2017 Reliability AFTER updates?

[lifeisgoodsteve]

Hi All,

Buying a first sled and a couple buddies both recommended Skidoo Summits.

I've read about the issues and updates on the 2017 and wondering how reliable they have proven after the updates?

Did it end up being certain sleds that were just prone to issues or a certain riding style was found to be a cause?

IF it's specific sleds are there any indicators I can look at when inspecting used ones?

I'll be heading into the backcountry off trail, though not planning anything too crazy or intense.

Thanks

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[slednebraska]

I have a 17 with all of the updates and have not had any problems. All of our riding is backcountry off trail.

 

[big_red1a]

My 2017 has all the updates been a great sled

 

[Idahodoo]

My 17 has all BRP updates + clutching alignment with Grip N Rip tool / poly motor mounts, DJ clutch kit with 100-365 primary spring.

Runs great with no issues.

 

[PaulAnd]

My old 17 has no updates and still running awesome!
Still on original belt


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[westcastlerider]

The motor recently blew up on my 2017 at 2800km, piece of a rod came off and broke a piston skirt. Not much reusable on that motor. I see a lot more 2017's with replaced motors for sale then any other year of the 850.

I also had electrical issues which were a pain. Many people had belt problems with 2017's, but this sled was really good on belts.

I'd only consider buying one if it were considerably less then newer ones.

Also, my sled had all the updates done to it, was never overheated and always warmed up before I rode.

 

[Idahodoo]

There is a bunch of 17s around here, of them I know about a couple that had motor issues from running the Amsoil ! IMO only use XPS oil. Some had belt issues that were fixed with proper alignment & clutching & many had PTO injector wire issues like I did, dealer tried to repair once but it happened again then they installed a complete updated front wiring harness at no cost to me, the dealer would replace all 850s that came with PTO injector issues with new wiring harness.

My 17 has all BRP updates + clutching alignment with Grip N Rip tool / poly motor mounts, DJ clutch kit with 100-365 primary spring.

Runs great with no issues.

 

[westcastlerider]

many had PTO injector wire issues like I did, dealer tried to repair once but it happened again then they installed a complete updated front wiring harness at no cost to me, the dealer would replace all 850s that came with PTO injector issues with new wiring harness.

My issue was the engine wiring harness, not the secondary injector harness. Ski-doo refused to replace it under warranty, sounds like you had a much better dealer then me!

 

[Idahodoo]

My issue was the engine wiring harness, not the secondary injector harness. Ski-doo refused to replace it under warranty, sounds like you had a much better dealer then me!

Yes We are lucky around here we we have quite a few good Dealers that are knowledgeable and great to work with
there are other dealers in many places that are no customer service after the sale + no knowledge / troubleshooting skills.

 

[lifeisgoodsteve]

Thanks all. I ended up finding a low miles (971) woman owned 2019 Summit sp and for peace of mind decided to get it. So far so good.

 

[PaulAnd]

And how did it go?
Did you ride it yet?


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[lifeisgoodsteve]

And how did it go?
Did you ride it yet?


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Yes, ridden it a couple times. Super fun but also see it takes time to get a feel of the sled and different positions and maneuvers when off trail.

 

[lifeisgoodsteve]

ps - thought this was attached before

 

[PaulAnd]

The blue is sharp


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