RS Frequently Asked Questions

[MrSled]

Below are the direct thread links to many of the frequently asked questions. Feel free to direct other site members to this thread where their questions have already been answered by our outstanding site members.

Engine
Starter Gear & One Way Clutch Inspection
Stator Replacement Video
Carb Sync Video

Clutching
Helix # Reference Charts
How to install a Ulmer Clutch kit

Belts
How to change your belt
What Belt to Use
Yamaha Belt Alternative

Carbides
Bergstrom
Carbide advice
Is 6" too much for non studded Apex?
Stock ski carbide replacement
Stud Boy Deuce

Electrical Gremlins
Dead Dash Display
Grounding points INSIDE harness-no crank and no fuel pump

Error Codes
Full List of Error Codes with Descriptions
Error Code #35
Reseting Codes on Gauge Pod

Exhaust
Exhaust Donuts & Y Pipes....Step by step

Fuel
How to test my AEM Air Fuel Gauge

Fluids
Chain Case: How to Change Oil
Chain Case: Which Lube Should/Can I Use?
Engine Oil: How much oil after change?
Engine Oil: Tips on first oil change
Engine Oil: Which Oil Should/Can I Use? and Another Thread on same topic
Steering Lubrication
Engine Oil: Reset Oil Change Meter on newer RS Vectors

Handguards
Pictures of Various Installed Handguards
Rox Handguards for Apex/Attak with pictures
Skinz Handguards

Handlebars
Handwarmer Fix from Nos-Dan
Rs Vector /Apex loose steering fix
Handwarmer Upgrade to 06 Models with Installation Instructions
2010 and up Vector Max Riser Height w/out cable ext

Idler Wheels
Dennis Kirk Idler Wheel Solution with Pictures and part numbers
Polaris Wheels
Ski-Doo Wheels guide but also try Ski-Doo Specifics from site members Rex & maddogjeff
Upgrading Your Idler Wheels

Luggage Options


Manuals
Must be VIP

Miscellaneous
General Bearing Maintenance
Battery Charging when Sled is not in Use
Gear Change Instructions with Pictures
Jackshaft Bearing Change Instructions
Jackshaft and Drivehaft Bearing re-grease
Premium or Regular Gas?
Rear Heat Exchanger installation instructions with pics
Replacement Bright Light Bulbs
Should I Install a Skid Plate?
What is Engine Breaking?
Yamaheater Handwarmers
Y.E.S. Warranty Worth it?


Skis
C&A Razor setup
How to Shim Your Skis with pictures
Slydogs with Bergstrom Triple Points
Pilot Ski Review with part numbers
Simmons on a GT


Studs
Studding a 2010 Vector LTX
Outside center belt
Pattern: 144 with pictures
Pattern discussion
Pattern for Mono Shock
People not studding Apex/Attak models and To Stud or not to Stud
Studding FAQ or Apex FAQ
What to do about stud tear out

Suspension
2011 Apex/Vector Lubrication
Single Shot Shock Set-Up
Idler wheels,2 bolt mounts,Mono skid fixes
Big Boy Spring Part Numbers and Sizes
Hyfax Options: OEM, Graphite, or Aftermarket?
Mono Shock Set-Up Charts
Adjusting your Transfer Rod
Tool to Adjust your Transfer Rod
Removing Your Mono Shock Suspension
Setting Ride Height on Apex GT
Front Suspension bushing replacement

Sway Bar
How to Install a Sway Bar

Tracks
Understanding Track Length and Pitches Changing the Track
Track Options
Track Recommendations
Replacement options for Rip Saw

 

[Irv]

Thanks Mr. Sled

 

[MrSled]

Thanks Mr. Sled

Your welcome... if you or anyone has more to add... just say the word

 

[yamadot]

having trouble starting my 08 vector ltx on cold mornings turn the key and just clicking noise any ideas for a fix

 

[MrSled]

having trouble starting my 08 vector ltx on cold mornings turn the key and just clicking noise any ideas for a fix

Moisture in the relay... change the ignition relay near your left foot under the panel.

 

[yamadot]

not sure where the ignition relay is.on my 08 vector if i put some dielectric grease on the relay would that help or if i get a new one will that solve anymore problems

 

[MrSled]

not sure where the ignition relay is.on my 08 vector if i put some dielectric grease on the relay would that help or if i get a new one will that solve anymore problems

You would need a new one in most cases. There is usually 4 relays near the left foot well.

 

[yamadot]

Would they be on throttle side foot well witch one is it?

 

[MrSled]

Would they be on throttle side foot well witch one is it?

Should be on the brake side... or clutch side under the plastic.

 

[yamadot]

Thanks for the help this is a great site

 

[speedy123]

Mr Sled posted a list of error codes in 2011?

Mr Sled posted a list of error codes in 2011 under the sticky faq-would these be the same for 2012 sleds, also would there be diff codes for say the vector than the apex or are the codes the same for all?

Thanks!

 

[MrSled]

I will try and take a look later this week and see if I can be sure they are the same.

 

[mikeyrules]

codes

Cant seem to find what error code is f-001 or f-007,anyone know where to find that..?

 

[chuckpp]

adjusting suspension on 2012 vector rs ltx

Just wondering where I can find a set up for f my 2012 ltx vector the book tell you how to adjust but doesn't tell you what all the adjustments do or maybe somewhere I can read about what all the adjustments do..

tks chuckj

 

[maim]

oil change link not working tom.