Cobra Vs. Predator

[number1kyster]

I'm getting ready to buy a new track for my 07 RTX. I ran the Cobra on my last Apex and loved it for about 3-4,000 miles before all the lugs wore down and bent. Right now I can get a 1.25" predator for $100 less. If there a substantial performance difference between the two? I run unstudded. Which track will last longer?

 

[12pointer]

I have a cobra on my vector GT and I love it !! I have about 2000 miles on it unstudded.

 

[sleddog66]

I have the cobra and love it.....but.....I have heard that the predator does not kill the top end like the cobra

 

[Teamblue4]

I like the Ripsaw better than the Cobra. The lugs on Cobra are to soft.

 

[JROCK]

predator will be more durable harder lug track! Have very good luck with them. Hook good in all conditions

 

[THKSNOW]

3-4,000 and you are Happy?

Port Yamaha recommended that I get the Ripsaw II when I replace my track. The original track (Ripsaw) is wearing like iron (almost 16,000 miles) with no rips tears or lugs missing -- with no studs. I'm sure I'll be changing it out next year to the Ripsaw II.

 

[kinger]

Predator is awesome. Had both cobra is better at braking and predator has better top end. Both great tracks. I think the predator is more durable.

 

[number1kyster]

How is the side bit on the Predator? Actually liked that my Cobra would slide in the corners. It eliminated a lot of inside ski lift.

 

[Redbeard]

If anyone is interested in a Ripsaw II, it's now offered in 121-128 -136" 2.52. I just installed a 136" on my Apex, so this winter will be my first run with that track line. There is no 144" track yet.

The Camoplast website claims the Ripsaw II is a blend of the Ripsaw I, Predator and Cobra.

Here is a post from another member about this track earlier this year:

http://ty4stroke.com/viewtopic.php?t=120401&highlight=