2018 Yamaha Release

[MrSled]

All-New SnoScoot, Big Changes to Sidewinder M-TX, Seven 50th Anniversary Themed Limited Edition Models, SRVenture DX and VK Professional II EPS Highlight 2018 Launch.


February 27, 2017 (Toronto, ON) – Fifty years of snowmobiles, and the only Japanese manufacturer, is a cherished milestone that Yamaha is proud to have achieved. Yamaha could not have reached its status as a leader in the snowmobile industry without the support of its dealer network, industry partners, and most importantly, its valued customers. A heartfelt thank you to all who chose, and continue to choose, Yamaha. Please enjoy this video for a look back at some of the models that have made Yamaha’s name synonymous with quality, innovation and performance.


In 2017, Yamaha attacked the top of the market by releasing the incredible Sidewinder with Genesis 998 Turbo. For 2018, Yamaha is celebrating their 50th snowmobile anniversary, not just with a number of themed LE models, but with a noble objective. Yamaha’s goal is to ensure the industry grows and matures for another 50 years by releasing SnoScoot, the perfect introduction to snowmobiling for new riders.


SnoScoot offers a stylish, off-trail ready, reliable, trail compliant, affordable gas and go snowmobile, but it’s also some of the most fun you can have on snow! The 192cc, Yamaha four-stroke engine, adjustable suspension and roomy ergonomics ensure the SnoScoot will keep riders smiling for years to come. Yamaha will be aggressively promoting the SnoScoot to non-snowmobilers, demonstrating how beneficial the snowmobile lifestyle is for families, community building and rider empowerment like they did in this video.


At the other end of the spectrum, Yamaha continues to push the performance envelope by releasing a total of six Sidewinder M-TX models for 2018, including base, SE and LE models in 153 and 162 track length configurations. To go along with the dynamic Genesis 998 Turbo engine, each M-TX model has important changes like a new dropped chain case with flatter approach angle, revised intake venting with pre-filter, updated mountain-friendly ergonomics, and 8 tooth drive sprockets. The Yamaha Sidewinder M-TX series is changing what riders thought they knew about four-stroke mountain snowmobiles. Watch the M-TX series absolutely rip, right here.


What would a 50th anniversary be without some limited edition models? In 2018, Yamaha celebrates by releasing seven 50th anniversary themed, upgraded LE models in Sidewinder R-TX, L-TX, B-TX and M-TX configurations, Viper L-TX and Apex and Apex X-TX. Even the SRX120 - while not a spring only LE - does get a 50th anniversary graphics package. Not to be outdone, two other versions of LE are available in ‘Yamaha Blue’ racing motif, those being the Sidewinder L-TX LE and Sidewinder M-TX LE 153. Each of the LE models receives a number of specification upgrades, but they are only available during Yamaha’s Spring Power Surge, running this year until April 15, 2017. See details on the full LE lineup here.


On the two-up side, Yamaha has an all-new SRVenture DX to satisfy long distance two up riders who are looking to put on big miles in maximum comfort. Yamaha has also incorporated its innovative Electric Power Steering system to the VK Professional II, a significant upgrade that will allow better slow speed maneuvering and hauling capabilities for those that work just as much as they play on their snowmobile.


After fifty years, Yamaha is aggressively moving forward into 2018, pushing the momentum forward from a strong 2017 season. From bottom to top, Yamaha is releasing the models customers want, and the snowmobiles that will grow the industry. The time to Conquer Snow with Yamaha, is now.


Complete model information is available at Yamaha-motor.ca or Yamahasnowmobiles.com

New features and benefits for 2018 include:

M-TX

• NEW drop rolled chain case
  
• NEW intake venting with pre-filter
• 153” track option

SnoScoot

• Reliable, four-stroke, 200 class Yamaha engine with continuously variable transmission (CVT)
• Torsion spring rear suspension with preload adjustment
• Trail compliant

SRVenture DX

• The new SRVenture DX brings an updated look to the 2-Up Touring lineup
• Extra-tall windshield, deluxe 2-piece heated seat and rear adjustable hand warmers
• Powered by Genesis high performance 3-cylinder engine

Yamaha Reactive Suspension System (YRSS) on Apex models

• Exclusive Yamaha technology that connect the two front shock bodies hydraulically
• Helps control lateral roll without compromise to bump compliance and comfort
• Improved ride quality with more precise handling over conventional shock absorbers

VK Professional II EPS

• Added Electric Power Steering to bulletproof VK platform
• Plenty of storage and an updated functional utility inspired body

 

[snowman 700]

2018 Apex 129 spring order only.

 

[moab11]

Seems like Yamaha is killing off the Viper, very few models available now, and all have the old body work. Surprised the apex and phazer are still around. Interesting release, but not what I was hoping for their 50th anniversary.

 

[Tyloooor]

would suck if you blew a belt and took out one of those hoses.......

 

[BIG BLACK WARRIOR]

At first I brought up the Canadian website by mistake and all most choked on the prices I saw, then I realized the prices I saw were Canadian prices. I will have to consider getting a new Apex.

 

[Caveman]

SnoScoot is a great idea, they'll sell a ton if priced right. Best they could do for the Apex in the 50th anniversary was a limited YRSS suspension gimic? Pathetic. Combined with the Single Shot skid disaster is a sled worth avoiding at $13k+. A very sad end for the Apex. Sidewinder is a great machine but the only Yamaha performance sled left worth buying is built by Arctic Cat? Bummer.

 

[slimjim2525]

Still no power steering on a Viper or Sidewinder, so i will stick to my Apex. What a shame.

 

[Farmer 73]

At least the Snow Scoot has a roller secondary!

 

[Farmer 73]

It makes me wonder, why does Yamaha come up with these new technologys, like dampening shocks, the single shot rear, the 3 mode throttle by wire, and now the new front end shock set up and only, if I'm not mistaken, put it all on old about to end Models like are beloved Apex? Oh I did see that one of the Vipers have a performance dampener.

 

[MrSled]

You have a right to complain and express your concerns but what did you actually expect? This season has been one of the worst to date and when was the last time you could actually use your sled more then a month without having to travel 4 or more hours? This sport is expensive as hell and do you really think its any easier to run a Snowmobile MFG business. Ill tell you this, it was a smart move partnering up with Arctic Cat ... they need Yamaha as much as Yamaha needs them..we have to learn to cherish the season and the time we have to ride.

 

[Mooseman]

Just looks like they're killing off the "traditional" Yamaha models. I expect them to be gone by next year.

 

[20/80]

Some new changes and refit on the SW, new stickers, snow scoot which I think is great, new front suspension tech on the apex adds more unwanted weight why didn't they put a high end fox shock on there with easy adjustability and less weight, shock upgrade on the single shot rear suspension, no vector xtx only 1 model available the RS, phazer only available in the xtx cross over category no trail or mountain version, the vector and the phazer are on the chopping block, apex will sadly follow, i'm thinking there is not going to be a pure Yamaha sled any time soon, I guess it is what it is lucky to get what they offered.

 

[MrSled]

Just looks like they're killing off the "traditional" Yamaha models. I expect them to be gone by next year.

I feel your pain, but they heart of all these new machines are still Yamaha and the more you see the evolution of Yamaha and Cat you see more and more refinements from Yamaha.

 

[Farmer 73]

You have a right to complain and express your concerns but what did you actually expect? This season has been one of the worst to date and when was the last time you could actually use your sled more then a month without having to travel 4 or more hours? This sport is expensive as hell and do you really think its any easier to run a Snowmobile MFG business. Ill tell you this, it was a smart move partnering up with Arctic Cat ... they need Yamaha as much as Yamaha needs them..we have to learn to cherish the season and the time we have to ride.

Tom, with all due respect, do you think the release would have been different, if this season was a great year for snow and sales were good?

 

[MrSled]

Tom, with all due respect, do you think the release would have been different, if this season was a great year for snow and sales were good?

I do not think it would be any different. Its all based on the past years and numbers. All businesses are doing this.. they all want more profit and more sales... The amount of sleds sold overall are very small numbers compares to ATVs, SXSs and even Scooters far out sell Sleds.