Does anyone have any good suggestions for the same handling problems but on an '09 163"
What can I do to make my XP sidehill better?
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Step 1 - put purse down
Step 2 - pull handlebars in direction you want to go
If unsuccessful...........repeat step 2 and pull harder.
Step 2 - pull handlebars in direction you want to go
If unsuccessful...........repeat step 2 and pull harder.
You should empty the purse before you put it down.
Might be able to buy a part or two that way!
Might be able to buy a part or two that way!
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I hope no one reads these forms and deciedes not to buy one because they think they won't be able to sidehill.
I almost didn't buy a new summit in 2009 because of all the complaints about the side hilling capabilities. But I did and I will say it took some time getting used to, coming from a rmk edge chassie and not riding for the last five seasons. But after the first three weeks I will never look back. These sleds are not hard to side hill they are just a different animal than what you mite be used to. I believe it is all in each and everyones personal technique. That is what you have to work on, not the sled. The sled is built different than others so you have to ride it different than the others. (It just takes practice and a open mind)
My sled set up.
Front shocks- 3
Rear -2
limiter strap all the way out. (loose)
swap skis
align riser just slightely ahead of steering coloum.(keeps body positioning towards back of sled)
learned those tips from roosterbuilt
But mostely just practice.
I almost didn't buy a new summit in 2009 because of all the complaints about the side hilling capabilities. But I did and I will say it took some time getting used to, coming from a rmk edge chassie and not riding for the last five seasons. But after the first three weeks I will never look back. These sleds are not hard to side hill they are just a different animal than what you mite be used to. I believe it is all in each and everyones personal technique. That is what you have to work on, not the sled. The sled is built different than others so you have to ride it different than the others. (It just takes practice and a open mind)
My sled set up.
Front shocks- 3
Rear -2
limiter strap all the way out. (loose)
swap skis
align riser just slightely ahead of steering coloum.(keeps body positioning towards back of sled)
learned those tips from roosterbuilt
But mostely just practice.
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It's a little tougher in this spring snow....
is that goatridge bowl facing down the valley?
what day?
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It was quite noticeable. I did the 2010 rear skid at the same time and the combined difference is good. A few buddies rode it and agreed it made a difference.
FYI i have a buddy who is a very good rider , his xp is set up all wrong... and he can go anywhere he wants. You just have to find the sweet spot and stick with it.
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X2, its all in the rider. Agreed some of these things help(steering post) but once you find it you will never ride anything else. I have seen guys do magic with these machines that are bone stock. Dam motor cross riders!
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They should axe the Freeride and instead come up with a SideHill edition!
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It's a little tougher in this spring snow....
That's like powder compared to the snow conditions I'm talking about.
Mmmmmmmm..... POWDER!
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NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!
They should axe the Freeride and instead come up with a SideHill edition!
Yep^^^
I own both an 07 rev and an 09 XP Hillclimb edition. Compared to an M for me they just take much more effort to get on a sidehill but they can do it. Boondocking through the pines here in SE Idaho can be challenging and very tiring compared to an M chassis for me. There is nothing wrong with Doos, they can sidehill and boondock but for me personally they take way too much effort and I am wore out half way through the day trying to maneuver my sleds through the trees. my next sled will be an 09 or 10 M8
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I haven't ridden a '09 or '10 M8 in the powder to compare, but I love my XP in the powder, couldn't be happier with it in those conditions.
I love my XP in powder as well.... but I gotta admit wanting to try an M sled next winter. You hear that Toad?
rear springs soft/center stiff...and you cant lift the ski"s???? swap skis and put a set of stud boy shaper bar 4" carbides (really helps turning)...BJ
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Unless you are doing something in conjunction with running the limiter all the way out it will handle TERRIBLY while under power climbing steep hills.
What's the 411 on the rear arm relocate?
What's the 411 on the rear arm relocate?
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C3 Post Forward Kit
The C3 Post Forward Kit relocates the upper steering post mount 3" towards the front of the sled. This allows the riser to be tilted back toward the rider to remain inline with the steering post. The handlebars remain in approximately the same position as they were before installing our kit so the riding position is not changed. However, because the riser is now inline with the steering post, the handlebars turn in a circle rather than an arc.
After installing this kit, you will notice powder turns and sidehilling are greatly improved.
http://www.c3powersports.com/content/xp-post-forward-kit
The C3 Post Forward Kit relocates the upper steering post mount 3" towards the front of the sled. This allows the riser to be tilted back toward the rider to remain inline with the steering post. The handlebars remain in approximately the same position as they were before installing our kit so the riding position is not changed. However, because the riser is now inline with the steering post, the handlebars turn in a circle rather than an arc.
After installing this kit, you will notice powder turns and sidehilling are greatly improved.
http://www.c3powersports.com/content/xp-post-forward-kit
Sounds like a good idea ^^^
Does it change where the steering post comes thru the opening in the plastic console?
Does it change where the steering post comes thru the opening in the plastic console?
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