WrdAl
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I know that Yamaha will never build the sled I want, just too small a market. I want a Warrior with 144 tip-up rails (ala RS Venture) fully clipped 144 Ripsaw and extro drivers. Handling like the current Warrior, with floatation of a MtnMax. Guess I'll just have to buy the RS Venture and take off the stuff I don't want or wait for the Warrior to get the R/A mono suspension and extend it.
The 4 stroke argument will never end.
I like 2 strokes for the weight and response reasons. imo
2006 this - 2020 that - I'll let the mfg's worry about that
Now, this was supposed to be about 2006 models. Read my posts if interested in 2006
I like 2 strokes for the weight and response reasons. imo
2006 this - 2020 that - I'll let the mfg's worry about that
Now, this was supposed to be about 2006 models. Read my posts if interested in 2006
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NY_SXR700
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blueje17 has been around this site for a long time and I have followed many of his posts. I don't know who he is, but... I know he lives near the Bender camp or Pioneer and from the past messages (going back 1/2/3 years) I would bet he is pretty close to what we will really see on the 7th. My buying indicator was FI so if carbs are gone, I got a new sled to snow check!! Doug
SRX7
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Its a no brainer that Yamaha puts some FI in there sleds.New ditch banging sled,Ya we'll see if its in the mix.
SRX7
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UpDate.
Just talked to my dealer and he said a fuel injected RX1 and a snow cross sled for sale to the public.Engine size not sure.
4 stroke viking sled.
Basically 4 new sleds.
Just talked to my dealer and he said a fuel injected RX1 and a snow cross sled for sale to the public.Engine size not sure.
4 stroke viking sled.
Basically 4 new sleds.
Sign me up for a snow cross rocket in blue ! I am not holding my breath on that one. I called my local dealer today. They don't know anything.
SRX RIDER
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I can add to the RX1 info. I gave my dealer the old 20 questions and got the same stuff about the big R. 10-12 less pounds, fuel injection, Vector front end geometry, and approx. 160 horse. I asked him about a big bump sled and he didn't have much to say about that. 
I am going to go insane until Monday afternoon!
I am going to go insane until Monday afternoon!snoman33x
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My dealer told me this is the year of the big bump sled. Ive bough 2 new ones off him and he tells me what gonan be out and he said this is gonna be a great year for bib blue!!!! All will be revieled monday at 3pm.
Hebi
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Look at it this way, MonctonR1, the '05 RX-1 is by far the best Yamaha sled to date.MonctonR1 said:
Granted, the 700 SRX might have been faster on the lake and on smooth trails, but the suspension couldnt keep up with what the engine was capable of.
At least with the '05 RX-1 you can pound it in the bumps and not have to worry about bottoming the suspension and cracking bulkheads and bending trailing arms.
I would very much like the to the SRX 700 engine in the Genesis Extreme (RX/RS chassis) with the Monoshock RA. Now that would be something!
Hebi
NorthernIllinois
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"SOME ONE POSTED THIS ARTICLE ON DOOTALK"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (YMC) has succeeded in the development of a new manufacturing technology called the “Yamaha CF Aluminum Die Casting Technology”* that enables the mass production of large but thin aluminum die-cast parts in an environment-friendly, low-cost way that will contribute significantly to manufacturing innovation.
* CF Die Casting = Controlled Filling Die Casting
Aluminum die casting is a technology that brings excellent manufacturing productivity to aluminum parts, with their inherent qualities of light weight, rust resistance and recyclables. As a result, die-cast aluminum parts are used in large numbers in motorcycle engines and chassis as well as outboard motors. However, with conventional die casting there has always been a limit to the thinness of sections in a cast piece in relationship to its overall size. That is why it has long been difficult in the industry to produce die-cast parts that are both large overall and thin in some sections.
Furthermore, with the present trend toward environmental concerns resulting in the shift to 4-stroke engines and the addition of exhaust-cleaning devices which increase both the weight and number of parts for future models, it is believed that the keys to manufacturing innovation will be lightening technologies in combination with measures that reduce cost and improve fuel efficiency.
The newly developed “Yamaha CF Aluminum Die Casting Technology” is a process that enables mass production of aluminum die-cast parts that are both large and thin in sections, thus making it a technology that answers today’s social needs by enabling the production of lighter products with fewer parts. Focusing on improving the flow characteristics of the molten aluminum as it is poured into the metallic mold (die), Yamaha’s new technology greatly improves the smoothness of the flow into the die by (1) increasing the vacuum inside the die, (2) regulating the temperature of the die and (3) improving the injection speed of the molten aluminum. The combined effects of these measures enable the mass production of high-quality die-cast aluminum parts with an air-intrusion rate (cause of air bubbles) of about one-fifth that of conventional die casting.
The introduction of this new technology to the manufacturing process can result in about a 30% reduction in part weight and 80% reduction in the number of parts necessary. Furthermore, the reduction in the amount of aluminum used and the simplification of the manufacturing process will bring an estimated 30% reduction in cost compared to the conventional die casting method. And, because it does not require specialized aluminum alloys, this technology can be readily transferred to overseas manufacturing bases on the condition that the metallic molds be changed as well.
ALSO!!!!!
After announcing this past November that they were dropping their snowmobile race efforts Yamaha announced today that they are going to produce a Snow Cross and Oval purpose built sleds. “After seeing our giant success at this years Soo-500 we decided that we can once again be a force in racing” said Mike Doughty, Snowmobile Product Manager.The new SnoX sled will expand on our push into the 4stroke market. It will feature an engine very similar to the YZ450F motor but will be a twin cylinder 800cc motor with changes needed to make it winter friendly. With 2 less cylinders to work around the chassis is narrower and accommodates a 14” track easily. With the new track, Yamaha has come out with a new skid that reduces weight by 20% and uses 35% fewer parts. The front end will be a modified RX-1 front end to accommodate the narrower bulkhead and the added abuse from SnoX style racing. The new Oval sleds will be built in 2 different sizes. The first one is an 800cc twin 4 stroke very similar to that of the SnoX engine but higher revving. The basic chassis is similar to the SnoX sled but lower seating and geared higher. “More priority was put into cornering at high rate of speed, where as most are just SnoX sleds that can’t handle high speed cornering” Doughty said.
The second oval sled is a “Modified” RX-1. Fuel-injection was added and utilizes a highly programmable system to make tuning easier. It also increases horsepower and mileage for enduro style racing. Suspension has been lowered to accommodate high speed cornering.
“We are hoping with these major changes, we can once again dominate racing” Doughty added. “This past year was hard for us not being directly involved in the racing scene like we always have been before. If this year proves to be as successful as we believe it will be, we are prepared to offer a full range of race purpose sleds for a race program and also to consumers in detuned versions.” Doughty said. Although no pictures are yet available for release, some of our staff got a chance to check these 3 new sleds out and we were very impressed. Doughty refused to comment on who was going to be first inline for these new machines, but said that several contracts have been signed and will be introduced to the public at a later date at a press conference where they plan to reveal some more goodies about the new sleds and team members.
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (YMC) has succeeded in the development of a new manufacturing technology called the “Yamaha CF Aluminum Die Casting Technology”* that enables the mass production of large but thin aluminum die-cast parts in an environment-friendly, low-cost way that will contribute significantly to manufacturing innovation.
* CF Die Casting = Controlled Filling Die Casting
Aluminum die casting is a technology that brings excellent manufacturing productivity to aluminum parts, with their inherent qualities of light weight, rust resistance and recyclables. As a result, die-cast aluminum parts are used in large numbers in motorcycle engines and chassis as well as outboard motors. However, with conventional die casting there has always been a limit to the thinness of sections in a cast piece in relationship to its overall size. That is why it has long been difficult in the industry to produce die-cast parts that are both large overall and thin in some sections.
Furthermore, with the present trend toward environmental concerns resulting in the shift to 4-stroke engines and the addition of exhaust-cleaning devices which increase both the weight and number of parts for future models, it is believed that the keys to manufacturing innovation will be lightening technologies in combination with measures that reduce cost and improve fuel efficiency.
The newly developed “Yamaha CF Aluminum Die Casting Technology” is a process that enables mass production of aluminum die-cast parts that are both large and thin in sections, thus making it a technology that answers today’s social needs by enabling the production of lighter products with fewer parts. Focusing on improving the flow characteristics of the molten aluminum as it is poured into the metallic mold (die), Yamaha’s new technology greatly improves the smoothness of the flow into the die by (1) increasing the vacuum inside the die, (2) regulating the temperature of the die and (3) improving the injection speed of the molten aluminum. The combined effects of these measures enable the mass production of high-quality die-cast aluminum parts with an air-intrusion rate (cause of air bubbles) of about one-fifth that of conventional die casting.
The introduction of this new technology to the manufacturing process can result in about a 30% reduction in part weight and 80% reduction in the number of parts necessary. Furthermore, the reduction in the amount of aluminum used and the simplification of the manufacturing process will bring an estimated 30% reduction in cost compared to the conventional die casting method. And, because it does not require specialized aluminum alloys, this technology can be readily transferred to overseas manufacturing bases on the condition that the metallic molds be changed as well.
ALSO!!!!!
After announcing this past November that they were dropping their snowmobile race efforts Yamaha announced today that they are going to produce a Snow Cross and Oval purpose built sleds. “After seeing our giant success at this years Soo-500 we decided that we can once again be a force in racing” said Mike Doughty, Snowmobile Product Manager.The new SnoX sled will expand on our push into the 4stroke market. It will feature an engine very similar to the YZ450F motor but will be a twin cylinder 800cc motor with changes needed to make it winter friendly. With 2 less cylinders to work around the chassis is narrower and accommodates a 14” track easily. With the new track, Yamaha has come out with a new skid that reduces weight by 20% and uses 35% fewer parts. The front end will be a modified RX-1 front end to accommodate the narrower bulkhead and the added abuse from SnoX style racing. The new Oval sleds will be built in 2 different sizes. The first one is an 800cc twin 4 stroke very similar to that of the SnoX engine but higher revving. The basic chassis is similar to the SnoX sled but lower seating and geared higher. “More priority was put into cornering at high rate of speed, where as most are just SnoX sleds that can’t handle high speed cornering” Doughty said.
The second oval sled is a “Modified” RX-1. Fuel-injection was added and utilizes a highly programmable system to make tuning easier. It also increases horsepower and mileage for enduro style racing. Suspension has been lowered to accommodate high speed cornering.
“We are hoping with these major changes, we can once again dominate racing” Doughty added. “This past year was hard for us not being directly involved in the racing scene like we always have been before. If this year proves to be as successful as we believe it will be, we are prepared to offer a full range of race purpose sleds for a race program and also to consumers in detuned versions.” Doughty said. Although no pictures are yet available for release, some of our staff got a chance to check these 3 new sleds out and we were very impressed. Doughty refused to comment on who was going to be first inline for these new machines, but said that several contracts have been signed and will be introduced to the public at a later date at a press conference where they plan to reveal some more goodies about the new sleds and team members.
Heritage700
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I was close boys....The Apex is coming..it's a rider forward chassis, 150 hp Genesis motor, and yes it has fuel injection...and it's 551 lbs dry..with a 44 inch ski stance..somebody post a picture..pleasse!!!!!!
98srx6
New member
Here is the answer to everybody's questions. This is a direct quote from Yamaha Japan.
アジアサッカー連盟（ＡＦＣ）オフィシャルスポンサーについて
－2月9日 埼玉スタジアム（他3会場）で行われる“FIFAワールドカップ™アジア地区最終予選”を皮切りに活動－
ヤマハ発動機株式会社は、このたび、アジアサッカー連盟 のオフィシャルスポンサーとなることが決定いたしました。
このたびのAFCのオフィシャルスポンサーとして、本年2月9日に埼玉スタジアム（他3会場）で行われる“FIFAワールドカップ™アジア地区最終予選”を皮切りに広告看板の掲出、バックボードへのロゴ露出、会場内でのセールスプロモーション活動等を開始します。
AFCは、世界のサッカーの統括団体であるFIFA（国際サッカー連盟）の傘下にある6大陸連盟（ヨーロッパ、南アメリカ、アフリカ、北中米カリブ海、オセアニア、アジア）のひとつです。またAFCには、東南アジアから中近東まで、日本や韓国を含む45の国と地域のサッカー協会が加盟しており、2月9日に開催の北朝鮮戦などのFIFAワールドカップ?アジア最終予選や北京オリンピックアジア地区最終予選等を含む数多くの試合を管理・運営しています。
なお当社は「感動創造企業」を企業目的とし、創業以来「挑戦」という企業風土に相応しいスポーツとして、1972年にサッカー部（現：ジュビロ磐田）、1984年にラグビー部を創部し、日本のトップレベルまでに育成してきました。また、世界中の人々に愛されるサッカーやラグビーなどのスポーツ活動を通じ、創造性に溢れ、たくましさを有する青少年育成のため、少年サッカースクールやラグビースクールの運営に全社で取組んでいます。このたびのアジアサッカー連盟への協賛は、当社の社会活動の一環であるスポーツ振興活動として、アジア地域でのサッカー振興へのさらなる貢献を目指すものです。
「AFCスポンサーページ」はこちら
アジアサッカー連盟（ＡＦＣ）オフィシャルスポンサーについて
－2月9日 埼玉スタジアム（他3会場）で行われる“FIFAワールドカップ™アジア地区最終予選”を皮切りに活動－
ヤマハ発動機株式会社は、このたび、アジアサッカー連盟 のオフィシャルスポンサーとなることが決定いたしました。
このたびのAFCのオフィシャルスポンサーとして、本年2月9日に埼玉スタジアム（他3会場）で行われる“FIFAワールドカップ™アジア地区最終予選”を皮切りに広告看板の掲出、バックボードへのロゴ露出、会場内でのセールスプロモーション活動等を開始します。
AFCは、世界のサッカーの統括団体であるFIFA（国際サッカー連盟）の傘下にある6大陸連盟（ヨーロッパ、南アメリカ、アフリカ、北中米カリブ海、オセアニア、アジア）のひとつです。またAFCには、東南アジアから中近東まで、日本や韓国を含む45の国と地域のサッカー協会が加盟しており、2月9日に開催の北朝鮮戦などのFIFAワールドカップ?アジア最終予選や北京オリンピックアジア地区最終予選等を含む数多くの試合を管理・運営しています。
なお当社は「感動創造企業」を企業目的とし、創業以来「挑戦」という企業風土に相応しいスポーツとして、1972年にサッカー部（現：ジュビロ磐田）、1984年にラグビー部を創部し、日本のトップレベルまでに育成してきました。また、世界中の人々に愛されるサッカーやラグビーなどのスポーツ活動を通じ、創造性に溢れ、たくましさを有する青少年育成のため、少年サッカースクールやラグビースクールの運営に全社で取組んでいます。このたびのアジアサッカー連盟への協賛は、当社の社会活動の一環であるスポーツ振興活動として、アジア地域でのサッカー振興へのさらなる貢献を目指すものです。
「AFCスポンサーページ」はこちら
RedlineViper
New member
Heritage700 said:
figures.... after i spent that cash on a vector this year!
DoktorC
Member
98srx6
New member
The page you linked to doesnt seem to be working right Dok. What was on it?
All i see is this listed on the right side of the screen.
-New Rider forward
-Fuel Injection
-Wider Ski Stance
All i see is this listed on the right side of the screen.
-New Rider forward
-Fuel Injection
-Wider Ski Stance
98srx6
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THE TOTAL SNOWMOBILE PACKAGE FOR SERIOUS TRAIL RIDERS. Step aboard Apex for '06. You sit taller in the cockpit. In command — immediately. Your legs fit into a natural action-ready position to ride out stutter bumps or play in the twisties.
Command? Throttle, please. Tap into 150 horses unlike any ever seen in snowmobiling. Genesis 150 fuel-injected four-cylinder, four-stroke power. Broad. Smooth. With instant-on response. Under you is a mogul-absorbing Mono-Shock RA rear suspension with remote adjuster dial that lets you fine-tune your ride for the day's trail conditions. Serious trail riding demands a serious snowmobile. Apex — all new, all Yamaha.
Command? Throttle, please. Tap into 150 horses unlike any ever seen in snowmobiling. Genesis 150 fuel-injected four-cylinder, four-stroke power. Broad. Smooth. With instant-on response. Under you is a mogul-absorbing Mono-Shock RA rear suspension with remote adjuster dial that lets you fine-tune your ride for the day's trail conditions. Serious trail riding demands a serious snowmobile. Apex — all new, all Yamaha.
DoktorC
Member
There ya go!! Sounds good to me!!
98srx6
New member
You can click "features" as well!!!!!
DoktorC
Member
Ya..but not tech..
Try this link. Cant wait to see a pic of this thing
http://www.yamaha-motor.ca/products/products.php?model=492
http://www.yamaha-motor.ca/products/products.php?model=492