C'mon NM, let's hear your viper review & maybe some pics.
Well after 3 days in this sled I am impressed. I would always here how impressed the 1100 Cat guys were with the way the chassis handled, and now know see why. The biggest difference is how the motor sits a bit higher and lays farther back then the cat motor. This removes a bunch of weight from over the skis. The motor on this sled pretty much sits right under the handlebars which makes it much easier to handle and steer.
Most people that rode the sled said they couldn't feel the extra weight of the four stroke, and couldn't believe how easy the sled would flip up on its side and stay there.
The stock Cat skid was overwhelmed by the torque and had no chance of holding the front end down, but it was playful to say the least. We have put a Racers Edge arm in it while still using the stock 2.6 Cat track, so I'm sure it will be a huge improvement. We have also done a bit more clutching and changed the exhaust housing on the turbo to. 64 for a bit more responsiveness. We were going to do that when we built the sled but never had one in stock.
I love the sled and have ordered a couple for Boost-It shop sleds that my son TJ and I will ride next season. I really like my two stroke turbo, but something about that torque you feel when you wack the throttle of this sled puts a huge smile on your face.
The Viper does an unbelievable job of bridging the gap between two and four stroke sleds.
We have announced pricing for this turbo kit at 5995.00 including a water to air intercooler, garrett GT 2860 turbo, extra injector fuel system,electronic boost controller, full gauges, clutching, etc. To upgrade to 270 hp or so, only a headshim will be required.
Hope to give it another go this weekend.
