Redfisher Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 Looking at one for my next sled. Any thoughts on this sled? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aar0n Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 It's my favourite sled...if that counts for anything (not necessarily the 2011 or the 600, just the rush). Graphic looks mean too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extreme600 Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Good choice once again. I love my rush!! Is that the switchback or 121"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrhz06 Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Good sled. Our 600's ran great, never had any problems. If Pro-R check shocks as they have been known to leak. Pic looks to be 2012 Switchback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aar0n Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Good choice once again. I love my rush!! Is that the switchback or 121"? Looks like the switchback Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redfisher Posted February 20, 2014 Author Share Posted February 20, 2014 Thats a stock pic I would have to ask the guy if its a 121" or a SB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redfisher Posted February 20, 2014 Author Share Posted February 20, 2014 Here is the actual sled Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aar0n Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 graphics are different and I'm pretty sure that is the swtichback. Track looks quite long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrhz06 Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 First pic is a Switchback, second pic looks like a Rush. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extreme600 Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 First pic is a Switchback, second pic looks like a Rush. Totally agree with jrhz06 on this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redfisher Posted February 20, 2014 Author Share Posted February 20, 2014 Thanks guys... Just found another good deal...So hard figuring out what to get... the above sled or a 2009 switchback 750 turbo 4 stroke for $4500 in mint shape... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aar0n Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Thanks guys... Just found another good deal...So hard figuring out what to get... the above sled or a 2009 switchback 750 turbo 4 stroke for $4500 in mint shape... iq chassis is not nearly as good as the rush. and a 750 four stroke will not have near the power of your 700liberty. Nonetheless, a great price. What about a rev? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockerdan Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 just wondering if you ever rode a rush yet? especially thru tight twistys? One of my riding buds has a 2011 rush(800 though) And every single one of us who has rode it hates it immensely. -very loud -vibration in bars is really bad -fuel economy is bad(800 gets 12mpg) -Very heavy steering effort -horrible inside ski lift which is downright unpredictable -poor in studder bumps(most common trails) I have swapped sleds with buddy, and within about 10 miles my fingers actually fall asleep from the vibes and also the heavy steering effort you need to put so much grab and effort into tight twistys it makes your fingers start to fall asleep. And the uncoupled rear skid has been revamped 3 times since 2011 and now will be revamped again for 2015 cause they just cant seem to get the inside ski lift to calm down. An uncoupled rear skid is never gonna be a good trail setup IMO, good for big junk but bad for ski lift and studders. Its just my opinion, but ive never rode anything as smooth and flat handling and feels like power steering with such light effort as my new doo etec X....Just be sure to ride as many makes and models as you can, i demo sleds all the time and always have never been brand loyal, i buy the best handling sled at end of day with best mpg. Ive owned a ton of sleds and these new doos with rmotion are as good as they say, its no wonder all the mag writers all say it is the best skid currently. If you are a POO guy i highly recommend looking at the indy, they handle wonderful and are priced right! Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viperules700 Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I agree with Dan! I end up carrying 20 liters of gas on my doo, using my cargo rack to give the Polaris the same range as my etec. These etecs are incrediable. Why not buy a newer grandtouring in the xr chassis and then you can take the wife for a tour too. She will love it and want to drive you around! Mine always falls asleep on the back, says the bumps rock her to sleep since the sled is so smooth. These new doo's, fell like you are on a ship. I almost fell asleep a few times myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extreme600 Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I have to disagree with RockerDan here. The Rush 600 doesn't have any vibration, great in stutter bumps, decent gas mileage if you worry about that, -very loud--NOT the 600 -vibration in bars is really bad-no vibration -fuel economy is bad(800 gets 12mpg) both of our 600's get 14-15mpg- which I really don't care what mileage I get. If I did I would probably quit. We are agressive riders, throttle jockies I guess you would say -Very heavy steering effort-not heavy steering -horrible inside ski lift which is downright unpredictable-My 2010 Rush gets minimal lift The 2012 Adventure none -poor in studder bumps(most common trails)--good in all conditions including stutter bumps I really think that Rockerdans buddy doesn't have his sled set up right yet. It takes a while to dial them in, but when they are they are awesome. Nice ride, great bottom end, great clutching and fun to ride in any condition. Just need the right person turning the wrenches on the Rush chassis (Dealer that knows how the suspension works) Had to fix my mpg's. Me bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunz Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 X2 I love my adventure 600.. I have to disagree with RockerDan here. The Rush 600 doesn't have any vibration, great in stutter bumps, decent gas mileage if you worry about that, -very loud--NOT the 600 -vibration in bars is really bad-no vibration -fuel economy is bad(800 gets 12mpg) both of our 600's get 16mpg- which I really don't care what mileage I get. If I did I would probably quit. We are agressive riders, throttle jockies I guess you would say -Very heavy steering effort-not heavy steering -horrible inside ski lift which is downright unpredictable-My 2010 Rush gets minimal lift The 2012 Adventure none -poor in studder bumps(most common trails)--good in all conditions including stutter bumps I really think that Rockerdans buddy doesn't have his sled set up right yet. It takes a while to dial them in, but when they are they are awesome. Nice ride, great bottom end, great clutching and fun to ride in any condition. Just need the right person turning the wrenches on the Rush chassis (Dealer that knows how the suspension works) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
white dragon Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 hello Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ultrafrozen Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I really enjoyed the Rush 600 Pro-R sleds I test drove a few years ago. The bumps seemed to disappear and the handling was great. Lots of power. Mind you the Polaris techs were along for the ride and tweaked my sled to perfection. He asked how much I weigh and I also told him I like to let the track break loose in the corners under power and he got it dead right. As with most rider forward chassis you have to use a little body English to take high speed corners but at regular trail speed I could sit dead center and rail around the corners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northstar Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I have to disagree with RockerDan here. The Rush 600 doesn't have any vibration, great in stutter bumps, decent gas mileage if you worry about that, -very loud--NOT the 600 -vibration in bars is really bad-no vibration -fuel economy is bad(800 gets 12mpg) both of our 600's get 16mpg- which I really don't care what mileage I get. If I did I would probably quit. We are agressive riders, throttle jockies I guess you would say -Very heavy steering effort-not heavy steering -horrible inside ski lift which is downright unpredictable-My 2010 Rush gets minimal lift The 2012 Adventure none -poor in studder bumps(most common trails)--good in all conditions including stutter bumps I really think that Rockerdans buddy doesn't have his sled set up right yet. It takes a while to dial them in, but when they are they are awesome. Nice ride, great bottom end, great clutching and fun to ride in any condition. Just need the right person turning the wrenches on the Rush chassis (Dealer that knows how the suspension works) I have to agree with extreme 600 my wife has a 2012 pro r switchback and no complaints from her or myself about this sled. The new indy is priced right but it is not a comparable to the pro r, it is a 20 year old sled that was put on a diet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadoo Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I had a pro r 800,now on an 800 etec. I like the xp better but the rush was more fun. The 12 front geometry changed ski lift significant. There haven't been any changes since the 12 MY. Dont fforget this sleds overall geometry is based off the IQ. Minimal inside ski lift with the 12+, and great through the stutter bumps with a simple shock revalve and FTS spring. It has to be ridden aggressively IMO to get the full potential. Frankly the etec can lull me to sleep sometimes. I was getting 12 mpg on average. The etec gets a bit better mileage but nowhere near 18, especially if run hard. I notice more difference in how I ride the etec with regards to fuel mileage then the Polaris. I just kinda always got about 12 on the pro r. Polaris makes a simpler product with less bells and whistles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redfisher Posted February 20, 2014 Author Share Posted February 20, 2014 iq chassis is not nearly as good as the rush. and a 750 four stroke will not have near the power of your 700liberty. Nonetheless, a great price. What about a rev? Its a turbo and has 140hp which is a little more then my 700. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redfisher Posted February 20, 2014 Author Share Posted February 20, 2014 anyone have or rode the 750 turbo switchback? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcticCrusher Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 We just picked up a 2014 Rush 600 actually for my son. I really like the sled and I am now seriously considering a switchback adventure for my next sled for next year. Can you not try it to see how you like it? I tried the new Yamaha Viper this past weekend and it did not go as I would have liked it. I actually enjoy the Rush more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northstar Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 anyone have or rode the 750 turbo switchback? I have been out with people who have a turbo switchbackwas and was under the impression that it was a dog(must of read that on the internet) the sled does move along very nice and has no problem hitting the 100mph mark lots of power. The weber motor has been around for a long time with no issues, more than 20 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redfisher Posted February 20, 2014 Author Share Posted February 20, 2014 I have been out with people who have a turbo switchbackwas and was under the impression that it was a dog(must of read that on the internet) the sled does move along very nice and has no problem hitting the 100mph mark lots of power. The weber motor has been around for a long time with no issues, more than 20 years. Thanks, I have been reading that the Weber motor is a great motor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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