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New to snowmobiling
started by RCR0729
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November 4th 2009 at 12:24 PM
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RCR0729
Starting Member
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4 Posts
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Member Since: November 4th 2009
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Hello,
I have always been interested in snowmobiling and was wondering if you guys could answer a couple of questions. I have been looking at a 2002 Polaris xc 700. If I were to get this would it be too much for me as a beginner or would I be fine with it. Also what should I look for in a snowmobile that would be areas of interest to make sure it is in good order. Also, We have a trail right down from our new lakehome, would it be mess up the carbides and track if it were ridden on a road? Would it be better to trailer it over there? Thanks for the time and sorry if any of the questions may seem stupid. I just wanna get this right.
Thanks
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November 4th 2009 at 12:34 PM
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skidooguymxz550
has been mxz 600 for a year
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173 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: August 15th 2006
Location: madison wisconsin, USA
Current Sled: 06 mxz 600hosdi
2008-2009 Miles: .00001
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how far done the road cause asphalts bad on everything. ride the ditch instead maybe?
How old are you? a 700 wouldnt be bad if you are responsible and can control your thumb
06 mxz 600 ho sdi
06 outlaw 500
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November 4th 2009 at 12:41 PM
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RCR0729
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Thanks for your response. I am 26 y/o about 6 feet tall.
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November 4th 2009 at 12:43 PM
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FDR_7
09SHIFT
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131 Posts
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Member Since: September 19th 2006
Location: Two Harbors, MN, USA
Current Sled: 09 polaris IQ shift
2008-2009 Miles: 1500
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your good then with the sled. how far is the road
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November 4th 2009 at 12:48 PM
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RCR0729
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I would say I am about 1 mile from the trail......
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November 4th 2009 at 1:00 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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are there ditches on the side of the road?
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November 4th 2009 at 1:00 PM
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RCR0729
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November 4th 2009 at 1:11 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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so just cross the road and ride the ditches. going across the road wont hurt any thing over time your carbides will get wore down tho
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November 4th 2009 at 1:12 PM
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XLT96rider
Other sports play once a week, but this sport is with us every day.
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953 Posts 
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Member Since: January 7th 2009
Location: Wausau, Wisconsin, USA
Current Sled: 1996 Polaris XLT Special
2008-2009 Miles: 1000+
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If I go south on the trails from my house, I have to run about 1.5 miles of side road and ditch mix. Try to stick with ditches if possible. Just don't tear up anybody's blacktop driveway if there's any.
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November 4th 2009 at 1:35 PM
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Ugly_old_Poo_kid
techno-bumpkin
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1106 Posts 
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Member Since: March 18th 2007
Location: Walworth, NY, USA
Current Sled: 05 Edge & Frankenstorm II
2008-2009 Miles: 165
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Ride the plow piles, they pack down pretty well.
95 - Storm 800 - Modded - AKA: FrankenStorm - Totalled near 100mph at Tug Hill!
96 - XLT/SP with Storm 800 trip/trip and now EFI - FrankenStorm II lives...
95 - RXL -- Sale Pending --
05 - Edge 800 long track - Stayin' stock for now..
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It made me more compassionate, more empathetic, more nurturing...
I FEEL LIKE I'M TRAPPED IN MY OWN WORST NIGHTMARE!!!
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November 4th 2009 at 1:45 PM
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03Pro-X700
Senior Member
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2420 Posts 
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Member Since: December 13th 2003
Location: Wisconsin, USA
Current Sled: 2003 Pro-X 700 144"
2008-2009 Miles: 860
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Once you get some good experience riding and are ready to bring out the hidden power in those 700s let me know. Just some simple clutch work, jetting and traction will make a world of difference. BTW, that is a very nice sled to begin on. It handles well, is reliable, fairly quick in stock form, and rides well. Go for it.
2003 pro-x 700;
TracksUSA 144" tip-up rail extensions
1.25 camoplast predator /120 1.40' extreme max SS studs
VanAmburg tunnel extension
SLP Powder-Pro skis, Powder-Coated suspension
Holtzman tempaflow-420 main jets
10-64g weights w/ round almond spring
24/42 gearing, gutted airbox, PERC, torque arm
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November 4th 2009 at 2:49 PM
[ Modified November 4th 2009 at 2:51 PM
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kingofkings
argueing with idiots
kingofkings .
Updated Friday at 6:33 AM
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720 Posts
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Member Since: August 19th 2008
Location: Little Falls, MN, USA
Current Sled: 1998 ZL 500
2008-2009 Miles: 700+
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Check carbides, slides, suspension, track(any tears or torn off lugs), belly pan, compression(should be at around 120psi, no lower than 100)
if you do get it, make sure to fill up the grease fittings.
Also, with the 700, locate the brake lever before pressing the throttle.
If the trail is not too far then no trailer is neccesary but it would be wise to stay in the ditch if possible.
Welcome to snowmobiling, hope you have fun and lots of snow,
I might have missed some stuff to check but I'm sure someone will fill the rest in:)
-To ride or not to ride, what a stupid question!
-You should never judge a guy until you have walked a mile in his shoes, then you are a mile away and have his shoes
-Ice, snow, or grass, I'll still kick your ass.
-"And when he gets to Heaven, to St. Peter he will tell, one more soldier reporting Sir I have served my time in Hell"
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November 4th 2009 at 2:57 PM
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sledcrusher
Junior Member
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392 Posts
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Member Since: August 10th 2009
Location: Maine, USA
Current Sled: 2003 Rev 600
2008-2009 Miles: 1400
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Snowmobiling is one of those sports that once you do it for little, your absolutely hooked, and you get better at riding all the time. Every time you go out, you will gain experience. Whether you want to trail ride, jump, race, ditch bang, hillclimb, or whatever, it's all fun.
XC 700's are nice sleds. Reliable and tough.
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