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Ice scratchers throw snow and ice onto a snowmobile’s slide rails and heat exchangers on hardpack. They are not universal Arctic Cat parts: rail layout, idler-wheel clearance and—especially—Alpha One single-rail suspension decide whether a kit can mount safely. Check the exact model-year parts diagram and keep the scratchers stowed as the manufacturer specifies before reversing.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arctic Cat 5639-897 Ice Scratchers Kit | $80–$90 | Amazon · eBay |
| 2 | OTTP REVERSIBLE Rail Mounted Scratchers | $70–$125 | Amazon · eBay |
| 3 | OTTP SKI MOUNTED Reversible Scratchers | $120–$135 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | Sports Parts Inc. SM-12653 Ice Scratchers | $70–$80 | Amazon |
| 5 | Sports Parts Inc. SM-12550 20mm Idler-Wheel Mount Kit | $40–$50 | Amazon |
| 6 | 1Rig Arctic Cat and Yamaha Ice Scratcher Kit | $150–$160 | Amazon |
| 7 | SP1 15-64031 Rail Mounted Scratchers | $80–$90 | Amazon |
| 8 | Ibexx Bi-Directional Spring Ice Scratchers | $130–$145 | Amazon |
| 9 | BTL Designs Hi-Roller Ice Scratchers Kit | $100–$140 | Amazon · eBay |
| 10 | Straightline Performance Long Cable Ice Scratcher Kit | $70–$110 | Amazon |
The picks, in detail
Arctic Cat 5639-897 Ice Scratchers Kit
OEM pair with left 1704-735 and right 1704-734 scratchers plus 5639-941 hardware. Listed for many 2005–2027 twin-rail Blast, Crossfire, F/M, Riot, XF and ZR models, but excludes Alpha One M and Riot X applications.
- OEM left/right pair
- rail mounting hardware
- hook up for reverse
- drilling may be needed
- Specific Arctic Cat model list
- Designed for hardpack cooling support
- Not for listed Alpha One and other exclusions
- Must clear idlers and suspension arms
OTTP REVERSIBLE Rail Mounted Scratchers
316-stainless reversible rail scratchers for selected Arctic Cat sleds. The rotating scratcher can remain deployed through reverse, but vehicle fitment must be selected rather than assumed.
- 316 stainless steel
- rail mounted
- reversible
- stow brackets
- Reverse-capable design
- Twice-spray claim versus traditional type
- Fitment is ride-specific
- Rail drilling/mount location still needs checking
OTTP SKI MOUNTED Reversible Scratchers
A reversible OTTP option that mounts at the skis rather than on the rear rails, for selected Arctic Cat models. It is a different geometry from a rail kit and cannot be substituted without the vehicle selector confirming it.
- ski mounted
- reversible
- vehicle-specific fitment
- stainless construction
- Avoids a rail-mounted attachment
- Can operate in reverse
- Not confirmed for every Arctic Cat spindle/ski
- Higher cost than basic rail kits
Sports Parts Inc. SM-12653 Ice Scratchers
SPI replacement-style scratchers sold for selected Arctic Cat and Yamaha snowmobiles. Use the retailer’s vehicle selector before purchase; the part number is not an Arctic Cat-wide compatibility promise.
- SM-12653 part number
- selected Arctic Cat fitment
- pair
- rail-scratcher format
- Established aftermarket snowmobile-parts brand
- Lower-priced option
- Exact application must be selected
- Mount hardware requirements vary
Sports Parts Inc. SM-12550 20mm Idler-Wheel Mount Kit
A 20 mm idler-wheel mounting kit for select Arctic Cat rails, used with compatible scratchers rather than being a scratcher pair itself. It can avoid an improvised rail mount where the suspension accepts the kit.
- 20 mm idler-wheel mount
- SM-12550
- select Arctic Cat fitment
- scratcher mounting accessory
- Purpose-built mount path
- Useful with compatible OEM-style scratchers
- Not a complete scratcher set
- Axle diameter and wheel clearance are mandatory checks
1Rig Arctic Cat and Yamaha Ice Scratcher Kit
A no-drill spring-steel kit for Arctic Cat Procross 137-inch chassis sleds and Catalyst 129–137-inch sleds. Its tapered-coil scratchers are reversible and have replaceable tips.
- Procross 137 and Catalyst 129–137 fitment
- spring steel
- reversible
- no-drill brackets
- Published chassis/track constraints
- Replaceable tips
- Not for other track lengths without confirmation
- Premium price
SP1 15-64031 Rail Mounted Scratchers
A reversible rail-mounted SP1 kit with storage brackets. The maker says it can mount on most rails but explicitly says it will not work on Arctic Cat Alpha models.
- reversible rail design
- storage brackets
- spring style
- Alpha-model exclusion
- Reverse operation without damage
- Clear Alpha One warning
- Universal-style language still requires rail inspection
- Mounting may not be no-drill
Ibexx Bi-Directional Spring Ice Scratchers
Spring-type bi-directional scratchers described as fitting sleds except single-rail Arctic Cat Alpha models. Confirm the supplied bracket suits the exact twin-rail Cat before ordering.
- bi-directional spring type
- rail mount
- single-rail Alpha exclusion
- pair
- Can remain deployed in reverse
- Clear major chassis exclusion
- Not a fitment guarantee for every twin rail
- More expensive than basic cable kits
BTL Designs Hi-Roller Ice Scratchers Kit
A rail-mounted kit advertised for Arctic Cat, Polaris and Yamaha, with a knurled rail contact intended to resist rotation. Treat multi-brand listing as a starting point and verify the specific Cat rail before fitting.
- rail mount
- knurled mounting surface
- multi-brand kit
- pair
- Mount is designed against loosening
- Alternative to cable-style scratchers
- Model-specific clearance remains essential
- No universal Alpha One claim
Straightline Performance Long Cable Ice Scratcher Kit
A complete rear-suspension cable kit using 16-inch performance cables and a broad mounting base. Cable geometry and the chosen A-arm/rail mount must be checked against the exact Arctic Cat skid.
- 16-inch cable scratchers
- rear-suspension kit
- large mounting base
- mount options
- Cable design flexes over terrain
- Replacement components are available
- Not a universal Arctic Cat kit
- Cable and mount routing require inspection
Buying tips
- Check whether the sled has twin rails or Alpha One single rail before shopping; several otherwise useful kits explicitly exclude Alpha.
- Confirm that a deployed scratcher cannot touch an idler wheel, rail protector, track or suspension arm through full travel.
- On non-reversible kits, hook scratchers up before reverse exactly as instructed. A bent or broken scratcher is not a safe cooling solution.
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