07 Phazer concerns

[yamahaforlife]

I am looking to buy a lightly used or new non-current Phazer. I want to know any conserns I might have with any of the short track models. This sled will share time between my wife, sister and any lesser experienced company. It will be used complety on groomed trails by somewhat novice riders. Any input would be great.

 

[TJRTX]

Some of the biggest issues are starters going out,Breaking suspension links. Skid bolts backing out and front a-arm also.Its strange how some people are having problem after problem with their phazers,but it seems to be more with the fx model. My brother-in-law has a 07 GT and the only problem was a starter went out on him. He also had all recalls taken care of,but at no cost to him.Overall i would say its a pretty nice sled,but I think its best suited for younger guys (lighter),or women who dont have to have the fastest sled on snow.It would be pretty good for inexpierenced riders as its quite an easy sled to just get on and ride comfortably.Like i said his GT never has broken a suspension link and he rides very hard at times,granted he also is pretty light so doesnt put too much stress on rear end, where some guys with Fx's have broke 2 or 3 links in rear suspension.So from my expierence you should go with a GT and it should hold up fine with the type of riders your discribing.Some people have said that its a cold ride, but I'll tell ya its one of the warmest sleds I've been on , but thats with the GT bigger windsheild.Good luck.

 

[yamahagirl]

What previous sled did the women riders ride? The phazer is great, but it isn't the sled for all women. It is a different riding style and not a sled to just sit back on and cruise around.

As far as trail riding I find the phazer to be tippy. Its not near as flat and easy to corner as my viper S. Not to mention women seems to dislike the firmness of the seat.

It is a cold sled, you can add the wind deflectors, but remember this sled does not have the heat traveling though the running boards like other sleds with the rear coolers - thus creating cold feet.

Over all I really enjoy my phazer, but I ride it aggresively and spend little time actually sitting down cruising trails. Its not a super slow sled for beginners only ... I have been riding for years! I ditched my Viper S for the Phazer and find the phazer to have enough power. It is plenty peppy for me ... not the top end I am use to but I don't go over 70 too often.

As far as the recalls, if you haven't already, read over past posts on here ... some stuff is good ... but don't take to heart everything you read.

 

[SledderSteve]

I have two 07 Phazers, an FX and a GT, each with approximately 1,200 miles this season.

While I read this forum with horror and expect my sleds to either blow up or simply fall apart when I turn the key, I have not experienced those things. The stock carbides were replaced at the 500 mile oil change and I performed the steering and airbox upgrades when my dealer gave me the parts. Otherwise it was just normal lubrication and bolt tightening for both sleds. My total downtime was 30 minutes on one sled for a fuel injector relay that started working again when I swapped it with another. That's it, I haven't even had to replace the hyfax.

I use the GT model when the trails are smooth or as a "guest sled" as it rides smoother, has better wind protection and tends to be less tippy than the FX. I really don't care much for the FX on smooth trails but I ride it when I have a guest.

When the trails are rugged I'll take the FX over the GT any day as the GT tends to bottom quite easily in comparison. If I have a guest they still get the GT and we just ride a little slower.

Two different sleds for different conditions and I feel blessed to have had such tremendous luck with each of them.

Not sure if this helps but it's been my experience.

 

[Dodgeman]

It seems that the number of problems depends on the model, FX being the worst, GT's the best. And directly porportional to the amount of miles on the sled, which is typical.
Just a note - A fuel injector relay is a 30 minute problem to some, or an entire weekend to others. Mine glitched and I beat the hell out of the fuel tank, and away she went!

 

[yamahaforlife]

Thanks for all the comments. Both women are use to riding a 89 exciter so it will be a learning experience any way we go. I just realy can't bare the thought of not buying a Yamaha, and I realy like the tought of a gas and go 4-stroke. The standard electric start and reverse are nice to. They both agree my Apex is just to much mass and power for them, and steering is to hard. I have considered a vector but weight, price, and size does seem to be alittle overkill at this time.

 

[yamahagirl]

From an 89 exciter to anything will be huge improvement! They will fall in love with snowmobiling all over again!

Well if you do come across a vector I would consider it ... my mom has one and loves it ...

 

[jafgreen]

I had a couple bolts fall out from the engine area, other then that the sled has been great. I have alittle over 500 miles. Great sled and real fun to ride.

 

[BombaPolaYama]

I don't own a Phazer but I would suggest, as with any sled purchase, getting all the info you can from sites like this and people you know with the same type of machine as there is tons of stuff on here about Phazers -both good and bad. And, I don't think people would take the time to write it if they weren't having real issues/problems. Also, take the time for a test ride because it is a fairly big investment.

All the best,