Time to upgrade 2007 Apex RTX

[jaydaniels]

Well been tossing around the idea of moving from the old SRX up to an Apex. Looking at a 2007 Apex RTX right now. Anything I should be looking out for on these sleds before purchasing? I have heard that the rear suspension is a bit harsh! The sled has about 2500 miles on it.

 

[FAMILYMAN]

I have a '07 RTX. I personally extended to a 136", soften the rear and put more transfer in it.

I put donuts in mine around 3k miles, so dont be suprised when you need to put them in.

I also changed the stock skis for powder hounds to help it float. The front end never has a problem getting out of the snow thats for sure.

Now the main complaint I have is the steering. It darts, and I am constinately changing pressure of the fox floats to adjust for it.

Its getting tore down this summer for new bushings and a few more tricks and see if I can get it dialed in better. Now has 3500 miles and front bushings are shot. Just checked them after last ride and didnt realize it.

Power is unblievable.

 

[pedros1983]

i have an 06 rtx. I think the 07 has the ck rear skid not sure though. I have a mono. snowtrackers are the answer for a dartless, F1 type steering.. awesome..

 

[thegrizzly1]

Familyman, I put a set of dartless on mine and it made all the difference in the world. There are other similar items out there. I highly suggest you try one. You won't be dissappointed!

Read the sticky in the APEX section about RTX vs. REV X package. A ton of great information about the PRO-Active rear skid in there.

The RTX is a great sled. Like the others, I agree, you should stretch it out. Too much enging for a short track IMHO.

Exh. donuts and wye pipes, general skid condition, and front A-arm bushings are the things I would check.

You will love the Fox Floats.

 

[ZR800EFI]

I have a '07 RTX. I personally extended to a 136", soften the rear and put more transfer in it.

I put donuts in mine around 3k miles, so dont be suprised when you need to put them in.

I also changed the stock skis for powder hounds to help it float. The front end never has a problem getting out of the snow thats for sure.

Now the main complaint I have is the steering. It darts, and I am constinately changing pressure of the fox floats to adjust for it.

Its getting tore down this summer for new bushings and a few more tricks and see if I can get it dialed in better. Now has 3500 miles and front bushings are shot. Just checked them after last ride and didnt realize it.

Power is unblievable.

Cobras from Qualipieces or Deuce from Studboy will get rid of the darting. Both work really well...but the Cobras are a single carbide.

Only takes a minute to check the pod for any codes that were thrown. Might want to do that.

 

[jaydaniels]

Thanks for the info. What kind of $$$ would you be looking at to change the exhaust donuts. Also, how do you check the 'pod' for codes?

 

[sherlock29]

I have an 07 rtx i bought new 2 years ago... love the sled... 9200 miles on her now.

things i did...

rebuilt suspension 3 times (wheels, shocks revalved, slides, etx..)
exhaust donuts ($80 for parts, then my time)
front bushings this past fall, all new bushings in rear..
chain case-bearings and gears
track is still the ripjunk, but will need a change soon.

all in all.... love the sled... bought a 40th because i love them soooo much...

i'd buy it.... not sure what price you can get it for but i would assume 7-8500.. depending on condition.

major upgrade from the srx... and the decals are the best factory ones on the snow.

cheers,

 

[ZR800EFI]

Donuts are around $20-25 each and there's 4 of them. A bit of a pain to change cause the seat, gas tank has to come off. Here's a step-by-step from RockerDan...

http://www.ty4stroke.com/viewtopic.php?t=52520

To check the pod (and reset):

http://www.ty4stroke.com/viewtopic.php?t=73896

And here's a list of error codes you may want to print off...but don't be alarmed if there's a code. Stuff like TORS or a sensor they forgot to plug in can happen easily...

http://www.ty4stroke.com/viewtopic.php?t=36172

 

[ahicks]

The Proactive seems to be a love/hate thing. I changed it out for another I know much better - that doesn't break parts.

Regarding the rest of the sled, you'll love it.

 

[jaydaniels]

Well the exhaust donuts don't seem too expensive. Overall, from what I'm reading they seem to be a great sled. I love my old SRX but looking for something with better suspension, electric start and reverse. Also, something a bit better on fuel. My SRX is pretty good compared to similar from that year but compared to the newer Doo SDI's and even the F7's is not great. Hopefully I can make the deal.