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Want a Fusion bad...
- Prices, reliability
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December 28th 2008 at 4:32 PM
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the496rocket
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I am wanting a Polaris fusion real bad, Preferrably a 06 600HO, as I have heard they are the best, I love with the looks of the sled, I currently have a mint 00 XCSP 700, and I just cant get over how nice my dads sabercat rides, night and day as far as suspension, I wouldnt mind an f7, but I still like polaris, besides, my mom, dad, and 2 of our friends have sabercats/f7's, and I want something different. I know right now is not a good time to buy a new sled, but I have my eyes peeled.
Should I steer clear of the 700 fusions? I dont want a 900 at all, I have heard the 700 is good if set up and vented etc... but the 600HO's are the best "start and ride" sleds. Also, it seems like most fusions right now are in the $4000-$5000 range, wondering what I can expect to pick one up for after winter. Please let me know what you guys think.
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December 28th 2008 at 4:37 PM
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MJay
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If you dont want the 900 then you dont want the 700 either. They are both plagued with the same problems. The 600HO however is a strong sled and known to be pretty reliable.
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December 28th 2008 at 4:51 PM
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the496rocket
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Ok, thanks for the reply, Theres an 06 600HO on ebay right now just south of Ft Wayne, IN, would be about a day trip for me (im in grand rapids, MI) It got about 1500 miles on it, I might have to bid on it unless it skyrockets, like I said, wrong time of year to buy a sled...
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December 28th 2008 at 4:55 PM
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myIQ
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Current Sled: 2007 Polaris 600 IQ CFI
2008-2009 Miles: 1000
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i suggest you get an IQ 600 CFI and ride the sled polaris is proud of. you will be able to find good leftover prices too. the 600 fusion is the best fusion out there though
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December 28th 2008 at 5:19 PM
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800storm
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Current Sled: 2005 900 fusion
2008-2009 Miles: 600
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4-5000 is still too much. you should be able to get one for 3500. Go to the fusion owners topic. there you will get honest answers from people who own them
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December 28th 2008 at 8:51 PM
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NothingSoundsLikeATriple
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Member Since: March 5th 2008
Location: Boonies, Michigan, USA
Current Sled: 06' Polaris Fusion 700
2008-2009 Miles: 1800
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Hello,
If I, as a 5'4", 105lbs woman can handle a 700 with supposed steering issues, you can! Both my husband and I have a 2006 700 and it has proven to be a GREAT investment! I heard a LOT of bad things on the 2005's that put a bad rap to the name "fusion" but for the most part by 2006 they did work the bugs out. We did have two (maybe 3) service items/recalls/updates by polaris, which are done, but we personally have had NO issues at all!
The only modifications made to both sleds are 144 studs down the center and I run 6' carbides and my husband runs 8' carbides instead. I love the sled and stearing, overheating, or belt issues they say happen hasn't happened to either of our sleds. Not to say if you got one that didn't do the updates that it couldn't have issues, we just take care of our stuff! I ride this machine like I stole it... it's gotta pay for itself!
I say go for the 700, you won't be disappointed. The 700 is a mean, quick machine... after all you don't want a chic in all pink to beat ya your 600 do you? Just teasing!
I say the price is fair for a NEW one. We picked up ours as left overs during the summer as NEW for $5000/ea (OUT THE DOOR-Included tax, prep etc) and we already have 700 miles on them this year/season (with the stock OEM belt).
I too was between the 600 and 700 when we were buying ONLY because of the widespread issues that I had seen online w/ the 700. I am VERY happy with our decision to go with the 700's!
Playing outdoors with your family creates the memories that last a lifetime!
06 Polaris Fusion 700
97 Polaris Ultra SPX 700
96 Polaris XLT 600
94 Polaris Indy Trail 488
86 Polaris Sprint 340
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December 28th 2008 at 9:07 PM
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gordonchaine
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get an IQ, the fusion just wasn't that great of a sled, many of my friends have/had one, they just don't hold up well unless you spend a lot of money on aftermarket or just slowly trail ride and never get air or hit anything.
3-5 is too much also, a friend got a 06 700 leftover last summer for $4300 new
What's your problem? RUFWM?
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December 28th 2008 at 9:18 PM
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NothingSoundsLikeATriple
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Current Sled: 06' Polaris Fusion 700
2008-2009 Miles: 1800
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Quote originally posted by gordonchaine
get an IQ, the fusion just wasn't that great of a sled, many of my friends have/had one, they just don't hold up well unless you spend a lot of money on aftermarket or just slowly trail ride and never get air or hit anything.
3-5 is too much also, a friend got a 06 700 leftover last summer for $4300 new
4300 out the door or before all those add on's? That was about mine before tax, freight, prep etc...
Playing outdoors with your family creates the memories that last a lifetime!
06 Polaris Fusion 700
97 Polaris Ultra SPX 700
96 Polaris XLT 600
94 Polaris Indy Trail 488
86 Polaris Sprint 340
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December 28th 2008 at 9:23 PM
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gordonchaine
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Quote originally posted by NothingSoundsLikeATriple
Quote originally posted by gordonchaine
get an IQ, the fusion just wasn't that great of a sled, many of my friends have/had one, they just don't hold up well unless you spend a lot of money on aftermarket or just slowly trail ride and never get air or hit anything.
3-5 is too much also, a friend got a 06 700 leftover last summer for $4300 new
4300 out the door or before all those add on's? That was about mine before tax, freight, prep etc...
What add ons? the sled was stock when he bought it
What's your problem? RUFWM?
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December 28th 2008 at 9:25 PM
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NothingSoundsLikeATriple
CC
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24 Posts
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Location: Boonies, Michigan, USA
Current Sled: 06' Polaris Fusion 700
2008-2009 Miles: 1800
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Quote originally posted by gordonchaine
Quote originally posted by NothingSoundsLikeATriple
Quote originally posted by gordonchaine
get an IQ, the fusion just wasn't that great of a sled, many of my friends have/had one, they just don't hold up well unless you spend a lot of money on aftermarket or just slowly trail ride and never get air or hit anything.
3-5 is too much also, a friend got a 06 700 leftover last summer for $4300 new
4300 out the door or before all those add on's? That was about mine before tax, freight, prep etc...
What add ons? the sled was stock when he bought it
I meant all the items like tax, freight, prep etc...
Playing outdoors with your family creates the memories that last a lifetime!
06 Polaris Fusion 700
97 Polaris Ultra SPX 700
96 Polaris XLT 600
94 Polaris Indy Trail 488
86 Polaris Sprint 340
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December 28th 2008 at 9:30 PM
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gordonchaine
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don't know, he just said it was $4300.
What's your problem? RUFWM?
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December 28th 2008 at 9:37 PM
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pdcfusion
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Lets go off first hand knowledge because when it comes down to it we all have "a buddy" "a friend" or a neighbor" that has done it, knows it, or has gotten a deal on it.
I have a 2006 700 fusion and have had none of the issues that everyones "friends" have had. I say go with the 700 if you can find one, you wont be disappointed.
pdcfusion
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December 28th 2008 at 9:44 PM
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gordonchaine
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Quote originally posted by pdcfusion Lets go off first hand knowledge because when it comes down to it we all have "a buddy" "a friend" or a neighbor" that has done it, knows it, or has gotten a deal on it. I have a 2006 700 fusion and have had none of the issues that everyones "friends" have had. I say go with the 700 if you can find one, you wont be disappointed. I have spent hours working on those sleds, been standing next to one while it was broke down and spent more that one late night dragging broke fusions out of the woods. NOW, I'm not bashing the fusion at all. There fast and handle very nice on the trail. I'm happy to hear that people have good luck with there sleds, but I've spent more than a lot of time with wedges, edges, fusions and IQs, the fusions brake the most. And also, I'm saying that fusions aren't good running sleds and if you buy one it's junk and everybody that has one is dumb or anything like that. I'm just saying that the IQ is a better sled. That's why the fusion only made it for three years.
What's your problem? RUFWM?
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December 28th 2008 at 9:53 PM
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pdcfusion
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Quote originally posted by gordonchaine
Quote originally posted by pdcfusion
Lets go off first hand knowledge because when it comes down to it we all have "a buddy" "a friend" or a neighbor" that has done it, knows it, or has gotten a deal on it.
I have a 2006 700 fusion and have had none of the issues that everyones "friends" have had. I say go with the 700 if you can find one, you wont be disappointed.
I have spent hours working on those sleds, been standing next to one while it was broke down and spent more that one late night dragging broke fusions out of the woods. NOW, I'm not bashing the fusion at all and I'm happy to hear that people have good luck with there sleds, but I've spent more than a lot of time with wedges, edges, fusions and IQs, the fusions brake the most.
Sounds like you are a good friend to still ride with those unlucky fusion owners.
pdcfusion
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December 28th 2008 at 10:21 PM
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the496rocket
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I should know what this means... but...
I have read about the "rider forward" position, what exactly does that mean? does it sit more like a motorcycle or something? Less relaxed?
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December 28th 2008 at 10:34 PM
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gordonchaine
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Location: Wilmington, Vermont, USA
Current Sled: 2007 polaris edge xc
2008-2009 Miles: 1200
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Sounds like you are a good friend to still ride with those unlucky fusion owners.
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Did I hurt your feelings, is that why you say hurtful things 
Quote originally posted by the496rocket
I should know what this means... but...
I have read about the "rider forward" position, what exactly does that mean? does it sit more like a motorcycle or something? Less relaxed?
it's when the riders is forward on the sled, like a 600RR or a new yamaha phazer or Ski-doo TNT. as not like a edge or a any older sled.
What's your problem? RUFWM?
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December 28th 2008 at 10:42 PM
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pdcfusion
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Quote originally posted by gordonchaine
Sounds like you are a good friend to still ride with those unlucky fusion owners.
Did I hurt your feelings, is that why you say hurtful things
Son, you dont hurt my feelings I just get tired of hearing of the "my friend" comments on the forums. It is nothing against you personally. 
pdcfusion
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December 28th 2008 at 10:43 PM
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gordonchaine
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Quote originally posted by gordonchaine
Quote originally posted by pdcfusion
Lets go off first hand knowledge because when it comes down to it we all have "a buddy" "a friend" or a neighbor" that has done it, knows it, or has gotten a deal on it.
I have a 2006 700 fusion and have had none of the issues that everyones "friends" have had. I say go with the 700 if you can find one, you wont be disappointed.
I have spent hours working on those sleds, been standing next to one while it was broke down and spent more that one late night dragging broke fusions out of the woods. NOW, I'm not bashing the fusion at all. There fast and handle very nice on the trail. I'm happy to hear that people have good luck with there sleds, but I've spent more than a lot of time with wedges, edges, fusions and IQs, the fusions brake the most.
And also, I'm saying that fusions aren't good running sleds and if you buy one it's junk and everybody that has one is dumb or anything like that. I'm just saying that the IQ is a better sled. That's why the fusion only made it for three years.
Opps, I meant "I'm not saying" my bad 
What's your problem? RUFWM?
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December 28th 2008 at 10:46 PM
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gordonchaine
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Quote originally posted by pdcfusion
Quote originally posted by gordonchaine
Sounds like you are a good friend to still ride with those unlucky fusion owners.
Did I hurt your feelings, is that why you say hurtful things
Son, you dont hurt my feelings I just get tired of hear of the "my friend" comments on the forums. It is nothing against you personally.
I know what your sayin. Just pokin' at ya a little.
What's your problem? RUFWM?
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December 29th 2008 at 3:42 PM
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triple650
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ok well if they have all there recalls done there fine, why dont you want a 900? i have one and i love it but i already blew a belt now i dont know how old it was but it probly doesnt help cuz of the way i ride lol, there good sleds the 900 when it first came out made it a bad rep, but there fine now. a few modifications and there awsum sleds.
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December 29th 2008 at 11:29 PM
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TriumphoverU
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2008-2009 Miles: 600
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I just have one thing to add. the fusions and the iq chassis are the same exact chassis with different plastic over it. yes there may be small differences, but 99% of the chassis itself is the same! Obviously the motors are different, but as far as "getting air" or "hitting something" the fusion and the iq will have the same failures.
Nothingsoundslikeatriple, so the advice I gave you about the 700 fuse turned out to be good advice i take it?
Polaris is my way out - Other people just use a door.
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December 30th 2008 at 10:46 AM
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FireCat59
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My friends did this and my neighbor did that and this guy had this...My god that is so annoying.
I too had an 06 fusion 700 and I beat the living sh** out of it. Loved it, I will have another one next winter. Very powerful and torquey. I had it to 108, and these speedometers are very accurate. I'm 6'0 225 and if it can take what I throw at it then I am sure it can take it from you. I had heat issues with my sled, belt was getting hot and I burned them up pretty good. I put a vent in and an Ultimax belt and I was good. Zero problems from there on out.
The IQ and Fusion are the exact same chassie just different plastics btw gordonchaine. Sounds to me like your friend doesn't take of his sled very well...
"Who cares about triples, I could hit myself in the face with a frying pan and feel just as good as riding 10 miles on xtra 10." hahaha
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December 30th 2008 at 12:10 PM
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polarisorbust
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Quote originally posted by MJay
If you dont want the 900 then you dont want the 700 either. They are both plagued with the same problems. The 600HO however is a strong sled and known to be pretty reliable.
times two 
98 XC700 97.3 mph 1000 ft.
00 XC500SP 45th Anniversary Ed.
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December 30th 2008 at 1:55 PM
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NothingSoundsLikeATriple
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Current Sled: 06' Polaris Fusion 700
2008-2009 Miles: 1800
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Quote originally posted by TriumphoverU
I just have one thing to add. the fusions and the iq chassis are the same exact chassis with different plastic over it. yes there may be small differences, but 99% of the chassis itself is the same! Obviously the motors are different, but as far as "getting air" or "hitting something" the fusion and the iq will have the same failures.
Nothingsoundslikeatriple, so the advice I gave you about the 700 fuse turned out to be good advice i take it?
Yes Triump it was great advice! I am VERY happy with this sled and look forward to many fun filled rides to come... THANKS!
Playing outdoors with your family creates the memories that last a lifetime!
06 Polaris Fusion 700
97 Polaris Ultra SPX 700
96 Polaris XLT 600
94 Polaris Indy Trail 488
86 Polaris Sprint 340
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December 30th 2008 at 4:35 PM
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gordonchaine
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This post is considered "no good" by the community with a rating of -4. View it anyways?
Quote originally posted by TriumphoverU
I just have one thing to add. the fusions and the iq chassis are the same exact chassis with different plastic over it. yes there may be small differences, but 99% of the chassis itself is the same! Obviously the motors are different, but as far as "getting air" or "hitting something" the fusion and the iq will have the same failures.
Nothingsoundslikeatriple, so the advice I gave you about the 700 fuse turned out to be good advice i take it?
The plastic is the problem! the panels don't stay on, and they over heat. Also you say the chassis are the same but fusions don't handle like the IQs and when we build jumps at the same speed the IQs pop better and fly with out falling off to the right. and I know this from experience not from a friend. you get any kind of real air on a fusion, all the panels fall off when you land, a problem that only the fusions seem to have................ the IQ is the same as the fusion but with out all the problems eh?
What's your problem? RUFWM?
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