2025 Yamaha SXVenom Build

[Tossil]

I picked up a 2025 Yamaha Venom for my 12-year-old and 70lb daughter. This sled will be my backup when she is not with me.

I wanted to document this build in case anyone else is looking to do something similar to an Arctic Cat Blast or Yamaha Venom.

Main Goals
· Add a front bumper along with a skid plate and tunnel protector to help protect the sled.
· Replace the track with something more trail-worthy with built-in studs.
· While the track is out, replace the brake rotor, brake pads, and add a 4th wheel kit.
· Replace shocks with something like the QS3 that has multiple settings for different riders or conditions.
· Add Heavy-Duty Chassis Springs to better handle a 200-pound rider.
· Swap 38” front A-Arms for 42” front A-Arms and add BoP Heavy-Duty ProCross Sway bar.
· Replace the skis with C&A Pro’s XPT skis and add Bergstrom Skegs Triple Point carbides.
· Replace the useless windshield with a mid-height or tall windshield with a focus on rider comfort and usability, not on style.
· Prep for installing a Garmin 6" Tread 2 GPS.
· Add Hand Guards to keep Penny’s hands from getting cold. Handguards include LED lights and Mirrors.
· Reduce as much rotating mass as possible.
· Swap the gas tank so we get 2 more gallons of fuel capacity.

Front Ski Coil Shocks:
· Fox Zero QS3-R Front Shocks – Told to install shocks upside down.
· Fox 1.5 Zero QS3-R, Pair of Ski Shocks, Arctic Cat Procross 42"-43"
Link: https://carverperformance.com/fox-1...2-42-43-yamaha-sidewinder-sr-viper-r-x-42-43-

Rear Skid Coil Shocks:
· Fox QS3 Track Shocks

Front Suspension:
· Swap 38” Front A-Arms for 42” ProCross Front A-Arms – From Barn of Parts
· Add BoP Heavy Duty ProCross Sway Bar – From Barn Of Parts
https://www.barnofparts.com/product-page/procross-sway-bar

Skis: (Custom color has a 4-5 week lead time)
· C&A Pro - XPT Performance Trail Snowmobile Ski - Custom color, Black with Red and Red Grab Handles
https://caproskis.net/products/xcs-crossover-snowmobile-skis

Ski Mounting Hardware:
· Speedwerx – Ultra Lightweight Hardware Kit for C&A Pro Skis Part: CAAHK-2
https://speedwerx.com/lightweight-aluminum-hardware-kit-c-a-pro-skis.html

Ski Carbides:
· Bergstrom Skegs 6″ Triple Point Carbides
https://bergstromskegs.net/triple-point-carbides/

Ski Wheels: Need to confirm these are the correct model for the C&A Pro XPT Skis)
· Qualipieces - RollerSki Yamaha Y-4009
https://qualipieces.com/products/rollerski_yamaha?variant=42897079468086

Chassis:
· Arctic Cat Heavy-Duty Rear Suspension Spring Kit - 2021-2025 Blast ZR - Part No. 8639-417
https://www.countrycat.com/arctic-cat-8639-417-heavy-duty-spring-kit-2021-2025-blast-zr
· Speedwerx - Panel Vent Kit // 2018-2024 Yamaha SXVenom
https://speedwerx.com/panel-vent-kit-2018-2021-m-6000-m-8000-ascender-platform-models.html

Track: (After a lot of internal debate, I’m not going to mess with changing the drive pitch, too much work)
· Camso - ICE Attak XT, Model: 9200H
Size 15" x 121", Lug 1.22”, Weight 40 lbs, Drive Pitch: 2.52", Studs: 256, Clip: Full, Ply: One
https://sledtrack.com/product/camso-9200h-ice-attak-xt-snowmobile-track/

Tunnel Stud Protector: (Doing this in case I add some studs at a later date)
· Sidewinder Tunnel Protectors, 2024, SXVENOM, SKU #SMA-8LR21-50-00
https://yamaha-motor.com/p/sidewinder-tunnel-protectors?sku=SMA-8LR21-50-00

4th Wheel Kit:
· MaxCeleration Racing - Straight Billet Axles, 4 Wheels, 1” Rail Slots for 6205 Bearing wheels
https://www.maxcelerationracing.com/product-page/straight-billet-axles
· MaxCeleration Racing – 4x 7.1” Rubberized Billet Wheels with 6205 Bearings in Red
https://www.maxcelerationracing.com/product-page/rubberized-billet-wheels

Windshield: (Not in any order. I'm not sure what to go with. My concern is on comfort and usability, not on looking fast.)
· Arctic Cat - High Clear Tinted Windshield - 2021-2025 400 4000
https://www.countrycat.com/arctic-cat-1616-089-high-clear-tinted-windshield-2021-2025-400-4000
· Arctic Cat - Mid Clear Tinted Windshield - 2021-2025 400 4000
https://www.countrycat.com/arctic-cat-8639-504-mid-clear-tinted-windshield-2021-2025-400-4000
· Yamaha – Tall Snowmobile Windshield - SMA-8ML96-30-00
https://yamaha-motor.com/p/yamaha-snowmobile-windshield

Garmin Tread 2 6” Powersport Navigator:
· Handlebar Controller and Group Ride Radio Y-Adapter Kit (6" Devices) PART NUMBER010-13985-00
https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/1933581/pn/010-13985-00/

Handlebar Riser:
· Arctic Cat Adjustable Handlebar Riser - 2012-2025 Blast
https://shop.arcticcat.com/8639-476
· Grip-n-Rip - IsoVibe SX ProCross Riser Model ISO-ACPROSX (Below Riser)
https://www.gripnripracing.com/index.php?id_product=111&controller=product

Hand Guards: (These handguards have a bunch of accessories, all are listed below)
· PowerMadd – 34402 – Red/Black Sentinel Handguards
https://www.powermadd.com/sentinel-handguards.html
· PowerMadd – 34490 - Sentinel LED light kit - Vent Cover (I would prefer this LED Light to turn on automatically when the sled is turned on)
https://www.powermadd.com/snowmobile/handguards/sentinel/sentinel-led-light-kit-vent-cover.html
Note: If using the LED Light Kit with the Armor (34477), you will need to contact PowerMadd for additional screws. There is no charge for the additional hardware.
· PowerMadd - 34477 - PowerMadd Sentinel Armor
https://www.powermadd.com/snowmobile/handguards/sentinel/powermadd-sentinel-armor.html
· PowerMadd - 34455 - Sentinel Handguard Mirror Set
https://www.powermadd.com/snowmobile/handguards/sentinel/sentinel-handguard-mirror-set.html
· PowerMadd - 34456 - Sentinel Hayes Stealth Brake Snowmobile Mount Kit
https://www.powermadd.com/sentinel-stealth-brake-snowmobile-mount-kit.html
· PowerMadd - 34453 - Hand Wrap Attachment Kit - for Sentinel and Star Series Handguards
https://www.powermadd.com/snowmobil...for-sentinel-and-star-series-handguards-34453

Chain Case Cover:
· Lightweight Chain case Cover (Short) With Oil Tank for CTEC
http://www.bd-xtreme.com/index.php?id_product=1406&controller=product
Install Video:

Brake Rotor:
· BD-Extreme - Super Lite Weight Brake Rotor for 2012 and up Arctic Cat Blast
http://www.bd-xtreme.com/index.php?id_product=662&controller=product

Recoil Basket:
· BD-Extreme - Super Lightweight Recoil Basket
http://www.bd-xtreme.com/index.php?id_product=1571&controller=product

Brake Pad:
· Arctic Cat Race Brake Pads (Not 100% sure this is the correct upgraded brake pads)
https://www.countrycat.com/arctic-cat-3602-017-race-brake-pads-2013-2025-zr-sx-xc

Brake Line:
· PowerMadd – 45613 51” - Extended Length Brake Lines (To accommodate handlebar riser)
https://www.powermadd.com/extended-length-brake-lines.html

Break Lever:
· SP1 Heated Brake Lever
https://www.countrycat.com/sp1-12-19264h-heated-brake-lever-arctic-cat-2019-2025-models

Front Bumper:
· Remer’s Renderings - Arctic Cat Blast Front Bumper – Racer Red
https://remersrenderings.ca/collections/snowmobile-bumpers/products/arctic-cat-blast-front-bumper
Install Video:

Rear Skid Plate:
· Arctic Cat Rear Skid Plate - Black - 2021-2025 Blast 8639-389
https://www.countrycat.com/arctic-cat-8639-389-rear-skid-plate-black-2021-2025-400-4000

Ice Scratchers: (I like that SLP uses Stainless cable vs Dura-Flex who uses Zinc Plated cable)
1. Straightline Performance 12-inch Ice Scratchers Kit
https://www.countrycat.com/straightline-performance-15-6385-12-inch-ice-scratchers-kit
2. Dura-Flex Ice Scratchers Kit
https://www.countrycat.com/dura-flex-15-6425-ice-scratchers-kit

Ice Scratchers Mounts: (In the order that I prefer, but I don’t know what will work best with this sled)
1. Between The Lines Designs - Wheel Dura-Flex Wheel Hooks - 1211-WH
https://www.denniskirk.com/between-...-wheel-hooks-1211-wh.p1919514.prd/1919514.sku
2. Between The Lines Designs - Wheel Dura-Flex Bolt Thru Hooks - 1212-RH
https://www.denniskirk.com/between-...t-thru-hooks-1212-rh.p1919515.prd/1919515.sku
3. Between The Lines Designs - Wheel Dura-Flex Clamp On Hooks - 1213-RH
https://www.denniskirk.com/between-...amp-on-hooks-1213-rh.p1919516.prd/1919516.sku

Muffler: (BDX's muffler is only 2.5LBS!)
1. BD-Extreme - Arctic Cat 6000 Titanium Pro-Lite Muffler
http://www.bd-xtreme.com/index.php?id_product=282&controller=product
2. Straightline Performance – Arctic Cat Blast Lightweight Ceramic Coated Muffler
https://straightlineperformance.com/product/arctic-cat-blast-lightweight-ceramic-coated-muffler

Oil Fill Sleeve:
· PowerMadd - 53740 - PowerMadd Oil Sleeve
Note: Slight heating of the reservoir neck with a heat gun will help the installation of the Oil Sleeve.
https://www.powermadd.com/powermadd-oil-sleeve.html

Gas Tank:
· BD-Extreme - Xtreme Lightweight Tank for ProClimb - Back Country Edition
13 Gallon Fuel Capacity
http://www.bd-xtreme.com/index.php?id_product=98&controller=product

Trail Courtesy Light:
· LJE Products - Trail Courtesy Light
https://www.ljeproducts.com/shop-products/trail-courtesy-lights
· LJE Products - 30" Extension Cable for Trail Courtesy Light
https://www.ljeproducts.com/shop-products/trail-courtesy-light-30-extension-cable

Lights: (I love their Smart Break feature)
· Snowmobile Underglow LED Light Kit | XKCHROME RGB Controller App - Advance Kit SKU: XK-SNOW-ADV
https://store.xkglow.com/catalog/product/shop-all//snowmobile-led-lighting-kit-w-xkchrome-rgb-controller-app

 

[Tossil]

Here are some of the build pictures.

 

[Tossil]

We ran into some shock install issues. I will update with what we finally went with once the build is completed.

Here are some of the pictures that were taken when the issues were being worked out.

 

[MrSled]

Looks like fun!! Great pics. Now if you could only get about 20 more HP.

 

[Tossil]

I haven't done anything to the engine yet, aside from adding a lightweight muffler. My daughter is 12, and this will be her first snowmobile, so keeping the power under control was a priority for me. We will see how it goes and maybe start trying to squeeze a few more HP out in a year or two.

Shock Update: Since the very rear track shock could not accommodate a QS3 shock, we purchased the rear shock from the Arctic Cat Blast Shock Upgrade Kit (8639-485) and will install that in place of the OEM shock. Rear Track Shock

Here are some new pictures they sent me today. All the lights, except the headlight and handguard lights, turn bright red when you hit the brakes.

I think it looks a little funny how the gas tank floats as it does. You would think that they would want it flush with the tunnel; doing that would certainly add some additional fuel capacity.