Starting issues in -30 C

[northern srx]

I have the same setup as SSB on my '06 RTX. The ability to shut off the fuel pump and prevent flooding due to the motor not spinning over fast enough in very cold temp's is very helpful. I've gone as far as to remove the side panel and manually rotate the motor over a few times before even trying to start the sled in frigid temp's to help break it free!!!

 

[WinderFab]

My friend has a 2011 XTX and had starting issues in Quebec colder than -15F. In 2012 he contacted a old friend in Yamaha and found out that there was updated mapping available for Canada dealers but not for US dealers. I see your in Ontario (Fabio), so I would push your dealer for the update. My friend didn’t want to ship his ECM to corp Yamaha, US dealers weren’t allowed to have the map. Had to do with the two divisions and maybe licensing. It my understanding that the updated map was included in 2013 and up models.He currently uses a 100watt heater on the outside of the oil tank. Some times torching the thermostat also helps to cheat the water temp sensor. The map is too rich at very cold temperatures IMO.

Well I called two dealers today and both said that there was no such thing lol.. I’m gonna further look into this, thanks..