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09 Polaris 550 Iq Shift. Is it worth my buy?
started by Mrpipps45
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:32 PM
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Mrpipps45
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Mrpipps45 Snow forcasted for Thanksgiving day in Michigan, Cold front coming in. Nothern michigan always sees the most of it. But still : ) awesome.
Updated Yesterday at 8:18 AM
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Location: Reese, MI, USA
Current Sled: 2003 Polaris Pro X 800
2008-2009 Miles: 458
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I have a 99 500 xcsp, and ive been debating on getting a newer 09 550 iq shift. It was a preowned sled with like 700 miles on it. Would it be worth my time and money to purchase it? Ive heard excellent things about the sled as a whole. But i just wanted some further input before i spend the cash..
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:40 PM
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FDR_7
09SHIFT
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Location: Two Harbors, MN, USA
Current Sled: 09 polaris IQ shift
2008-2009 Miles: 1500
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I have one! I love it. no matter what people say its an awesome sled even tho it is fan cooled! how much are they trying to sell it for?
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:41 PM
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Mrpipps45
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Mrpipps45 Snow forcasted for Thanksgiving day in Michigan, Cold front coming in. Nothern michigan always sees the most of it. But still : ) awesome.
Updated Yesterday at 8:18 AM
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39 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 8th 2007
Location: Reese, MI, USA
Current Sled: 2003 Polaris Pro X 800
2008-2009 Miles: 458
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4699, but again its though a dealer. i dont know if that is good or not? I guess if i knew the value it would help to
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:46 PM
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constantiarider91
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Location: constantia, new york, USA
Current Sled: 2001 xc sp 800
2008-2009 Miles: 4200 miles
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Quote originally posted by Mrpipps45
I have a 99 500 xcsp, and ive been debating on getting a newer 09 550 iq shift. It was a preowned sled with like 700 miles on it. Would it be worth my time and money to purchase it? Ive heard excellent things about the sled as a whole. But i just wanted some further input before i spend the cash..
i think ud be disappointed with it becuase ull go like 20 mph slower and u wont have the top end and all that good stuff u get outta the liquid
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:47 PM
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FDR_7
09SHIFT
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131 Posts
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Current Sled: 09 polaris IQ shift
2008-2009 Miles: 1500
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well kelly blue book says its only worth 4000... but i think i would pay 4699.. it is a really great sled. just say you will pay 4699 with all the taxes and license fees. if you want to know any thing about this sled just ask i will be completly honest Quote originally posted by constantiarider91
Quote originally posted by Mrpipps45
I have a 99 500 xcsp, and ive been debating on getting a newer 09 550 iq shift. It was a preowned sled with like 700 miles on it. Would it be worth my time and money to purchase it? Ive heard excellent things about the sled as a whole. But i just wanted some further input before i spend the cash..
i think ud be disappointed with it becuase ull go like 20 mph slower and u wont have the top end and all that good stuff u get outta the liquid
well i can get mine up to 95 (speedo) and i weigh 240 so they are not slow
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:50 PM
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sledfreak139
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Current Sled: 05 Polaris Switchback 600
2008-2009 Miles: 400
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new sleds are nice to have, less problems theoretically, warrentees, etc. The sled may be fun for a trail, but a 550 fan is a hell of a lot slower than a 500 liquid. If you like the performance of your sled, you will be disapointed with this sled. You'll probably still love the features of the sled and how it handles but be disapointed when you pin it out of a tight bend on the trail.
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:50 PM
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barney
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Your XCSP is a lot faster. You will be dissapointed if you get a fanner after you were on a liquid.
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:52 PM
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Mrpipps45
Starting Member
Mrpipps45 Snow forcasted for Thanksgiving day in Michigan, Cold front coming in. Nothern michigan always sees the most of it. But still : ) awesome.
Updated Yesterday at 8:18 AM
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39 Posts
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Member Since: November 8th 2007
Location: Reese, MI, USA
Current Sled: 2003 Polaris Pro X 800
2008-2009 Miles: 458
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Well from what i hear from the performance on your 550 iq i wouldnt really be too disappointed. I mean im not a ram on the throttle 24/7 down the trails type of guy. Ive never liked doing that. Sure i love to go fast but i also like to break trail when i actually do go riding Up state.
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:52 PM
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xcr440
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xcr440 is drinking high lifes polishing the sleds. Who wants to help....
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does the iq 550 have the very lean half throttle burn downs that the older 550's suffered???
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:53 PM
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Mrpipps45
Starting Member
Mrpipps45 Snow forcasted for Thanksgiving day in Michigan, Cold front coming in. Nothern michigan always sees the most of it. But still : ) awesome.
Updated Yesterday at 8:18 AM
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39 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 8th 2007
Location: Reese, MI, USA
Current Sled: 2003 Polaris Pro X 800
2008-2009 Miles: 458
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Hmmm i guess its a hard decision really to make Quote originally posted by xcr440
does the iq 550 have the very lean half throttle burn downs that the older 550's suffered???
I wouldnt know offhand :/ im kinda just fishing for the info
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November 3rd 2009 at 7:56 PM
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FDR_7
09SHIFT
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131 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 19th 2006
Location: Two Harbors, MN, USA
Current Sled: 09 polaris IQ shift
2008-2009 Miles: 1500
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Quote originally posted by Mrpipps45
Well from what i hear from the performance on your 550 iq i wouldnt really be too disappointed. I mean im not a ram on the throttle 24/7 down the trails type of guy. Ive never liked doing that. Sure i love to go fast but i also like to break trail when i actually do go riding Up state.
the 550 will stand on end if you pin it from a dead stop! i ride in alot of powder and i have not ever been disapointed. my cousin has a 600 xcr and i always beat him off the line in a wheelie! haha
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November 3rd 2009 at 8:02 PM
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Mrpipps45
Starting Member
Mrpipps45 Snow forcasted for Thanksgiving day in Michigan, Cold front coming in. Nothern michigan always sees the most of it. But still : ) awesome.
Updated Yesterday at 8:18 AM
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39 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 8th 2007
Location: Reese, MI, USA
Current Sled: 2003 Polaris Pro X 800
2008-2009 Miles: 458
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Yahhh all the reviews i read were pretty positive sounding. But then again their not comparing it to anyother sleds really
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November 3rd 2009 at 8:11 PM
[ Modified November 3rd 2009 at 8:15 PM
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FastPolaris
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my bro just paid 4500$ for a used 2007 iq 600 with 900 miles. i don't know if that is such a good deal. this older iq will out perform that newer shift every time. if you take the time you can find a deal on a good used sled. they are out there this time of the year and they're usally hiding.
ride hard, you can rest when you die
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November 3rd 2009 at 8:18 PM
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Mrpipps45
Starting Member
Mrpipps45 Snow forcasted for Thanksgiving day in Michigan, Cold front coming in. Nothern michigan always sees the most of it. But still : ) awesome.
Updated Yesterday at 8:18 AM
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39 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 8th 2007
Location: Reese, MI, USA
Current Sled: 2003 Polaris Pro X 800
2008-2009 Miles: 458
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yahh. i will just have to keep my eyes open to see what else i can find
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November 3rd 2009 at 10:10 PM
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shady800x
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shady800x -20 degree weather...land is getting ready for snow!
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Current Sled: '03 Edge-X 800
2008-2009 Miles: not sure
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buy the snowmachine and swap engines lol. you will be disappointed. tried one out. that chassis would feel alot better if it had more power under the hood. say like 600 or better. pref. the 600.
2003 Edge-X 800
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November 4th 2009 at 4:32 PM
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ClassicCat76
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ClassicCat76 Sled day!
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Well I have never ridden one, but let me just say that all the sled mags I read say that it is a good value, has good power, and because its a fun aimple and light. I think that you will like the fan, I don't think it'd be astronomically slower than your current sled, if at all. Plus the IQ chassis should be better handling I believe. Judging by how you described how you ride, sounds like a theoretical good fit. That's my .02 from a person that has never ridden one but just thought I'd throw it out there.
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Do what you can with what you got.
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November 5th 2009 at 9:26 AM
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ridingthe600edge
sleds are all polished up and waiting for snow!!!
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i had a 07 550 supersport!!!pig in my opinion, great handling no speed! for a few extra bucks you can pick up a 09 600 iq shift, like i did, awesome sled, handling speed ride just all around great sled and you can really "tweek" them up! good luck on whatever you buy! as long as your riding and happy with what YOU bought who cares what others say
2001 600 edge X almond spring on primary with 60gm wieghts, s&s rumble pack, gutted air box 6" woodys doolys carbides,196 woodys 1 1/4" studs
2009 600 IQ shift all stock still a virgin!! not for much longer
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