2002 RMK 700 - Upgrades started by RMK_700
	July 25th 2009 at 9:22 PM Post #1
	RMK_700 Starting Member 15 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 17th 2009 Location: Gander, NL, Canada Current Sled: 2002 RMK 700 2008-2009 Miles: 2300
	Hello, I am wanting to add some upgrades to my snowmobile this summer (mostly cosmetic) and I am wanting some opinions. I want to add a windsheild that will look good with the stock color scheme. It is blue with red RMK graphics. I was thinking about a chrome Cobra 11" windsheild. I then wanted some handgaurds and was wondering if the 11" windsheild would accomadate enough room for the bars to turn all the way.(There is a 3 inch rise on them now). I was thinking about blue handgaurds to contrast with the chrome windsheild. How do you all think this would look? Also what would be a good handgaurd at a decent price, I was thinking about the Cycra Snowmobile DX ones or that RSI Racing Ones. I want a handgaurd that will mount between my grab bar and the controls. Thanks, Jason 2002 Polaris RMK 700 Rating: +1 Quick Edit Edit Topic

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	July 25th 2009 at 9:38 PM Post #2
	tdgbigfoot Certified sledaholic 1277 Posts Group: Members Member Since: September 12th 2008 Location: Albany, Vermont, USA Current Sled: 99 SKS 700, 96 Mach Z 780 2008-2009 Miles: 500
	I smell a newby. Ive got a 99 sks, the same sled as yours, only ever so different - and older. Definitly get some plastic skis. THe windshield should work fine. Get some powermadd handguards and save some money. Other possibilities are racing braces, suspension work, handguard mirrors, handlbar hooks(what i consider a must), and maybe a skidplate. Very nice sled, hope you enjoy it! 2000 Indy Trail Touring 550, 1999 Indy SKS 700, 1996 Mach Z 780, 1994 Wildcat 700, 1991 Formula Plus, 1990 Safari LX, 1989 Indy 400, 1988 Tundra Skandic, 1987 Citation, 1986 Indy Trail 488, 198? Bravo 1969 Corvette 350 2000 Cheroekee - 4 1/2" lift, & other goodies Rating: -1 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 26th 2009 at 7:47 AM Post #3
	RMK_700 Starting Member 15 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 17th 2009 Location: Gander, NL, Canada Current Sled: 2002 RMK 700 2008-2009 Miles: 2300
	I already have plastic skis, Handlebar hooks and a skidplate for the machine. I also use a mirror for my glove which works perfect for me. I am in progress of doing the suspension for my weight and riding style. I am very happy with the power and just wanted to make my sled customized to my taste so it is not the same as every other sled around. I just need to make sure everything would work out before I order the products off the internet, it is harder to return. And what is your opinion on a newby?? Jason 2002 Polaris RMK 700 Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 26th 2009 at 8:12 AM Post #4
	xcr440 Sundowners Trail Coordinator xcr440 icefish's because having feeling in your fingertips is overrated. Updated Yesterday at 10:49 PM 12582 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 1st 2003 Location: St.Germain/Edgerton, Wisconsin, USA Current Sled: 03prox700/97xcr440 2008-2009 Miles: 610
	newbys are great if they don't try to be a smartass and make dumb and silly claims. SO far you seem alright. The chrome sheilds are a good add on, I can't help you with the hand guards, never used them. a good beer drinker isnt a picky beer drinker Loggers.... Working their ass off so you can wipe yours! "Steep ground is when your cutting a notch and notice a mountain goat looking at you like you are crazy." - Hexan woodbooga: (WOOD-boog-ah), n. regional dialect, common to areas of New Hampshire and Maine including the towns of Ossipee, Alton, Farmington, Acton, and Lebanon; one who attempts to obtain free firewood to fuel woodburning appliances in an effort to mitigate expenses related to home heating with fossil fuels. Frequently used as a term of derision by non-woodburners who mock the presence of loose bark and other wood waste in the beds of their pickup trucks. 2003 Pro x 700 almond/blue,10-66 black/red team 719 T-flow, 440 mains 1997 xcr440 my clutch kit, 380 mains,T-flow Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 26th 2009 at 10:07 AM Post #5
	RMK_700 Starting Member 15 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 17th 2009 Location: Gander, NL, Canada Current Sled: 2002 RMK 700 2008-2009 Miles: 2300
	Thanks for the help XCR440. I really appreciate when people like you chime in and help out. Now all I need is some opinions on some handgaurds. Thanks, Jason 2002 Polaris RMK 700 Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 26th 2009 at 10:22 AM Post #6
	tughillboy tughillboy 214 Posts Group: Members Member Since: July 13th 2009 Location: albany, ny, USA Current Sled: 06 fusion 600 2008-2009 Miles: 1500+
	i would say chrome windshield red handguards and try rsi i think you get a discount for being a member. ask the rsi acount i think its a 10% discount. 06 polaris fusion 600 h.o 02 polaris 550 fan FOR SALE!!!! 87 yamaha bravo dads sled= 05 polaris 900 moms sled= 04 polaris xcsp 600 moms atv=polaris sportsman 500 dads atc= 1986 honda 200s Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 26th 2009 at 11:55 AM Post #7
	BV_Boondocker Holy s***! Thats a tree... 196 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 8th 2009 Location: Bear Valley, CA, USA Current Sled: '99 Polaris RMK 700
	First thing i ever did when i got when i got my rmk was bust out the sawzall and cut that damn sway bar off. But i would not recommend this if you do alot of trail riding. "As I walk through the valley of death I fear no one, for I am the meanest motherf**ker in the valley!" -General George Patton Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 26th 2009 at 1:43 PM Post #8
	RMK_700 Starting Member 15 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 17th 2009 Location: Gander, NL, Canada Current Sled: 2002 RMK 700 2008-2009 Miles: 2300
	Yea I do spend a lot of time on the trails so cutting the sway bar wouldnt help me out any. Thanks for the opinion tho. I was looking at RSI and I wasnt aware of this discount, I will have to contact them and check. Thanks, Jason 2002 Polaris RMK 700 Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 26th 2009 at 3:32 PM Post #9
	BV_Boondocker Holy s***! Thats a tree... 196 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 8th 2009 Location: Bear Valley, CA, USA Current Sled: '99 Polaris RMK 700
	Ive had great luck with RSI, they really make sure that you are satisfied with their product and their service. "As I walk through the valley of death I fear no one, for I am the meanest motherf**ker in the valley!" -General George Patton Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 26th 2009 at 6:48 PM Post #10
	Dekk70 CRAZY OUTRAGIOUS ! Dekk70 Winter needs to hurry its a$$ up in getting here. READY TO RIDE!!! Updated Thursday at 12:32 PM 585 Posts Group: Members Member Since: January 3rd 2008 Location: Hawarden, Iowa, USA Current Sled: 2002 Polaris RMK 700 2008-2009 Miles: 300ish
	Heres a few things I can think of. Chrome windshield Handgaurds (I have powermadds and love them) Headlight cover colored front bumper colored ski toes Chrome brake handle Aftermarket bar pad Thats all I can think of right now. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 26th 2009 at 7:09 PM Post #11
	xINeEdSnOwIx I walk softly but carry a big stick 215 Posts Group: Members Member Since: June 17th 2009 Location: Elk Lake, WI, USA Current Sled: 02 1/2 zr 440 sno pro
	I just bought rsi handguards and billet mounts. I have one side installed but the clamp threads are stripped. You will get a 10% discount off of everything from rsi. You just send a pm to them snd they will send you a code. It all works out. 2002 1/2 zr 440 sno pro -D&D clutching -Fox shocks -6 inch bar risers -C&A skis -1.5 track -RSI handguards w/ billet mounts -RSI mountain bar .:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 26th 2009 at 7:24 PM Post #12
	RMK_700 Starting Member 15 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 17th 2009 Location: Gander, NL, Canada Current Sled: 2002 RMK 700 2008-2009 Miles: 2300
	Thaks a lot guys. Once I get all the parts on the machine this fall when it comes out of storage I will snap some pictures. Thanks, Jason 2002 Polaris RMK 700 Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 27th 2009 at 12:57 PM Post #13
	Dekk85 Advanced Member 1245 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 28th 2008 Location: Hawarden, Iowa, USA Current Sled: 2003 Polaris RMK 600
	First of all do you want a blue or red color scheme? I really like the look of Powermadd handgaurds. If I were you I would try to get some grey and blue or black and red. Also i would get rid of the stock bar cover and put on a nice blue or red bar pad. I also think it would look better with a smaller chrome windshield. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	July 27th 2009 at 9:06 PM Post #14
	RMK_700 Starting Member 15 Posts Group: Members Member Since: March 17th 2009 Location: Gander, NL, Canada Current Sled: 2002 RMK 700 2008-2009 Miles: 2300
	The stock bar cover is gone and there is a powermadd blue and grey one there. Can you mount powermadd handgaurds on the other side of the controls where it is just open metal instead of getting around the handwarmer wires and the grips?? I was thinking that it would be easier if I was able to do it this way and it could be reversable. Thanks, Jason 2002 Polaris RMK 700 Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit