2015 or 2016 viper x-tx ?

[Vilas]

So after following the talk on TY for the last few years on the Viper, I think this is the year to get a new one. I sold my nytro after my last trip of last season. I'm having trouble understanding the changes from 15 to 16 on the viper. I actually found a few new from 14 but with the reverse, the hot start, etc, I think I'll stay with a 15 or 16. Anyone have a compelling reason to spend the extra $1000 and get the 16? I don't mind doing that if it is more substantial than a heated seat or cosmetics. Thanks!

 

[InRBigness]

If you can get an 16 LE it comes with fox float evol's all around.

 

[Yamadog]

Well on resale alone for only $1000 more I would get the 16. Last season (near the end) there were dealers selling 15's for $4,000.00 under list. I bought a 15 XTX SE 0 miles for $9,200.00

 

[Vilas]

Well on resale alone for only $1000 more I would get the 16. Last season (near the end) there were dealers selling 15's for $4,000.00 under list. I bought a 15 XTX SE 0 miles for $9,200.00

$9200! Wow that's amazing. cheapest I've seen a 15 is about $10,400. Thanks for your comments. It looks from your posts like you've done a mod or two to your vipers!

 

[Yamadog]

oh a few!!!!!!!! Yeah when the deals come up you have to be ready but a local dealer here had 4 or 5 and did not want to carry them over the summer and blew them out.

 

[onlyblue]

If you can get an LE it comes with fox float evol's all around.

The XTX LE does NOT come with the evols.... all other LE models did.

 

[InRBigness]

The XTX LE does NOT come with the evols.... all other LE models did.

Well I beg to differ. I bought one and am pretty sure I did the homework.

From Canadian site:
/// COMFORT

• Fox Front Suspension
  FLOAT 3 EVOL front suspension is fully rebuildable and revalveable. Easily adjustable shock creates a high flow, velocity sensitive damping. Air components saves weight.
• Fox Rear Suspension
  Fox EVOL centre and EVOL R rear offer some of the best air suspension available. A Samurai Sealing System ensures optimal performance and the genuine Kashima coating offers a protective element.
  
  US site:

NEW FOX FLOAT 3 EVOL Front Shocks
The latest generation in air shock technology from FOX - the new FLOAT 3 EVOL series shock features an improved piston and valving stack for more control and better performance in a wider range of terrain. The patented EVOL chamber is a secondary air-spring chamber that provides anti-bottoming control and reduces unwanted vehicle roll.

• NEW FOX FLOAT EVOL R Rear Shocks
  Premium FOX shocks tout the latest in air-spring technology with the addition of an EVOL chambers. The added volume provided by this piggyback chamber delivers added control, reduced harsh bottoming, and rebound adjustments (rear arm shock only) for advanced suspension tuning for terrain and riding style.

 

[onlyblue]

I own a 15 xtx le and it definately does not have evols.... just sayin.

Well I beg to differ. I bought one and am pretty sure I did the homework.

From Canadian site:
/// COMFORT

• Fox Front Suspension
  FLOAT 3 EVOL front suspension is fully rebuildable and revalveable. Easily adjustable shock creates a high flow, velocity sensitive damping. Air components saves weight.
• Fox Rear Suspension
  Fox EVOL centre and EVOL R rear offer some of the best air suspension available. A Samurai Sealing System ensures optimal performance and the genuine Kashima coating offers a protective element.
  
  US site:

NEW FOX FLOAT 3 EVOL Front Shocks
The latest generation in air shock technology from FOX - the new FLOAT 3 EVOL series shock features an improved piston and valving stack for more control and better performance in a wider range of terrain. The patented EVOL chamber is a secondary air-spring chamber that provides anti-bottoming control and reduces unwanted vehicle roll.

• NEW FOX FLOAT EVOL R Rear Shocks
  Premium FOX shocks tout the latest in air-spring technology with the addition of an EVOL chambers. The added volume provided by this piggyback chamber delivers added control, reduced harsh bottoming, and rebound adjustments (rear arm shock only) for advanced suspension tuning for terrain and riding style.

 

[InRBigness]

The OP asked if he should get a 15 or a 16. I said 16LE it will come with Evols. This might have been more clearly put in my earlier post. I have changed the earlier post to eliminate confusion.

 

[Yamadog]

I like confusion