charlevoixboy
Veteran
I wasn't totally sure where to post this, so my apologies if it's in the wrong section!
First off, my current ride is a 1999 Arctic Cat Z370, so take that into account. But I have been on an RX1, '08 Rev 600, I own a Raptor 660 and have been on countless yamaha's dirtbikes (450 included.)
Yamaha had the demo rides in northern Michigan, and I had to be there! The Yamaha staff was very nice and took us on a full hour ride through open, tight, moguls, and twisty trails.
Demo sled 1: 2011 Yamaha Phazer GT
I immediately noticed the 500 twin's grunt off the bottom end. We took off on the ride and the Yammi felt comfortable and planted. Not too tippy, best way to describe is very "sport three-wheeler" feeling. Windshield blocked the wind from my face and body well (it was below 10* F we averaged 40MPH) Grips kept my hands toasty, even without guards on the bars. Standing up on the sled was comfortable and the suspension soaked the bumps accordingly. Only complaint was the heated grips/thumb setup, you have to repeatedly hit the button to get the desired setting, and it will start back at 0 if you push it one to many times. I liked the RX1 setup better.
Next ride: 2011 Phazer RTX
We stopped to swap and I lunged for the RTX! I had to ride the two back-to-back. The RTX had shields on the bars, seating felt the same. Taking off the RTX pulled just like the GT but felt "stiffer" and more dirtbike like. More of the bumps were felt, but the handling was more aggressive. It was VERY fun. The RTX handled the woops sections much better, and was more comfortable to stand up on. On corners the Phazer felt like it was on rails, and responded to body language very well. I didn't get off on the next switch.
Final ride: 2011 FX Nytro XTX
Holy mother of God, this sled made the Phazer feel like a child's toy. Power was EVERYWHERE. The 144 inch spanned the woops better, but was horrible to turn into corners, the hardest sled I have ever ridden. I assume it was because of the 144 inch track deciding it like to go in straight lines. It felt heavier than the Phazer, and less flick-able. In the tight sections, it felt like way too much sled. You rode the Phazer with the flipper to the bar, this sled you were barely getting into it. It was like a missile when you wanted to accelerate.
All in all, I really loved all the sleds for what they were worth. My personal favorite? The Phazer RTX, and hopefully I will have one in the stable by next winter.
First off, my current ride is a 1999 Arctic Cat Z370, so take that into account. But I have been on an RX1, '08 Rev 600, I own a Raptor 660 and have been on countless yamaha's dirtbikes (450 included.)
Yamaha had the demo rides in northern Michigan, and I had to be there! The Yamaha staff was very nice and took us on a full hour ride through open, tight, moguls, and twisty trails.
Demo sled 1: 2011 Yamaha Phazer GT
I immediately noticed the 500 twin's grunt off the bottom end. We took off on the ride and the Yammi felt comfortable and planted. Not too tippy, best way to describe is very "sport three-wheeler" feeling. Windshield blocked the wind from my face and body well (it was below 10* F we averaged 40MPH) Grips kept my hands toasty, even without guards on the bars. Standing up on the sled was comfortable and the suspension soaked the bumps accordingly. Only complaint was the heated grips/thumb setup, you have to repeatedly hit the button to get the desired setting, and it will start back at 0 if you push it one to many times. I liked the RX1 setup better.
Next ride: 2011 Phazer RTX
We stopped to swap and I lunged for the RTX! I had to ride the two back-to-back. The RTX had shields on the bars, seating felt the same. Taking off the RTX pulled just like the GT but felt "stiffer" and more dirtbike like. More of the bumps were felt, but the handling was more aggressive. It was VERY fun. The RTX handled the woops sections much better, and was more comfortable to stand up on. On corners the Phazer felt like it was on rails, and responded to body language very well. I didn't get off on the next switch.
Final ride: 2011 FX Nytro XTX
Holy mother of God, this sled made the Phazer feel like a child's toy. Power was EVERYWHERE. The 144 inch spanned the woops better, but was horrible to turn into corners, the hardest sled I have ever ridden. I assume it was because of the 144 inch track deciding it like to go in straight lines. It felt heavier than the Phazer, and less flick-able. In the tight sections, it felt like way too much sled. You rode the Phazer with the flipper to the bar, this sled you were barely getting into it. It was like a missile when you wanted to accelerate.
All in all, I really loved all the sleds for what they were worth. My personal favorite? The Phazer RTX, and hopefully I will have one in the stable by next winter.
xt_gt
TY 4 Stroke Junkie
wow, i'm impressed you liked the phazers so much not having ridden any before.
you either like them or hate them.
best of luck getting a yami in the garage & anything ?'s for pretty much any model, can be found on this awesome site. (TY rocks)
you either like them or hate them.
best of luck getting a yami in the garage & anything ?'s for pretty much any model, can be found on this awesome site. (TY rocks)
charlevoixboy
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Good to hear you like the phazer. I love riding my RTX. I wish they did demo rides around here.Hey thanks for coming to the demo rides. Glad to hear you like the phazer. That nytro that you rode wasnt set up the best. I rode it twice and didnt like the way it handled. Trust me theyre not all as bad as that one was. Properly tuned they are awesome. Thanks again for coming....
BTW before you give up on the nytro if your serious about gettting a new sled this year or next get ahold of me and you can test mine out...i promise it wont handle anything like the one you rode. Its a little longer track but you'll get the point.
mbw919
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Hey! Good to see you here on TY.charlevoixboy said:
charlevoixboy
Veteran
Glad to see you!
mbw919
Pro
You need to add '06 Vector GT and '09 GSX 600 E-TEC to the list of machines you have ridden. Although you didn't get a very good demo ride on the GSX, maybe Kathy will give you another chance this winter. Let's hope for some fresh snow!
charlevoixboy
Veteran
We definitely need some fresh powder! I wouldn't complain about any demo ride on her sled, it's so smooth, yet a kick in the pants when you need it.
rhoag
Expert
I got a chance to ride a Phazer yesterday...700 miles on it and all stock ... not a single tweak. It had 4" stock carbides and no ski pressure but, it was still very fun to ride in the tight twisties. I could see riding a well set-up one would be a blast.
I had an 09 Nyrto XTX and you can make it rail just takes a few parts and proper set-up. Mine railed but then I lost some big bump comfort.
I had an 09 Nyrto XTX and you can make it rail just takes a few parts and proper set-up. Mine railed but then I lost some big bump comfort.
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Port Perry Ontario Yamaha demo ride this coming Saturday (Jan 22nd)
Looking forward to trying out a Apex with the P.S. and maybe a couple others?
Was told, it is a good possibility, (but not for sure) that some 2012's might be there as well?
Looking forward to trying out a Apex with the P.S. and maybe a couple others?
Was told, it is a good possibility, (but not for sure) that some 2012's might be there as well?
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Irv said:
Where did you get the info so i can look out for one a bit closer to home?
I just might be making a trip out to port perry...
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yamahas said:
Do you mean about the possibility of some 2012's being there?
I can't say, but it is a good reliable source and please remember the person who told me also said "it is not a sure thing that some will be there" so if your driving from Ottawa, you may be disappointed
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Irv said:yamahas said:
Do you mean about the possibility of some 2012's being there?
I can't say, but it is a good reliable source and please remember the person who told me also said "it is not a sure thing that some will be there" so if your driving from Ottawa, you may be disappointed
I mean about the demo, if 2012's where there it would be a bonus.
