Things to look for on a xp

gdhillon · Oct 12, 2013

I am looking into getting into a new(er) sled this year, coming off a 94 cat 580 136.I am in BC, with my current sled I try riding deep but that sometimes doesnt pan out for me. With a new sled I would like to ride steep and deep...and everything else BC's beautiful back country has to offer. Skill wise I would say I am a noob, but I would hope with a newer riderfwd sled that will change....after all we're not born experts! Anyway I've seen a 08 xp 154 for 6k CAD with 2400 kms locally and usually up from there $$ wise. I don't really want to talk about budget right now as I'm still in the research stage of things but as of right now Id say 7k CAD. I really just want to know how relible and 'noob' friendly these sleds are. And things to look for (compression...etc) Im about 6' and 150lbs give or take a few lbs.

And yes I am looking at all three (not yami) brands, this being a pretty big purchase I want to do my due diligence and research the crap outta what will be best for me. Thanks for your input!

2Thetopp · Oct 12, 2013

Check the crank run out, compression, check the intake boots for cracks or delamenation. When you buy it then, install a non ported track, air frame running boards. Most say, re do the top end at 2,500 miles, I didn't and it cost me. Then you install the S36 front end, T motion, on and on, it never really stops!

finndoo · Oct 14, 2013

With the xp sleds the newer you can afford the better. I would definitely check compression, the clutching on all the xp's until 2012 was not very good for the steep and deep so consider a good clutch kit. A dj kit on my 08 xp made the long ride in to the Torpy a lot less buzzy and made it climb way better than stock. Since you are pretty new to sleds maybe consider taking any xp that makes it on to your short list in to our local dealer, it may cost you a bit but a knowledgeable mechanics opinion could be very useful. Try not to get caught up in extras, they are nice but the condition of the sled is more important, a shiny lightweight muffler is no good to you if the front end is bent. Used is always " buyer beware", I have purchased used sleds and have had really bad luck with a couple of them, you just never know with used.Good luck

gdhillon · Nov 17, 2013

I ended up getting a 06 summit

, this year will be my first in the mountains/torpy...hope to see you out there!

Adrenaline Revolution · Nov 18, 2013

The '06 Summit 800 HO Powertek was probably the best motor they built reliability wise.
You'll love it and best of all you have VERY little to do to make it easy to learn on.
The XP is nice and lite but the REV handles great just the way it is.
Just remove the sway bar if it's still in there and put a two wheel lit on the back and you have a very "Flickable" sled!

gdhillon · Dec 12, 2013

My sled does still have the sway bar what is the best to remove it? I have read online that guys cut them out, i dont really want to take a zip cut to my new to me sled but i will if i have to

hwell:

So to do the 2wheel kit would i have to remove the skid/track?

adam8781 · Dec 12, 2013

two wheel kit is a waste of time, it just looks cooler.

06 rev is a very solid sled, If you want to spend money on something that will make a real difference.

Clutch kit from joey (ibackshift.com) or roosterbuilt

if it was my sled:

Oil injection delete (pretty much free if you are good with tools and have a few simple parts laying around) more reliable, more power, more consistent running
clutch kit
balance primary (longer crank life)
2007 airbox (06 is restrictive, cheap easy power gain)
venting, again pretty much free with a bit of do it yourself ingenuity
exhaust can to lose weight. (only go super loud if you dont ride around town much)
rip out all the foam and heat shields.
cyberdine temp gauge.

Lander · Dec 13, 2013

Just unbolt the link to the A-arm, I just left mine hanging there and it's fine.

gdhillon · Dec 13, 2013

doesnt it rattle around though? I was thinking of using some tie wraps? Maybe keeping it connected for the trail and then unbolting it when i get to the real snow

I will look into a clutch kit, are those tra clickers simple to install? seems to me you just unbolt the old bolt and install the clickers.

do you fellars know how I would go about getting a hold of a coolant neck insert?

BHPete · Dec 14, 2013

There are access holes in the plastic so you can slide the bar out.
BRP also makes a quick connect kit. I think it is found on the newer freeride?
It is $70 for the wide front, and I think around $40 for the narrow front?

Adrenaline Revolution · Dec 14, 2013

adam8781 said:
two wheel kit is a waste of time, it just looks cooler.
I disagree as this is Just your opinion. it does make the sled easier to pull over not that its hard to do it stock.
if all you ride is fast roads then this will make the sled a bit more squirrely.

if it was my sled:

Oil injection delete (pretty much free if you are good with tools and have a few simple parts laying around) more reliable, more power, more consistent running

A lot of guys that I ride with all went back to injection and just making sure the injector pump and linkage were adjusted right. Mixing gas is for chainsaws and weed whackers!

clutch kit

balance primary (longer crank life)

2007 airbox (06 is restrictive, cheap easy power gain)

venting, again pretty much free with a bit of do it yourself ingenuity

exhaust can to lose weight. (only go super loud if you dont ride around town much)

rip out all the foam and heat shields.

cyberdine temp gauge.

BHPete said:
There are access holes in the plastic so you can slide the bar out.
BRP also makes a quick connect kit. I think it is found on the newer freeride?
There is no quick disconnect for a REV, that didn't start until the XP.
Just take it out!
If you have a skid plate installed you can either remove the plate first to slide the sway bar out or cut the sway bar on one side and slide it out... You won't miss it unless you ONLY ride fast roads.
Without a skid plate you simply raise the front of the sled as high as you can get it and worm the bar out! Easy!
It is $70 for the wide front, and I think around $40 for the narrow front?

In the end, it's your sled... Make changes to it gradually so you know which change did what.

"AR"

BHPete · Dec 14, 2013

Hey smart stuff! We are talking about the XP NOT the rev!

adam8781 · Dec 14, 2013

i had the 2007 summit 800 144.

I did the inside wheel conversion. didn't notice any difference. And if i did it was because i was looking for it.

oil injection was invented to make sledding more user friendly and the ugly epa happy. It is not what is best for the motor. You get to dump alot of dead weight off the sled while making it more reliable in the process.

Adrenaline Revolution · Dec 16, 2013

BHPete;3476927[B said:
]Hey smart stuff! We are talking about the XP NOT the rev![/B]

gdhillon said:
I ended up getting a 06 summit , this year will be my first in the mountains/torpy...hope to see you out there!

Sorry, I guess you weren't paying attention (Smart stuff) :face-icon-small-win

BHPete · Dec 16, 2013

Adrenaline Revolution said:
Sorry, I guess you weren't paying attention (Smart stuff) :face-icon-small-win

**** happens! We all make mistakes! It's all good!

Team Lazy · Feb 10, 2014

This is actually a pretty decent "how to" on what to look for with a used sled, particularly a REV but most things apply. The build is excellent if you have a few hours to kill...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzeBh-Ek6mo

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