Can-Am Maverick Trail Specs | Width, Power, Payload

The Can-Am Maverick Trail is a 50-inch-wide two-seat side-by-side with 52 hp or 75 hp options, 10 to 10.5 inches of travel, and 1,500 lb towing.

Can-Am built the Maverick Trail for riders who want a narrow machine that still feels planted, roomy, and ready for a full day on tight trails. That width is the headline spec for a reason. At 50 inches, it fits where wider sport rigs start feeling like a squeeze.

Still, width alone doesn’t tell you much. Buyers usually want the full picture: engine choices, suspension travel, ground clearance, towing, cargo space, and the trim differences that change how the machine feels on the trail. That’s where the Maverick Trail gets more interesting.

This article pulls the specs into plain English, then sorts out what they mean when you’re choosing between the 700 and 1000 packages, or between the base Trail and DPS versions.

What The Maverick Trail Is Built To Do

The Maverick Trail sits in the sweet spot between a work-first utility side-by-side and a wider sport model. It’s narrow enough for wooded routes and older trail systems, but it still gives you two bucket seats, a CVT transmission, full skid protection, and enough towing muscle for a small trailer, camp gear, or yard work back home.

On the current official model page, Can-Am says the Maverick Trail is 50 inches wide and built for narrow trails and long rides. The same page also calls out the 4.5-inch digital display, integrated LinQ tie-down points, and 20.2 liters of interior storage, which lines up with the published spec sheets. You can verify that on the official Maverick Trail model page.

That gives you the broad idea. Next comes the spec sheet stuff that matters when you’re comparing trims.

Can-Am Maverick Trail Specs By Trim And Engine

The Maverick Trail range is split between two engine paths. The 700 models use a 650 cc Rotax ACE single-cylinder engine rated at 52 horsepower. The 1000 models use a 976 cc Rotax V-twin rated at 75 horsepower. Both use CVT drivetrains, but the 1000 adds an Extra-Low ratio, which is handy in slower, rougher spots.

DPS packages add Dynamic Power Steering, aluminum wheels, and half doors. The front differential setup also changes by package. That matters more than it may sound on paper, since steering feel and front-end bite shape how relaxed the machine feels in rocks, roots, and washed-out turns.

Here’s the broad spec view for the current North American lineup.

Spec	Maverick Trail 700 / DPS 700	Maverick Trail DPS 1000
Engine	650 cc Rotax ACE single-cylinder	976 cc Rotax V-twin
Horsepower	52 hp	75 hp
Transmission	pDrive CVT, L/H/N/R/P	QRS CVT, Extra-L/H/N/R/P
Drive Modes	Selectable 2WD / 4WD	Selectable 2WD / 4WD
Front Differential	Visco-Lok or Visco-Lok QE by package	Auto-locking QE front differential
Front Suspension Travel	10 in.	10 in.
Rear Suspension Travel	10.5 in.	10.5 in.
Width	50 in. (127 cm)	50 in. (127 cm)
Wheelbase	90.6 in. (230.1 cm)	90.6 in. (230.1 cm)
Ground Clearance	10 in. (25.4 cm)	10 in. (25.4 cm)
Dry Weight	About 1,256 lb to 1,290 lb	About 1,383 lb
Towing Capacity	1,500 lb (680 kg)	1,500 lb (680 kg)
Rear Cargo Bed	300 lb (136 kg)	300 lb (136 kg)
Fuel Capacity	10 gal. / 38 L	10 gal. / 38 L
Seats	2	2

The official 2026 spec sheets are worth checking before you buy, since BRP notes that specs and equipment can change by model year and market. The current factory sheets for the 700 T and DPS package spell out the numbers above, including dimensions, travel, towing, and fuel capacity, on Can-Am’s published Maverick Trail spec sheet.

How Those Specs Feel On The Trail

Paper specs are one thing. Trail feel is another. The Maverick Trail’s narrow width is the trait you notice first. On tighter routes, that 50-inch stance takes stress out of tree gaps and trail pinch points. You spend less time second-guessing line choice and more time rolling.

The 700 is the calmer pick. It has enough punch for cruising, moderate climbs, and casual riding with another person on board. It’s also the lighter-feeling version of the bunch. If your weekends are more scenic than rowdy, it makes a lot of sense.

The 1000 changes the pace. You get a stronger pull out of corners, more authority on hills, and less strain when the machine is loaded with two adults and gear. It’s not a race SxS, and it doesn’t try to be, but it has a fuller, stronger feel that many riders want once the trail opens up.

Suspension, Clearance, And Tire Setup

Can-Am gives the Maverick Trail double A-arms up front and a TTA rear setup with sway bars. Travel lands at 10 inches in front and 10.5 inches in the rear. That’s enough to soak up chop, roots, ruts, and smaller ledges without making the chassis feel tall and tippy.

Ground clearance is 10 inches, which is a solid middle ground for a trail machine. It won’t float over every deep rut the way a taller mud rig can, but it keeps the underbody out of trouble on normal trail terrain. Full skid protection helps when you misjudge a rock or cross a rough wash.

• 26-inch Carlisle ACT tires keep the overall stance trail-friendly.
• 12-inch steel wheels come on base trims, while DPS versions move to 12-inch aluminum wheels.
• 220 mm dual disc brakes handle stopping at both ends.
• The 2-inch hitch receiver adds day-to-day usefulness beyond trail riding.

Dimensions And Practical Numbers That Matter Most

If you’re shopping with a trailer, garage, or trail gate in mind, the physical dimensions matter as much as horsepower. The Maverick Trail measures 118 inches long, 50 inches wide, and 69 inches high. That makes it easier to store and haul than wider sport machines.

Payload-style numbers are also strong for a machine in this class. A 300-pound rear cargo bed gives you room for tools, a cooler, tie-down gear, or camp supplies. Towing tops out at 1,500 pounds, which is enough for small utility work and light trailer duty.

Measure	Published Figure	What It Means
Length	118 in.	Easier to trailer and store than longer sport models
Width	50 in.	Fits many tight trail systems
Height	69 in.	Low enough for many enclosed trailer setups
Cargo Bed	300 lb	Useful for tools, coolers, and camp gear
Storage	20.2 L	Good for smaller items you want inside the cab area
Fuel Tank	10 gal.	Enough for longer rides without constant fuel stops

Which Maverick Trail Trim Makes Sense

The right trim comes down to where and how you ride. If you spend most of your time on narrow wooded trails, slower routes, and mixed recreation use, the 700 is the easier machine to justify. It covers the core job without feeling stripped.

If your rides include steeper climbs, more open sections, or frequent two-up use with cargo, the 1000 earns its extra muscle. DPS models also make sense for riders who spend long days behind the wheel and want lighter steering effort in rough or technical spots.

Choose The 700 If

• You ride tighter trails more than open areas.
• You want a friendlier price point.
• You value narrow width and simple, steady performance.
• You use the machine for mixed fun-and-work duties.

Choose The 1000 If

• You want stronger pull with two people aboard.
• You ride more hills, sand, or faster open stretches.
• You want the fuller feel of the V-twin package.
• You don’t want to wish for more power a few months later.

What To Check Before You Buy

Before you put money down, check the exact model year, country, and package. Can-Am publishes separate spec sheets and operator materials, and equipment can shift from one market to another. The BRP operator’s guide portal for Maverick Sport and Trail models is a smart place to confirm equipment, safety notes, and model-year details.

Also check your own use case against the numbers. A machine can look perfect in a showroom, then feel wrong once you factor in trailer size, local trail width limits, passenger needs, and the cargo you haul most often. On this one, the big selling points are easy to spot: 50-inch width, solid utility numbers, and a trim range that lets you pick calm and capable or stronger and sharper.

If that mix matches your riding, the Maverick Trail specs make a strong case. It’s not trying to be the wildest side-by-side in the lineup. It’s trying to fit real trails, carry useful gear, and stay easy to live with. For a lot of riders, that’s the whole point.