Yellowknife
TY 4 Stroke Master
My Yamaha dealer is lending me an Attak for 24 hours so I can put some miles on it and get a feel for it. For those that currently own one, what tips do you have for me to get the most out of my experience with it?
I have been on the Rev Platform for 3 seasons now, and it definitely suits my riding style and the terrain we have in Yellowknife. We do not have groomed trails, and only about 25% of our riding is on trails...and they are very rough with 2 to 3 foot moguls for most of them. The other 75% is riding on the lakes, there's a lot of water up here.
The rev really suits this terrain, however I'm a high miler...10,000 km's a season, and each seasons I go through 2 motor failures that usually result in a total of 2 months down time waiting for back-ordered parts from Bombardier.
I've been waiting for a manufacturer to come out with a comfortable and reliable sled. I already assume that the engine in the Attak is as reliable as you can get for a high miler. I'm more concered about the handling on our rough trails and handling in the deep powder that we get in the bay's on our lakes. No mountains here, but the snow gets deep and I like playing in it. I also go on long rides, 300 km's and there's no fuel stops along the way so I need to carry fuel no matter what I'm driving...and there's no rack on the Attak...also I hunt and fish, so I need a hitch to tow my boggan, and sometimes that boggan is loaded to the top with 5 caribou in it or god knows how much weight in wood.
I want your tips, concerns and comments negative or positive about this model so I can make the most out of my test ride. Be sure to keep in mind the terrain I ride in, and that I'm used to the Rev and so my expectations for handling are very high.
Thanks for all the help!
I have been on the Rev Platform for 3 seasons now, and it definitely suits my riding style and the terrain we have in Yellowknife. We do not have groomed trails, and only about 25% of our riding is on trails...and they are very rough with 2 to 3 foot moguls for most of them. The other 75% is riding on the lakes, there's a lot of water up here.
The rev really suits this terrain, however I'm a high miler...10,000 km's a season, and each seasons I go through 2 motor failures that usually result in a total of 2 months down time waiting for back-ordered parts from Bombardier.
I've been waiting for a manufacturer to come out with a comfortable and reliable sled. I already assume that the engine in the Attak is as reliable as you can get for a high miler. I'm more concered about the handling on our rough trails and handling in the deep powder that we get in the bay's on our lakes. No mountains here, but the snow gets deep and I like playing in it. I also go on long rides, 300 km's and there's no fuel stops along the way so I need to carry fuel no matter what I'm driving...and there's no rack on the Attak...also I hunt and fish, so I need a hitch to tow my boggan, and sometimes that boggan is loaded to the top with 5 caribou in it or god knows how much weight in wood.
I want your tips, concerns and comments negative or positive about this model so I can make the most out of my test ride. Be sure to keep in mind the terrain I ride in, and that I'm used to the Rev and so my expectations for handling are very high.
Thanks for all the help!
MajorGasAttak
Pro
Thats a lot to ask for so my advice is to read every post in this section! Either way you'll like the sled. Just remember you wont have time to dial it in to your exact weight and riding style. Just enjoy! 
Another thing you may have to watch out for since you ride off trail is snow comming over the windshield and spraying you in the face. Alot of people have chnged to a diffrent type of ski such as simmons to cure this problem. So dont let the snow comming over the hood be a negitive because that is easily fixed----Enjoy
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Make sure your dealer sets up the rear suspension for your weight!!!
Then you know what it really rides like!!!
I agree about it needing new skis for flotation, but thats easy!
Great sled!!!
BR
Then you know what it really rides like!!!
I agree about it needing new skis for flotation, but thats easy!
Great sled!!!
BR
trlbrkr
Extreme
First be warned the grip warmers are an issue that Yamaha is hopefully working on, second I have the rear shock on 3rd clip , preload on 1st setting and the RA 6 clcks from soft when riding the moguls ,front suspension soft at 4 1/2" I weigh 190 in my birthday suit , added begstom triple skegs and now I am happy with the ride . In deep lose snow it comes over the front , and fills the compartment in the nose. i added a tape rim that is working well but need a deflector to keep the snow from riding over the windshield . For pulling large loads I would go with the new 3 cylinder work sled
rupprider
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Yellowknife, do you really pull 5 caribou with a rev? How about the vk professional I think it's called. That sounds like it would be more up your alley, er valley.LOL Flat land farmer in ohio. RR Edit trlbkr said it first!
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Yellowknife, One thing, the Attack will need for your riding is a real 1.25" track. The ripsaw is not real good in the loose snow or powder. It tends to dig down, than allow for floatation, but you could just swap it with your dealer for a full paddle track.
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Yellowknife welcome to TY.
I read all your posts on Dootalk, this guy puts stuff to the extreem.
Dude hope to see you in the blue , the Apex is a nice ride.
Im sure the Attack will do fine for you in your terrain and conditions.
2 engines in 1 season, haha now your looking at a 5 year plus sled for the miles you put on.
Hows that huh?
Im sure you will have a blast on the Attack, enjoy .
Scott
I read all your posts on Dootalk, this guy puts stuff to the extreem.
Dude hope to see you in the blue , the Apex is a nice ride.
Im sure the Attack will do fine for you in your terrain and conditions.
2 engines in 1 season, haha now your looking at a 5 year plus sled for the miles you put on.
Hows that huh?
Im sure you will have a blast on the Attack, enjoy .
Scott
TT670
Expert
Im not an Attak owner but I did sleep at a Holiday Inn Express last night LOL. I know the Apex/Attak tow a load pretty good, it was effortless to tow my REV with my 250# buddy on it for almost 100 miles but. Im not sure about 5 caribou and a load of firewood.. you might want to look into an F350 with a set of mattracks on it for that., I hope youre exaggerating just a little cause thats a hell of a load for any sled, which might explain your REV issues, maybe ViperER is right. 
...lol I dont think deep snow will be a problem, Ive found both the apex and attak climb up on top of the snow pretty good, better than a rev or renegade IMO but I think its more track speed than sled design thats making that possible.. You'll love it on the lakes and less beat up trails but its not going to compare to the REV in 3 foot chop.
...lol I dont think deep snow will be a problem, Ive found both the apex and attak climb up on top of the snow pretty good, better than a rev or renegade IMO but I think its more track speed than sled design thats making that possible.. You'll love it on the lakes and less beat up trails but its not going to compare to the REV in 3 foot chop.
The Attak ain,t that good in deep snow & i don,t think switching tracks will help. Mine trenches like crazy in powder even after playing with the suspension. My Simons skiis help keep the front up on top nicely. Also a lot of track vibration at high speeds in deep snow. Otherwise the sled works well.
zipclean
Expert
DIDO!
My advice is ride it exactly how and where you ride your REV, then you can best see what you are getting. I have a REV, and went with the Attak because I thought it fit me as good, and maybe even better than the REV chassis, it gets awesome gas milage, you don't have to worry about running out of oil on long trips, and the engine is awesome. I fell like I gave up nothing from the REV to gain the gas milage, oil free, maintenance free 4 stroke engine.
CT4Stroke
Newbie
New Attack Owner
I been riding an 03 Rev 800X from day one. The sled blew up in late December and I have been far from happy with BRP's responsiveness. I had the chance to ride an Attack the same weekend my rev blew up and I think Yamaha finally got it right. BRP's lack of support helped me easily decide what to do.
I went out and bought an Attack the following week and I could not be happier. I was finally able to find some snow this past weekend in the north east to break in the new yami.
This sled rocks!!!
Don't get me wrong - I loved the performance of my rev and the rev still has an edge when ditch bangin. Other than that I would say the Attack owns the rev.
The engine performance is awesome, huge powerband, super smooth and with the fuel injection I get a easy cold and hot starts, awesome throttle response, apox 40% better gas milage than my rev and no oil consumpsion or 2 stroke smoke clouds.
I've ridden the Warrior and early RX-1's and did not like them. Chassis felt to heavy, handeling sucked and suspension was awful. The Attack feels completely different. Chassis feels lighter, more responsive the the front suspension soaked up all the bumbs I could throw at it. Seating position is up high and moved forward. Not as far forward as the rev - but you can move up closer to the tank to get more of the rev feel. I can also comfortably ride the bumbs and twisties in the standing position. Although, my feet felt flater and more secure under the rev toe holds than on the attack when standing.
In contrast - I find that there are more riding positions on the Attack the on the rev. With the rev you either sit in one position or stand. On the Attack I felt I could sit in the mid seat where the sled wants me to be naturaly, I can also streach back and legs out front for long crusing trails (cant do that on the rev), I can sit up toward the bars and tank comfortably with feet under my knees, and I can also stand comfortably for extend periods of time.
It is not dificult to stand on the Attack and it's comfortable to ride standing in the bumps and twisties, but the seating to standing position is more natural on the rev and I felt a bit tighter on the rev while standing.
Because I like to ride various types of terrain I prefer the Attack. I have not yet jumped this sled off of anyting too high, but I would feel confident to do so. Flying over some hill crests on a powerline trail this weekend emphasized the awesome performance of the chassis and suspension. Its well ballanced in the air and lands super smooth. In the 1-2 foot bumps this sled is great, carries large stutter bumps at 60-80mph very nicly. I accelerated in the worst part of these types of corners like I would on my rev and the sled shined. I think the long track really helps spread the ride over the bumps too. No regrets!!!
The Attack is Not a Rev and is definatly a heavier sled. If you're primairly doing jumping, looking for big air or ditch bangin - stick with the rev. If your riding various types of terrain and still need to jump and ride some ditches and you looking for improvment in overall performace from the Rev the Attack might be for you. Don't pass up the oppertunity to ride one if you get the chance.
In my opinion, the Attack is the best all around sled I have ever ridden.
I been riding an 03 Rev 800X from day one. The sled blew up in late December and I have been far from happy with BRP's responsiveness. I had the chance to ride an Attack the same weekend my rev blew up and I think Yamaha finally got it right. BRP's lack of support helped me easily decide what to do.
I went out and bought an Attack the following week and I could not be happier. I was finally able to find some snow this past weekend in the north east to break in the new yami.
This sled rocks!!!
Don't get me wrong - I loved the performance of my rev and the rev still has an edge when ditch bangin. Other than that I would say the Attack owns the rev.
The engine performance is awesome, huge powerband, super smooth and with the fuel injection I get a easy cold and hot starts, awesome throttle response, apox 40% better gas milage than my rev and no oil consumpsion or 2 stroke smoke clouds.
I've ridden the Warrior and early RX-1's and did not like them. Chassis felt to heavy, handeling sucked and suspension was awful. The Attack feels completely different. Chassis feels lighter, more responsive the the front suspension soaked up all the bumbs I could throw at it. Seating position is up high and moved forward. Not as far forward as the rev - but you can move up closer to the tank to get more of the rev feel. I can also comfortably ride the bumbs and twisties in the standing position. Although, my feet felt flater and more secure under the rev toe holds than on the attack when standing.
In contrast - I find that there are more riding positions on the Attack the on the rev. With the rev you either sit in one position or stand. On the Attack I felt I could sit in the mid seat where the sled wants me to be naturaly, I can also streach back and legs out front for long crusing trails (cant do that on the rev), I can sit up toward the bars and tank comfortably with feet under my knees, and I can also stand comfortably for extend periods of time.
It is not dificult to stand on the Attack and it's comfortable to ride standing in the bumps and twisties, but the seating to standing position is more natural on the rev and I felt a bit tighter on the rev while standing.
Because I like to ride various types of terrain I prefer the Attack. I have not yet jumped this sled off of anyting too high, but I would feel confident to do so. Flying over some hill crests on a powerline trail this weekend emphasized the awesome performance of the chassis and suspension. Its well ballanced in the air and lands super smooth. In the 1-2 foot bumps this sled is great, carries large stutter bumps at 60-80mph very nicly. I accelerated in the worst part of these types of corners like I would on my rev and the sled shined. I think the long track really helps spread the ride over the bumps too. No regrets!!!
The Attack is Not a Rev and is definatly a heavier sled. If you're primairly doing jumping, looking for big air or ditch bangin - stick with the rev. If your riding various types of terrain and still need to jump and ride some ditches and you looking for improvment in overall performace from the Rev the Attack might be for you. Don't pass up the oppertunity to ride one if you get the chance.
In my opinion, the Attack is the best all around sled I have ever ridden.
cameljockey
Pro
what he said!!!! 
Sno Cat
Expert
Yellowknife:
Good luck on your demo ride, you'll love it, I've got 900 mi. on mine & it's sweet. Don't eliminate the RTX as an option either, it's a little better handling in the twisties but not as smooth as the Attak in the chop. In contrast to what trlbrkr said, my hand warmers are very toasty. As w/any sled, calibration for your wieght & riding style is key. Enjoy the ride!
Good luck on your demo ride, you'll love it, I've got 900 mi. on mine & it's sweet. Don't eliminate the RTX as an option either, it's a little better handling in the twisties but not as smooth as the Attak in the chop. In contrast to what trlbrkr said, my hand warmers are very toasty. As w/any sled, calibration for your wieght & riding style is key. Enjoy the ride!
