the base model and the Commander 800R is the base model for Can-Am. In this entry we'll cover the differences in interiors and suspensions and link to other comparisons between the two at the bottom of this review.
At first look both the Commander and the Rzr have aggressive styling. It's apparent that the Rzr has a lower center of gravity, seats positioned closer to the ground and uses a open interior as the engine is positioned behind the cab. The Commander uses a closed cockpit seating design with the engine positioned in the center between the occupants. The Commanders seats get the nod in seat comfort as they use a memory foam type cushion and the cockpit style cab providing a feeling of security. A unique feature to the Commander is that both seats can be easily removed and used as chairs around the campfire.
The suspension on both machines work well, although the Rzr S 800 offers a smoother ride. That being said the Commander is a true sport-utility UTV, has a functional dual compartment dump bed rated to carry 600 pounds versus the Rzr 300 pound capacity. The rear suspension is noticeably stiffer on the Commander, probably for the purpose of hauling loads and offers 10 inches of travel front and rear. The rear suspension on the Rzr 800 S is a a-arm setup with Fox Racing shocks offering 12 inches of travel front and rear, as opposed to the Commander's dual rear trailing arm setup. Don't expect to haul much in the small rear cargo bed area on the Rzr 800, but if you're primary use for the UTV is trail riding the Rzr S 800 will deliver a smoother more comfortable ride and it's lower center of gravity will come in handy on those side hills.
Watch our video review here
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| Commander 800R Suspension: |
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| Front Suspension Type |
Independent Double A-Arm |
| Front Travel (in/mm) |
10 / 254 |
| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load |
Yes |
| Rear Suspension Type |
Independent |
| Rear Travel (in/mm) |
10 / 254 |
| Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load |
Yes |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers |
2 |
| Rear Suspension Brand Name |
Trailing Torsional Independent (TTI) |
| Rear Suspension Material |
Steel |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar |
Yes |
| Adjustment Type |
Shock Mounted Adjustment |
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| Rzr S 800 Suspension: |
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| Front Suspension Type |
Independent Double A-Arm |
| Front Travel (in/mm) |
12 / 305 |
| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load |
Yes |
| Front Stabilizer Bar |
Yes |
| Rear Suspension Type |
Independent Double A-Arm |
| Rear Travel (in/mm) |
12 / 305 |
| Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load |
Yes |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers |
2 |
| Rear Suspension Material |
Steel |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar |
Yes |
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Couple months ago we had a Rzr S 800 and Commander 800R in our stable. For those out there trying to decide between which used Side by Side to buy, this should help. Both the Rzr and the Commander offer unique features and plenty of engine for beginners and experienced drivers. The RZR S is a step up from the base model and the Commander 800R is the base model for Can-Am. In this entry we'll cover the differences in interiors and suspensions and link to other comparisons between the two at the bottom of this review.
At first look both the Commander and the Rzr have aggressive styling. It's apparent that the Rzr has a lower center of gravity, seats positioned closer to the ground and uses a open interior as the engine is positioned behind the cab. The Commander uses a closed cockpit seating design with the engine positioned in the center between the occupants. The Commanders seats get the nod in seat comfort as they use a memory foam type cushion and the cockpit style cab providing a feeling of security. A unique feature to the Commander is that both seats can be easily removed and used as chairs around the campfire. 
The suspension on both machines work well, although the Rzr S 800 offers a smoother ride. That being said the Commander is a true sport-utility UTV, has a functional dual compartment dump bed rated to carry 600 pounds versus the Rzr 300 pound capacity. The rear suspension is noticeably stiffer on the Commander, probably for the purpose of hauling loads and offers 10 inches of travel front and rear. The rear suspension on the Rzr 800 S is a a-arm setup with Fox Racing shocks offering 12 inches of travel front and rear, as opposed to the Commander's dual rear trailing arm setup. Don't expect to haul much in the small rear cargo bed area on the Rzr 800, but if you're primary use for the UTV is trail riding the Rzr S 800 will deliver a smoother more comfortable ride and it's lower center of gravity will come in handy on those side hills. Watch our video review here
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