Vector gt vs viper ltx

[Il cin769]

Ok guys I've been asking a lot of questions on a viper now I'm asking myself what the heck
I currently have a 2010 vector gt 5800 miles I have a chance to get into a 2015 viper ltx with 400 miles for the money and it still has warranty,
I've never rode a viper
Nothing wrong with my vector
A ) am I stupid or do I just have the " can't take it" bug
B ) keep the vector and maybe stretch to 137?
Opinions ?
Mainly trail ride in Wisconsin might make new trails but not often and very little ditch bang if any

 

[SnoNinja]

I would strongly consider what type of riding position you like. I went from a 2002 SXR to the LTX. First impression on the Viper was how much better I like the riding position. I have zero leg or back soreness after getting off the Viper after a hard day of riding. It is very stable trail riding but it does sit higher and you do use more body English when riding it. I haven't ridden a Vector, but I would consider it more of a sit down and cruise type sled in comparison to the Viper that is just as happy with the rider standing, and begs for rider input. If you are happy with your Vector and like the sit down and cruise feel, I would ride a Viper before you jump in and purchase. I rode my cousins turbo Viper one time, and was sold on the rider position. I have ridden an RX1 with a raised seat, and I would think that would be similar to the Vector. For aggressive riding on trail, and off trail playing around I like the Viper. As far the the suspension goes, once properly set up (skid shocks revalved) the suspension is incredible. Very plush on the trails and still handles the big stuff.

My wife rode my LTX and she isn't sold on the rider position. Likes the suspension and heated seat, but could really care less about the motor. She preferes a more sit back ride than the Viper so she will be on a 2016 Vector LE this year.

Good luck with your decision

 

[4strokeluvr111]

Two different sleds in many respects. Seeing that you can ride a Viper (it's not a new sled) before you buy it I guess I don't understand wanting to buy it before you ride it.

Now if it was a long track Vector vs. your GT...or an Apex vs. your GT, IMO one could make that decision without riding it. The sleds are similar enough.

 

[THKSNOW]

From my experience you better ride one (newer Viper) before you buy one. My son bought a 2014 128" Viper last year. I rode it 1 time only and could not wait to get back on my Attak. It's a totally different riding style from what I was used to. I did not like the way it rode and it felt top heavy to me --It felt like I was riding a 4-wheeler.

 

[Sevey]

I used to own a 10 Vector and have ridden the new Viper many times. I am going to mirror Thnksnow's comment. You really need to ride one to see how it feels. The riding position on the Viper is totally different than the Vec. You will gravitate to one or the other very quickly. The engine on the Viper will feel very familiar. For me, the riding position of the Viper is way more comfortable and would let me ride it all day with little fatigue. I found the Vector to be a bear in comparison. I have done many things to my Nytro to get it to ride as comfortable as a Viper. Good luck. MS

 

[sxr70001]

The viper does require more rider input than a vector or apex, but you get used to it. One of my riding buddies has a vector and we switch back and forth sometimes. The vector is a nice smooth trail sled, but I feel like I am sitting straight up on it with my knees nearly parallel to the ground. Just personal preference, but the viper fits me a lot better as I am taller and it is much easier to transition to standing on it when you see the bumps coming.

 

[4StrokeAddict]

I have switched from a XTC to a Apex and finally a viper. I have no experience with a vector. I'm assuming a vector has a closer riding position to an Apex. I also have a bad back and can tell you that the Viper is the best seating position I have experienced. I sat on a lot of sleds from all brands prior to purchasing my Viper. The beauty of the Viper is that you are in a natural position. Your body takes bumps better in this position than when slumped over. Standing is very easy and the viper couldn't care less if you are sitting or standing. Despite its more top heavy initial impression, you adapt to it very quickly and naturally and it it soon (about a day of riding) feels very comfortable and natural. My mom got off her Apex, tried my viper and refused to give it back to me. She is short, but said the sled fit her much better. She loved how natural the Viper rode. Though I don't agree with the comparison, she said it felt more like the XTC that she loved so much, just a bit higher. Since she is short, body English may not be as big of a deal for her but she wasn't riding very hard either.

The problem with sleds is that they are completely personal preference. What is right for me may not be right for you. The best advice anyone could give is to try one before purchasing.