I have 2011 pro and rode a 2013 yesterday. 13 seemed like I could get to do what I wanted eaiser without being on one side or other of sled. Seemed more nimble I guess. I was impressed. Anyone that has or had both. Does this seem right or you guys or think this is in the setup of sled. Both are stock in in same snow conditions. Thanks
2011 vs 2013/14 pro handling
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I own an 11 and a 13'. Set up is almost identical except the QD belt. My 13 is a 163 and I prefer it to my 11' 155. Not much difference, but enough that I want a QD belt in all my future sleds! They have a few issues, but look at doo and cat forums and everyone there wants a belt drive.
Despite what the haters (and people afraid of change) say about them, they make quite a noticeable difference.
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rmscustom
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Less rotating mass = fun. I have a blast riding the girlfriends 600 vs my 800. Also small suspension adjustments make a big difference on the Pro, my buddies 14 felt completely different compared to mine (13) until we dialed in his suspension with no more than 1/4" change in his spring lengths.
I had a 2011 and now a 2013. Handling, I didn't notice a huge deal. But power wise, I swear the '13 had more bite. It seems to get up on the snow quicker, could simply be the combination of the QDS and lighter weight. Too bad I had to swap out the QDS for a TKI belt drive.
I have messed with the set up some. I thought it felt fairly good till I got on the 13. My ski shocks are about as lose as I can go. Front track shock is fairly tight about 1" threads showing. Rear shock is fairly loose. About 1" threads showing also. I do bottom out sometimes. Im 180lbs. Does this sound close at all. Thanks
