Polaris underpowered?

$$Summit$$ · Nov 26, 2011

K guys, I'm seriously considering the Pro-RMK. But I'm also seriously considering the e tec. The only reason I'd want the e tec is for the extra power. However, I'd like some input on if you pro riders really feel like your pros are underpowered. Thanks!

yep · Nov 26, 2011

Not under powered at all. Great sled. Rode with a doo and new pro climb and NEVER felt like it was underpowered.

sled-fiend · Nov 26, 2011

It is underpowered compared to a boosted 4 stroke, but as far as I'm concerned you don't by a 2 stroke these days to be king of the hill. I've got 3 rides on my 2012 pro and it does exactly what I want it too. Handles great, gets up on the snow great, and has snappy throttle response. What more do ya need?

Zrider · Nov 26, 2011

Dynos run in the shop. "Underpowered" Pros run on the snow. 'nuff said.

suitcase · Nov 26, 2011

Dont go off of the HP numbers, go off of how it performs on the Mountain. The Pro is not underpowered, just underated. When it comes to the dealer #'s IMO.

$$Summit$$ · Nov 26, 2011

Ha yeah I'm not one to rate a sled by the dyno, I just care if it runs on the snow like you say! So nobody's been gettin spanked bye doos?

suitcase · Nov 26, 2011

not yet LOL, but we don't have a lot of snow to be sure, as of last yr. NO.

t stone · Nov 26, 2011

$$Summit$$ said:
Ha yeah I'm not one to rate a sled by the dyno, I just care if it runs on the snow like you say! So nobody's been gettin spanked bye doos?

The Pro may not out drag race the Doo but If you can ride a sled it will kill it in the trees. Thats my kinda riding. IMO depends on where you ride. I love my Pro!

Stone

$$Summit$$ · Nov 26, 2011

Thanks for the input guys! My riding group all ride xps, so I want to be a little different and spank em on something else! IMO any 800 will take you places you don't belong, I think I'll go with the pro.

yep · Nov 26, 2011

You won't be disappointed!

akgiauque · Nov 26, 2011

Rode with an 800 summit, 800 Cat, 600 race sled and 2 older M8's today never felt underpowered. We were on the flat so I will know more when we hit the hills.

440dart · Nov 26, 2011

Just buy poweraddictions 1100 and not worry about whos weiner is bigger i doubt there are very many sleds that would stick with a 1100 pro in the trees.

barry1me · Nov 26, 2011

Every stock XP (800 powerteck) and Stock M8 I have raced in powder, low elevation, high elevation, on trail, low snow I have been faster with my underpowered 11 163. If you want a big HP number by a 4stroke turbo sled, if you want a sled that is mountain sled of the year then get a PRO Ride.

Dootimes2 · Nov 26, 2011

Me and the wife took the new 163's out today for the first time. Just road ridn to break them in. Came off 07 revs with slp kits that ran very well. All I can say is that I was more than happy with the power. This is even with extra oil in tank and started ride with .1 miles on odometer. The throttle was very crisp and sled pulled hard all day. VERY VERY HAPPY. It may have less hp, but I think it gets more of it to the ground. And I have not even installed the Power Addiction heads yet, OH YEA.

m8sandman · Nov 26, 2011

on more than one occasion i've had doo riders comment on thier displeasure of my line choice while riding in the trees. seems that miles of cutting and sidehilling through the trees is not of their likeing... go figure!!! all while trying to keep up with my little underpowered pro

owenb2 · Nov 26, 2011

I can't say for sure about the etec. But we have several pro's and xp's in our riding group and they are super close .... IMO it all comes down to the rider.

And as far as Pro power output- I bought a 2012 pro 163" Comming off a HEAVY modded M1000 that destroyed N/A sleds. And althoughit doesn't pull like my cat, the light weight and handling of the Pro make it an awesome upgrade.

glassman · Nov 26, 2011

If the Pro had the same horsepower as the competition, there would be some serious whining. Being the lowest rated horsepower, it sure works like the big dog.

skibreeze · Nov 26, 2011

Each sled has it's merits. I liked my Etec, but I'm happier on my Pro. Just put 100 miles on the new Pro and love it. It is much easier for me to handle and that's what is important to me.

Polaris2012 · Nov 26, 2011

Depends on where you ride and what kind of riding. If you want to trail ride get the Skidoo haha just kidding but I love my pro it handles awesome very responsive sled!!!

FatDogX · Nov 26, 2011

If they said the Pro only had a 100 HP and it was awesome in the snow and beating others would you shy away??? Who cares what the numbers are, look at what it does!!

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