Just looked at an ad for a 2012 Pro for sale with only 600 miles and a new motor

[BigMan]

And they want us to pay $12,000.00 for these things?? No reason listed for why it has a new power plant but with the reputation of these things one's mind tends to go negative quick. I think my sledding days may be winding down.

 

[rmscustom]

See ya

 

[BILTIT]

Exact reason i bought used with a blown motor, have it fixed right and still cheaper than new.

 

[05900]

Who paid $12,000.00 ?

 

[boondocker155]

What kind of turbo does it have in it for that price? Ha ha RIPOFF


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[Reg2view]

$8k USD is about all it's worth without any other mods. That sled is going nowhere soon.

 

[AndrettiDog]

And they want us to pay $12,000.00 for these things?? No reason listed for why it has a new power plant but with the reputation of these things one's mind tends to go negative quick. I think my sledding days may be winding down.

I guess you don't have to buy it. You are going to quit sledding because you are worried about a sled breaking down on you? I think you miss the point of riding those things.

 

[POLZIN]

Some people are fishing or have just lost their minds with the way they price things. Ive been looking for an enclosed trailer and some of the stuff I come across make me want to call them and tell them they are retarded.

That sled price is obviously WAY to much.

 

[rmscustom]

Bigman is obviously talking about spending $12g on a new sled and it only lasting 600 miles

 

[Jaynelson]

There are a lot of far sale ads for sleds with replaced motors....all mileages, all brands. Always been that way. It sucks, but a 2-stroke sled is not automotive-levels of reliable. If reliability is your main concern, buy a Yammy...they are the only brand that seems to consistently achieve high mileages with minimal mechanical repairs. If you can't stomach the fact of a possible breakdown or parts breakage in the backcountry....I would agree that sledding might not be for you.

Sooner or later, towing out sleds or fixing in the backcountry is part of the game. Blown motors, belts, drive systems, busted up suspensions from hitting stuff, broken steering posts, electrical problems. Sooner or later you WILL tow or be towed back for SOMETHING.

 

[BigMan]

There are a lot of far sale ads for sleds with replaced motors....all mileages, all brands. Always been that way. It sucks, but a 2-stroke sled is not automotive-levels of reliable. If reliability is your main concern, buy a Yammy...they are the only brand that seems to consistently achieve high mileages with minimal mechanical repairs. If you can't stomach the fact of a possible breakdown or parts breakage in the backcountry....I would agree that sledding might not be for you.

Sooner or later, towing out sleds or fixing in the backcountry is part of the game. Blown motors, belts, drive systems, busted up suspensions from hitting stuff, broken steering posts, electrical problems. Sooner or later you WILL tow or be towed back for SOMETHING.

Already have been. Bought an XLT a few years back. Got everybody together to take off work and drove the 500 miles to ride. Made it about 15 mile up the trailhead when it seized and locked up. Drug it back down the mountain and hauled it 500 miles back home asking ourselves the whole time if it's worth it. I haven't been in five years and when you do get to go and something like that happens you really start to second guess things.

 

[BigMan]

I guess you don't have to buy it. You are going to quit sledding because you are worried about a sled breaking down on you? I think you miss the point of riding those things.

When I was 20 I didn't worry about. At almost 40, it can become difficult to stay motivated.

 

[BigMan]

Bigman is obviously talking about spending $12g on a new sled and it only lasting 600 miles

Exactly. Spend 12 grand on a new sled and have it go down after 600 miles. I saw a 1997 RMK one time with over 10,000 miles and had never been opened up. They for sure don't make them like that anymore.

 

[ndC7M8]

Already have been. Bought an XLT a few years back. Got everybody together to take off work and drove the 500 miles to ride. Made it about 15 mile up the trailhead when it seized and locked up. Drug it back down the mountain and hauled it 500 miles back home asking ourselves the whole time if it's worth it. I haven't been in five years and when you do get to go and something like that happens you really start to second guess things.

And you were shocked by its unreliability and are associating it with today's sleds? Yep, quit snowmobiling and take your pity party somewhere else. $12,000 for a sled? Learn how to haggle. MSRP - google it, maybe you'll make wiser purchases in the future. Don't care if you don't like me. I'm sick of the negativity towards snowmobiling on this forum

 

[Jaynelson]

When I was 20 I didn't worry about. At almost 40, it can become difficult to stay motivated.

Why not consider a yammy? Serious question...sounds like the perfect solution.

 

[OuraySledder]

Buying a sled is a pretty big commitment for most of us. Few pay $12k nless they have to have the snocheck models that you reserve in spring for the next season. Otherwise, I for example, paid $9500 for a 2013 model with 5 miles on it, brand new, with extras, under 10 grand.

Still, by the time you buy a new sled, maintain a truck and trailer to haul it, buy all the riding gear, buy a second sled for wife, friends, back-up, you will be into the sport for 20g's plus real easy. Those of us that do go in that deep are VERY passionate about the sport. Spending time in the mountains on a sled for me is important and special, not to mention a load of fun with the right sled, gear and some practicing of your riding abilities. It is challenging in a beautiful setting so to me it is worth it, all of it.

I bought a new time bomb to ride. Truth is they all break, Yamahas no so much but a Yamaha is like a toyota landcruiser in the backcountry. The exploding Pro is a Ferrari, light agile, agressive and sometimes fragile. That is the price we pay for our chosen sport

It might not be your thing. I think you don't understand because the bug hasn't really bitten yet. If you are serious about getting into the sport but the top level goods are more than you can stomach, buy a used sled. I would find a $3500 Arctic Cat M7 and then see if you like riding. Go with a group of more experienced riders. Take it in, see if it is your thing.

Do not go back out on an antique like an XLT. That was a great sled... in 1995. Almost 20 years later, not so much. I really do not understand how anyone would really enjoy that experience either.

Coming here and complianing though? Maybe the above helps you understand our affliction.

 

[ndC7M8]

Buy a Yamaha or drive west in a car and rent a sled

 

[BigMan]

I'm already in way deeper than $20 g. Just to clarify, I've been riding sleds for thirty years. I've traveled all over the west to ride. Ridden MT, WY, CO, ID... so I'm by no means new to the sport. And I no longer have that XLT. I have a 98 RMK for the wife, a modded 97 RMK for myself(which have both been great, they're just dated), a 19' Wells Cargo to haul them in, bought a Power Stroke diesel to pull them with, and was considering buying a new sled so my buddy could ride, which is where the problem lies. To lay down the cash for a newer sled is hard to do when you have no faith in the quality of what you're buying. It sounds like maybe some of you guys don't worry about the debt or you're money comes easier than mine. One thing about it... what you allow is what will continue.

 

[BigMan]

And you were shocked by its unreliability and are associating it with today's sleds? Yep, quit snowmobiling and take your pity party somewhere else. $12,000 for a sled? Learn how to haggle. MSRP - google it, maybe you'll make wiser purchases in the future. Don't care if you don't like me. I'm sick of the negativity towards snowmobiling on this forum

If you don't like my post, you didn't have to reply.


Regardless, enough of this for me. Later..

 

[BILTIT]

Bigman- I rode a 2003 rmk for 5 trips to the mountains all last winter without a single problem, it can be done. I did spend a lot of time going through it and riding at home to be sure everything was up to par. I went to a newer sled because the guys I ride with are much better than I am And I needed to keep up, also I had some back problems and "the tank" ('03) just wasn't helping. I didn't want to spend too much either so I picked up a blown motor 2011 (1600 miles) and had an indy specialty motor built for it (3 yr warranty and great reliability record). I am under 9k Canadian dollars and have a sled that is so much better than the 03 and much easier on me. I think this is the cheapest way to get a newer chassis without the motor issues.


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