Latest Edge upgrades - Finaly posting pics... started by TrailRebel
	January 21st 2009 at 8:48 PM Post #1
	TrailRebel Polaris Crash Test Dummy 125 Posts Group: Members Member Since: December 21st 2006 Location: Germantown/Tripoli, Wisconsin, USA Current Sled: 03 Cross Country Special 2008-2009 Miles: 850
	Being a tall guy (6'2"), I was sick of my knees hitting the bars and bending over when standing up on the XC SP. That and I wanted a little bit more of a custom look to the sled, so out came the credit card... (before pics) (after pics) For those who want to know all the different brand of materials, here it goes: Handlebars: RSI Pro-taper 10* carbon fiber wrapped 1 1/8" Risers: Rox adjustable risers 4" - 5.5" Bar Pad: re-fabbed RSI pad with the logo's removed Handwarmers: RSI extended warmers Grips: ODI 8" Bar Hooks: RSI shortys Handgaurds: Powermadd grey/black Powermadd mounts Windshield: Pure Polaris 11" A lot of time was spent on smaller details, such as extending wiring and installing weather proof connections for all wires. I never liked the look of the 7/8" bar adapters, so I took out the steering stem and welded in a piece of knurled bar stock since I had to replace the bushings anyway. As I was fabbing the bar together, I didn't like the look of how the ends of the brake controls and the throttle block was so I started looking for ideas. All Polaris models before and after the EDGE chassis, just used a throttle block end cap, so I got one for mine. As far as the brake side goes, I just took off the adapter piece (just like the new Polaris sleds). Let me know what you guys think! I like to ride. Even if you have a Doo/Yami/Cat/Poo, so be it. I bought my snowmobile to have fun, not to tell everyone mine is better than yours. My preference...POLARIS, BABY! Willow Region Sportsmans Club-www.willowregionsportsmansclub.com/ Rating: 0 Quick Edit Edit Topic

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	January 22nd 2009 at 12:54 AM Post #2
	Kawasaki_Kid i love my wedge chassis... so what? 963 Posts Group: Members Member Since: December 27th 2004 Location: winnipeg, manitoba, Canada Current Sled: 93 Indy trail 2008-2009 Miles: 1250
	i think it looks real good. and i think your really gonig to like the new high bars. Snowmobiling is more than a hobbie, its a life style. 93 Polaris Indy Trail 500 78 Kawasaki intruder 440<< hense the name 78 suzuki A100-A 90 chevy S-10 lowered 4" Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 22nd 2009 at 1:01 AM Post #3
	dtmmil Senior Member 3182 Posts Group: Members Member Since: January 27th 2007 Location: Hawley, MN, USA Current Sled: 99 xc700
	Clutched Jetted, boyesen reed petals, boost bottle, 98xc carbs slides, 1371 needles, gutted air box Homeade 7 1/2" riser Homeade suspension drop brackets shortened and blackened windshield powermadd handguards 144 conversion, tracks usa extensions, custom tunnel extension and rear bumper, IQ flap, 1.25" track Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 22nd 2009 at 7:32 AM Post #4
	440_jag 450 horse ditch bannger 1488 Posts Group: Members Member Since: July 30th 2007 Location: Galesville, wisconsin, USA Current Sled: 2002 zr 500 cce 2008-2009 Miles: 500
	shes looking good. I was thinking of going with a 8 inch riser from powermadd. how you like the taller bars on the trail? 2002 Zr 500 CCE D&D pipe ported polished y 6 inch riser Acerbis Handguards Chrome winshield Pro-glider Rack Rsi pad Ripped graphics Fox snow pro shocks clickers Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 22nd 2009 at 2:16 PM  [ Modified January 22nd 2009 at 2:19 PM ] Post #5
	motodeficient Waiting for more snow 1358 Posts Group: Members Member Since: July 21st 2007 Location: MAINE Current Sled: 04 XC 660 SP 2008-2009 Miles: 800
	Looks awesome, great attention to detail there. Your setup is a lot like mine, but you did a cleaner job. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 22nd 2009 at 6:06 PM Post #6
	Dekk85 Advanced Member 1245 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 28th 2008 Location: Hawarden, Iowa, USA Current Sled: 2003 Polaris RMK 600
	Not a fan of that tall windshield but other than that it looks good. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 22nd 2009 at 6:11 PM  [ Modified January 22nd 2009 at 6:12 PM ] Post #7
	gordonchaine Lost never to be found. 1803 Posts Group: Members Member Since: December 5th 2008 Location: Wilmington, Vermont, USA Current Sled: 2007 polaris edge xc 2008-2009 Miles: 1200
	I think it looks really good man, much better then mine. What's your problem? RUFWM? Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 23rd 2009 at 1:55 AM Post #8
	TrailRebel Polaris Crash Test Dummy 125 Posts Group: Members Member Since: December 21st 2006 Location: Germantown/Tripoli, Wisconsin, USA Current Sled: 03 Cross Country Special 2008-2009 Miles: 850
	Quote originally posted by 440_jag how you like the taller bars on the trail? So far, so good. It really does need to be about 1 -2" taller, but it's way better than it was. With my old boots it was just a touch too short, but now I have the HMK Pro BOAs and they are tall enough to upset the height when I'm standing up. After looking at the geometry of the angle of the bars when it was done, I thought it would need some getting used to...guess I was wrong, as soon as I hit the trail with the new setup, it felt so much more natural when riding. I think the biggest thing that helped was just moving the bars forward. I guess, when looking at it in person, the bars look super wide. When I first got the sled done I didn't think I would like the extra width. Again, after the first ride, it felt nice to have the extra leverage when pushing the sled through corners. Quote originally posted by Dekk85 Not a fan of that tall windshield Actually neither am I, but 99% of the riding I do is trail, and riding in northern Wisconsin short sprints across cold windy lakes can be damn near fatal. Even as it is, I can feel wind hit my neck, so I sacrificed a little bit of cosmetics for function. Thanks for all the compliments you guys!!! I like to ride. Even if you have a Doo/Yami/Cat/Poo, so be it. I bought my snowmobile to have fun, not to tell everyone mine is better than yours. My preference...POLARIS, BABY! Willow Region Sportsmans Club-www.willowregionsportsmansclub.com/ Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	January 24th 2009 at 10:07 AM Post #9
	indy_guy Junior Member 332 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 5th 2005 Location: sudbury, ont, Canada Current Sled: '03 XC Edge 800
	your sled is mint man! Love the bar set-up as well. My '03 800 XC SP looks IDENTICAL to that but yours is in better shape. I only have a 2 inch riser for now to get a little more somfort while standing. Good job! '06 Nissan Titan crew LE '03 XC Edge 800 '02 Thundercat w/ clutch kit(blown twice and sold) '96 Polaris ultra (sold to dad) '91 Indy 400 (stolen) '89 Indy Sport 340 (sold) '86 Tundra (sold...started it all) Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	February 20th 2009 at 9:54 PM Post #10
	benj15 Starting Member 12 Posts Group: Members Member Since: January 21st 2009 Current Sled: 1987 yamaha excel 3
	nice looking sled man! i really like those 1998-2004 ish polarises. i'm hoping to get one maybe next year. good job on the details. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	February 22nd 2009 at 4:26 PM Post #11
	jesse500 Junior Member 378 Posts Group: Members Member Since: September 11th 2008 Location: French River, Ontario, Canada Current Sled: Searching........
	motodeficient, i love your xcsp man, wanna sell it, 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). Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit

	February 22nd 2009 at 5:07 PM Post #12
	650indy1 Picture me ridin 103 Posts Group: Members Member Since: January 8th 2008 Location: woodridge, IL, USA Current Sled: 90 rxl 01 LE 800 2008-2009 Miles: 375
	lookin good Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit