Yamaha Apex GT or RS Vector GT? - Which ski? started by karenski
	October 15th 2009 at 10:28 PM Post #1
	karenski Starting Member 1 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 15th 2009
	Okay, so today I took my first visit to a snowmobile dealer and now am looking at a Yamaha rather than a SkiDoo. I am a SeaDoo rider on the water in the summer so, of course, I had a preference for the Bombardier, however, after checking them out side by side I am now leaning toward the Yamaha. Any comments from riders of both out there? And I am looking at the Apex GT but probably don't need that much speed. My ego, however, likes the idea of being able to be one of the fastest in the pack. Should I get the RS Vector GT or stick to the Apex GT? Oh, and what about the LTX vs the straight GT? My brother in law says no one rides the LTX but I do like a more comfortable ride. Is there that much difference in the LTX? Rating: 0 Quick Edit Edit Topic

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	October 16th 2009 at 5:29 PM Post #2
	SRXSRULE Junior Member 472 Posts Group: Members Member Since: May 15th 2006 Location: Stouffville, Ontario, Canada Current Sled: 2003 SXViper 700 2008-2009 Miles: 2000
	Well I don't know where you live but in Canada there is no longer a Base Model Vector for 2010. The differences between the Vector GT and Vector LTX GT is that the LTX has a 136" track instead of the 121" on the regular GT. The LTX will bridge the small "studder" bumps better than the Base GT because of its longer skid. I couldn't tell you how either one of them ride because I haven't ridden either one but I can tell you its more of a personal choice kind of thing. As far as the choice between the Apex and the Vector, it is also a personal choice. If you want to have the fastest Yamaha, get the apex. If you don't mind being a little bit slower then the Apex, get the Vector. With EFI in the vector this year, I think the Vector is probably the best bang for buck Yamaha. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 16th 2009 at 5:48 PM  [ Modified October 16th 2009 at 5:49 PM ] Post #3
	SXMTX Junior Member 123 Posts Group: Members Member Since: June 28th 2009 Location: houlton, WI, USA Current Sled: Sx convert to mm 2008-2009 Miles: 649
	Well if your a big trail rider i would get the ltx it has a nicer ride. Vector is nice to has 140 hp apex has 150 so i dont think you would feel that much difference in the two. Oh and what your brother in law said about no one riding ltx a lot of people ive noticed have it. 1999 sx 600 MM suspension cobra windshield challenger 141 track bender race can slp skis,billet gas cap,billet recoil handle. Big bore kit from hauck 160 horses Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 17th 2009 at 6:40 AM Post #4
	radianguy Advanced Member 1489 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 22nd 2004 Location: Corner Brook,Newfoundland, Canada Current Sled: 09 FX Nytro XTX 2008-2009 Miles: 2500
	Quote originally posted by SXMTX Well if your a big trail rider i would get the ltx it has a nicer ride. Vector is nice to has 140 hp apex has 150 so i dont think you would feel that much difference in the two. Oh and what your brother in law said about no one riding ltx a lot of people ive noticed have it. Vector is quoted as having 126hp from yamaha. The carbed Vector was 120hp, the new EFI mill has a little more and gets better mpg. Personally I would buy the Vector over the Apex, actually I did in 2008. For me, the lighter handling, better fuel economy of the Vector won me over. You need to decide what you want/need. www.westernsnoriders.ca 09 Yamaha FX Nytro XTX 08 Yamaha Vector LTX GT 08 Yamaha WR 250R 08 Toyota Tundra SR5 Double Cab 5.7L 03 Yamaha YZF 600R Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 18th 2009 at 4:43 PM Post #5
	SRXSRULE Junior Member 472 Posts Group: Members Member Since: May 15th 2006 Location: Stouffville, Ontario, Canada Current Sled: 2003 SXViper 700 2008-2009 Miles: 2000
	If I were to buy a new sled this year I think I would go with the vector ltx, I think the Apex is overpriced. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	October 24th 2009 at 4:34 PM Post #6
	EMTP579 Trail Medic 365 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 10th 2008 Location: Vestal, NY, USA Current Sled: 2009 Yamaha Apex 2008-2009 Miles: 1600
	I just got a 2009 leftover APEX. It looks like a great sled and had a nice rebate associated with it. Highly recommended by friends. Ride safe and sober! Make every ride a round trip. Upstate NY guys - join a fun local board - Twin Teir Sleddin': www.twintiersleddin.proboards76.com NY GIANTS - 2008 Super Bowl Champions! Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit