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2021 Ski-Doo Grand Touring 900 ACE — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $9,500–$14,000. This is one of the more reliable vehicles in its class — here's what to watch for anyway.

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A comfortable two-up touring sled with the smooth, efficient, and famously reliable 900 ACE four-stroke — the low-maintenance, long-life engine choice. Ideal for couples and long trail miles. Inspect the belt, track, and heated accessories, and buy on service history.

Known Issues for the 2021 Ski-Doo Grand Touring 900 ACE

Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.

Drive belt and clutch wearMedium

Inspect the belt and clutches; the four-stroke is easy on belts but they still wear.

Repair cost range: $150-$500

Track and suspension wear from two-up loadsMedium

Two-up touring loads the suspension and track; inspect for wear.

Repair cost range: $400-$1,200

Heated grips, seat, and electrical accessoriesLow

Touring sleds have more electrical accessories; verify they work.

Repair cost range: $100-$500

Reverse and drive componentsLow

Verify reverse and the chaincase on higher-hour sleds.

Repair cost range: $200-$700

Walk-Away Red Flags

  • Worn belt or track
  • Non-working heated accessories
  • High two-up mileage with no records
  • Suspension damage

Good Signs

  • Reliable 900 ACE four-stroke
  • Fresh belt and good track
  • Working accessories, documented maintenance

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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.