I have an 01 SXR 600, it was my first sled and as much fun as ive had with it I need something that suits my needs better. Im a big guy over 6' and around 230lbs. I need a sled that im comfortable on. I would like a higher, more forward riding position i hate sitting so low. Definetly need more power. Im not at all familliar with Yamaha's line of sleds but i will be buying used 04-06. 2 stroke or 4 stroke doesnt matter. i ride mostly trails and on ice. Also need reverse, electric start. Can anyone suggest a model that may suit my needs?
So far ive been looking at the RX-1, i understand it doesnt handle very well but improvements were made in 05 and im willing to work on the sled to make it handle the turns better and make the ride more comfortable.
any help would be great
thanks
So far ive been looking at the RX-1, i understand it doesnt handle very well but improvements were made in 05 and im willing to work on the sled to make it handle the turns better and make the ride more comfortable.
any help would be great
thanks
1995vmax500le
Member
apex or vector
STEERJOCK
New member
It would be nice to have a 4-stroke just because of the not having to add oil to it every time you ride, But I just bought an 04 Viper with an inch handle bar riser...Im about your size, and it rides and handles very nice, can get about 100-120 miles on a tank of fuel, unless ripping down the river, then only like 70 miles. It has plenty of power and easily gets to 110 and a lil faster when you push it. I am very impressed with the power it has throughout the powerband... But that just my 2 cents...Hope it helped!
