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Sled for girlfriend
started by grblackwood
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March 19th 2008 at 9:53 AM
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grblackwood
He's lovin it
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426 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: February 4th 2007
Location: Gander, NL, Canada
Current Sled: 2006 Firecat
2008-2009 Miles: 680
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Looking to buy a sled for the girlfriend. I figure this time of year might be able to get a deal on one. She's really small like 5.1" 110lbs and i'm looking for something she can handle. I'm only interested in a cat or a yamaha. Any suggestions? I have no interest in a bravo or anything that small. Thanks
2006 Firecat .. 6" riser, flyscreen, light blackouts, orange light covers, orange ski tips, Rumble pack, cycra handguards, powder strap, orange recoil handle.
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March 19th 2008 at 9:57 AM
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thecatman
Team Redline
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135 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 18th 2006
Current Sled: 2005 MXZX 440/600 t
2008-2009 Miles: 4557.2
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z 570, z440 maybye a sabercat 500 or something. Even a yami phazer
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March 19th 2008 at 10:04 AM
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sno700
Screw the yankees
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531 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: February 6th 2008
Location: Redwood Falls, MN
Current Sled: 03 Edge X 700
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I got a good deal on 99 ZL 600. My girlfriend, 15 yr old daughter, and my 11 year old son ride it. Its a very dependable fun sled for them plus its got enough power when you need it like keeping up with me the straight aways.
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March 19th 2008 at 10:04 AM
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Revegade
Clothing Optional
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614 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 12th 2006
Location: Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA
Current Sled: '06 mxz renegade
2008-2009 Miles: 1000+
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id say a sabercat. i was gonna get my wife one when we were just dating then i had a briliant idea of gettin her a zr 900 instead.. the zr hadles well for her and isnt all that bad of a ride,(i got a great deal on it and couldnt resist)
with the zr i have to get her bar risers soon cause she dont like sittin through the whoops,the 4 inch just aint enough, shes like 4'11"..
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March 19th 2008 at 10:04 AM
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Bear1
Average Member
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645 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: March 16th 2007
Location: Mukwonago, WI, USA
Current Sled: 1990 Indy 500
2008-2009 Miles: 207
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I've heard good things about the Phazer and you can do upgrades on it as her skill level inproves.
(That would be the 4 stroke Phazer)
ENDEAVOR to PERSEVERE!
And then declare war on somebody.
Off Road Toys
1990 Indy 500
Added Xtra-10
1" Kimpex
1972 Skiroule RT440
1972 SkiDoo Oly 399's (2)
1996 Yamaha Wolverine
1979 Yamaha TT-500
Other Toys
1979 Yamaha SR500
1983 Yamaha Vision
The rest
1974 BMW R/90
1989 Yamaha FJ1100
1990 Izuzu Amigo(White)
1992 Izuzu Amigo(Black)
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March 19th 2008 at 10:07 AM
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03Pro-X700
Senior Member
03Pro-X700 wants to get rid of my cdi, tach, wiring harness, and old cover. PM if interested.
Updated Last Sunday at 11:26 PM
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2414 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: December 13th 2003
Location: Wisconsin, USA
Current Sled: 2003 Pro-X 700 144"
2008-2009 Miles: 860
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like stated above, a sabercat 500 or z440 or 570 would be great. I'd opt for the newer technology in the sabercat. Its liquid, has a more rider forward chassis, and the suspension will be much better for trail riding. For yamaha, you could get her an older phazer or an sxr 500 or v-max. If i had to pick one, i'd say go cat since they have a better trail sled than yamaha does and plus, you already have a cat too!
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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March 19th 2008 at 10:14 AM
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MJay
Sledaholic
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6184 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: March 16th 2004
Location: Goose Bay, Newfoundland, Canada
Current Sled: 2006 Arctic Cat M7
2008-2009 Miles: 450
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I bought my gf a 97 Indy Sport 440 at the beginning of this season. She can easily pull start it and once I put plastic skis on it she could handle it with ease. Light throttle pull and it has a 133" track so it handles the bumps really well. It also doesnt have crazy acceleration so she doesnt get scared if she pushes the throttle too hard. She tipped it over last week while trying to sidehill onto a snowbank and she nearly died laughing. Great sled for a beginner and the price wont drop any further than what I paid for it.
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March 19th 2008 at 10:20 AM
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Xx08BRAAAPPP22xX
Loving the pro-x!!!
Xx08BRAAAPPP22xX nights are getting nice and cold but now it's got to stay like that through out the whole day on into December!
Updated Tuesday at 4:59 PM
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6669 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: January 20th 2005
Location: Taberg, New York, USA
Current Sled: 04 Pro-X 600
2008-2009 Miles: 1,960
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My girlfriend has a 1997 Polaris Indy Lite 340cc and she can start it without me and handle it well now I just have to get her on the trials with it she should have no problem.
Polaris Pro-X=Sledgehammer, and every bit as tough as one!
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"There might be a foot of ice but there is 400ft of water, let me take my helmet off so I can swim." -ACM
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March 19th 2008 at 10:28 AM
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Phazer would be a good sled to start on. Starting would be no issue, just turn the key.
08 800 Dragon 155
-Fox floats up front
-Tri city bumper
-8" MMP riser
-Snow eliminators
-Tons of SLP vents
-Custom honey comb paint job
"DUDE TRUST ME I AM NOT THINKING ABOUT BUYING ONE OF THE DISGUSTING VOMIT CYCLES OF PUTRID DEATH STENCH OF DOOM".
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March 19th 2008 at 10:38 AM
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den_clem
New Member
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80 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: November 17th 2003
Location: Out in the boonies, Eastern Ontario, Canada
Current Sled: RS Vector 08
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If you like Yamies stay away from the Vectors and up. They are very heavy beasts and a small person like her would have a real hard time handling one. I ride a new Vector and because of the record snowfalls we've had this year it's all I can handle and then some. I'm 5'10" 160 lbs and I've been sledding for a long time
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March 19th 2008 at 11:46 AM
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WY_rider
WY_rider just snochecked a 2010 M8 sno pro 153
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2010 Arctic cat snopro 153
2005 M7 153. -Wifes sled
2002 Polaris built 800 turbo. Not a thing is stock.
2003 RMK 800 edge
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March 19th 2008 at 1:49 PM
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01-03 Z440 Sno Pro. great all around sled. I bought one for my Girlfriend and she loves it, so do my other friends that ride it when she doesnt come with. Before the 440 I had a 99 Formula Z583 She rode it but never liked it. It was a tank and didnt handle half as good as the Z440. Now she will go sledding with me anytime.
Plus its a race sled wich makes it cool.
I also bought my X Gf a sabercat lx 500 and she loved that coming off a 99 ZL 500. After we broke up I sold it. I dont recommend spending that much unless your married.
03 ZR Sno Pro with A 500cc motor w/ many mods
01 440 Sno Pro
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March 19th 2008 at 2:06 PM
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grblackwood
He's lovin it
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426 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 4th 2007
Location: Gander, NL, Canada
Current Sled: 2006 Firecat
2008-2009 Miles: 680
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We've been together for 8 years, living together now. So i'm worried about dropping a few bucks. Thanks for the comments and suggestions. Just seen an add in the buy&sell for a z370. Maybe it might be a good sled to pick up??? its a 2000 model and they're asking $2200.
2006 Firecat .. 6" riser, flyscreen, light blackouts, orange light covers, orange ski tips, Rumble pack, cycra handguards, powder strap, orange recoil handle.
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March 19th 2008 at 2:12 PM
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Bear1
Average Member
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645 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: March 16th 2007
Location: Mukwonago, WI, USA
Current Sled: 1990 Indy 500
2008-2009 Miles: 207
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To Quote AC..
"I also bought my X Gf a sabercat lx 500 and she loved that coming off a 99 ZL 500. After we broke up I sold it. I dont recommend spending that much unless your married."
Wise words from a wisw man.. 
ENDEAVOR to PERSEVERE!
And then declare war on somebody.
Off Road Toys
1990 Indy 500
Added Xtra-10
1" Kimpex
1972 Skiroule RT440
1972 SkiDoo Oly 399's (2)
1996 Yamaha Wolverine
1979 Yamaha TT-500
Other Toys
1979 Yamaha SR500
1983 Yamaha Vision
The rest
1974 BMW R/90
1989 Yamaha FJ1100
1990 Izuzu Amigo(White)
1992 Izuzu Amigo(Black)
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March 19th 2008 at 2:15 PM
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Sledneck26
SnoWhore
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1659 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: July 6th 2007
Location: Mountain Land, B.C., Canada
Current Sled: 2007 Summit X 800R
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im thinking around the lines of a 2009 M1000 162" with all the goodies. should be a god fit.
2007 Summit X 800R 151"
Boss Highrise
Offset Axel
Clutched
PARTING OUT!
2000 Summit 700 Highmark 159"
Mountain Fit hood
SPI Pistons
Mount Machines Freedom Offset Axel 8"
Hymark Roller Secondary
Camo Challenger 159"
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March 19th 2008 at 2:17 PM
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skidoochicmxz440
Itty Bitty Can-Cans
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1379 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 11th 2003
Location: Merrifield, MN, USA
Current Sled: She's a Mutt
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I've been pretty happy riding the new phazer..
The yammies are a lil heavy, I've tipped it over a few times and its a biatch to get back upright..I weigh about 120 and just under 5'8". Other than that the power is good, accelerates just fine. I don't know what your looking for track size..or just doing trail riding. Other than that I've ridden doo's my whole life, started on a 440, to a 600, 800...I think an 06' 440 would be just fine for her..not a lot of power but just enough. I've heard a lot of issues with the XPs, but hopefully they'll be alright next year. Rev's are light and are pretty stable..to me, you couldn't go wrong with them.
It is not the length of life, but depth of life.
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March 19th 2008 at 2:50 PM
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Um I was with my X for guess how many Years????? 8 yrs. and we basically lived together also.
Besides I have more fun on the superduper light Z440 anyways. Feels like it has more power than the Sabercat.
If you get the 370 she will never be able to keep up even if she was as good a rider as you are, and youll be looking for a new sled really soon. 370 is a kids sled. any one would be happy with the 440. My buddie that rides mine had a 97 ZR 700 and swears the 440 feels way faster and handles 20X better.
03 ZR Sno Pro with A 500cc motor w/ many mods
01 440 Sno Pro
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March 19th 2008 at 3:20 PM
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xtralettucetomatoe580
Tan Berets lead the way
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2419 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: October 4th 2005
Location: Hunter Army Airfield, GA, USA
Current Sled: C17, C130, UH, CH, Lil's
2008-2009 Miles: 950
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Why dont you give her your f5 and go buy yourself something nicer. I think there is a man law somewhere about trading up and still keeping the women folk in your life happy.
Its a joke!
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March 19th 2008 at 4:03 PM
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ski-doo2
Starting Member
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30 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: March 11th 2008
Location: Lynn, MA, USA
Current Sled: 2004 gsx 500ss sport
2008-2009 Miles: 1000
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go with the Phazer or the cat 570
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March 19th 2008 at 4:27 PM
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MJay
Sledaholic
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6184 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: March 16th 2004
Location: Goose Bay, Newfoundland, Canada
Current Sled: 2006 Arctic Cat M7
2008-2009 Miles: 450
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I think the 370 would be a great starter sled. It wont scare her and itll get her use to riding. Itll do 90-100km/h easily and thats plenty fast. And once shes comfortable you could sell it for the same price and upgrade to something bigger. 2200 seems like a great price for NF.
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March 19th 2008 at 5:03 PM
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Dekk85
Advanced Member
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1245 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 28th 2008
Location: Hawarden, Iowa, USA
Current Sled: 2003 Polaris RMK 600
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I had a guy buy my 01 Polaris XC 500 this year for his girlfriend.
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March 19th 2008 at 5:07 PM
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grblackwood
He's lovin it
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426 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 4th 2007
Location: Gander, NL, Canada
Current Sled: 2006 Firecat
2008-2009 Miles: 680
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I'm not giving her the f5, i love it. Plus she has tried it and is afraid of it. The f5 has to rev very high (5000rpm) just to engage. To her is scary and she doesn't like it. I'm thinking i wouldn't go any bigger then a 440 fan, that be plenty of power for her and very reliable.
2006 Firecat .. 6" riser, flyscreen, light blackouts, orange light covers, orange ski tips, Rumble pack, cycra handguards, powder strap, orange recoil handle.
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