Timbersled cornering

[camo323]

The road used to be a dreaded ride but the new kits are amazing. I couldnt get these videos to upload directly to snowest but take a look at the moto365 guys cornering on new SX kits.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-8G2znXLUo&feature=youtu.be

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGvW2GBBpVY&feature=youtu.be

 

[powdermuncher]

SX kits run Hawk tracks and these tracks corner -- as you can see "very well"

Maybe there is a reason TS puts them on the Sx Kit

 

[retired motoman]

SX kits rock

Have had 5 different MH kits. The SX out handles them all on the trail.

With some set up they do good in the powder.

Best of both worlds. Rails the trails and boondocks in the backcountry.

The Hawk track helps give a dirt bike "feel".

Used a 136 Hawk track for a couple of years on a MH long tack conversion. It was the best handling of all our groups long tracks.

 

[powdermuncher]

The 136 track on the SX is the best all around bike setup -- that is what I have in my Garage

 

[Freeride1]

My UFO handles great on the trail compared to my PRO RMK. I don't know how it compares to the skinny SX. I was scared to get the SX because I didn't want to loose flotation and I liked the flexible paddles. I want to ride with an SX and see how they compare on the untracked and the packed powder.

 

[teal_210]

My UFO handles great on the trail compared to my PRO RMK. I don't know how it compares to the skinny SX. I was scared to get the SX because I didn't want to loose flotation and I liked the flexible paddles. I want to ride with an SX and see how they compare on the untracked and the packed powder.

I've yet to see the downside of the SX kit. I prefer the stiff lugs that it has - it gets you moving faster. It does take a little more effort to keep up with the other kits in powder, but it gives you a challenge and makes you work a bit - so in my book, that's a plus.

The ST and LT kits go anywhere with ease to the point where it's hard to find terrain to challenge the rider, the SX brings a little bit of rider talent back into play. After spending time on both the 2014 ST and SX kits, I'm happy I went with the SX.

Seems more flick-able as well

 

[cody7thomas]

Have had 5 different MH kits. The SX out handles them all on the trail.

With some set up they do good in the powder.

Best of both worlds. Rails the trails and boondocks in the backcountry.

The Hawk track helps give a dirt bike "feel".

Used a 136 Hawk track for a couple of years on a MH long tack conversion. It was the best handling of all our groups long tracks.

I have a six kit and really enjoy it and have been pretty happy with its powder handling. Now just wondering what you consider a properly set up SX kit? What adjustments or changes?

 

[retired motoman]

I have a six kit and really enjoy it and have been pretty happy with its powder handling. Now just wondering what you consider a properly set up SX kit? What adjustments or changes?

In the powder we have found that by pulling the limiter up a hole and adding a 1/4 top shim and 1/2 lower shim for coupling the SX is close to a ST. On the trails all shims gone and limiter out.

 

[cody7thomas]

In the powder we have found that by pulling the limiter up a hole and adding a 1/4 top shim and 1/2 lower shim for coupling the SX is close to a ST. On the trails all shims gone and limiter out.

Thanks. I am not going to lie I am not to sure what you mean about the shims. Where would these go and what do you mean by half and quarter? Sorry I am new to snow
biking.

 

[Motogeek33]

Thanks. I am not going to lie I am not to sure what you mean about the shims. Where would these go and what do you mean by half and quarter? Sorry I am new to snow
biking.

He's talking about the shims located on each side of the rear suspension slide mechanism. My 2012 ST kit came with 1/2" and 1/4" shims installed on the lower part of each slide. This year, I moved both of the 1/2" shims to the upper part of the slide and tightened the limiter strap by one hole to lower the ride height a bit. It's been working great.

 

[cody7thomas]

Thanks for the help. So I looked at my kit and don't have any shims. Is that possible. Are they
black or chrome? And where can I buy some. I looked the parts page on ts and was unable to find any. Thanks again.

 

[Motogeek33]

I believe the shims are polished aluminum, so they're silver colored. I guess I don't know if the SX kit comes with any. I couldn't find any on the Timbersled site, but you can call them and get some.

 

[retired motoman]

Split collar

You an buy a split collar at a hardware store They are steel not aluminum but are easy to install on the bottom for coupling.
Many of us are now using UHMW (white plastic) 1/8" thick washers, center drilled out to 3/4" and cut for changing on the trail. The only place I have found them is Ace Hardware. These will only work for coupling (bottom). Would not trust them on the top and the top shim is a easy change anyway.

 

[teal_210]

Some more action!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehzPziaOJB0&feature=youtube_gdata_player

 

[Hawkster]

Try this , you'll be able to carve harder in even good snow and it makes a big difference on hard pack and is a life saver in unsuspecting over flow . If it doesn't work out to your liking removal leaves no gaping holes .

 

[Motogeek33]

Try this , you'll be able to carve harder in even good snow and it makes a big difference on hard pack and is a life saver in unsuspecting over flow . If it doesn't work out to your liking removal leaves no gaping holes .

I like the look of that... I've had some loading mishaps this year caused by icy parking lots. What type/size/brand of screws are those?

 

[Hawkster]

Their called Kold Kutters Pro Series , the ones on the outside are 1/2 inch and the ones inside are 1 inch . They are very tough and unless your spiining out on pavement all the time you shouldn't really have to worry about replacing them . Installation with a cordless drill works pretty good . Seen guys use sheet metal screws and they work but their also a waist of time because they wore pretty fast .

Almost forgot , to get a good fit screw them in than back them off just a hair , you'll get the hang of it .