uofm
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Can anybody tell me wich Viper is the smoothest and best handling trail sled? I ride 85% trail or more. I am a simi agressive rider. I prefer smooth trails over rough trails. Help me out here because i read a lot of good things about each sled and a lot of bad things. Are the fox shocks to stiff is one of my biggest questions because i like the blue viper the best, but i do not want a sled that is fit for a snowcross or a 19 year old kid. By the way i am 50, i know old is a better word for it.
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Base rtx. Best trail sled IMO.
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Depends on how well groomed the trails are 129 for well groomed trails but the 137 bridges bumps better . Local dealer have demo to try?
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Get the DX model with regular coil overs on it. The SE's need to have the shocks sent out and revalved to ride well.
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The difference between the rtx and ltx when it comes to actual track surface contacting the ground is minimal at best, I believe it's a matter of maybe a couple inches, so there's no real bump bridging benefit from the 129" to the 137". I think an rtx dx would be a sweet sled for all around riding.
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The RTX DX and LTX DX are the best all around trail sleds. Softer suspension, taller windshield, heated seats and the coupled rear suspension for better cornering. In theory the LTX would bridge bumps better but there isn't much difference in the amount of track on the ground between the LTX and RTX.
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X3 on the RTX DX
uofm
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Can the Fox shocks be made, or revalved too be as good at riding as the coil overs?
My answer is yes. I think the Floats get a bad rap due to poor valving calibration.
And remember that trails are seldom flat and smooth unless you follow the groomer.
I agree TD but stock as is the DX is the smoother trail sled. Now re valved is a different story.
weasel33
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The fox shocks are wwwaaaayyyy better than the coil overs if properly valved!
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Can't speak for the coil overs but if you asked me after my first ride I'd a said the floats are not the best ride at all. After lowering the pressure and adjusting the front skid shock I think it's the best riding sled I've ever owned.
I never thought it would make so much of a difference but it certainly do. The sled is night and day.
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I agree as well. The key is to find a shop that has a good "shock guy" and then let them know your weight, riding style and what your looking for in ride quality.
Personally I usually have my sleds re-valved softer because I'm old and like a smoother ride!LOL
Bill
Remember guys it all depends on how you ride and personal preference. For instance I want a sport ride. That can take the dumb big hits without tossing me. Dont mind a little feel of the trail. I use the BMW vs Caddy comparison. I prefer the BMW ride even though I never had one!
Yup in the old days the diff between a 121" and 136" was greater. Today there is maybe 3" more track on the ground between them. Def the coil overs unless you want to re-valve.
