Torq Locker Review:
Over the holiday I was able to install my Torq Locker in my 2021 R2 and put about 200 miles on it.
First off, this is my second Torq Locker. I previously install one in my old 2014 Cam Am Maverick. Was very happy with it versus the Visco Lock system. So I had a comfort level installing it in my Talon.
What drove me to install it in my Talon was a few bad experiences I had with the i4WD. Obviously the bogging in mud was an issue. The bigger issue for me was climbing a steep loose rock hill in high gear when the i4WD system applied the brakes to the spinning front wheels which brought be to a complete stop on the steepest part of the hill. Pretty scary. I backed down and did it again in low range and still fought the i4WD but made it.
Installation: Pretty simple. One piece of advice, remove the differential by removing the three screws attaching it to the clutch. Do not pull the drive shaft off the clutch. This made it very easy to remove and install. Although I suggest a helper to align the differential to the clutch during the reinstallation. I did not use any i4WD bypass.
Riding in 4WD: It is slightly noticeable driving in a straight line. Both wheels are pulling and you can feel it. Not a big deal. However once you steer off center, only the inside wheel is pulling and the feeling almost goes away. Very good feeling.
Mud: All I can say is you might want to get bigger front fender extenders. This thing will now spin both front wheels with no bogging. Throws mud everywhere.
Rock Crawling: I didn't get a change to do anything too aggressive, but it just pulled very nicely over anything I tried.
Oh and that steep hill with loose rocks, it climbed it in high gear like it was nothing.
Overall, excellent upgrade and well worth the money.
Just my 2 cents.
