That time again

[95rxl650]

7 hours ago, 04nightfire said:

Trying to figure out what to pick up for a sled this year.  Will be something used in the 6-8k range.  Trying to decide what is too high of km's for each brand so I don't end up with a headache half way through the season.  Yes I know any of them can have a problem but have been looking at some G4's with 8-12k on them and Yamacats with 10-13k on them.  Won't be buying new again until the kids have grown up.  Just want something that should be reliable but not have a lot of money tied up into it. 

I was very happy with the 2014 ZR7000 I rode last season. I cant remember what I paid, either 6 or 7 with pretty low kms and still in excellent condition. Great riding sled until I wanted get aggressive, then it wore me out after a couple hours. The only thing that bothered me about it was prolonged low snow conditions. It would get hot. Common for them, but still bothered me.

To get the good deals that come along you have to spend some screen time, cash on hand and ready to travel right away. I buy a trailer every year before I even start looking for a sled. My goal is to get my money back and then some, every purchase. Ride for free.  Of course it always includes some wrenching and detailing. It's gotta work good and look purdy for the next suitor. 👍

 

[Strong Farmer]

11 hours ago, 04nightfire said:

I think it will be one or the other.  I like my Polaris sleds but wouldn't trust one past 6000k max motor wise

600 motor was very good in Polaris. 650 motor seems to be rock solid too. Either one I wouldn't be afraid of some miles. I figure these motors should live to at least 12.000 miles maybe more.  I have owned many Polaris over years with high miles. The last one was an 2007 Polaris 600 iq, carb sled. Gave it to my uncle at around 11,000 miles on clock. Never touched motor and my uncle still using it today and hasn't touched motor. 😎

[T bird]

On 9/3/2024 at 10:33 AM, Spiderman said:

 

I hear ya on the spine crackers.

I still wear a kidney belt when I am riding - not sure if it helps at all other than in mind - but we do what we do - it's a physical activity and is what it is.

I’ve worn a kidney belt as well for as long as I can remember. Was just natural to wear it for Motocross so felt the same for sledding. The odd day where I haven’t worn it….. not so good!

[95rxl650]

This might be a decent offering.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/962487319007314/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A5a6c46a6-3c40-4745-a774-ffa6dab1e4e9

 

Or this, but no where near his ask just for the fact that it's stored outside.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1464151901123316/?ref=marketplace_profile&referral_code=undefined

[Strong Farmer]

32 minutes ago, 95rxl650 said:

This might be a decent offering.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/962487319007314/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A5a6c46a6-3c40-4745-a774-ffa6dab1e4e9

 

Or this, but no where near his ask just for the fact that it's stored outside.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1464151901123316/?ref=marketplace_profile&referral_code=undefined

At least he covers it but guage looks abit weather beat on one stored outside. To cheap to pay a few hundred for storage I guess 🤣.

wonder what else he cheaped out on, too. 

first one you coukd get it cheaper with him yelling he wants it gone now 😎

[Spiderman]

1 hour ago, 95rxl650 said:

This might be a decent offering.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/962487319007314/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A5a6c46a6-3c40-4745-a774-ffa6dab1e4e9

 

Or this, but no where near his ask just for the fact that it's stored outside.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1464151901123316/?ref=marketplace_profile&referral_code=undefined

Aren’t Cat gauges in miles and/or hours, not KM’s?

[95rxl650]

20 minutes ago, Spiderman said:

Aren’t Cat gauges in miles and/or hours, not KM’s?

You could toggle between the two on my 2014

[Spiderman]

44 minutes ago, 95rxl650 said:

You could toggle between the two on my 2014

That's what I wasn't sure about.

I haven't looked at mine in a very long time - but the old school in me still always has Polaris and Cat ( analog ) gauges in miles given US built - and it drove me nuts back in the day to see advertised KM when they were only in miles back then lol

[04nightfire]

14 hours ago, 95rxl650 said:

I was very happy with the 2014 ZR7000 I rode last season. I cant remember what I paid, either 6 or 7 with pretty low kms and still in excellent condition. Great riding sled until I wanted get aggressive, then it wore me out after a couple hours. The only thing that bothered me about it was prolonged low snow conditions. It would get hot. Common for them, but still bothered me.

To get the good deals that come along you have to spend some screen time, cash on hand and ready to travel right away. I buy a trailer every year before I even start looking for a sled. My goal is to get my money back and then some, every purchase. Ride for free.  Of course it always includes some wrenching and detailing. It's gotta work good and look purdy for the next suitor. 👍

 

I've been keeping my eye on this one.  Has been for sale since before last winter I believe.  I need a 137 to 146 sled as I will be throwing a 2 up seat on it to take my young kids with me from time to time.

 

Used 2014 Arctic Cat XF 7000 LTD available at Team Powersports in Waubaushene, ON, Snowmobile Inventory

[Spiderman]

28 minutes ago, 04nightfire said:

I've been keeping my eye on this one.  Has been for sale since before last winter I believe.  I need a 137 to 146 sled as I will be throwing a 2 up seat on it to take my young kids with me from time to time.

 

Used 2014 Arctic Cat XF 7000 LTD available at Team Powersports in Waubaushene, ON, Snowmobile Inventory

Offer them $5,300.00 and get it done.

Chump change and you have a sled to ride

[04nightfire]

55 minutes ago, Spiderman said:

Offer them $5,300.00 and get it done.

Chump change and you have a sled to ride

I've been thinking about that.  Will be a reliable sled for short money.

[95rxl650]

6 hours ago, 04nightfire said:

I've been thinking about that.  Will be a reliable sled for short money.

Good lookin sled. lol

 

Make sure it has the updates, some had hot starting issues. I see the 4th wheel kit, good, nice bonus is the little pouch in front of the risers. Pretty deep and keeps your items warm. Look for antifreeze leaks. I had a couple that thankfully sealed up after a good heat cycle. I'd say it could be a decent sled. I sold my 129 at the end of the season and made money on it. I believe I sold it for just over 8k with similar mileage.

Plenty of grunt from 0-80mph. Barring anything majorly wrong, $5300 is a good deal compared to last years price. 

Check to see if it has the air pump for the shocks with it.

[Sksman]

12 hours ago, UsedtoSkidoo said:

Id never finance a toy. Cash only. If i have no extra money to invest then I dont buy that toy. 

 

 

Right now you can finance a new sidewinder for 1% interest with 1 year warranty.  
 

It’s 2% over 5 years and 1% reduction in rate if you buy extra 2 years warranty.

 

minus .5% if you own a Yamaha product.

 

So $23,000 over 5 years at .5 to 1% interest.
 

 Your money can easily make more money elsewhere 

[Strong Farmer]

46 minutes ago, Sksman said:

Right now you can finance a new sidewinder for 1% interest with 1 year warranty.  
 

It’s 2% over 5 years and 1% reduction in rate if you buy extra 2 years warranty.

 

minus .5% if you own a Yamaha product.

 

So $23,000 over 5 years at .5 to 1% interest.
 

 Your money can easily make more money elsewhere 

Yeah but tax kill you on gains now 🤣. 

[95rxl650]

They come at us from all angles wanting a piece of what we earn. I accept that I have to pay taxes on everything I buy new, but cmon. I paid tax to buy it and they want me to pay tax to sell it, and tax the buyer. 

WSIB??? WTF. The government opens up a private business and uses it's big bully stick to tell me I gotta pay up?

If you want to act like the mob then atleast have the balls to come collect like the mob. Until then, piss off. I have my own insurance.

Then they tell companies they cant subcontract to anyone that doesnt carry wsib. Yet every year I get paid by the federal and provincial government for my services and carry no wsib. I guess the rules dont apply to them.

[stoney]

6 hours ago, 95rxl650 said:

They come at us from all angles wanting a piece of what we earn. I accept that I have to pay taxes on everything I buy new, but cmon. I paid tax to buy it and they want me to pay tax to sell it, and tax the buyer. 

WSIB??? WTF. The government opens up a private business and uses it's big bully stick to tell me I gotta pay up?

If you want to act like the mob then atleast have the balls to come collect like the mob. Until then, piss off. I have my own insurance.

Then they tell companies they cant subcontract to anyone that doesnt carry wsib. Yet every year I get paid by the federal and provincial government for my services and carry no wsib. I guess the rules dont apply to them.

Sounds like someone is not doing their due diligence.....all people you hire are expected to have it, but not all will ask about it.

Typically in order to get paid, you need to show proof, if it was not asked as part of the start up process.

You used to be able to wrap your WSIB coverage around subs, but that changed and became a liability.

Honestly, I am not sure I would hire anyone to work for me without it or COI.....in case something happens to avoid coming back after me/the client.

[95rxl650]

5 hours ago, stoney said:

Sounds like someone is not doing their due diligence.....all people you hire are expected to have it, but not all will ask about it.

Typically in order to get paid, you need to show proof, if it was not asked as part of the start up process.

You used to be able to wrap your WSIB coverage around subs, but that changed and became a liability.

Honestly, I am not sure I would hire anyone to work for me without it or COI.....in case something happens to avoid coming back after me/the client.

I agree with you. I wouldnt hire a sub trade that didnt have it just for the liability. I have a few local companies that hire me regardless, but I have done work for them as long as they have been around. It's also infrequent. No real loss to me if they didnt. Most others get around it by simply recommending me as a hire to theyre customers. 

My government contracts are simple once a year late fall jobs that have been in place for 30 years or more. I just hand it to the wife to cover all the Xmas expenses. lol

[signfan]

On 8/28/2024 at 9:18 AM, Strong Farmer said:

Thanks that's why I was interested  in it. You think tips are fairly durable for life of track? 

Pulled the sleds out for a bath today.  This is what an ice ripper with 23,000 kms looks like.  Not perfect, but not terrible either.

[95rxl650]

I never put much thought into snowmobile reviews from snowtrax or similar reviewers. Early peeks are nice, but not without bias. 

However, when loyalists start to waver on their loyalty, it makes me wonder whats got their attention. So far, it appears to be the Arctic Cat Catalyst. Short of having actual seat time, I like everything I hear, read and watch about it. 

Anyone here have actual seat time? I dont care about top speed, just handling. I have naps on lake runs.. It's like a ski on glass lake. Just boring.

[Spiderman]

54 minutes ago, 95rxl650 said:

I never put much thought into snowmobile reviews from snowtrax or similar reviewers. Early peeks are nice, but not without bias. 

However, when loyalists start to waver on their loyalty, it makes me wonder whats got their attention. So far, it appears to be the Arctic Cat Catalyst. Short of having actual seat time, I like everything I hear, read and watch about it. 

Anyone here have actual seat time? I dont care about top speed, just handling. I have naps on lake runs.. It's like a ski on glass lake. Just boring.

 

No, I wish I did though.

The sled overall looks great and like you, I find it an interesting sled.

Doo to me are the least exciting right now 

[stoney]

The new Cat in the 600 last year sounded like a huge success, there are a bunch of folks that have posted videos of them and their opinions.

Big point that all have noted is the extreme lower center of gravity and how the affects how great it handles!

Only two issues I recall were paint finish where the pull cord is gets a bit scratched up and the rear portion of the running board has broke, but they are intended to be replaceable based on the design of the chassis.

I think this year is the new gauge that should be a smash hit, plus of course the 800 class engine now available, other then the fact that there seems to be conflict now with having the OFSC trail map on the new gauge, unless that was overcome.

[95rxl650]

Just needs a 2'x2' windshield, heated seat and muffs. lol

[Strong Farmer]

What's everyone think! 
light weight, breathable, carbide and stud resistant (no damage or wear after running a sled in and out of trailer for  100 cycles). 
very nice and grippy to walk on. 
brand new product for this season. 

[PISTON LAKE CRUISER]

10 hours ago, Strong Farmer said:

What's everyone think! 
light weight, breathable, carbide and stud resistant (no damage or wear after running a sled in and out of trailer for  100 cycles). 
very nice and grippy to walk on. 
brand new product for this season. 

Looks nice but I wonder about cleaning the snow/ice and salt off that will accumulate on the floor. Does it include central vac?

[volunteer2]

10 hours ago, Strong Farmer said:

What's everyone think! 
light weight, breathable, carbide and stud resistant (no damage or wear after running a sled in and out of trailer for  100 cycles). 
very nice and grippy to walk on. 
brand new product for this season. 

I see you were at the farm show too LoL