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Your Sled
- What do you love, and what do you hate
started by MJay
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January 23rd 2009 at 3:39 PM
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scott240
Junior Member
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155 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: January 16th 2009
Location: Ontario, Canada
Current Sled: 1998 Arctic Cat zr600 EFI
2008-2009 Miles: 200
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Here is MY first sled, '89 Yamaha Exciter, I had always wanted one ever since I was a little kid. Came across this a couple months ago for a decent price so I jumped on it.
The first two pictures are from yesterday's little jaunt
Here are a couple shortly after I picked her up
And one from my day out with a buddy's Polaris
Pros:
- fun as hell to rip around on
- fairly light to maneuver around
- quite quick
- cheap on insurance
- looks badass (at least I think so :)
Cons:
- BRUTAL on gas
- still trying to figure out a bogging issue
- not the most comfortable ride
- DOES NOT like deeper powder
[1998 Arctic Cat zr600] * Powermadd riser * 96 Woodies * Sno-stuff Can * Ripsaw * Fox clicker shocks * Modified Cobra windscreen * Fishbone tunnel supports
[2003 Polaris Pro-X 440] * V-Force 3 reeds * Studded * Walker-Evans all around
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January 23rd 2009 at 7:28 PM
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i love the lil triple laing down the 800 twins on the trail, i love no sway bar to tip the sled right over in the drifted in ditches, love the 13.5 firecat track under the polaris. love the fusion seat and tank, sit a lot taller and more comfy.
hate only having a 600 triple at the moment, I want my 1029 done. i want reverse, I want to finish my own air ride rear end i am sick of looking at drawing, I want to have a 146 cobra track under it. right now i hate the gas milage of the small 600 the big triple always got 10-14 mpg usually ran with the 800 dpm doos for milage.
I need a little taller windshield, when i sit and ride i cant tuck behind the shorty windshield.
nothing goes like 3 holes!!
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February 18th 2009 at 11:47 PM
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wildcat700rider
Starting Member
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5 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 3rd 2009
2008-2009 Miles: 700
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My 95 wildact 700.... i love the speed outa the sled.... she goes..... one hting i dont like is how much it ways.... she ways 640 without me on it... sure shes to heavy to ditch bang with it.. i dont like how i am always having to put it in the shop to fix it after each weekend...
1973 Polaris charger 400
1973 John Deere 400
1988 El Tigre 5000
1990 Jag afs 2-up (sold)
1991 polaris indy lite 340
1991 Prowler moutian cat 2-up 440
1992 polaris indy lite 340
1995 Wildcat 700 efi
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February 19th 2009 at 12:07 AM
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Hughes_097
Average Member
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581 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: October 10th 2008
Location: Poland, New York, USA
Current Sled: 06 Rev Adrenaline
2008-2009 Miles: 648
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im not overly satified with my edge. the suspention could be wayy better. lots of low mid and high power all through out due to the clutch work and pipes n' ****. mostly just supention is the problem im having with the sled
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February 19th 2009 at 5:25 AM
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frftrnick
Starting Member
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50 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: January 31st 2009
Location: Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, USA
Current Sled: 07 Switchback 600
2008-2009 Miles: 650
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07 Switchback 600 HO. Had some problems in the start but I got it dialed in and it runs great. IT is really good in the deep stuff and not bad on the trail. Love it
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February 23rd 2009 at 5:26 PM
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redneckCATrider
Starting Member
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20 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: May 2nd 2008
Location: Queensbury, NY, USA
Current Sled: 98 Arctic Cat Z440
2008-2009 Miles: 400
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my 1998 Z440...pros: she light to throw around, shes quick and shes light to turn around.....cons: no reverse, its a fan cooled 440o no hp mods really...not enough power for me at all
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April 12th 2009 at 7:06 PM
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PlayInThePowder700
Some people think snowmobiling is a single season thing...well us die hards know it lasts year round
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107 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: April 11th 2009
Location: Townsend, Massachusetts, USA
Current Sled: 04 z 440 mod sled
2008-2009 Miles: 670miles
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Quote originally posted by sledneck1978
I'm almost 100% pleased with the sleds I have right now. If I had to bitch about anything I'd say that it could get better gas mileage. And MJ....I can't believe you don't have reverse. Especially since your boondocking so much. What year did cat start putting reverse on their sleds. I saw an F5 up north a couple weeks ago with reverse.
 800 Dragon Yeah i think that guy must have had a reverse kit, which is understandable because they are only 400-450 for a reverse kit for the f series that arctic cat put out, now all f-5,f-6,f-7's are the race sled that arctic cat put out so it never had reverse build in unless custom ordered, or again reverse kit
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April 15th 2009 at 10:11 PM
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v-maxsledder
Senior Member
v-maxsledder My dad is the man!!
Updated Thursday at 9:53 PM
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2869 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: July 12th 2006
Location: esko, minnesota, USA
Current Sled: 6 hundo sno pro
2008-2009 Miles: 250-350
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+ it handles pretty well, pretty fast for a 600, not everyone has one
- sits to high, suspension is so/so, sucks it up in powder
Everything that I don't like about it will be cleared up this summer =)
Owning a race sled is like having a totally hot girlfriend..... All of your friends want to see it, feel it and check it out..... They all want to know what it is like to ride it, but if they only knew how much time and money it takes to keep one up, they would call you a fool!
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April 16th 2009 at 9:14 AM
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i love it cause its a XLT, but i hate it cause it has no engine, thats why im tryin to get rid of it.
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April 16th 2009 at 11:10 AM
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jesse500
Junior Member
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377 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 11th 2008
Location: French River, Ontario, Canada
Current Sled: Searching........
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i wish my sled was faster, lighter, quicker, netter on snow,could float, lol.
Present sleds:
1998 Polaris Indy 500: red screens, red/black Sportech handguards with billet mounts, red C&A pro Razors with 9” sharpers, red gripper running board trim, red hyfax, billet pull handle, billet brake lever, silver front & rear bumpers, low black windshield, custom graphics, clutched (Primary: Polaris blue primary spring #7041080, 10m5 weights, sheave/belt clearance is set at .015''. Secondary clutch: 42/36 helix, SLP black driven spring), geared (dropped 1 tooth), 121" x 15" x 0.91" Camoplast/Polaris track with 96 studs, stripped warning decals, white-faced edge chassis speedometer & tachometer.(For sale).
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June 30th 2009 at 1:29 AM
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roughrider99
Its not turbo lag, its foreplay
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1411 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: March 11th 2006
Location: Consul, Saskatchewan, Canada
Current Sled: 06 Lite Apex MTX
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Well i got a 2006 apex done up with the good stuff. lots of lightweight parts from complete front and rear light weight suspensions, seat, track, bar setup, skis. the whole 9 yards minus the turbo and aftermarket tunnel. I love my sled cause of the pure torque i wouldn;t even trade for my dads nytro, the only downside i can think of is that the steering is brutal due to a my setup which works better for climbing.. I can handle this sled better than any other sled and i've rode all the current mtn sleds from all 4 oems. I love the fact of how ppl doubt my sled cause of the weight and i can let it hang out all day long climbing chutes and tight trees and steep slopes. The only thing i want now is a turbo, 300hp would be just ideal so i can really giver at anything i see.
these are the most recent pics of my sled with the new camo extreme track and cr racing risers. this was from going sledding in BC on june 5th.
i ride where its steep n' deep :P
06 apex mtn
excell mtn lite exhaust, fox floats on the front, Timbersled lightweight drop brackets
mtn mod seat, timbersled barkbuster front and mtn tamer rear suspensions,simmons gen 2 skis
MMP freedom axle with (3) 9 in. blaze billet wheels,Gravity worx billet lefty throttle, Cr Racing 9" risers
162 2.5 Camo Xtreme track
YAMAHA BABY!
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July 8th 2009 at 6:11 PM
[ Modified July 8th 2009 at 6:12 PM
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ski-doo-rider-28
Starting Member
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20 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: January 30th 2009
Location: Seddons Corner, Manitoba, Canada
Current Sled: 99 ski-doo formula-z 583
2008-2009 Miles: 3258
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i got a 1999 ski-doo formula-z 583 i love the power and the 1 1/4 ripsaw track, but the suspension isn't up to par with my jumping  
1999 ski-doo formula-z 583 with R.A.V.E....................2007 Kawasaki Brute Force 750
-1.25 ripsaw track...............................................-Pro Circuit Type 496
2004 Kawasaki KX85.............................................-26" ITP Mudlights
-ProTaper SE bars, Tag grips...................................-ITP Type 7 rims
-Black UFO plastic................................................-2" lift
-Michelin tires.....................................................-clutch kit
-Twin-Air air filter................................................-K&N filter, Dynatek CDI
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July 10th 2009 at 5:39 PM
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id love it if i had a sled again.it sucks being sledless.
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July 19th 2009 at 12:44 AM
[ Modified July 19th 2009 at 12:56 AM
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500EFISKS
Willing to learn how about you?
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102 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 3rd 2005
Location: Lumsden, Saskatchewan, Canada
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I am very happy with the 2002 800 RMK. Engine rocks and the sled is very easy to do whatever comes to mind. Only thing I would like to improve is the seat. Would love a high rise seat for my style of riding.
Mods are Sly dog powder hound skis, SLP single pipe and mbrp race can. Slp high flow intake, clutched, Atacc system.
 2002 800 RMK x 151  2002 800 RMK x 151  West Yellowstone Jan 2009
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July 19th 2009 at 1:11 AM
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Mad-Boondocker
Only way to take on FEAR is to take it head on
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751 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 19th 2009
Location: East Otto, NY, USA
Current Sled: 98 Polaris Indy 500 Mod
2008-2009 Miles: 185
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The only thing I hate about my ride is finding parts for an outdated chassis, Parts for an evolved chassis are really hard to come buy It would have been great if polaris kept the evolved for a couple more years than 4 years
1998 Polaris Indy 500 chassis with 98 Xc 600 motor
SLP ceramic coated pipe with SLP can
V-force reeds
4 inch pivot riser
Gutted Air Box
EPI clutch kit soon to be installed
Maybe some pro tapers
1998 XC 700 water-cross sled
SLP twin pipes
Some light weight parts
Water-cross mods include taking the parts u do not need
This includes removing the seat replacing gas tank and IFS bars.
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July 21st 2009 at 6:03 AM
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Festus33
SNO PROwler
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1285 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 25th 2006
Location: Mukwonago, Wi., USA
Current Sled: Eccentrica and Da Prowla
2008-2009 Miles: 647
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The SNO PROwler
Pro's
Light, flickable, just a blast to ride!!
The TSL skid, and XCR front shock's made it a completely different sled.
Start's every time
Con's
7.2 gal gas tank (can only go about 80 mile's on a fill, when I'm keeping up with bigger sled's!)
The stock 11 plate chain is not really strong enough for the power the engine produce's, I replaced it with a 13 plate chain and have'nt had any more chain breakage's.
No Reverse
The EXT
Can't really say much about this one yet, bought it post season and have'nt had a chance to ride it yet.
I'm pretty certain I'm gonna love the Triple's power, and speed. (should'nt need as much thumb to keep up with Greasemonkey  which mean's I should actually get better mileage on the Isabella ride.)
Probably gonna seriously dislike the Much higher weight!
I'll make a more complete report after putting some real mile's on it.
Rick
Let's Take All the Warning Label's Off,
and let Nature Sort it Out !!!
1998 A.C. EXT 600 Triple/Triple
1990 A.C. Prowler 440 SNO PROwler
1987 A.C. ElTigre 440
1994 A.C. Tigershark 640 Daytona
www.johnmaster.net (Snowmobile Traction Product's)
mpsalvage@msn.com ( Snowmobile Salvage and Part's)
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August 21st 2009 at 2:39 PM
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flashgordon
New Member
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62 Posts 
Group: Members
Member Since: November 13th 2008
Location: Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Current Sled: 99 Yamaha VMax 600
2008-2009 Miles: 1200
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Here is mine 99 Vmax 600, something wrong with the clutching but other than that I love it, No reverse which bytes but it's got a lot of life left in it. I swapped out the suspension to a SC-3 so that takes care of the yamaterrible ride. bit heavy on gas but I think that is a clutchin
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August 27th 2009 at 7:17 PM
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kingofkings
arguing with idiots
kingofkings .
Updated Yesterday at 6:33 AM
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711 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: August 19th 2008
Location: Little Falls, MN, USA
Current Sled: 1998 ZL 500
2008-2009 Miles: 700+
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My 98ZL 500 has been a good sled to me. Does pretty well on gas consumption, has plenty of power for what I need, easy to get out of a stuck situation and has a decent suspension. Just wish it has reverse. The best part is that it is payed for. It will have to be good to me for a while for I have started college and it will take me a while to save up for a newer sled.
-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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August 28th 2009 at 4:34 PM
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snopro7
Starting Member
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4 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: July 30th 2009
Location: St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada
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98 ZR 600 EFI
Pros: 1.5" track, twin pipes/EFI chip, clutched, geared, custom running boards and bumper, 8" riser w/ 440 bars
Cons: Narrow running boards (cut off right now), needs a touch more front end travel (will be upgrading front end next year), seat is low (will be doing mod seat for next year)
Overall great machine, quick, relatively light, and all of my issues with it are going to be taken care of. Like many of you I am a university student so can only spend money when I don't need it for bills/expenses.
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Bleed Green
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August 29th 2009 at 8:44 PM
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nhshiftrider
Starting Member
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3 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: October 23rd 2008
Current Sled: o8 shift
2008-2009 Miles: 1360
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o8 polaris shift,what i dont like about it that it gets 10mpg and the crappy .91 track,thats going away next year when I stretch it to 136"
I spend half my money on snowmobiles,the other half I just waste
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October 3rd 2009 at 9:51 AM
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PolarisBoy1996
Hard Core Sled Lover
PolarisBoy1996 Got my handguards, mounts, and extensions in the mail today. Just finished putting them on, hope they work good!
Updated Thursday at 3:44 PM
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290 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: September 20th 2009
Location: Bright's Grove, Ontario, Canada
Current Sled: 95' Polaris Indy Starlite
2008-2009 Miles: 50
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1995 Polaris Starlite:
Pros:
Rare sled, not many people have one, turns heads on the trails.
Has alot of centimental value.
Very stable and solid.
Comfortable enough for me.
Always runs, no matter what.
Fuiji motor is bulletproof.
Cons:
Has a stupid system for a windsheild, it mounts on a bracket and they don't make the bracket anymore, and mines broken, so no windsheild means cold hands!
Very very hard to find parts for.
No speed, or power.
It's not what you drive, It's what drives you!
Pain is just weakness leaving the body!
Current Sleds:
1995 Polaris Indy Starlite 250 - Mine
2001 Polaris XCF SP 440 - Dad's
1995 Polaris Indy XLT Special 600 Mod - Brother's
Past Sleds:
2001 Polaris XCSP 600 w/modded out 2003 Polaris ProX 600 motor - Dad's
1998 Ski-Doo Formula 380 - Mom's First
2003 Polaris ProX 600 - Mom's Second
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October 3rd 2009 at 10:11 AM
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Mad-Boondocker
Only way to take on FEAR is to take it head on
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751 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: February 19th 2009
Location: East Otto, NY, USA
Current Sled: 98 Polaris Indy 500 Mod
2008-2009 Miles: 185
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Quote originally posted by snopro7
98 ZR 600 EFI
Pros: 1.5" track, twin pipes/EFI chip, clutched, geared, custom running boards and bumper, 8" riser w/ 440 bars
Cons: Narrow running boards (cut off right now), needs a touch more front end travel (will be upgrading front end next year), seat is low (will be doing mod seat for next year)
Overall great machine, quick, relatively light, and all of my issues with it are going to be taken care of. Like many of you I am a university student so can only spend money when I don't need it for bills/expenses.
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Does those Pipes make it burn up or are they fine with the EFI chip? because I am going to an EFI Cat next year Might be an F7 or might be a zr600 EFI like yours thanks for giving me an idea.
1998 Polaris Indy 500 chassis with 98 Xc 600 motor
SLP ceramic coated pipe with SLP can
V-force reeds
4 inch pivot riser
Gutted Air Box
EPI clutch kit soon to be installed
Maybe some pro tapers
1998 XC 700 water-cross sled
SLP twin pipes
Some light weight parts
Water-cross mods include taking the parts u do not need
This includes removing the seat replacing gas tank and IFS bars.
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October 3rd 2009 at 2:54 PM
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nhrider
Junior Member
nhrider Looking at an 06 Fusion 600 on Sunday morning!
Updated Thursday at 7:57 PM
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116 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: August 22nd 2009
Location: Salem, New Hampshire, USA
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Two things I dont like about my sled are the metal skis and the fact that its a 340. Ill be upgrading this winter, but this is still my current sled.
Current Toys:
1998 Polaris Ultra 680 - 2 inch bar riser, Powermadd handguards
1989 Polaris Classic 500 - Comet Clutch
1989 Polaris Indy 500 - Parting Out
2008 Honda 50 - Pro Taper bars
Past Toys:
2003 Polaris Edge xc 340 - Cobra Windsheild
1998 Yamaha srx 700 triple - sold
1996 Yamaha V-Max - smashed, fixed, blew up, junked
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October 3rd 2009 at 11:09 PM
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mxz440kid
Junior Member
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124 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: November 22nd 2008
Location: Canada
Current Sled: 1999 mxz 600h.o.
2008-2009 Miles: 2350
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1999 mxz 600
pro's:
-alot faster then the old 440 fanner
-sounds mean with the MBRP :D
con's:
-a little older model
overall a sweet sled, i love it!
the 6" billet risers look sweet, can sounds sick :D ready for winterrrr
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October 16th 2009 at 11:27 AM
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xc_rider08
99 xc 600 141"
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67 Posts
Group: Members
Member Since: August 12th 2009
Location: Mandan, ND
Current Sled: 99 XC 600 with mods
2008-2009 Miles: 1300+
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99 xc 600
141x2
136 skid with elkholm welded extensions
v-force 3
billit head
hot seat performance clutch
dyno port exhaust
led tail light
powermadd riser & throttle extension
simmons gen 1 flex skis
(im sure im missing somethings)
pros: love the sled and chassis, can throw it around anywhere i want, got it dirt cheap 3 years ago
did all the upgrades this past summer. the primer on the sled... that things starts anyday on the 1st or 2nd pull, no matter what the temp is.
cons: rough riding on the trail(but who rides them anyways), gas hog
my back up sled
got it for free, fun to run when not enough snow to take the other sled out...
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