Adjusted my strap to the 3rd hole (middle) Any changes?

[Irv]

I went to change my strap setting to the second hole today but seen it was already in there?(is that the factory setting or has it been adjusted?)

When I see it was in the second hole, I lowered it to the 3rd hole, (or middle hole)

Just curious, with doing this what all have I affected?

I am assuming a little hard steering but will it not stay a little flatter in the corners now as well?
Also, by doing this, will any suspension or other adjustmensts be required?

This lack of snow is killing me so I thought I'd play around a bit today, not sure if I made the right decision or not by playing with my limiter strap?

 

[779cookies]

Your steering should be lighter not stiffer, you are taking weight off the skis by going down one hole.

 

[NY AttakGT]

Shorter limiter strap=more ski pressure/less transfer
Longer limiter strap=less ski pressure/more transfer

Usually changing any settings (front shocks, limiter strap, transfer rod)...would require tweaking of the other setting to get everything spot-on. Unless everything else was spot on and you were just looking for a little more ski pressure.

 

[Irv]

Shorter limiter strap=more ski pressure/less transfer
Longer limiter strap=less ski pressure/more transfer

Usually changing any settings (front shocks, limiter strap, transfer rod)...would require tweaking of the other setting to get everything spot-on. Unless everything else was spot on and you were just looking for a little more ski pressure.

Thanks NYAGT, thought it would make the steering a little harder but thought I'd try it and see if it is what I am after?

Just curious, if you know, is the factory setting usually in the first hole or do they always come in the second?

Thanks.

 

[NY AttakGT]

Just curious, if you know, is the factory setting usually in the first hole or do they always come in the second?

Thanks.

Don quote me on this, but I believe the 3rd hole is how it comes from the factory. Meaning, you can let it out one more hole (more transfer) OR tighten it 2 holes (more ski pressure).

Maybe someone else can 100% confirm?

 

[ragdoll]

As I had that sled from new Irv, I can tell you the limiter strap setting was never changed.

 

[Irv]

As I had that sled from new Irv, I can tell you the limiter strap setting was never changed.

Thanks Mike, I assumed it was the second hole from the factory but just wanted to make sure.

With me putting it to the 3rd hole, I doubt there will be much change but I am curious just the same.

 

[blueironranger]

I know it makes a big difference on my phazer, 3rd/middle hole is perfect for trails, 2nd hole (one set looser/longer) and it turns into a wheelie machine/cornering ski lifter that works great for off-trail.

 

[Irv]

I know it makes a big difference on my phazer, 3rd/middle hole is perfect for trails, 2nd hole (one set looser/longer) and it turns into a wheelie machine/cornering ski lifter that works great for off-trail.

That is what I am after, hope my Vector is the same as your Phazer!

 

[torszula]

how much difference does one hole make? If you go fom 1 to 2 will the difference be that noticeable?

 

[4strokeluvr111]

Another idea to reduce lift would be to tighten your ski springs. Tighter springs = less sway and you'll also get smaller increments of ski pressure vs. the big change that moving a limiter strap can make.

A heavier swaybar would help too = less lean but the ride can be stiffer.

Can't speak for the late model Vector's but does anybody else think the stock ski springs are just a little on the light side? Maybe a dual rate spring...didn't the Viper era Yamaha's have dual rate springs in front?

 

[Irv]

Another idea to reduce lift would be to tighten your ski springs. Tighter springs = less sway and you'll also get smaller increments of ski pressure vs. the big change that moving a limiter strap can make.

A heavier swaybar would help too = less lean but the ride can be stiffer.

Can't speak for the late model Vector's but does anybody else think the stock ski springs are just a little on the light side? Maybe a dual rate spring...didn't the Viper era Yamaha's have dual rate springs in front?

I disagree with the bold, tightening your springs will raise the a-arms up and contribute to ski lift in the corners.

It has been written (and proven) countless times on here that the flatter you can get your a-arms the flatter the turns will be.

Mine are currently as loose as possible (without coming out or being loose if I get some air) and it makes for far better handling/cornering than when they were much tighter.

I am considering a 13mm sway bar but at this point I am not sure I want to invest anymore money into my sled due to the lack of riding time! (ex-snow)