Geoff Rogers Is a skidoo racer. That was Todd Tupper, it had failed the upper spindle bolt.
Catalyst Turbo!
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Tapios catalyst sure made some smooth runs to the top. Motor sounded flawless while we were up there. skid (whatever it was) looked like it soaked up the garbage really well, sidehilled effortlessly.
Couple ascenders gettin it done sounding mean AF as well.
Had the panels off the display model that looked like it been rode hard put away wet, trying to see how the belt tension system worked but got too distracted. beer, ladies, racing, great time!
Couple ascenders gettin it done sounding mean AF as well.
Had the panels off the display model that looked like it been rode hard put away wet, trying to see how the belt tension system worked but got too distracted. beer, ladies, racing, great time!
Tapios Ran an EZryde that weekend. The sled was built with a TRF skid like Todd Tupper's but they were not comfortable enough with it heading into Jackson so they went with what they know.
Just quoted 15800 for a black catalyst 154x2.6 from my dealer. I can get you the sled too if you want. Said today I’d last order day for them?
The belt tensions with an eccentric bearing housing on the exhaust side. Clutch side doesn't move. Hopefully this doesn't cause drive belt/clutch alignment issues if it's not in the sweet spot of adjustment.
Seems steep. $1900 more than msrp (non e-start). Did you add a bunch of options?
I just asked the dealer at 4 corners if they could get one and if so how much. I bought my 22 hardcore from them but iam not really a special customer
That's disappointing. I had hoped to order a 2025 from them when the new motor comes out next year but I'm definitely not going to pay over msrp.
Might have to go with the dealer in Kalispell, my brother is good friends with the owner's nephew.
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Deltasherpa
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Nice take on things. I with ya on all of it!
A 2024 Doo Summit Adrenaline w Edge package 154/2.5 lug, 600 ETEC is $14,699 vs that $15,800 for the Cat.
Incorrect, if you are showcasing a product for the 1st time and expect to sell, at least take the time to do it right and as close to perfect as possible. You seem like a perfect customer for that item.
I find it funny I have to explain to dumb ‘Muricans what quality work looks like. Hahahahaha yankeeeeeez!
I went to artic cats site today and could t find MSR and the site says no new build online so? I told him get it for me anyway. I think it’s overpriced for sure but …and this sounds bad, I can loose the 500 bucks without to much trouble if he doesn’t work with me and or there’s not a good warranty. Bet by that time guys will be Looking to buy and I can sell it maybe? I dunno but I was due to trade in mine and iam so new I think a 600 might actually help me ? Even though my legend guide thinks it’s just about as strong as the 800…?? We’ll see. Was going to buy a a skidoo but honestly if you get a decent suspension package it cost that much too . Of course it’s a 850 lol…
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What we dont know is.
Is that including all costs including shipping, dealer set up, sales taxes and licensing fees. As in what you write the check for? Or is it the quote before any of that or including just some of that?
And then, what is the sales tax rate where they are? What are the state licensing fees?
And too your question of accessories they included in the quote?
doo also charges a commodity tax 4-800 dollars
Was that a production kit?
We had epic snow. Toughest I've seen in years. 4 turbos and ate up most of the day just trying to get where we were going. Was like the old days of pounding on it run after run. Went 3 days in a row. Wanted to go but watched the live feed instead.You should have came down. We rode Alpine on Saturday and the snow up high was unreal. Best snow of the year!
I like the new chassis. Wish I could have taken one for a test ride. Overall they feel and look smaller. The cockpit is way better for a taller rider, so that will be good for you and I; more leg room and you don't feel like you're falling off the back of the seat. One of the design engineers is 6'4" and had a lot of input on the cockpit. The seat and tank are a lot narrower. I think that will be a huge plus technical riding. I can't remember how much lower the engine is, but man it sits low in the chassis; looks significantly lower then the Ascender. The new steering system looks promising. Why it took so long to improve that is kind of stupid. I'm hoping the new steering setup can be retrofitted on an ascender (I'm keeping my current sled regardless). It does feel like you can get more forward, but need to ride one to make a final conclusion. The footwells are more open. I think I will like the stock boards, felt like plenty of traction. I did specifically ask about the boards and the tech said it's pretty 50/50 which version people liked, stock/composite vs the accessory tube version. The composite versions might flex a bit and the tube boards will feel more rigid, assuming. A lot of small things that look a lot better. You can tell they put a lot of effort into simplifying things. Hopefully they release a twin rail version. But honestly, I would give the alpha version a try first. From all reports the alpha setup works better in this chassis and the alpha traction is untouchable. The current twin rail setup will bolt right in, if they make a bad decision and not offer it. I'm sure all the hill climb racers are advocating for a twin rail option. From everything I'm hearing the bigger motor is impressive, power inline with the 9r. Hopefully they have that motor all figured out and setting up the supply chain now. I think it will be a big seller next year.
However, if snowchecks are restricted and pricing is anything close to the 9r/turbo prices, I'm out. Prices are stupid right now and I'm not paying $20K for a sled. There is nothing I don't like about my current sled. Slap some new pistons in it and letter eat for a few more years. Wait for the economy to go boom and get things back to reality. It's coming, not a matter of if, just when. Frankly, the sooner the better. Already starting to see signs of it in housing and automotive. Recreation vehicles will get hit hard, so hopefully they don't get cocky. See what next year brings!
Hope it has the power of 9r. 9r is flat out awesome in the trees. Just rode my wife's 2 days in a row. The first day it would have been worthless. That is why they need a turbo. 2 to 3 feet it is awesome.
There is a cleansing coming. Not looking like this year at least for me.
That is MSRP on the Doo vs the price the poster got from the dealer on the Cat.
Doo snowcheck prices I got were around $1,000 under MSRP, thats with freight, setup, and commodity charges included.
Tax, title, license should just be left out of the equation when talking prices beings they vary, and some of us pay them at the stealer, and some of do not.
Tax, title, license should just be left out of the equation when talking prices beings they vary, and some of us pay them at the stealer, and some of do not.
