Polaris 900s - is this the truth??? started by catattack
	January 8th 2009 at 10:39 AM Post #1
	catattack Starting Member 18 Posts Group: Members Member Since: December 3rd 2008
	Looking at picking up a 2006 RMK 900. Someone told me however, that in '05 and '06 the 900s had some major flaws with the motors, and it would require a decent amount of work and money to get the thing to run properly. They couldn't seem to tell me exactly what it was though. Herd it from a friend of a friend type of deal. Anybody actually know? Thanks. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Edit Topic

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	January 8th 2009 at 11:25 AM Post #2
	sledneck1978 HAIL CHASER 2143 Posts Group: Members Member Since: August 9th 2007 Location: Andover, MN 2008-2009 Miles: 875
	It wouldn't cost you anything. All of the flaws the 900's had would be taken care of by polaris. Once they are fixed however, they still aren't the greatest. Turning and vibration and a few other issues still need attention. New spindles and skis would take care of the steering. I know this because I have a friend who replaced his spindles with an SLP kit and put 08' skis on his. Steers great now. The vibration is something you'd have to get used to. "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take" (Wayne Gretzky) "Not everyone gets off to a great start, but you have to start to be great" (Zig Zigler) Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 8th 2009 at 12:02 PM Post #3
	xcr440 Sundowners Trail Coordinator xcr440 is drinking high lifes polishing the sleds. Who wants to help.... Updated Over 2 hours ago 12580 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 1st 2003 Location: St.Germain/Edgerton, Wisconsin, USA Current Sled: 03prox700/97xcr440 2008-2009 Miles: 610
	Quote originally posted by catattack Looking at picking up a 2006 RMK 900. Someone told me however, that in '05 and '06 the 900s had some major flaws with the motors, and it would require a decent amount of work and money to get the thing to run properly. They couldn't seem to tell me exactly what it was though. Herd it from a friend of a friend type of deal. Anybody actually know? Thanks. no truth in it all all. Read the fusion thread. a good beer drinker isnt a picky beer drinker Loggers.... Working their ass off so you can wipe yours! "Steep ground is when your cutting a notch and notice a mountain goat looking at you like you are crazy." - Hexan woodbooga: (WOOD-boog-ah), n. regional dialect, common to areas of New Hampshire and Maine including the towns of Ossipee, Alton, Farmington, Acton, and Lebanon; one who attempts to obtain free firewood to fuel woodburning appliances in an effort to mitigate expenses related to home heating with fossil fuels. Frequently used as a term of derision by non-woodburners who mock the presence of loose bark and other wood waste in the beds of their pickup trucks. 2003 Pro x 700 almond/blue,10-66 black/red team 719 T-flow, 440 mains 1997 xcr440 my clutch kit, 380 mains,T-flow Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 8th 2009 at 6:27 PM Post #4
	CanadianXCR New Ice Ripper! 1642 Posts Group: Members Member Since: December 18th 2004 Location: Barrie, ON, Canada Current Sled: 1998 XCR 440 2008-2009 Miles: 0
	Hit the Fusion thread for sure. Most of it is hyped up but you will need to change a few things. The vibration seems to be exaggerated by many and there are mounts out there that many have been pleased with that help reduce it. If your into tinkering a bit you could easily get a 900 for a great price and do the mods, after you'll have one hell of a sled for the money. 98 XCR 440 / Woodys / Hot Seat Performance / Shock Pros / Cobra / Sportech / Fox / TEAM / Camoplast Ice Ripper Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 8th 2009 at 7:13 PM Post #5
	polaris1man Average Member 738 Posts Group: Members Member Since: December 22nd 2007 Location: Nashwauk, Minnesota, USA Current Sled: Polaris SKS700 2008-2009 Miles: not many
	Buy the sled, anyone tells you that the 900 is a pile, is full of crap themselves!! I got a buddy who just picked up his 3rd fusion 900, yep that's just about 2700 cc's of Poo power!! Put a decent clutch kit on the sled, replace the torque stop, make sure Poo did all the updates, and go and and whip some A$$!! Haven't read the 900 thread yet, but I know Poo had different pistons in the motor for sure Three-1999 Polaris SKS700's 2000 Polaris SKS700 2000 Polaris Ranger 6x6 2007 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI X2 2000 Yamaha YZ 250 1996 Yamaha WR250 Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 8th 2009 at 8:28 PM Post #6
	800storm 900 fusion 555 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 19th 2007 Location: webster, ny, USA Current Sled: 2005 900 fusion 2008-2009 Miles: 600
	I have 05 900 and the vibration goes away after you get moving and so you won't even no it is there. Go to the fusion owners thread and read through it . info from first hand owners. They do have heavy steering to the average rider but if you adjust the suspension to your riding style you will be all set. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit