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    Debating to sell or not 2015 Vector. Talk me into or out if it lol

    I sold a 2011 Apex and bought a 2012 RS Vector. I finally realized at 80 that I don't need that top end any more. I like the Vector so much more. Feels Lighter, easier to handle, much better fuel mileage, and probably will keep up with the Apex up to 60. Perfect sled for the trail riding that we do.
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    Has anyone here installed aftermarket Power Steering on their Viper?

    I am currently riding a RS Vector with Power Steering. I am thinking about moving up to a Viper and am disappointed that the 2022 non turbo Viper doesn't include Power Steering. Not having ridden a Viper, is power steering necessary? There is an aftermarket Power Steering kit available. Does...
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    2022 Yamaha Viper LTX-GT

    Just looked at the line -up and Yamaha isn't offering Power Steering on the 2022 Yamaha Viper LTX-GT. What a shame and a deal breaker.
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    Fuel mileage on 2020 Viper LTX-GT

    Thanks, Good to hear that you figured a good set up for the front skis. I put Curve skis with dualies on my Vector. No darting and very good handling.
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    Advantages of 2020-2021 Viper LTX-gt over a 2012 RS Vector LTX

    Thanks Northernshift, Great report. Jim
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    Advantages of 2020-2021 Viper LTX-gt over a 2012 RS Vector LTX

    For those of you who have ridden a RS Vector LTX and now ride a Viper LTX-GT. Are the improvements, Quality, ride, etc. worth moving up to the new machine? Thanks for your reply. Jim
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    Fuel mileage on 2020 Viper LTX-GT

    What is fuel mileage on 2020 -2021 Viper LTX-GT? Thanks for your reply.
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    2009 VECTOR GT, EXHAUST LEAK

    Just finished changing the donuts on my 2012 Vector LTX with 4000 miles. I wanted to check them and get the sled ready for next year. The donuts looked very good and probably didn't need changing for awhile. I did change them since I had it apart.
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    Going to buy a 2012 ltx Vector. What to look for?

    I have had Apexs and Now a Viper. Lubricate every bushing with a couple drops of oil before every ride. I have never seen any wear on my bushings. I lubricate every moveable point on the front and the rear. Remember to lubricate the bolts where the spindles attach to the ski. I have always...
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    15 Vector LTX HARSH RIDE

    My 2011 Apex XTX was not a mono, but a 144 suspension. Star makes a great kit to uncouple which really improved ride.
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    15 Vector LTX HARSH RIDE

    1. Hopefully by discussing this, we both can get a better understanding. The monoshock skid has a front arm and a rear arm with the shock and spring mounted to both arms.. The suspension is technically a coupled suspension. On a uncoupled suspension, the front arm will act independent of the...
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    15 Vector LTX HARSH RIDE

    I just bought a 2012 Vector LTX with the monoshock rear suspension, and learning how to set it up. Unfortunately not much snow. I think that it does take some time to break in. I would think that the transfer rod set to min. would make it ride harder. I think that it almost completely couples...
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    Clutch is way too abrupt - how do I fix?

    Looks interesting. I have used that spring in my Apex in the past. I installed a WSW in my Vector , but have not had a chance to use it. The YPY has even less preload and slightly less total force. I will look forward to trying the the YPY after trying the WSW. Thanks for the information. Jim
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    HP - Dyno Sheet for 2012 Yamaha Vector LTX

    Has anyone seen a Dyno sheet of a 2012 Yamaha Vector LTX ? This would be a valuable tool to help set up clutching. Thanks in advance. Jim
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    Clutch is way too abrupt - how do I fix?

    I just bought a 2012 Vector LTX and the first thing that I noticed was the abrupt clutch engagement. The clutch also had a rattle. I disassembled the complete clutch, cleaned, and changed from a WWW primary spring to a White Silver White primary spring. Now the clutch engages at around 3000 and...


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