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1999 Yamaha SX 600 Twin
started by Sled_Newbie
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August 14th 2009 at 10:34 AM
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Sled_Newbie
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28 Posts
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Member Since: December 16th 2008
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I'm looking at picking one of these up to ride this winter. This is my second season and I've never really read much about Yamaha's, but this sled is in pretty good shape and is a really good price. It comes with extra sliders, studded track, extra belt and its got a racing can on it but also comes with stock can.
I'll be parking an 85 formula plus for it so for me its a pretty good upgrade. Just wondering if anyone can tell me anything about the sled like good / bad. My main question is how far will a tank of gas get me? I'm hoping its better than that old ski doo lol. But other than that what's good or isn't about the sled...Any advice is appreciated.
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August 14th 2009 at 10:58 AM
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snowmobil3r94
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16 Posts
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Member Since: August 14th 2009
Location: USA
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A few years about my dad had a 98 or 99 yamaha srx 700 tripple. That sled was so fast. It rode really nice too.
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August 14th 2009 at 11:39 AM
[ Modified August 14th 2009 at 11:40 AM
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SRXSRULE
Junior Member
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472 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: May 15th 2006
Location: Stouffville, Ontario, Canada
Current Sled: 2003 SXViper 700
2008-2009 Miles: 2000
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Not as quick as the tripples, also not as good on fuel as the tripples. 8-12 mpg at best.
However it is the most reliable engine yamaha ever made.
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August 14th 2009 at 11:47 AM
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bcole11
cant wait for winter!!!
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15 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: June 26th 2009
Location: rock falls, illinois, USA
Current Sled: xlt 600 sp
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very reliable snowmobile but the suspention isnt the greatest.
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August 14th 2009 at 12:35 PM
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tughillboy
tughillboy
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213 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 13th 2009
Location: albany, ny, USA
Current Sled: 06 fusion 600
2008-2009 Miles: 1500+
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how many miles does it have and for how much money? they are decent sleds if its a goodd price.
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
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August 14th 2009 at 2:59 PM
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flashgordon
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62 Posts 
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Member Since: November 13th 2008
Location: Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Current Sled: 99 Yamaha VMax 600
2008-2009 Miles: 1200
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I have one and it's a thirsty machine on gas and oil but it pulls pretty good and is very reliable. easy to upgrade the suspension to an extra 10 or a skidoo unit also. I find it hard to find parts when I do need them though.
its fun and I don't think I'll get rid of mine even when I get a new one.
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August 14th 2009 at 5:10 PM
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Sled_Newbie
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28 Posts
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Member Since: December 16th 2008
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Has about 2700 miles on it. Overall its in really good shape. He wanted 1600 for it but since its a friend he said 1200...That's Canadian btw. The thing I'm most concerned with is fuel mileage which sounds like its not very good...But it has to be better than the formula plus I was riding. Also, they seem to be reliable from everything I've read so that's a plus.
Hey Flash, what's your top speed on it? And how much is it to fill the tank / how far will it take you?
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August 14th 2009 at 5:13 PM
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tughillboy
tughillboy
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213 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 13th 2009
Location: albany, ny, USA
Current Sled: 06 fusion 600
2008-2009 Miles: 1500+
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Quote originally posted by Sled_Newbie
Has about 2700 miles on it. Overall its in really good shape. He wanted 1600 for it but since its a friend he said 1200...That's Canadian btw. The thing I'm most concerned with is fuel mileage which sounds like its not very good...But it has to be better than the formula plus I was riding. Also, they seem to be reliable from everything I've read so that's a plus.
Hey Flash, what's your top speed on it? And how much is it to fill the tank / how far will it take you?
ya thats a good deal
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
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August 14th 2009 at 6:04 PM
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srx_600
www.snowmobilehotspots.com
srx_600 if its gonna be this warm i would rather have it be summer...
Updated Thursday at 8:28 PM
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2295 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: April 29th 2007
Location: South Dakota, USA
Current Sled: 2003 RMK 700 151
2008-2009 Miles: 1200
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I wouldnt worry about the gas mileage, you should be fine. Sounds like a good deal for being a canadian sled. Engine is bullet proof but suspension isnt the best but it sounds like too good of a deal to pass up. Id say go for it.
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August 14th 2009 at 7:11 PM
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Mad-Boondocker
Only way to take on FEAR is to take it head on
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751 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: February 19th 2009
Location: East Otto, NY, USA
Current Sled: 98 Polaris Indy 500 Mod
2008-2009 Miles: 185
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yeah the suspension is kind of rough other than that a 600 is a very good engine to have
1998 Polaris Indy 500 chassis with 98 Xc 600 motor
SLP ceramic coated pipe with SLP can
V-force reeds
4 inch pivot riser
Gutted Air Box
EPI clutch kit soon to be installed
Maybe some pro tapers
1998 XC 700 water-cross sled
SLP twin pipes
Some light weight parts
Water-cross mods include taking the parts u do not need
This includes removing the seat replacing gas tank and IFS bars.
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August 14th 2009 at 9:35 PM
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Sled_Newbie
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28 Posts
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Member Since: December 16th 2008
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Right on guys I think I'm gonna go ahead with it. The rough suspension won't bother me too much...I'm only 23 so I think I can take a beating for a while yet.
Any word on the top speed of the sled? I'm guessing around 80 - 90 MPH
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August 14th 2009 at 9:51 PM
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Mad-Boondocker
Only way to take on FEAR is to take it head on
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751 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 19th 2009
Location: East Otto, NY, USA
Current Sled: 98 Polaris Indy 500 Mod
2008-2009 Miles: 185
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You put a clutch kit on it expect to reach close to 100 mph probably u can reach 100 on a lake or a big groomed field
1998 Polaris Indy 500 chassis with 98 Xc 600 motor
SLP ceramic coated pipe with SLP can
V-force reeds
4 inch pivot riser
Gutted Air Box
EPI clutch kit soon to be installed
Maybe some pro tapers
1998 XC 700 water-cross sled
SLP twin pipes
Some light weight parts
Water-cross mods include taking the parts u do not need
This includes removing the seat replacing gas tank and IFS bars.
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August 16th 2009 at 4:22 PM
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SRXSRULE
Junior Member
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472 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: May 15th 2006
Location: Stouffville, Ontario, Canada
Current Sled: 2003 SXViper 700
2008-2009 Miles: 2000
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Forsure it will do 90 mph, Might see 100 on a good day depending on how well it runs.
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August 19th 2009 at 8:24 PM
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teamarctic14
i have a go sled not a show sled
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312 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 10th 2009
Location: north lawrence, ny, USA
Current Sled: 2000 zrt 600
2008-2009 Miles: 389
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it would be nice if you could snag a few pics
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August 20th 2009 at 4:12 PM
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flashgordon
New Member
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62 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 13th 2008
Location: Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Current Sled: 99 Yamaha VMax 600
2008-2009 Miles: 1200
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I've been having clutch setting issues with mine so I can't say top speed for sure but once I'm done tweaking it I'm hoping for close 100 mph.
A tank of gas is maybe $22 to 26 bucks and I can get lots of foolin around with that. never really tried watchin the km go by cuz I usually head for the deep snow and play. 1200 is a good deal and you should snap it up as long as the machine is okay.
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