I've heard that the 06s are better but how much better? What are the specific
differences between the two years?
Thanks.
differences between the two years?
Thanks.
differences between 05 and 06 M7s
- Thread starter Joa
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Almost no real difference. The '06's had a slightly better fuel map in the ECU, different helix in the secondary, and I think the camoplast was optional?
John
John
I believe there is a difference in the diamond drive as well. but i can't remember what it is.
M
mtn_extreme
Well-known member
no diamond drive difference and personally I think the 05 is better. It is lighter in weight as they beefed up the 06 because of peeps jumping and bending things. I don't jump so the lighter weight works for me. Fuel mapping is personal preference and if you run a control box it isn't an issue anyways. The mapping of the 05 will allow you to run twins without a fuel box in many applications.
The biggest differences I have found is the rear skid geometry. Holtz makes a kit to fix the geometry then in 06 cat changed the valving in the rear shock. You can get the Holtz kit if it is not all ready on the 05 and just have the 06 valving put in the rear shock.
Cheers Don.
Cheers Don.
m7
I think the dd reverse started in 06.Was told the dd is the best in 05,pretty much bullet proof
I think the dd reverse started in 06.Was told the dd is the best in 05,pretty much bullet proof
'06 improvements-
Here is a list of the updates to 06/m7…….(FYI) ……………………..
Rear Suspension - removed some rebound control from rear shock for an improved trail ride
Tracks - added the challenger track as an all around option
EFI Calibration - changed the program to improve bottom end performance
- improved air temperature correction to help cold engine drive-away
Fuel/Oil Ratio - changed intial settings for better ratio
Pipe Sensor - added pipe sensor to 600 EFI package
- better emissions and throttle response
ACT Drive Thru Bolt - added rubber isolator and spacers to reduce vibration
Speed Sensor - 100% inspecting sensors to ensure they function properly
ACT Drive Seal - outer seal has been reversed to prevent water ingestion
ACT Drive Cover - added check/plug fill
Hood - changed vent opening sixe to help strenghten front part of hood
Hood Liner - added more heat resistant foil to the left side
Accessory Plug - changed location from hood to behind electrical closeout panel
Key Switch - changed to a low profile key for better knee clearance
- added rubber flange to key to protect icing of the switch
Belly Pans - added more matterial around access panel mounting hole
- changed guide tab to increase clearance for belt installation/removal
- added driven clutch protector to prevent premature wear
Access Panels - changed lower mount boss
- added hairpin clip to better retain panel (still is a quick detach)
- made upper mounting peg solide instead of hollow for easier hairpin clip install
- improved rubber grommet material to help resist tearing
Gastank - added spark plug holder and strap
- added gastank sleeve to help prevent overfilling of the tank
Seatbase - added compartment foam to close out trunk area
- added safety latch to prevent accidental seat removal
- smoothened radius at front to prevent seat vinyl tearing
Tunnel Running
Boards - removed flaps for easier snow removal from running boards
- removed some traction grips from the front of the edge rolls
Rear Heat Exchanger - changed rear heat exchanger on Crossfires for increased colling capacity
- allows for longer running in cold, dry trail conditions
Driven Clutch - added bosses to spring tension adjuster to prevent it from backing off
Exhaust Shield - added more clearance to exhaust shield to aid in installation of resonator
Snowflap - changed to a stiffer material to help prevent it from being sucked into track
Here is a list of the updates to 06/m7…….(FYI) ……………………..
Rear Suspension - removed some rebound control from rear shock for an improved trail ride
Tracks - added the challenger track as an all around option
EFI Calibration - changed the program to improve bottom end performance
- improved air temperature correction to help cold engine drive-away
Fuel/Oil Ratio - changed intial settings for better ratio
Pipe Sensor - added pipe sensor to 600 EFI package
- better emissions and throttle response
ACT Drive Thru Bolt - added rubber isolator and spacers to reduce vibration
Speed Sensor - 100% inspecting sensors to ensure they function properly
ACT Drive Seal - outer seal has been reversed to prevent water ingestion
ACT Drive Cover - added check/plug fill
Hood - changed vent opening sixe to help strenghten front part of hood
Hood Liner - added more heat resistant foil to the left side
Accessory Plug - changed location from hood to behind electrical closeout panel
Key Switch - changed to a low profile key for better knee clearance
- added rubber flange to key to protect icing of the switch
Belly Pans - added more matterial around access panel mounting hole
- changed guide tab to increase clearance for belt installation/removal
- added driven clutch protector to prevent premature wear
Access Panels - changed lower mount boss
- added hairpin clip to better retain panel (still is a quick detach)
- made upper mounting peg solide instead of hollow for easier hairpin clip install
- improved rubber grommet material to help resist tearing
Gastank - added spark plug holder and strap
- added gastank sleeve to help prevent overfilling of the tank
Seatbase - added compartment foam to close out trunk area
- added safety latch to prevent accidental seat removal
- smoothened radius at front to prevent seat vinyl tearing
Tunnel Running
Boards - removed flaps for easier snow removal from running boards
- removed some traction grips from the front of the edge rolls
Rear Heat Exchanger - changed rear heat exchanger on Crossfires for increased colling capacity
- allows for longer running in cold, dry trail conditions
Driven Clutch - added bosses to spring tension adjuster to prevent it from backing off
Exhaust Shield - added more clearance to exhaust shield to aid in installation of resonator
Snowflap - changed to a stiffer material to help prevent it from being sucked into track
