Can-Am DS X 90 vs Arctic Cat 90 Youth (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am DS X 90stacks up against the Arctic Cat 90 Youth. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCan-Am DS X 90Arctic Cat 90 Youth
Model year20142010
Price$3,699
Engine90 cc90 cc
Weight113 kg120 kg
Seat height27 mm
Fuel capacity0.7 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Double drumExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires19/7-8 / 18/10-8 20/7-8 / 19/8-8

Can-Am DS X 90 vs Arctic Cat 90 Youth — which should you buy?

Picking between the Can-Am DS X 90 and the Arctic Cat 90 Youth usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am DS X 90 brings its published horsepower in a 113 kg package, while the Arctic Cat 90 Youth counters with its own power figure at 120 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: