Arctic Cat (ACAT) 10-Q 6 Feb 17 2017 Q3 Quarterly report Financial data

Document and Entity Information

Document and Entity Information - shares	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Feb. 01, 2017
Document And Entity Information [Abstract]
Document Type	10-Q
Amendment Flag	false
Document Period End Date	Dec. 31, 2016
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2,017
Document Fiscal Period Focus	Q3
Trading Symbol	ACAT
Entity Registrant Name	ARCTIC CAT INC
Entity Central Index Key	719,866
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--03-31
Entity Filer Category	Accelerated Filer
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		13,061,142

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Un

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 10,480	$ 17,730
Accounts receivable, less allowances	44,035	35,760
Inventories	185,568	140,007
Prepaid expenses	3,956	6,456
Income taxes receivable	1,968	11,765
Other current assets	1,176	100
Total current assets	247,183	211,818
Property and equipment
Machinery, equipment and tooling	230,813	214,372
Land, buildings and improvements	34,290	33,259
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross, Total	265,103	247,631
Less accumulated depreciation	179,378	166,144
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, Total	85,725	81,487
Goodwill	3,342	3,342
Intangible assets, net	2,756	2,855
Deferred tax assets		4,036
Other assets	2,565	1,163
Assets, Total	341,571	304,701
Current liabilities
Accounts payable	87,376	72,012
Accrued expenses:
Marketing	8,772	9,087
Compensation	3,343	5,634
Warranties	28,065	24,809
Insurance	4,549	3,538
Other	5,623	8,950
Total current liabilities	137,728	124,030
Deferred tax liabilities	315	13,200
Long-term debt	79,075
Other liabilities	13,497	13,280
Commitments and contingencies
Shareholders' equity
Common stock, par value $0.01; 37,440,000 shares authorized; shares issued and outstanding: 13,061,818 at December 31, 2016 and 13,038,249 at March 31, 2016	131	130
Additional paid-in capital	9,009	6,105
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(8,978)	(10,184)
Retained earnings	110,794	171,340
Total shareholders' equity	110,956	167,391
Liabilities and Equity, Total	341,571	304,701
Preferred Stock - General Class
Shareholders' equity
Preferred stock
Preferred Stock - Series B Junior Participating
Shareholders' equity
Preferred stock

Consolidated Balance Sheets (U3

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) - $ / shares	Dec. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016
Common stock, par value	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized	37,440,000	37,440,000
Common stock, shares issued	13,061,818	13,038,249
Common stock, shares outstanding	13,061,818	13,038,249
Preferred Stock - General Class
Preferred stock, par value	$ 1	$ 1
Preferred stock, shares authorized	2,050,000	2,050,000
Preferred stock, shares issued	0	0
Preferred Stock - Series B Junior Participating
Preferred stock, par value	$ 1	$ 1
Preferred stock, shares authorized	450,000	450,000
Preferred stock, shares issued	0	0

Consolidated Statements of Oper

Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) - USD ($) shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Net sales
Net sales	$ 117,383	$ 166,000	$ 386,865	$ 511,538
Cost of goods sold
Cost of goods sold	107,673	141,750	351,855	420,808
Gross profit	9,710	24,250	35,010	90,730
Operating expenses
Selling and marketing	11,214	12,223	31,594	33,020
Research and development	7,422	7,236	23,701	19,461
General and administrative	11,623	10,607	36,673	26,960
Total operating expenses	30,259	30,066	91,968	79,441
Operating profit (loss)	(20,549)	(5,816)	(56,958)	11,289
Other income (expense)
Interest income	27	1	52	13
Interest expense	(545)	(192)	(1,214)	(700)
Total other expense	(518)	(191)	(1,162)	(687)
Earnings (loss) before income taxes	(21,067)	(6,007)	(58,120)	10,602
Income tax expense (benefit)	16,154	(3,610)	2,426	2,884
Net earnings (loss)	$ (37,221)	$ (2,397)	$ (60,546)	$ 7,718
Net earnings (loss) per share
Basic	$ (2.85)	$ (0.18)	$ (4.64)	$ 0.59
Diluted	$ (2.85)	$ (0.18)	$ (4.64)	$ 0.59
Weighted average shares outstanding
Basic	13,052	13,006	13,049	12,983
Diluted	13,052	13,006	13,049	13,147
Snowmobile and ATV/ROV units
Net sales
Net sales	$ 96,331	$ 143,135	$ 320,310	$ 434,916
Cost of goods sold
Cost of goods sold	92,849	125,703	306,796	370,399
Gross profit	3,482	17,432	13,514	64,517
Parts, garments and accessories
Net sales
Net sales	21,052	22,865	66,555	76,622
Cost of goods sold
Cost of goods sold	14,824	16,047	45,059	50,409
Gross profit	$ 6,228	$ 6,818	$ 21,496	$ 26,213

Consolidated Statements of Comp

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Unaudited) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net earnings (loss)	$ (37,221)	$ (2,397)	$ (60,546)	$ 7,718
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustments	(1,086)	(711)	(1,509)	332
Unrealized gain on derivative instruments, net of tax	1,000	378	2,715	165
Comprehensive income (loss)	$ (37,307)	$ (2,730)	$ (59,340)	$ 8,215

Consolidated Statements of Cash

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net earnings (loss)	$ (60,546)	$ 7,718
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings (loss) to net cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	15,513	14,326
Deferred income taxes	2,440	(460)
Stock-based compensation expense	3,733	3,267
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Trading securities		1,009
Accounts receivable	(9,048)	(19,034)
Inventories	(46,678)	6,064
Accounts payable	13,029	(17,514)
Accrued expenses	1,919	(5,303)
Income taxes	9,816	3,214
Prepaid expenses and other	1,001	5,888
Net cash used in operating activities	(68,821)	(825)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of property and equipment	(19,624)	(27,231)
Other		(11)
Net cash used in investing activities	(19,624)	(27,242)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from long-term borrowings	229,449	226,733
Payments on long-term borrowings	(150,374)	(226,733)
Checks written in excess of bank balances	2,397	2,472
Proceeds from issuance of common stock		582
Payments for income taxes on net-settled option exercises	(205)	(230)
Tax benefit from stock option exercises		66
Dividends paid		(4,915)
Repurchase of common stock		(120)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	81,267	(2,145)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	(72)	936
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	(7,250)	(29,276)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	17,730	40,253
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	10,480	10,977
Supplemental disclosure of cash payments for:
Income taxes	67	145
Interest	$ 1,214	$ 700

BASIS OF PRESENTATION

BASIS OF PRESENTATION	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
BASIS OF PRESENTATION	1. BASIS OF PRESENTATION The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Arctic Cat Inc., its wholly owned subsidiaries and certain variable interest entities (“VIEs”). Unless the context otherwise requires, the use of the terms “Arctic Cat,” “we,” “our,” or “us” in these unaudited Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements refers to Arctic Cat Inc. and, as applicable, its consolidated subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated upon consolidation. The unaudited consolidated financial statements of Arctic Cat Inc. have been prepared in accordance with Regulation S-X 10-K In the opinion of management, the unaudited consolidated financial statements contain all adjustments (consisting of normal and recurring adjustments) necessary for the fair presentation of our financial position, results of operations and cash flows for the periods presented. Results of operations for the interim periods are not necessarily indicative of results for the full year due to the seasonality of snowmobiles, all-terrain off-highway Preparation of our consolidated financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect reported amounts of assets and liabilities and related revenues and expenses. Accordingly, actual results could differ from those estimates. Certain fiscal 2016 amounts have been reclassified to conform to the fiscal 2017 financial statement presentation. The reclassifications had no effect on previously reported operating results. Pending Merger with Textron Inc. On January 24, 2017, we entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”) with Textron Inc. (“Textron”), a Delaware corporation, and Aces Acquisition Corp. (“Purchaser”), a Minnesota corporation and an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Textron. The Merger Agreement provides that, subject to the terms therein, Purchaser will commence a tender offer to purchase all of the issued and outstanding shares of Arctic Cat Inc.’s common stock, par value $0.01 per share, at a price of $18.50 per share in cash, without interest and subject to any withholding taxes required by applicable law. Following consummation of the tender offer and, if applicable, a shareholder vote to adopt the Merger Agreement and approve the Merger, upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Merger Agreement, Purchaser will merge with and into Arctic Cat with Arctic Cat surviving as an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Textron (the “Merger”). Textron commenced the tender offer on February 2, 2017. For further information regarding the Merger, please refer to Item 2, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations Form 8-K 14D-9 In preparing the accompanying consolidated financial statements, we have evaluated the period from January 1, 2017, through the date the financial statements were issued, for material subsequent events requiring recognition or disclosure. Other than the merger and related transactions and activities, as contemplated by the Merger Agreement, no such events were identified for this period. Recently Adopted Accounting Standards In April 2016, we retrospectively adopted Accounting Standard Update (“ASU”) 2015-17, Income Taxes tax-paying Recent Accounting Pronouncements In March 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU 2016-09, Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Lease Accounting right-of-use right-of-use 2016-02. In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU 2015-11, Inventory In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS	2. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS Fair value is defined as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. A fair value hierarchy has been established which requires classification based on observable and unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. There are three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value: Level 1 – Level 2 – Level 3 – Recurring Fair Value Measurements The following tables present, by level within the fair value hierarchy, our financial assets and liabilities that were accounted for at fair value on a recurring basis at December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016, according to the valuation technique utilized to determine their fair values ($ in thousands): Fair Value Measurements Using Inputs Considered as Fair Value at Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets: Foreign currency contracts (1) $ 1,176 $ — $ 1,176 $ — Liabilities: Foreign currency contracts (1) $ 699 $ — $ 699 $ — (1) We utilize the income approach to measure fair value of foreign currency contracts, which is based on significant other observable inputs. Fair Value Measurements Using Inputs Considered as Fair Value at Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets: Foreign currency contracts (1) $ 100 $ — $ 100 $ — Liabilities: Foreign currency contracts (1) $ 3,937 $ — $ 3,937 $ — (1) We utilize the income approach to measure fair value of foreign currency contracts, which is based on significant other observable inputs. Nonrecurring Fair Value Measurements Our assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis primarily relate to tangible fixed assets, goodwill and other intangible assets, which are generally recorded at fair value as a result of an impairment charge. We did not record any significant charges to assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis during the three and nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015. Other Fair Value Disclosures Our financial instruments that approximate fair value due to their short-term nature and are not measured at fair value on a recurring basis include cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable and accounts payable. At December 31, 2016, the carrying value of our revolving credit agreement approximates fair value and would be considered a Level 2 measurement.

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDG

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES	3. DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES We use foreign currency derivative instruments to manage our exposure to currency fluctuations on transactions denominated in foreign currencies – primarily the Canadian dollar and Japanese yen. Our foreign currency management objective is to reduce earnings volatility related to movements in foreign exchange rates and limit the risk of loss in value of certain of our foreign currency-denominated cash flows. We do not enter into forward contracts for trading or speculative purposes. We have no derivatives that have credit risk-related contingent features and we mitigate our risk by engaging with major financial institutions as counterparties. We record all foreign currency forward contracts at fair value in our Consolidated Balance Sheets. The forward contracts are designated as, and meet the criteria for, cash flow hedges. We evaluate hedge effectiveness prospectively and retrospectively, and we formally document all hedging relationships at inception, as well as the risk management objectives for undertaking the hedge transaction. Our Canadian dollar and Japanese yen forward contracts generally have terms of up to 12 months. Gains and losses on forward contracts are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax, and subsequently reclassified into cost of goods sold or operating expenses during the same period in which the hedged transaction affects the Consolidated Statements of Operations. Gains and losses on the derivative representing hedge ineffectiveness, if any, are recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. The following tables summarize the notional amounts and carrying values of our derivative instruments as of December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016 ($ in thousands): Derivative Instruments as of December 31, 2016 Notional Asset Fair (1) Liability Fair (1) Foreign currency contracts: Canadian dollar $ 48,418 $ 1,084 $ 67 Japanese yen 21,998 92 632 Total foreign currency contracts $ 70,416 $ 1,176 $ 699 (1) Assets are included in other current assets and liabilities are included in other accrued expenses in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. Derivative Instruments as of March 31, 2016 Notional Asset Fair (1) Liability Fair (1) Foreign currency contracts: Canadian dollar $ 87,875 $ 100 $ 3,937 Total foreign currency contracts $ 87,875 $ 100 $ 3,937 (1) Assets are included in other current assets and liabilities are included in other accrued expenses in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. The following table presents the effects of derivative instruments on other comprehensive income (“OCI”) and on our Consolidated Statements of Operations for the nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 ($ in thousands): December 31, 2016 December 31, 2015 Pre-Tax Pre-Tax Gain Pre-Tax Pre-Tax Foreign currency contracts: Canadian dollar (1) $ 3,038 $ (1,684 ) $ 7,402 $ 7,575 Japanese yen (1) (1,566 ) (1,026 ) (374 ) (808 ) (1) Canadian dollar contracts are included in general and administrative expenses and Japanese yen contracts are included in cost of goods sold in the accompanying Consolidated Statements of Operations. The ineffective portion of foreign currency contracts was not material for the three and nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015.

GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS

GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS	4. GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS There were no changes in the carrying values of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets during the nine months ended December 31, 2016. The following table provides the gross carrying amount of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets as of December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016 ($ in thousands): December 31, 2016 March 31, 2016 Gross Carrying Gross Carrying Goodwill (1) $ 3,342 $ 3,342 Indefinite-lived intangible assets $ 436 $ 436 (1) The entirety of our goodwill balance as of December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016 resides in our PG&A operating segment. Refer to Note 10, Segment Reporting There was no cumulative impairment related to goodwill or indefinite-lived intangibles assets at December 31, 2016 or March 31, 2016. For definite-lived intangible assets, the changes in the net carrying amount for the nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 are as follows ($ in thousands): 2016 2015 Gross Carrying Accumulated Gross Carrying Accumulated Definite-lived intangible assets, beginning $ 4,315 $ (1,896 ) $ 4,312 $ (1,511 ) Amortization expense — (284 ) — (289 ) Adjustments (1) 169 31 — — Currency translation effect on foreign balances (60 ) 45 — — Definite-lived intangible assets, ending $ 4,424 $ (2,104 ) $ 4,312 $ (1,800 ) (1) Adjustments to correct gross carrying amount and accumulated amortization for certain intangible assets related to our previous acquisition of our European business. Amortization expense for definite-lived intangible assets for the three months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 was $0.1 million and $0.1 million, respectively. Amortization expense is expected to be approximately $0.1 million for the remainder of fiscal 2017, $0.4 million for each of fiscal 2018, 2019 and 2020 and $0.2 million for fiscal 2021 and thereafter. The preceding expected amortization expense is an estimate and actual amounts could differ due to additional intangible asset acquisitions, changes in foreign currency rates or impairment of intangible assets.

FINANCING

FINANCING	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
FINANCING	5. FINANCING We rely on a senior secured revolving credit facility for working capital needs and general corporate purposes, including documentary and stand-by All borrowings are collateralized by substantially all of our assets including all capital equipment, real estate, intellectual property and trademarks, accounts receivable and inventory. As of December 31, 2016, we have $79.1 million of outstanding borrowings under the line of credit. No borrowings from the line of credit were outstanding at March 31, 2016. The outstanding letters of credit balances were $0.1 million and $3.8 million at December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, and borrowings under the line are subject to certain covenants and restrictions on indebtedness, financial guarantees, business combinations and other related items. We were in compliance with the terms of the credit agreement as of December 31, 2016. Outstanding letters of credit will be repaid over the following six months in accordance with the credit agreement and any such renewal.

SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY

SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Equity [Abstract]
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY	6. SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY Stock Compensation Plans We have outstanding equity awards under a 2013 Omnibus Stock and Incentive Plan (the “2013 Plan”), a 2007 Omnibus Stock and Incentive Plan (the “2007 Plan”) and a 2002 Omnibus Stock and Incentive Plan (the “2002 Plan,” and along with the 2013 Plan and 2007 Plan, the “Plans”), previously approved by our shareholders. We record stock-based compensation expense related to stock options, restricted stock and restricted stock units over the requisite service period based on the fair value of the awards on the grant date. We record stock-based compensation expense related to cash-settled stock appreciation rights (“SARs”) over the requisite service period based on the fair value of the awards at the end of each reporting period. For the three months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, we recorded stock-based compensation expense of $1.5 million and $1.2 million, respectively, and for the nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, we recorded stock-based compensation expense of $3.7 million and $3.3 million, respectively, which has been included in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying Consolidated Statements of Operations. At December 31, 2016, we had $8.0 million of unrecognized compensation costs related to non-vested Stock Options The following table summarizes the stock option transactions under the Plans for the nine months ended December 31, 2016: Shares Weighted Weighted Aggregate (1) Options outstanding at March 31, 2016 678,209 $ 30.08 Granted 344,169 16.62 Cancelled (42,980 ) 26.26 Expired (63,908 ) 38.13 Options outstanding at December 31, 2016 915,490 $ 24.62 7.66 years $ 275 Exercisable at December 31, 2016 424,620 $ 27.71 6.22 years $ 263 (1) The aggregate intrinsic value is based on the difference between the exercise price and our December 31, 2016 common share market value for in-the-money Restricted Stock The following tables summarize restricted stock and restricted stock unit award activity under the Plans for the nine months ended December 31, 2016: Restricted Shares Shares Weighted Non-vested 39,863 $ 22.98 Granted 1,179 16.74 Vested (10,500 ) 33.46 Forfeited (3,400 ) 27.04 Non-vested 27,142 $ 18.08 Restricted Stock Units Shares Weighted Non-vested 186,258 $ 24.79 Granted 59,993 16.56 Vested (37,892 ) 34.85 Forfeited (39,140 ) 19.20 Non-vested 169,219 $ 20.78 Cash-Settled Stock Appreciation Rights Cash-settled SARs are valued using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model on the date of grant and are subsequently remeasured at each reporting period based on a revised Black-Scholes value until they are exercised. There were no cash-settled SARs granted or forfeited during the nine months ended December 31, 2016. We recognized $0.1 million and $0.2 million of stock-based compensation expense related to previously granted cash-settled SARs during the three and nine months ended December 31, 2016, respectively. Accrued expense for these awards was $0.3 million at December 31, 2016, which was recorded within other liabilities in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. Net Earnings (Loss) Per Share Our basic net earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net earnings (loss) by the weighted average number of outstanding common shares. Our diluted weighted average shares outstanding includes common shares and common share equivalents relating to stock options and restricted stock units, when dilutive. Options to purchase 857,433 and 505,925 shares of common stock with weighted average exercise prices of $27.75 and $36.38 were outstanding during the three months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, and options to purchase 863,095 and 392,513 shares of common stock with weighted average exercise prices of $27.28 and $37.39 were outstanding during the nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, but were excluded from the computation of common share equivalents because they were anti-dilutive. Weighted average shares outstanding consists of the following for the three and nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2016 2015 2016 2015 Weighted average number of common shares outstanding 13,052 13,006 13,049 12,983 Dilutive effect of option plan — — — 164 Common and potential shares outstanding – diluted 13,052 13,006 13,049 13,147 Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss The components of the changes in accumulated other comprehensive loss during the following periods were as follows ($ in thousands): Nine Months Ended December 31, 2016 2015 Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning $ (10,184 ) $ (7,142 ) Foreign currency translation adjustments (1,509 ) 332 Unrealized gain on derivative instruments, net of tax 2,715 165 Accumulated other comprehensive loss, ending $ (8,978 ) $ (6,645 ) The unrealized gain on derivative instruments for the nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 were net of tax expense of $1.6 million and $0.1 million, respectively. There is no tax impact on foreign currency translation adjustments, as the earnings are considered permanently reinvested.

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	7. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES Product Liability and Litigation We are subject to product liability and intellectual property legal proceedings and claims, as well as other litigation, arising in the normal course of business. Such matters are generally subject to uncertainties and to outcomes that are not predictable and that may not be known for extended periods of time. Litigation occasionally involves claims for punitive, as well as compensatory, damages arising out of the use of our products. We are self-insured to some extent, though we maintain insurance against certain classes and levels of product liability losses. We are regularly involved in patent litigation cases with, for example, competitors and non-practicing We record an accrual within accrued expenses in the Consolidated Balance Sheets based on our estimated range of potential exposures related to claims, including future legal expenditures, settlements and judgments of which we are aware, where we have assessed that a loss is probable and an amount can be reasonably estimated. We utilize historical trends and other analysis to assist in determining the appropriate loss accrual estimate. Should any settlement occur that exceeds our estimate or a new claim arise, we may need to adjust our overall accrual and, depending on the amount, such adjustment could be material. We are not involved in any legal proceedings that we believe will have a materially adverse impact on our business or financial condition, results of operations or cash flows. Patent Infringement Suit In October 2014, we filed a lawsuit captioned Arctic Cat Inc. v. Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc., and BRP U.S. Inc. off-throttle on-water pre-judgment Dealer Financing Finance companies provide our North American dealers with floorplan financing. We have agreements with these finance companies to repurchase certain repossessed products sold to our dealers should such repossessions occur. At December 31, 2016, we are contingently liable under dealer financing agreements for a maximum repurchase amount of up to approximately $81.0 million. Our ultimate financial exposure under these agreements is limited to the difference between the amount paid to the finance companies for repurchases and the amount received upon the subsequently anticipated resale of the repossessed product. The financing agreements also have loss sharing provisions should any dealer default, whereby we share certain losses with the finance companies. The maximum liability to us under these provisions is approximately $4.6 million at December 31, 2016. Losses incurred under these agreements during the periods presented have not been material.

INVENTORIES

INVENTORIES	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
INVENTORIES	8. INVENTORIES Inventories are valued at the lower of cost or market, with cost determined using the first-in, first-out freight-in December 31, 2016 March 31, 2016 Raw materials and sub-assemblies $ 53,417 $ 35,770 Finished goods 88,927 64,127 Parts, garments and accessories 43,224 40,110 $ 185,568 $ 140,007

PRODUCT WARRANTIES

PRODUCT WARRANTIES	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Guarantees [Abstract]
PRODUCT WARRANTIES	9. PRODUCT WARRANTIES We generally provide a limited warranty for 12 months from the date of consumer registration on snowmobiles and for six months from the date of consumer registration on ATVs and ROVs. We may provide longer warranties in certain geographical markets as determined by local regulations and market conditions, as well as related to certain promotional programs. We provide for estimated warranty costs at the time of sale based on historical rates and trends. Subsequent adjustments are made to the warranty reserve as actual claims become known or the amounts are determinable, including costs associated with safety recalls, which may occur after the standard warranty period. The following table represents changes in our accrued warranty liability for the nine month periods ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 ($ in thousands): Nine Months Ended December 31, 2016 2015 Accrued warranty, beginning $ 24,809 $ 23,062 Warranty provision 10,221 10,059 Warranty claim payments (6,965 ) (7,597 ) Accrued warranty, ending $ 28,065 $ 25,524 In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016, we switched from offering a third-party extended warranty program as a promotional incentive to consumers to offering an in-house in-house in-house in-house

SEGMENT REPORTING

SEGMENT REPORTING	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
SEGMENT REPORTING	10. SEGMENT REPORTING The presentation of segment information represents our method of internal reporting for making operating decisions and assessing performance, which generally segregates the operating segments by product line. The internal reporting of these operating segments is based, in part, on the management process utilized by our President and Chief Executive Officer, who is our chief operating decision maker. Based on this management process, we have two operating segments: (1) Snowmobile and ATV/ROV and (2) PG&A, which also represent our two reportable segments. We aggregate our snowmobile and ATV/ROV operating segments into one operating segment, as the segments have similar economic characteristics. Given the crossover of customers, manufacturing and asset management, we do not maintain separate balance sheets for each segment. Accordingly, the segment information presented below is limited to sales and gross profit data ($ in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2016 2015 2016 2015 Net sales Snowmobile and ATV/ROV units $ 96,331 $ 143,135 $ 320,310 $ 434,916 Parts, garments and accessories 21,052 22,865 66,555 76,622 Total net sales 117,383 166,000 386,865 511,538 Gross profit Snowmobile and ATV/ROV units 3,482 17,432 13,514 64,517 Parts, garments and accessories 6,228 6,818 21,496 26,213 Total gross profit $ 9,710 $ 24,250 $ 35,010 $ 90,730

NEW MARKET TAX CREDIT TRANSACTI

NEW MARKET TAX CREDIT TRANSACTION	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Text Block [Abstract]
NEW MARKET TAX CREDIT TRANSACTION	11. NEW MARKET TAX CREDIT TRANSACTION As more fully described within our Annual Report on Form 10-K The NMTC arrangement is subject to 100% recapture for a period of seven years as provided in the Internal Revenue Code. We are required to be in compliance with various regulations and contractual provisions that apply to the NMTC arrangement. As of December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016, Wells Fargo’s net $5.3 million contribution is recorded within other liabilities on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. The benefit of this net contribution will be recognized as earnings at the end of the seven year recapture period, when our performance obligation of regulatory and contractual compliance is relieved. As of December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016, the direct costs incurred in structuring the arrangement of $0.9 million have been deferred within other assets on the Consolidated Balance Sheets and will be recognized in proportion to the recognition of the related profits. Incremental costs to maintain the structure during the compliance period are recognized as incurred and were immaterial for the nine months ended December 31, 2016.

INCOME TAXES

INCOME TAXES	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
INCOME TAXES	12. INCOME TAXES In the third quarter of fiscal 2017, we recognized income tax expense of $16.2 million compared to an income tax benefit of $3.6 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2016. During the nine months ended December 31, 2016, we recognized income tax expense of $2.4 million compared to income tax expense of $2.9 million for the nine months ended December 31, 2015. Despite the loss before income taxes for the third quarter of fiscal 2017 and nine months ended December 31, 2016, we recognized income tax expense as a result of recording a valuation allowance of $26.9 million, primarily on net operating loss carryforwards and research and development tax credit carryforwards during the third quarter of fiscal 2017. We established the valuation allowance based on the weight of available evidence, both positive and negative, including results of recent and current operations and our estimates of future taxable income or loss. In order to determine the amount of deferred tax assets or liabilities, as well as the valuation allowances, we must make estimates and assumptions regarding future taxable income and other business considerations. Changes in these estimates and assumptions, including changes in tax laws and other changes impacting our ability to recognize the underlying deferred tax assets, could require us to adjust the valuation allowances in future periods.

BASIS OF PRESENTATION (Policies

BASIS OF PRESENTATION (Policies)	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Recently Adopted Accounting Standards	Recently Adopted Accounting Standards In April 2016, we retrospectively adopted Accounting Standard Update (“ASU”) 2015-17, Income Taxes tax-paying
Recent Accounting Pronouncements	Recent Accounting Pronouncements In March 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU 2016-09, Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Lease Accounting right-of-use right-of-use 2016-02. In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU 2015-11, Inventory In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS (Tables

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Financial Assets and Liabilities Accounted at Fair Value on Recurring Basis	The following tables present, by level within the fair value hierarchy, our financial assets and liabilities that were accounted for at fair value on a recurring basis at December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016, according to the valuation technique utilized to determine their fair values ($ in thousands): Fair Value Measurements Using Inputs Considered as Fair Value at Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets: Foreign currency contracts (1) $ 1,176 $ — $ 1,176 $ — Liabilities: Foreign currency contracts (1) $ 699 $ — $ 699 $ — (1) We utilize the income approach to measure fair value of foreign currency contracts, which is based on significant other observable inputs. Fair Value Measurements Using Inputs Considered as Fair Value at Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets: Foreign currency contracts (1) $ 100 $ — $ 100 $ — Liabilities: Foreign currency contracts (1) $ 3,937 $ — $ 3,937 $ — (1) We utilize the income approach to measure fair value of foreign currency contracts, which is based on significant other observable inputs.

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HE21

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Notional Amounts and Carrying Values of Derivative Instruments	The following tables summarize the notional amounts and carrying values of our derivative instruments as of December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016 ($ in thousands): Derivative Instruments as of December 31, 2016 Notional Asset Fair (1) Liability Fair (1) Foreign currency contracts: Canadian dollar $ 48,418 $ 1,084 $ 67 Japanese yen 21,998 92 632 Total foreign currency contracts $ 70,416 $ 1,176 $ 699 (1) Assets are included in other current assets and liabilities are included in other accrued expenses in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. Derivative Instruments as of March 31, 2016 Notional Asset Fair (1) Liability Fair (1) Foreign currency contracts: Canadian dollar $ 87,875 $ 100 $ 3,937 Total foreign currency contracts $ 87,875 $ 100 $ 3,937 (1) Assets are included in other current assets and liabilities are included in other accrued expenses in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Summary of Effects of Derivative Instruments on Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) and Consolidated Statements of Operations	The following table presents the effects of derivative instruments on other comprehensive income (“OCI”) and on our Consolidated Statements of Operations for the nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 ($ in thousands): December 31, 2016 December 31, 2015 Pre-Tax Pre-Tax Gain Pre-Tax Pre-Tax Foreign currency contracts: Canadian dollar (1) $ 3,038 $ (1,684 ) $ 7,402 $ 7,575 Japanese yen (1) (1,566 ) (1,026 ) (374 ) (808 ) (1) Canadian dollar contracts are included in general and administrative expenses and Japanese yen contracts are included in cost of goods sold in the accompanying Consolidated Statements of Operations.

GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS

GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Summary of Gross Carrying Amount of Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets	The following table provides the gross carrying amount of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets as of December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016 ($ in thousands): December 31, 2016 March 31, 2016 Gross Carrying Gross Carrying Goodwill (1) $ 3,342 $ 3,342 Indefinite-lived intangible assets $ 436 $ 436 (1) The entirety of our goodwill balance as of December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016 resides in our PG&A operating segment. Refer to Note 10, Segment Reporting
Summary of Changes in Net Carrying Amount of Definite-Lived Intangible Assets	For definite-lived intangible assets, the changes in the net carrying amount for the nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 are as follows ($ in thousands): 2016 2015 Gross Carrying Accumulated Gross Carrying Accumulated Definite-lived intangible assets, beginning $ 4,315 $ (1,896 ) $ 4,312 $ (1,511 ) Amortization expense — (284 ) — (289 ) Adjustments (1) 169 31 — — Currency translation effect on foreign balances (60 ) 45 — — Definite-lived intangible assets, ending $ 4,424 $ (2,104 ) $ 4,312 $ (1,800 ) (1) Adjustments to correct gross carrying amount and accumulated amortization for certain intangible assets related to our previous acquisition of our European business.

SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY (Tables)

SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Stock Option Activity	The following table summarizes the stock option transactions under the Plans for the nine months ended December 31, 2016: Shares Weighted Weighted Aggregate (1) Options outstanding at March 31, 2016 678,209 $ 30.08 Granted 344,169 16.62 Cancelled (42,980 ) 26.26 Expired (63,908 ) 38.13 Options outstanding at December 31, 2016 915,490 $ 24.62 7.66 years $ 275 Exercisable at December 31, 2016 424,620 $ 27.71 6.22 years $ 263 (1) The aggregate intrinsic value is based on the difference between the exercise price and our December 31, 2016 common share market value for in-the-money
Schedule of Weighted Average Shares Outstanding	Weighted average shares outstanding consists of the following for the three and nine months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2016 2015 2016 2015 Weighted average number of common shares outstanding 13,052 13,006 13,049 12,983 Dilutive effect of option plan — — — 164 Common and potential shares outstanding – diluted 13,052 13,006 13,049 13,147
Components of Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss	The components of the changes in accumulated other comprehensive loss during the following periods were as follows ($ in thousands): Nine Months Ended December 31, 2016 2015 Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning $ (10,184 ) $ (7,142 ) Foreign currency translation adjustments (1,509 ) 332 Unrealized gain on derivative instruments, net of tax 2,715 165 Accumulated other comprehensive loss, ending $ (8,978 ) $ (6,645 )
Restricted Shares
Restricted Stock Activity	Restricted Shares Shares Weighted Non-vested 39,863 $ 22.98 Granted 1,179 16.74 Vested (10,500 ) 33.46 Forfeited (3,400 ) 27.04 Non-vested 27,142 $ 18.08
Restricted Stock Units
Restricted Stock Activity	Restricted Stock Units Shares Weighted Non-vested 186,258 $ 24.79 Granted 59,993 16.56 Vested (37,892 ) 34.85 Forfeited (39,140 ) 19.20 Non-vested 169,219 $ 20.78

INVENTORIES (Tables)

INVENTORIES (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Components of Inventories	As of December 31, 2016 and March 31, 2016, inventories consist of the following ($ in thousands): December 31, 2016 March 31, 2016 Raw materials and sub-assemblies $ 53,417 $ 35,770 Finished goods 88,927 64,127 Parts, garments and accessories 43,224 40,110 $ 185,568 $ 140,007

PRODUCT WARRANTIES (Tables)

PRODUCT WARRANTIES (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Guarantees [Abstract]
Changes in Accrued Warranty Liability	The following table represents changes in our accrued warranty liability for the nine month periods ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 ($ in thousands): Nine Months Ended December 31, 2016 2015 Accrued warranty, beginning $ 24,809 $ 23,062 Warranty provision 10,221 10,059 Warranty claim payments (6,965 ) (7,597 ) Accrued warranty, ending $ 28,065 $ 25,524

SEGMENT REPORTING (Tables)

SEGMENT REPORTING (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of Segment Information	We aggregate our snowmobile and ATV/ROV operating segments into one operating segment, as the segments have similar economic characteristics. Given the crossover of customers, manufacturing and asset management, we do not maintain separate balance sheets for each segment. Accordingly, the segment information presented below is limited to sales and gross profit data ($ in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2016 2015 2016 2015 Net sales Snowmobile and ATV/ROV units $ 96,331 $ 143,135 $ 320,310 $ 434,916 Parts, garments and accessories 21,052 22,865 66,555 76,622 Total net sales 117,383 166,000 386,865 511,538 Gross profit Snowmobile and ATV/ROV units 3,482 17,432 13,514 64,517 Parts, garments and accessories 6,228 6,818 21,496 26,213 Total gross profit $ 9,710 $ 24,250 $ 35,010 $ 90,730

Basis of Presentation - Additio

Basis of Presentation - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands	Jan. 24, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Common stock, par value		$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Current deferred tax assets			$ 17,200
Noncurrent deferred tax liabilities		$ 315	13,200
Noncurrent deferred income taxes			$ 4,036
Textron Inc | Subsequent Event
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Common stock, par value	$ 0.01
Purchase price per share	$ 18.50

Fair Value Measurements - Finan

Fair Value Measurements - Financial Assets and Liabilities Accounted at Fair Value on Recurring Basis (Detail) - Fair Value Measurements, Recurring - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016
Assets:
Foreign currency contracts	$ 1,176	$ 100
Liabilities:
Foreign currency contracts	699	3,937
Fair Value Measurements, Inputs, Level 2
Assets:
Foreign currency contracts	1,176	100
Liabilities:
Foreign currency contracts	$ 699	$ 3,937

Fair Value Measurements - Addit

Fair Value Measurements - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Changes in assets measured at fair value on nonrecurring basis	$ 0	$ 0	$ 0	$ 0

Derivative Instruments and He30

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities - Additional Information (Detail) - Foreign Currency Forward Contracts	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Canadian Dollar
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Foreign currency forward contracts maximum term	12 months
Japanese Yen
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Foreign currency forward contracts maximum term	12 months

Derivative Instruments and He31

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities - Schedule of Notional Amounts and Carrying Values of Derivative Instruments (Detail) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Notional Value	$ 70,416,000	$ 87,875,000
Asset Fair Value	1,176,000	100,000
Liability Fair Value	699,000	3,937,000
Foreign Currency Forward Contracts | Canadian Dollar
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Notional Value	48,418,000	87,875,000
Asset Fair Value	1,084,000	100,000
Liability Fair Value	67,000	$ 3,937,000
Foreign Currency Forward Contracts | Japanese Yen
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Notional Value	21,998,000
Asset Fair Value	92,000
Liability Fair Value	$ 632,000

Derivative Instruments and He32

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities - Summary of Effects of Derivative Instruments on Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) and Consolidated Statements of Operations (Detail) - Foreign Currency Forward Contracts - USD ($) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Canadian Dollar
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Pre-Tax Gain (Loss) Recognized in OCI	$ 3,038	$ 7,402
Pre-Tax Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI to Earnings (Effective Portion)	(1,684)	7,575
Japanese Yen
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Pre-Tax Gain (Loss) Recognized in OCI	(1,566)	(374)
Pre-Tax Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI to Earnings (Effective Portion)	$ (1,026)	$ (808)

Goodwill and Intangible Asset33

Goodwill and Intangible Assets - Summary of Gross Carrying Amount of Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Goodwill, Gross Carrying Amount	$ 3,342	$ 3,342
Indefinite-lived intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	$ 436	$ 436

Goodwill and Intangible Asset34

Goodwill and Intangible Assets - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Mar. 31, 2016
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Cumulative impairment of goodwill	$ 0		$ 0		$ 0
Cumulative impairment of indefinite-lived intangible assets			0		$ 0
Amortization expense	100,000	$ 100,000	284,000	$ 289,000
Amortization expense, remainder of fiscal 2017	100,000		100,000
Amortization expense, in fiscal 2018	400,000		400,000
Amortization expense, in fiscal 2019	400,000		400,000
Amortization expense, in fiscal 2020	400,000		400,000
Amortization expense, in fiscal 2021	$ 200,000		$ 200,000

Goodwill and Intangible Asset35

Goodwill and Intangible Assets - Summary of Changes in Net Carrying Amount of Definite-Lived Intangible Assets (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Definite-lived intangible assets, beginning, Gross Carrying Amount			$ 4,315	$ 4,312
Amortization expense, Gross Carrying Amount			0	0
Adjustments, Gross Carrying Amount			169
Currency translation effect on foreign balances, Gross Carrying Amount			(60)
Definite-lived intangible assets, ending, Gross Carrying Amount	$ 4,424	$ 4,312	4,424	4,312
Definite-lived intangible assets, beginning, Accumulated Amortization			(1,896)	(1,511)
Amortization expense, Accumulated Amortization	(100)	(100)	(284)	(289)
Adjustments, Accumulated Amortization			31
Currency translation effect on foreign balances, Accumulated Amortization			45
Definite-lived intangible assets, ending, Accumulated Amortization	$ (2,104)	$ (1,800)	$ (2,104)	$ (1,800)

Financing - Additional Informat

Financing - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($)	Nov. 29, 2016	Nov. 28, 2016	Dec. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Outstanding borrowings			$ 79,075,000
Line of credit Interest rate description			Borrowings under the line are subject to certain covenants and restrictions on indebtedness, financial guarantees, business combinations and other related items. We were in compliance with the terms of the credit agreement as of December 31, 2016
Senior Secured Revolving Credit Facility
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of credit facility maximum borrowing capacity value	$ 130,000,000
Maturity date	Nov. 29, 2021	Mar. 10, 2021
Line of credit facility current borrowing capacity value			$ 104,100,000
Senior secured revolving credit agreement description			We amended our credit facility to increase our permissible borrowings to $130.0 million year round (formerly only $75.0 million was permitted during the December to April months)
Senior Secured Revolving Credit Facility | December to April
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of credit facility maximum borrowing capacity value		$ 75,000,000
Senior Secured Revolving Credit Facility | LIBOR Loans
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of credit, basis spread variable rate			2.75%
Line of Credit
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Outstanding borrowings			$ 79,100,000	$ 0
Letter of Credit
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Outstanding letters of credit balances			$ 100,000		$ 3,800,000

Shareholders' Equity - Addition

Shareholders' Equity - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Mar. 31, 2016
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	$ 1,500,000	$ 1,200,000	$ 3,733,000	$ 3,267,000
Unrecognized compensation costs related to non-vested stock options, restricted stock awards and cash-settled SARs	8,000,000		$ 8,000,000
Compensation expense related to non-vested stock options, restricted stock and SARs awards, weighted average period of recognition			2 years
Other accrued expense	$ 5,623,000		$ 5,623,000		$ 8,950,000
Unrealized gain on derivative instruments, tax expense			1,600,000	$ 100,000
Tax impact on foreign currency translation adjustments			$ 0
Stock Option
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Options to purchase common stock excluded from computation of net earnings (loss) per share	857,433	505,925	863,095	392,513
Common stock option, weighted average exercise prices	$ 27.75	$ 36.38	$ 27.28	$ 37.39
Stock Appreciation Rights
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	$ 100,000		$ 200,000
Number of shares awarded			0
Number of shares forfeited			0
Other accrued expense	$ 300,000		$ 300,000

Shareholders' Equity - Stock Op

Shareholders' Equity - Stock Option Transactions Under Plans (Detail) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)$ / sharesshares
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Shares, Options outstanding beginning balance | shares	678,209
Shares, Granted | shares	344,169
Shares, Cancelled | shares	(42,980)
Shares, Expired | shares	(63,908)
Shares, Options outstanding ending balance | shares	915,490
Shares, Exercisable | shares	424,620
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Options outstanding beginning balance | $ / shares	$ 30.08
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Granted | $ / shares	16.62
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Cancelled | $ / shares	26.26
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Expired | $ / shares	38.13
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Options outstanding ending balance | $ / shares	24.62
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Exercisable | $ / shares	$ 27.71
Weighted Average Contractual Life, Options outstanding	7 years 7 months 28 days
Weighted Average Contractual Life, Exercisable	6 years 2 months 19 days
Aggregate Intrinsic Value, Options outstanding | $	$ 275
Aggregate Intrinsic Value, Exercisable | $	$ 263

Shareholders' Equity - Restrict

Shareholders' Equity - Restricted Stock Activity (Detail)	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016$ / sharesshares
Restricted Shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Non-vested shares, Beginning balance | shares	39,863
Granted | shares	1,179
Vested | shares	(10,500)
Forfeited | shares	(3,400)
Non-vested shares, Ending balance | shares	27,142
Non-vested shares, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value Beginning | $ / shares	$ 22.98
Granted | $ / shares	16.74
Vested | $ / shares	33.46
Forfeited | $ / shares	27.04
Non-vested shares, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value Ending | $ / shares	$ 18.08
Restricted Stock Units
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Non-vested shares, Beginning balance | shares	186,258
Granted | shares	59,993
Vested | shares	(37,892)
Forfeited | shares	(39,140)
Non-vested shares, Ending balance | shares	169,219
Non-vested shares, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value Beginning | $ / shares	$ 24.79
Granted | $ / shares	16.56
Vested | $ / shares	34.85
Forfeited | $ / shares	19.20
Non-vested shares, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value Ending | $ / shares	$ 20.78

Shareholders' Equity - Schedule

Shareholders' Equity - Schedule of Weighted Average Shares Outstanding (Detail) - shares shares in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted [Abstract]
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding	13,052	13,006	13,049	12,983
Dilutive effect of option plan				164
Common and potential shares outstanding - diluted	13,052	13,006	13,049	13,147

Shareholders' Equity - Componen

Shareholders' Equity - Components of Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning			$ 167,391
Foreign currency translation adjustments	$ (1,086)	$ (711)	(1,509)	$ 332
Unrealized gain on derivative instruments, net of tax	1,000	378	2,715	165
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, ending	110,956		110,956
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning			(10,184)	(7,142)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, ending	$ (8,978)	$ (6,645)	$ (8,978)	$ (6,645)

Commitments and Contingencies -

Commitments and Contingencies - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($)	Jan. 03, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 14, 2016	Jun. 01, 2016
Commitments and Contingencies [Line Items]
Loss contingency damages awarded value				$ 46,700,000	$ 15,500,000
Subsequent Event
Commitments and Contingencies [Line Items]
Loss contingency damages awarded value	$ 900,000
Litigation settlement per infringing unit	$ 205.08
Post-Trial Damages
Commitments and Contingencies [Line Items]
Loss contingency damages awarded value			$ 1,500,000
Maximum
Commitments and Contingencies [Line Items]
Repurchase amount repossessed products sold to dealers		$ 81,000,000
Loss Sharing Provisions | Maximum
Commitments and Contingencies [Line Items]
Repurchase amount repossessed products sold to dealers		$ 4,600,000

Inventories - Components of Inv

Inventories - Components of Inventories (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Raw materials and sub-assemblies	$ 53,417	$ 35,770
Finished goods	88,927	64,127
Parts, garments and accessories	43,224	40,110
Inventory, Total	$ 185,568	$ 140,007

Product Warranties - Additional

Product Warranties - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Mar. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2015
Accrued Warranty [Line Items]
Product warranty, description	We generally provide a limited warranty for 12 months from the date of consumer registration on snowmobiles and for six months from the date of consumer registration on ATVs and ROVs. We may provide longer warranties in certain geographical markets as determined by local regulations and market conditions, as well as related to certain promotional programs
Accrued warranty	$ 28,065	$ 25,524	$ 24,809	$ 23,062
Warranty provision	10,221	10,059
In House Extended Warranty Program [Member]
Accrued Warranty [Line Items]
Accrued warranty	4,300		$ 1,700
Warranty provision	$ 2,800
Third Party Extended Warranty [Member]
Accrued Warranty [Line Items]
Warranty provision		$ 2,500

Product Warranties - Changes in

Product Warranties - Changes in Accrued Warranty Liability (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Product Warranties Disclosures [Abstract]
Accrued warranty, beginning	$ 24,809	$ 23,062
Warranty provision	10,221	10,059
Warranty claim payments	(6,965)	(7,597)
Accrued warranty, ending	$ 28,065	$ 25,524

Segment Reporting - Additional

Segment Reporting - Additional Information (Detail)	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016Segment
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Number of operating segments	2
Number of reportable segments	2

Segment Reporting - Schedule of

Segment Reporting - Schedule of Segment Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	$ 117,383	$ 166,000	$ 386,865	$ 511,538
Gross profit	9,710	24,250	35,010	90,730
Snowmobile and ATV/ROV units
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	96,331	143,135	320,310	434,916
Gross profit	3,482	17,432	13,514	64,517
Parts, garments and accessories
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	21,052	22,865	66,555	76,622
Gross profit	$ 6,228	$ 6,818	$ 21,496	$ 26,213

New Market Tax Credit Transac48

New Market Tax Credit Transaction - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions	9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Feb. 29, 2016
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Contribution amount recorded in other liabilities			$ 5.3
Percentage of recapture to which the tax credits are subject	100.00%
Tax credit recapture period	7 years
Financing arrangement	$ 0.9	$ 0.9
Other Liabilities [Member]
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Contribution amount recorded in other liabilities	$ 5.3	$ 5.3

Income Taxes - Additional Infor

Income Taxes - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income tax expense (benefit)	$ 16,154	$ (3,610)	$ 2,426	$ 2,884
Valuation allowance	$ 26,900		$ 26,900