Riding the Oregon Dunes on Can-Am's 2009 DS 450 X mx gave some insight into the potential of this sport ATV. - 2009 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Review

We’re no professional FMX riders, but our largest jumps were handled with ease. Heavy acceleration G loads were the only way we taxed the 9.5 inches (front) and 10.5 inches (rear) of travel. - 2009 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Review

The 33-inch-high seat is a narrow, flat platform. The front is particularly skinny, but the wide bars, burly footpegs and wide aluminum nerf bars and heel protectors give all the tools necessary to stand up and manhandle the DS. - 2009 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Review

Nerf bars and heel guards are part of the X mx package. - 2009 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Review

We were just trying to get a better look at the double A-arm suspension... we promise. - 2009 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Review

The X mx wasn't designed for the
sand, but it excels nonetheless. - 2009 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Review

The ALTEC chassis and KYB suspension components give the DS mx a very aggressive stance. - 2009 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Review

The Rotax powerplant uses a 97 x 60.8mm bore/stroke to churn out the abusive power. Even with the drag created by deep sand, the Can-Am moves forward in a hurry. - 2009 Can-Am DS 450 X mx Review