Rode the Phazer GT today

[YamFX]

First a big thank-you to Shawn and the staff at Preferred Powersports of Syracuse in New York. They were awesome. I really liked the sled. I did not notice the vibrations some people have mentioned. It was a GT and not the FX but it handle the bumps well, the suspension was abit soft for me but I would buy the FX. I like the power, not the snap of a 2 stroke but still good power for the size of the engine in my opinion. I found it to be a very fun sled to ride. I did notice some kick at times from the rear end but this is a pre-production sled and the I did not make any adjustments to the suspension for me. I really like it.

 

[fx-treme]

i'm sure the production sleds with efi and suspension modifications will be smooth and quick. can't wait to try it out.

 

[RJH]

Thanks

Not the snap ....

When you hit the gas - did the tach snap to 11000 - and the sled gained speed slow?

or

Or did the tach stay well below max rpm - when you "hit it" from mid range? Then slowly gain speed?

 

[turboseamus]

I rode a GT in Colebrooke NH, I loved the handling and weight, but it did not wind all that quick. I dont think I saw 10,000, but I was in a group of sleds. The rep said there would be changes to the efi and suspension before fall. If it had a quicker reving engine or more HP I might buy one.

 

[Warden]

Well...I guess that's not too bad of a review. I really like the Phazer for its size and strangely enough, it's looks. I'll probably wait till 08 to get the mountain lite. I imagine there will be a few bugs the first year.

Thanx guys…keep the reviews coming.

 

[BoB101[H]]

For a sled that has close to the same power to wieght ratio as my old Exciter, this thing has none of the "snap". After riding in Muni on Sat I have to say that I love the new frame and it has an awesome suspension. It is just a pooch. I really hope that they can remap the EFI to get some snap out of it... but this might just be what 4 stroke twins do compared to 4 stroke tripples. I love the idea of a lightwieght sled as my old exciter was a blast to ride, but I need some snap going from corner to corner, and right now the Phazer just doesn't have it.

 

[yamahey]

The old Exciters were more than 80HP, weren't they? Sure felt like it. One of my most favorite sleds ever was the Exciter SX the last year.

 

[BA]

I also rode in munising. First off, what a COOL EVENT. I had the master plan all written up - new Phazer Mountain Lite for the little lady next year (and for me when she doesn't ride) The mountain lite was kept in the stable due to conditions, but I did ride the fx, gt, and venture lite.

Totally disappointed by the rough power delivery and lack of engine spunk. Perhaps I'm not an 80hp sled type of guy, but I was hoping for a little more.

Also noted the big differences between the 3 cyl's and the 4cyl's. Not a lot of torque on the bottom end of the 4 cyl. (not to mention the clutch doesn't engage until 3.5-4k rpms) She sure wants to run once you get her going, though. Apex had very light steering, very strange when compared to a rs rage or rs venture (my current sled) - must be better front to rear balance.

The 3 cyl also feels like there is a garage door spring on the throttle cable compared to the 4 cyl. (carb vs. efi, I suppose)

Everything else with the phazers was very promising - chassis, ergos, etc.

Mr. Yamaha: Give me a 136", rider forward, and at least a 3 cylinder EFI engine. I'm having to consider the unthinkable for next season - a doo 600 sdi renegade as a placeholder for the 08 yamaha's.

BA

 

[impalapower]

Mr. Yamaha: Give me a 136", rider forward, and at least a 3 cylinder EFI engine.

An Attack GT would be the ticket for you.

 

[BA]

Exactly, except for the $$$$$$$$ and the fact I don't "need" 150 hp.

I rode an attak in munising also, not sure if it was the GT or not. No doubt, it's a nice sled.

 

[treemax]

I see a 600doo sdi in my future as well just don't like the weight of my vector. 2005 vector ohlin rear shock power madds 96 picks silverstar bulbs deuce bars 5 year warranty $5000 takes it 2000 miles