Which sled for a noob?
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If you paid attention as I said its all in the suspension setup, the 07 m1000 worked great for me on the trail with just suspension adjustments, Since I revavled my 09 m1000 it works better. Why get a lesser sled for the same money.
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to bad you and hatch are newbies too and dont know jack.the cherry 1000 would make an excellent sled for a 200# rider who wants to 2 up around.
why would he get a mountain sled to ride trails? For one the lugs would not hold up very good and it would prolly have heating issues. it would make much more sense just to buy a trail sled.
So re-valving your mountain sled will make it work good on trails? Why are guys trying to sell him a mountain sled when he specifically asked for a trial sled with two up options. How does a re-valved M1000 work here? I can see a F1000 or whatever the AC flat land sled is called. The flat land sleds have better tracks, a-arms, suspension and cooling for the trails. I paid attention, did you?
By the way, the Summit looks like a good price, but the same issues apply if you will be trail riding a lot. You might have issues cooling, which you could fix with scratchers or possibly a cooler upgrade (although I've never added one myself). That sled is meant to climb through the powder but cornering and pure top speed are not it's forte. Sorry to high jack your thread with the BS.
the sled could be a good one, a little over priced in my opinion ($1300-1600 would be closer) These also had a recall on the factory pistons so I would find documentation if they where replaced or you will have trouble. If a dealer can't prove it, forget it.
Unless he is going to be running over 70mph the lugs are fine.
Not for a 2 up, unless your only on a groomed trail.
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I'm not trying to sell anything just giving information, I have also riding on the west side and know what there is for riding. I think a trail sled out there would be pointless and a waste of money. He said he rides dirt bikes and quads and if he had the right sled it might open up a whole new world but not a trail sled. Not wanting to hill climb doesn't mean you don't want a mountain sled, but in most cases a mnt sled will do the most in the back country even if its for sight seeing. As for the cooling, you will most likely need ice scratchers no matter what. I know plenty that ride Snt Helens with mountain sleds and scratcher work fine. A crossover sled would be about right for what he has described, but all they are is a mountain sled with a shorter less aggressive track in most cases.
So mcnaughb What kind of sled do you think your looking for, any sleds you like or dislike????. What are your thoughts, maybe we can get you some better info. Have you ridden sleds before, if so what did you think.
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I really have no preference for brand. I'm a Yamaha guy at heart, but it doesn't look like they have anything in my price range that I would want. Under 4k is what I am looking for. Right now, this is just something to do while I am waiting for the snow to melt off my motorcycle trails.
Who knows...this may be the start of a new addiction.
I have been riding twice on a 85 Arctic Cat 550...or something like that. Very fun and had a great time...but definitely too small for me. Handlebars too low and seat too low. And way down on horsepower for a man of my girth.
I want to be able to sight see, ride groomed trails, ride some back country non-groomed stuff. I'm not looking to do huge mountain side powder runs like you see in the movies, etc.
But...I don't like to be down on power. Extra horespower can usually help make up for poor technique, imho. If you can compare to bikes, I ride a YZ450F mx bike on trails. A little suspenion work and they are fine, light and powerful. I'm a fast Over 40 B class rider.
I should also add that I do have some knee problems. So low seats and cramped riding positions won't work.
I would like to have a reverse. Electric start would be optional as two strokes start so easily when properly maintained. I would also like something fairly agile.
The other sled I am looking at is a 04 Ski Doo 800 Summit. 144 inch track, 1200 miles, and reverse. $3695 is the asking price.
Looks like I can change/add seats on most of them so that I could ride 2 up when I want.
Most of my riding will be on Mt Hood.
That's everything know.
Best Options, For the price.
M7-m8
Pros: going to be easiest to maneuver in back country, easiest to start with EFI, hands down most reliable.
Con: No reverse on m7, needs a taller seat, may want some suspension work for ruff trails
Seen these sell for 3-4k
04-06 Rev 800
Pros: best on the trail, sits a little higher, E reverse.
Cons: much harder to throw around in stiffer snow and takes longer to learn how to use the sled right. Great sled though.
I've seen 06 151's selling for 3,500-4000. I would stay away from the 07 rev's because of motor problems
I think these are your best option for the money, the older sleds aren't near as capable
If you can find a new chassis rmk 700 for the money would be good option.
yami's need a turbo. and they take muscle to throw around.
M7-m8
Pros: going to be easiest to maneuver in back country, easiest to start with EFI, hands down most reliable.
Con: No reverse on m7, needs a taller seat, may want some suspension work for ruff trails
Seen these sell for 3-4k
04-06 Rev 800
Pros: best on the trail, sits a little higher, E reverse.
Cons: much harder to throw around in stiffer snow and takes longer to learn how to use the sled right. Great sled though.
I've seen 06 151's selling for 3,500-4000. I would stay away from the 07 rev's because of motor problems
I think these are your best option for the money, the older sleds aren't near as capable
If you can find a new chassis rmk 700 for the money would be good option.
yami's need a turbo. and they take muscle to throw around.
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snowmobiler
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my wifes 162 1000 was mainly ridin on trails and it rides like a caddilac.add another the dont know jack list
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snowmobiler
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here in ore we usealy have some kind of fluff on the trails to keep sleds cool. and looseing paddles? never heard of that one,unless you nail a rock or stump.trail sleds are for flatlanders
