2016 axys RMK... beginning to see some details.
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snopromod
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You will have to keep waiting.
Awww, snap. Was hoping all the hype and talk would be true, well looks like I'll mod my old, out dated Pro 163 then...
I am not sure I see them going with a 14 wide in the rmk lineup. If they go narrow they might offer their version of a snow bike. 14 wide would lose what they could gain. You are not going to beat a T3 with a 14 inch track.
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snopromod
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The T3 isn't a better sled as we stand today, it only took them 174" to catch up
The majority of pros sold are 155s. Obviously Polaris riders aren't interested in "beating" a t3. Different sleds for different riding styles.
Funny that with my basic bro membership I was able to read this whole thread, has Poo bought us all a premium membership? As for the narrow track debate there is a tipping point where without a certain amount of track on the ground floatation is sacrificed. A lot depends on how that track is distributed on the ground, ie the doo 146x16 has more track on the ground compared to a 155x15 but in real world conditions the 155 will go much better in the snow, go figure...
Oh yes pro riders are interested in beating them. Just look at the post about what do I have to spend.
They need something cutting edge or there will be lots of t-3 sold in my IMO. Why not a 3.4 inch track with beveled edge to 3 for sidehilling. Motor setup for elevation 8000ft and above like clutching is. Let's set some new standards it time. More room for snow evacuation in the tunnel like what a drop and roll does.
I am thinking Poo is gonna leave some room on the table here... I think were are just gonna see an Axys/HO motor long track with a different track (really hoping its this super light track we have heard rumors about) also think with the lower center of gravity and really skinny body panels it will be a 36" front, and it comes in at the rumored 408lb...
That's it nothing too special but they need to leave some room for improvement so in a couple years just like they did with the Pro they'll have it under 400lbs with some other goodies like optional Fox Float shocks, or something along those lines.
Either way 6:00 can't come fast enough today lol were like a bunch of lil school girls before Christmas
That's it nothing too special but they need to leave some room for improvement so in a couple years just like they did with the Pro they'll have it under 400lbs with some other goodies like optional Fox Float shocks, or something along those lines.
Either way 6:00 can't come fast enough today lol were like a bunch of lil school girls before Christmas
Well not much longer and we will see. I just hope they bring something to the table for the niche market the T3 fills. Not eveyone needs a 174x3" but in some locations I am hearing it is a game changer.
If you already like the Pro now and from what I am seeing with the Axys chassis and the 800HO motor it would be really hard to change brands now with those changes a lone. I am one that actually has had decent reliability out of my 2012 800. Almost 5000 miles now.
If you already like the Pro now and from what I am seeing with the Axys chassis and the 800HO motor it would be really hard to change brands now with those changes a lone. I am one that actually has had decent reliability out of my 2012 800. Almost 5000 miles now.
I think it's about time that something so basic and provides a high level of safety is installed from the factory. When was the last time anyone installed a basic lap and shoulder belt in a car?!?!?!?!
I agree with all the posts about tethers its surprising they haven't become an industry standard on all sleds let alone mountain sleds.
Especially when cost would be under $20 for the manufacturers.
Installing my ProArmour tether today.
Especially when cost would be under $20 for the manufacturers.
Installing my ProArmour tether today.
We tested multiple runs in 2.5 ft of pow and my doo 146 xm would beat my buddies pro 155(samerider weight) 90% of the time. my .02 for what its worth. if polaris could get there engines to work and not have to change out 65% of tps sensors I would buy one to add to the collection!
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snopromod
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That will happen when your buddy has a 600/ 155"
Not a good comparison, try racing a 800 Pro next time. Your going to need a whole lot more then a 146"
I can't help replying to Sledheader. A 14" wide track would be a major paradigm shift but it might be a hard sell. It might work fine in the application but it will turn some potential buyers off. I would rather see a track that has the flexible edges like the Doo. Regardless of what anyone says, that concept works pretty well. I also work with engineers every day (35 years) and I highly respect them. However, they can be wrong and the math and theory doesn't always work in the application. I am reminded of a young lady engineer who told me that a mountain bike with rear suspension was not superior to one with rear suspension in climbing applications over uneven ground. She was very wrong but I couldn't convince her of that. After several years, she was riding a full suspension bike. She was stubborn and never admitted her error other than with her switch to a full suspension bike. I hope that they don't go to a 14" track and I hope they do incorporate a flexible edge track which gives you the best of both worlds.
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