AHHH, look at the little spare belt holder; how cute!!!!
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ON-THE-SNOW RIDE IMPRESSIONS: 2016 AXYS-PRO RMK ... OUR DAY IN APINE WYO.
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I would add that the brake position doesn't have much chance of icing up either, I have experienced that issue multiple times with a drive shaft mounted rotor.
I have been riding sleds since I was old enough to squeeze the throttle and steer but have been on sleds my entire life. I have owned and ridden mountain sleds since 06. I ride the midwest to be honest. We seek out deep snow and hills in the U.P. of Michigan and then haul our sleds out west for even more challenge. because of this I choose to own a mountain sled. My current sled is a 2012 ProRMK. Love it. And almost always find plenty of deep snow for it. Could I get away with a 144 or 136 Probably. I have a 144 in my stable as well. Not as nice when we take trips out west with a shorter sled though. Plus there are times in the midwest if I were on a 136 I know I would have been stuck for sure.
I am thinking even though I've read some negative things about the Axys ProRMK on the trail the other attributes in the deep snow are more important to me. With my experience riding skinny long sleds on trail tot get to the fresh I should be OK. I have been doing it a long time. I still need to see what is coming out on March 2 before I make up my mind though.
Any thoughts on this for my kind of riding?
I am thinking even though I've read some negative things about the Axys ProRMK on the trail the other attributes in the deep snow are more important to me. With my experience riding skinny long sleds on trail tot get to the fresh I should be OK. I have been doing it a long time. I still need to see what is coming out on March 2 before I make up my mind though.
Any thoughts on this for my kind of riding?
Not sure what you are referring to? Failures that would have been better if the brake was on the drive shaft? Back in 98 I broke a chain at the top of a long tree'd up climb at brundage. It was sketchy getting it back down.
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Lots of guys complaining theres no 36" front end. Would you really want a 36" with the new higher stance? The test riders already said its not as desirable on the trail imagine how it would be a 36"? 36" front ends were first designed for wide *** xp's that were ridiculous to pull over. imo its probably not needed on the axis...
Also slp claims 9hp for there axis pipe, add a head and bingo 175 hp NA sled at sub 400 (with can) dropped and rolled with a 3"ish track from the factory. Im excited,
Still going to wait a year though to let the mountain segment find the weak links. 
Also slp claims 9hp for there axis pipe, add a head and bingo 175 hp NA sled at sub 400 (with can) dropped and rolled with a 3"ish track from the factory. Im excited,
Still going to wait a year though to let the mountain segment find the weak links. 
well said Kim. I think you hit the nail right there.
It was good to meet you in the hallway down there lol
hope to meet up again sometime
It was good to meet you in the hallway down there lol
hope to meet up again sometime
Remember, just 10 years ago a 395 pound sled that was a hundred seventy five horsepower was a total unicorn.
Lots of guys complaining theres no 36" front end. Would you really want a 36" with the new higher stance? The test riders already said its not as desirable on the trail imagine how it would be a 36"? 36" front ends were first designed for wide *** xp's that were ridiculous to pull over. imo its probably not needed on the axis...
Also slp claims 9hp for there axis pipe, add a head and bingo 175 hp NA sled at sub 400 (with can) dropped and rolled with a 3"ish track from the factory. Im excited,
I see lots of comments on why doesn't the sled come with 3inch track, 36 inch arms, etc, etc. What would be nice if they offered more customer options. Custom ordering to a certain extent. Like what they have done with Victory, and to certain extent with the 15 Terrain Dominator. For what its worth I'm on year 2 with my Boost-it Pro with a 3 inch and 36 inch arms. I absolutely love my 3 inch but it comes with the low snow cooling issues. Some people will deal with it some won't. 2.4 a bit short, 3.0 a bit tall? Is 2.6 the sweet spot? FYI. NMs Boost-it Pro, killing all the chutes in Revy last season was a 174x2.5 not a 3 inch
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Exactly. I put my name down for the new sled. Going to ride it a bunch before anything gets changed.
polaris definitely knows how to market new models. they did the exact same thing in 12 to build excitement for my 13. what I saw the first time was people commenting on proto's they rode and not actual production line built equipment. the 13 is an awesome sled but came off the line with some very disappointing deficiencies. quality control was at the top with driveshaft, a-arm glue, quickdrive belts, quickdrive pulley machining, poor hardening on driveshaft and jackshaft spindles that ran inside ball bearings, breaking quick drive bolts supposedly caused by incorrect torque specs. I have probably missed something. I am excited for the new sled also but waiting for the disappointment customer's will suffer as miles become logged on the actual production line sleds. Mountainhorse I really hope you had a long talk with your friends @ polaris and reminded them of the past. they seem to easily forget!
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Just want to thank all the guys for sharing your honest opinions!! I was a Doo rider for years and switched to my 2012 Pro and I LOVE it every time I get to ride it and I'm a better rider in the deep stuff than I've because of it and have switched a few of my Doo buddies over also. I have been waiting patiently for this sled and it sounds AWESOME Thanks Polaris you make me smile every time I squeeze the throttle!!!
Just want to thank all the guys for sharing your honest opinions!! I was a Doo rider for years and switched to my 2012 Pro and I LOVE it every time I get to ride it and I'm a better rider in the deep stuff than I've because of it and have switched a few of my Doo buddies over also. I have been waiting patiently for this sled and it sounds AWESOME
Thanks Polaris you make me smile every time I squeeze the throttle!!!
FULL LINE UP NOT RELEASED TILL MARCH 2
Yesterday...With the ONE only model released... it was True to the definition "Sneak Peak" ...
The FULL LINE UP ... with all different options/models/colors and any snowcheck factory customization, if offered, etc etc WILL BE RELEASED ON MARCH 2nd.
There are very limited technical details being released .... there will be more details as time rolls on... with a bigger discussion and more details on March 2nd.
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Yesterday...With the ONE only model released... it was True to the definition "Sneak Peak" ...
The FULL LINE UP ... with all different options/models/colors and any snowcheck factory customization, if offered, etc etc WILL BE RELEASED ON MARCH 2nd.
There are very limited technical details being released .... there will be more details as time rolls on... with a bigger discussion and more details on March 2nd.
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MH keeps saying this is only one model and more are coming. I think Poo started a very successful Spring Check model (options) last year and the rest will have to follow.
Personally I would never want a track shaft brake again. Too weak and too slow. I use my brake to maneuver and backshift. Kinda like a touch on the dirt bike clutch or a quick lock with the rear pedal all in one. One of the first things that made me go "oh ah glad it's back" on the Pro.
I always wonder when people talk about heavy steering on a sled or nervous trail handling. Do you guys stand or sit when riding?
I'd like to add one more of my opinion's. My '13 Pro has been the most dependable sled I've owned to date. I think it will do another couple of years if need be pretty easy.
Personally I would never want a track shaft brake again. Too weak and too slow. I use my brake to maneuver and backshift. Kinda like a touch on the dirt bike clutch or a quick lock with the rear pedal all in one. One of the first things that made me go "oh ah glad it's back" on the Pro.
I always wonder when people talk about heavy steering on a sled or nervous trail handling. Do you guys stand or sit when riding?
I'd like to add one more of my opinion's. My '13 Pro has been the most dependable sled I've owned to date. I think it will do another couple of years if need be pretty easy.
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AHHH, look at the little spare belt holder; how cute!!!!
Where the hell is my muffpot gonna go?
I see the Crazy Mtn Extreme Guys have a track shaft mounted brake
I guess I am just a little fearful if the belt were to fail in a inopportune spot, it could result in a less than favorable outcome.
I am sure the new sled is far more capable than my abilities, but I would just want to be covered in all situations and be able to slow my downward descent in a unlikely belt failure.
Oohh la la! It come with zee French tickler pistons! Zee ladies are gonna love it!
This! ^^^^
I'm cautiously optimistic on the new AXYS rig based on this very good point.
For the type of sled it is, I did not find it squirrely on the road at all. I would say it was on par with the Doo in the corners and better in the bumps than previous year Pro's. 70mph on the road was comfortable....for a mountain sled.
I would have liked to have been able to take the time to adjust the suspension to see how it reacts but time was limited. A little lighter on the skis would have been my preference and I'm sure that is possible with a quick twist of the spring.
I did pass on a few of the quality issues I have seen with the engineers. These guys seemed very passionate about their work and have poured their heart and soul into this sled. Every change seemed to be driven with a strong regard to quality and lessons learned.
I would have liked to have been able to take the time to adjust the suspension to see how it reacts but time was limited. A little lighter on the skis would have been my preference and I'm sure that is possible with a quick twist of the spring.
I did pass on a few of the quality issues I have seen with the engineers. These guys seemed very passionate about their work and have poured their heart and soul into this sled. Every change seemed to be driven with a strong regard to quality and lessons learned.
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