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    Water Pump Impeller

    Happy Wednesday! For peace of mind, I would like to replace the water pump impeller on the viper. Can I buy just the impeller and impeller shaft? (part # would be helpful :) $500 seems a little heavy for a water pump assembly. I cant get aftermarket as im leaving on a trip this weekend and wont...
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    Overheat/Head Gasket thoughts?

    Hello and Happy Monday! I own a 2014 LTX SE and had a MCX190 kit stalled roughly 3 years ago. I rarely get to ride the sled due to lack of snow in my area in recent years. I finally got to get out Saturday, not a long ride but a ride. I would say it was maybe 70km round trip. Snow conditions...
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    2014 LTX-SE w/ MCX190 Turbo - overheating....

    Could really use some help here - yes i have asked this before but thread died. I baby this sled and don't ride it as hard as it should be ridden but i just want it running flawlessly. 2014 Yamaha Viper LTX-SE MCX190 Turbo kit Backcountry 1.75 track Overheating issues - Machine went into limp...
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    Viper LTX SE - Front Shock Selection

    Hello all, As I start to get my sled ready for the riding season, I need some input regarding the front suspension. I currently have the FOX Floats and would prefer to switch to a coil over type spring/shock as I hear they are better in trail. My riding season is very, very short where I...
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    Thermostat Replacement - Part #?

    Happy Friday, Looking to replace just the thermostat on my '14 Viper w/ MCX190. On Yamaha Part site, it lists the whole housing, I only want the thermostat. The old one doesn't have a temp stamped on it, only "USA 44mm" Is there a replacement? Aftermarket? TIA
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    Overheating...again!

    2014 LTX SE MCX190 Turbo kit Sled is 96% of the time on trail. Every now and then, I get code "P0217" and the sled goes into limp mode. Last night, the sled hit about 120* C / 240* F so I let it coll down and left it at a friend's overnight. I rode it home this morning and the hottest it...
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    Melting plastics / Heat from Turbo

    Happy Thursday! I have a MCX190 kit installed on my 14 LTX SE which produces a lot of heat. I have noticed some melting plastics and some deformities on the plastic from the excessive heat. I have installed the MoFlow vent kit and even that is starting to deform. Now, I do not have the heat wrap...
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    Dreaded Starting Issues

    Happy Wednesday! Couple issues I'm having with my 2014 Viper LTX SE - MCX190 1) Always need to carry a booster pack when riding - sometimes it starts, sometimes it doesn't. 2) Sled wont start at all. I turn the key and it clicks at the starter relay solenoid near the battery. Bought a new...
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    2014 Viper LT-X or 2016 Viper ST-X

    Hi all, Went and looked at a 2014 Viper LT-X 137 today with 1536km (yes, 1536km!) The dealer also has a 2016 ST-X 137 but with 9000km. Heated seat. Can someone tell me the difference in models and what their preference would be? I'm coming off a 2005 Venture RS couch so the Vipers are new to me.
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    Studded Track - Question

    Hi all, I just received a near new studded rip saw track, just wondering if I have to worry about the studs doing damage to under carriage/coolant etc. If so, what would recommended parts be to ensure no issues?
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    Track removal?

    Hi all - I tried a search and didn't locate and helpful information. Looking to change the track on my 05 Venture. Anyone have a step by step or and help in doing so? Thanks in advance.
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    05 Venture RS Clutch Noise/Slip

    Hi all, For the past week, I've noticed my primary has gotten the rattle (clak clak/jackhammer) sound that I've read a lot about. Mostly noticeable at idle (I'm sure constant but hard to hear under load and with a helmet) Yesterday, a friend rode it and said he thinks something is wrong with...
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    Skid Bushing - Help!

    Hey folks, Few friends are heading out on a ride this weekend. One of my friends sled was making a clunking sound and we noticed it was missing a bushing that holds the suspension skid to the frame. No dealer around has it and will take a week to get in. Is there ANYTHING that can be used as...
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    Name this part...

    Hi all, Can someone identify the part circled in this photo? It doesn't stay up and I noticed the pin was missing. I bought a new pin and hardware from Yamaha but have no clue how to install. I figured if i knew what it was called, i could google/youtube it. Thank you!
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    Apex arms on a venture?

    Hello to all. New to the forum and riding out of Ottawa, Ontario Canada. First time sled owner. Question: The A arms (upper and lower) are rusting and the look is not flattering. I found a beautiful red set from an Apex online. Would the upper/lower arms from a 2006 Apex fit on my 2005...


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