bladefever Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 20 hours ago, Puzzleboy said: I'd say your buddy's Exciter was not running right. Acceleration was their domain, even with their 1/16" paddle track. They were pumped up to be the fastest accelerating sled going. Total failure on acceleration along with a weak top end. The highly touted twin butterfly carbs had a bad lean spot causing major meltdowns later to be replaced by Mikuni round slides. Big time disappointment to the Yamaha die hards........ The Excited 570 was added to the growing list along with the SS440 and 440 SRX (tss models ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poncho Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 1 hour ago, bladefever said: They were pumped up to be the fastest accelerating sled going. Total failure on acceleration along with a weak top end. The highly touted twin butterfly carbs had a bad lean spot causing major meltdowns later to be replaced by Mikuni round slides. Big time disappointment to the Yamaha die hards........ The Excited 570 was added to the growing list along with the SS440 and 440 SRX (tss models ) We used to call them Exploders......good thing the Skidoo 850 has taken the lead and now the new Exploder....poor Puzzler... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevieWonder Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 You guys kill me . And I don't drink anyone's Kool aid , I've seen enough first year sled issues that went on for more than the first year . They all have issues . And the 850 is no different . And there's always the friend of mine , or friend of a friend who's having issues . Im sure there are , and sure there having issues , but want to hear from actual owners , the kind that post a pic of them riding them , and broke down . They all shit , at some point . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poncho Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 22 hours ago, Puzzleboy said: Well, this is the Vintage Thread. Butthurt over Polaris' poor showing in the Shootout noted. It's a good thing we have these old references...... as yours and Blade's "memory" tends to be a bit rose-coloured. Have a good ride tomorrow. I had the opportunity to ride an XCR a couple weekends ago. Not a bad XRS copy at all...... But one has to wonder..... why doesn't Polaris just copy R-Motion like they copy everything else? They could eliminate all those Pro-Ride parts, improve aesthetics, get their costs down, and have a better riding skid. Why would Polaris eliminate those parts. Actually that Polaris rear end has less moving parts then the R Motion and 10 times the comfort.....so what's your point?.....And the XCR 800 doesn't explode like 30% of the 850's built. Also the XCR is $3000 bucks cheaper and 10 times the sled.....Doo's day are limited......the 850 like the Mach Z 1000......boom!.... Lol Funny the same weekend you rode that XCR I rode a 1200 R Motion.... No comment.....other than it would make a nice groomer...needs an 8 track player to be up to date. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puzzleboy Posted February 19, 2017 Author Share Posted February 19, 2017 (edited) Might have fewer moving parts.... but sure takes a lot of other parts to do it. 10 times the sled? 10 times the comfort? Funny, I don't see too many ProRides in SnowCross...... why is that? And no, a ProRide is not as comfortable as an R Motion. Even the Lesters know that. Yes, it's cheaper. You get what you pay for..... I know, it sucks being second in the market. Edited February 19, 2017 by Puzzleboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poncho Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 26 minutes ago, Puzzleboy said: Might have fewer moving parts.... but sure takes a lot of other parts to do it. 10 times the sled? 10 times the comfort? Funny, I don't see too many ProRides in SnowCross...... why is that? Yes, it's cheaper. You get what you pay for..... I know, it sucks being second in the market. Butt Hurt noted.....How is the 8 track working?.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puzzleboy Posted February 21, 2017 Author Share Posted February 21, 2017 Craig Marchbank's collection. Pretty sure I saw a Blade in there somewhere....... something for bladefever's spank-bank. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZAh2ufPVBk&t=184s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puzzleboy Posted February 21, 2017 Author Share Posted February 21, 2017 I hear Larry's planning a backflip next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladefever Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 7 hours ago, Puzzleboy said: Craig Marchbank's collection. Pretty sure I saw a Blade in there somewhere....... something for bladefever's spank-bank. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZAh2ufPVBk&t=184s That is one hell of a collection!!!! Puzzler if you ever decide to take a tour of that place. You better give him some advanced notice...... The owner might want to take some precautions..... You might need wear a Hannibal Lector restraining device...... More so just to keep his sleds " Spotless " if you know what I mean....... Glad to see the owner also put a Blade in his collection. He must have good taste...... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puzzleboy Posted February 21, 2017 Author Share Posted February 21, 2017 I know, it's a bona fide brothel in there! The Blade has to go....... doesn't it have a Polaris motor in it? It's not fair to the other sleds in his collection...... Pat Schaffer's place in Eau Claire WI is unreal too. He must have 3 million in vintage Doos there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladefever Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Blade..... Has hand cranked rubber band. Great fuel economy and low oil consumption. Meets EPA testing for 2029.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poncho Posted February 22, 2017 Share Posted February 22, 2017 7 hours ago, Puzzleboy said: I know, it's a bona fide brothel in there! The Blade has to go....... doesn't it have a Polaris motor in it? It's not fair to the other sleds in his collection...... Pat Schaffer's place in Eau Claire WI is unreal too. He must have 3 million in vintage Doos there. Junkyard? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevieWonder Posted February 22, 2017 Share Posted February 22, 2017 Must be one hell of a fast hand cranked rubber band system ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladefever Posted February 22, 2017 Share Posted February 22, 2017 1 hour ago, StevieWonder said: Must be one hell of a fast hand cranked rubber band system ! I only do about half crankup..... After that I know I will be on dangerous territory.......After all only a Lester could handle getting close to the C note on lake Kevlar while hammering the Fun flipper....... Did I miss any key words? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puzzleboy Posted February 22, 2017 Author Share Posted February 22, 2017 Mash the loud handle in some deep pow..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puzzleboy Posted March 17, 2017 Author Share Posted March 17, 2017 http://www.kijiji.ca/v-snowmobile/barrie/vintage-snowmobile-race-at-horseshoe-resort-april-2/1247184353?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true Date Listed 16-Mar-17 Price $25.00 Address Barrie, ON L4M4Y8 View map For Sale By Owner Make Other Model Vintage Colour Other CSRA will feature a Vintage Open racing class the Dayco National Snocross Finals at Horseshoe Resort on April 2. Sleds must be a minimum of (25) Years old. The winner of the race will be awarded the Lee Memorial Cup and $500 cash. Racers must register in advance by March 27. For entry forms and additional info go to: www.snowcross.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtybeacher Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 What's the purse for the belted jacket class? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevieWonder Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 1 hour ago, dirtybeacher said: What's the purse for the belted jacket class? You're only allowed to wear belted jacket in the vintage class . Or a one piece , but it will still have a belt . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puzzleboy Posted March 17, 2017 Author Share Posted March 17, 2017 Belted jackets already come with a purse, obviously. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2strokemerc Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 7 hours ago, dirtybeacher said: What's the purse for the belted jacket class? I see the snowbikes are racing. I'll be there to take on all comers. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtybeacher Posted March 31, 2017 Share Posted March 31, 2017 It's official, hes registered for this Sunday's race. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevieWonder Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 Callin all scorpion lovers Vintage Scorpion snowmobile suit on Kijiji http://www.kijiji.ca/v-snowmobile-parts-trailer-accessories/kitchener-waterloo/vintage-scorpion-snowmobile-suit/1251541524 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtybeacher Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 Any fs'ers here today? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevieWonder Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 2 minutes ago, dirtybeacher said: Any fs'ers here today? That guy on the sonic is holding on for dear life .......... I know , I used to have one . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladefever Posted April 3, 2017 Share Posted April 3, 2017 2 hours ago, StevieWonder said: That guy on the sonic is holding on for dear life .......... I know , I used to have one . Here I thought he was running........ a side car..... Handling wasn't one of their strong points then or now........ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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