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Law enforcement, fire fighting,emergency services and otherpublic agencies across the UnitedStates are receiving PolarisRANGERs free of charge as partof “Operation RANGER,” acommunity outreach program ofthe U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Co.(USSTC).

Since Operation RANGER waslaunched in 2002, more than 160

of the versatile Polaris utility vehicleshave been awarded to agencies in 49

states. Agencies interested in acquiringvehicle submit grant applications to USSTC, which has also awardedthem to wildlife conservation groups and search and rescue teams.

When The Wapello County (Iowa) Sheriff ’s Department received aRANGER 6x6 through Operation RANGER in May, the vehiclewas presented to Sheriff Don Kirkendall by Tommy Johnson, Jr., asix-time NHRA drag racing champion and former Ottumwa, Iowa,resident. (USSTC is the parent company of Johnson’s main sponsor.)

“After I sent in the application [for the RANGER], we had a couplesituations where we could have used a RANGER, [including a]manhunt and some lost boys,” said Wapello Chief Deputy MarkMiller. “With this RANGER, we’ll be able to get a lot more places.”

The Peoria, Arizona, Police Department also received a RANGER6x6 through the program. A department spokesperson said it wouldbe used to access remote areas of desert and river bottoms in thePeoria area, as well as for patrol work and as part of the NeighborhoodAction team.

As government personnel and volunteers searched for survivors and cleaned up wreckage from the December 2004 tsunami that struck countries

such as Thailand, Indonesia and Maldives, Polaris RANGER utility vehicles provided the workers with outstanding mobility. The RANGERs

were provided by the Polaris international business division and were used to transport personnel and supplies on areas that were pummeled by

the gigantic ocean waves. In many coastal areas, what has been pristine resort and beachfront property was turned into a debris-covered disaster

zone by the tsunami, and the RANGERs allowed workers to traverse rough terrain and wreckage to keep the recovery effort moving.

When employees at Town & Country Motorsports in Chandler,Arizona, looks at a RANGER, they don’t just see a utility vehicle,they see an opportunity for customizing.

In the past few years, the Town & Country staff has gained a reputationfor customizing RANGERs with incredible custom paint jobs and accessorieslike chrome roll bars, chrome wheels, chrome brush guards, custom grilles,stereos and more. The custom paint is usually applied by Denny Bloom ofKreative Kolor.

Sales Manager Matt Sheridan says all types of customers have purchasedthe custom RANGERs, and that they’re especially popular at the sand dunes,where off-road enthusiasts insist on style along with performance.

To see more custom-painted and tricked-out RANGERs, visit the Town &Country website at: http://www.azmotorsports.com/links/tcm.html.

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For 2006, the RANGER story isabout power – EFI power!

Five RANGER models are now powered by engineswith electronic fuel injection (EFI) that boostsperformance, ensures easy starting in virtually allconditions and adjusts automatically to changes inelevation and temperature. With EFI, these RANGERengines achieve a more-efficient fuel burn and deliverbetter acceleration and top speed than ever before.

The 2006 RANGER models offer expanded versatilityfrom a wider selection of Lock & Ride™ accessories,and the XP, 4x4 and 6x6 models have the industry’sbest all-wheel-drive traction systems.

For complete details on these models and the 2-wheel-drive RANGER TM, see your RANGER dealer orwww.polarisindustries.com.

LIMITED EDITION RANGER 4X4 EFI/RANGER 4X4

The Limited Edition RANGER 4x4 has a powerful 500 engine with EFIfor outstanding acceleration, top speed and sure starting. The standardRANGER 4x4 has a carbureted 30-HP 500 engine. Standard features onboth 4x4s include:

• Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) with 9” of travel

• 8” of front suspension travel and 11” of ground clearance

• Polaris On-Demand True 4WD

• Push-button electronic locking rear differential

• Lock & Ride™ cargo system

• Classic Green body color

A RANGER owner who wants to choose different top speeds for different family members or operators can doso with the SpeedKey system. Available as an accessory from RANGER dealers, SpeedKey lets an ownerchoose between 25 MPH or a 41 MPH top speed instantly, with no loss in torque or power in either mode.There’s nothing to set or lock. The owner just chooses between two ignition keys — one that goes 25 MPH andone that goes 41 MPH. When the owner provides the operator with a yellow SpeedKey, the RANGER cannotexceed 25 MPH, but its performance from 0-25 MPH is unaffected. When a black key is used, the RANGER’stop speed can reach 41 MPH. The SpeedKey system is available for 2006 carbureted RANGER 4x4 models.

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RANGER 6X6 EFI

The new RANGER 6x6 EFI is all about unmatchedcapacity, with the highest cargo, payload and towingcapacities in the industry. For 2006, the Polaris 700Twin EFI engine also produces a whopping +47%more torque than previous 6x6 models. The 6x6 EFIalso accelerates faster and has a top speed of 44 MPH.

• Hardest-working utility vehicle with: Industry-leading 1750 lbs. payload, 1250 lbs. cargo capacity,cargo volume, 1750 lbs. towing capacity

• On-Demand True 6WD, the industry’s only true 6WD

• Exclusive Lock & Ride™ Cargo System

• Smoothest-riding with 6.25” suspension travel and high ground clearance of 7.2”

• Color: Classic Green

RANGER XP/LIMITED EDITION RANGER XP MODELS

A popular LE model for 2005, the RANGER XPreturns for 2006 with a Polaris 700 Twin EFI enginethat produces 29% faster acceleration than RANGER4x4 and a 44 MPH top speed. The XP puts theexcitement into utility with the best acceleration andtop speed on the market. RANGER XP -- for

Xtreme Off-Road Performance, also comes thisyear in two exclusive, limited edition versions:

The Ultimate Hunter, the RANGER XP inMossy Oak New Break Up Camouflagepattern, and The Ultimate Look, RANGERXP in a painted Midnight Red configurationwith aluminum rims and matching, stitchedmidnight red seats.

Lock & Ride™ accessories let RANGER owners enhance the versatility of the vehicles inseconds. Attaching or removing the new Lock & Ride™ RANGER Cab is almost as easy asoperating an umbrella. Riders can enjoy open seating on nice days, and attach the Cabquickly and easily when the weather turns nasty. Other Lock & Ride™ accessories forRANGERs include a Gun Scabbard Mount, Bed Wall Extensions, Cargo Box Divider, Tool& Cargo Box and Water Cooler Mount. Lock & Ride™ makes it easy: No tools, no parts orcomponents to lose, and rubber mounting that eliminates vibration. Just lock on and ride! 23ESCAPE!

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The Jackpot takes Vegas styling to the extreme. It’s sleek, yet larger than life with its muscular rear

tire, radical paint schemes, smooth and powerful Freedom® 100/6 and extensive chrome.

The Jackpot is the flagship of a 2006 Victory lineup that features

more power than ever before. The Vegas and Kingpin now

have the Freedom® 100/6 V-twin drivetrain (100-cubic

inch engine and 6-speed overdrive transmission), while

the Vegas 8-Ball now has the 100-inch engine with a

5-speed transmission.

Learn all about the 2006 lineup at

www.victorymotorcycles.com, where you can

configure your dream bike through the Victory

Custom Order Program now through October 31st.

Where there are jackpots, there are big winners. For the year ahead, the biggestwinners will be the riders turning heads, stopping traffic andenjoying the ride on the stunning new 2006 Victory Vegas Jackpot.

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VICTORY VEGAS 8-BALL

What it Is: An “Extreme Custom.”

Key Styling Points: Style is the story here. The Jackpot models feature radical paint schemes, color-matched frames, extensivechrome detailing, a lowered rear end riding on a muscular 250mm rear tire, a classic 21” wheel up front, reshaped headlight andmore. It is stunning.

Power: Victory Freedom™ 100/6, the 100-cu.-in. V-twin with 6-speed transmission with overdrive.

Did You Know? Here’s a true factory Extreme Custom for substantially less money than most of the alternatives.

Surprises? Newcomers to the Victory brand might be surprised that, unlike most Extreme Customs, this bike is a real rider. It hasexceptional power, a smooth ride, 6-speed transmission and premium brakes. Best of all, the Vegas Jackpot is a true factory

Extreme Custom that’s backed with the quality, support and extensive dealer network that many of the alternatives don’t all provide.

VICTORY VEGAS JACKPOT

What it Is? The premier Power Cruiser with aprecedent-setting combination of the Freedom® 100/6drivetrain, sporty bodywork, 250mm-wide rear tireand outstanding brakes.

Key Styling Points: The sporty rear fender gives greatexposure to the awe-inspiring, meaty rear tire. Theentire bike is long, low and powerful-looking.

Power: It rolls with the drivetrain it helped introduce,Victory’s own Freedom™ 100/6 package.

Surprises? The wide rear tire was a joint developmentproject for Victory and Dunlop tire engineers. The tirewas crafted specially for the Hammer, so it rides andhandles beautifully.

Don’t Miss… The growing collection of Pure Victoryaccessories for the Hammer. You can add more style orget touring gear for long-distance riding.

What is It? The best value on the cruiser market. It’s anAmerican custom cruiser with a 5-speed 100-cu.-in. V-twinand a great suggested retail.

Key Styling Points: The 8-ball is a blacked-out Vegas. It hasall the super-comfortable Vegas ergonomics, mechanicals

(see: transmission note) and award-winning Vegasstyling cues including a raised ‘spine’ from tip totail, a stretched, split-tail tank and more.Bottom line? Most of what’s chrome on a Vegasis power-coated black on an 8-Ball.

Power: For 2006, the 8-Ball is powered by theFreedom® 100-cu.-in. engine, and it retains its5-speed transmission.

Who Rides It? Some 8-Ball riders love its stealthy goodlooks and keep it almost stock. Others use it as a starting

point for major Vegas custom projects. On the road, everyonewins when they enjoy the 8-Ball’s performance.VICTORY HAMMER

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