Your next sled is going to be???

[markt111]

My next sled could be an Arctic Cat 858 129" for the tighter trails if the right buyer takes over AC. I hear they are making near 180HP with the precision tune and it seems like the kinks have been figured out.... we shall see

I also have over 8000 miles on my SW so that could get upgraded as well, it is set up so good and has been so dependable that I hate to get rid of it!!

 

[stgdz]

I would be leary of the QC issues I have seen with the new cat sleds.

 

[Fast]

My next sled could be an Arctic Cat 858 129" for the tighter trails if the right buyer takes over AC. I hear they are making near 180HP with the precision tune and it seems like the kinks have been figured out.... we shall see

I also have over 8000 miles on my SW so that could get upgraded as well, it is set up so good and has been so dependable that I hate to get rid of it!!

It was the slowest out of 3,polaris being the fastest then skidoo then cat plus all the issues they been having

 

[Fords4life]

My next sled is already here, 2024 polaris switchback 850 xc its so playfull and always fun with the uncoupled rear suspension, like Mcdonalds slogan say's "just loving it" best of all polaris blow'n em out the door for $11995.00 for a brand new sled with 2 years of warranty.

 

[1049triple]

Will keep my 2x 998 turbo for the trail for the next 40 years. Should last until there lol. Next sled will be a used Norseman 6000 for the sugar shack, or a Polaris 850 146 or 155 for off trail riding.

 

[earthling]

I wouldn't get rid of the winder for anything that is currently available, I might pick up a VR-1 Boost to see what that's like but honestly, the next toy will probably be a cross cart or a Sierra Echo-R.

 

[STAIN]

I went with my friend to pick up his new Ski-Doo Renegade Enduro 900R. It had the big screen. It was a pretty nice sled I have to say, the shocks look like they could use an upgrade, but it is something I could ride if I HAD to.

 

[putz21]

I'm planning on staying with my two Sidewinders for many years to come with my '23 LTX LE and '25 XTX LE, both having Power Steering. With the '25 XTX LE having power steering, it really is the perfect sled with its easy steering, great hookup, very playful lifting skis up at any point, and the rear suspension.....Yamaha just nailed it. It is by far my favorite sled. I had a buddy jump on my '25 XTX LE yesterday (who has been a Ski-doo fan his entire life, always knocked Yamaha, current Ski-doo 900T) and he came off of it and absolutely loved it! Right before he jumped on mine, he rode my brother's Polaris Assault 146 and he did not like it at all and rode pretty rough in the rear. So for me, I will be taking great care of the two in my stable as I just don't like anything else out there in the 4-stroke segment. Yamaha absolutely nailed the combination of the '25 XTX LE.

 

[STAIN]

Yamaha absolutely nailed the combination of the '25 XTX LE.

I have been looking for one of these, getting hard to find and when you do they want full retail.
The nearest one to me is 8 hours away.

 

[putz21]

I have been looking for one of these, getting hard to find and when you do they want full retail.
The nearest one to me is 8 hours away.

I'm sure these are going to be very hard to find. Dealer told me these were probably the least amount made for 2025. If you can find one, you won't be disapointed.

 

[STAIN]

My ONLY concern with that model was the ability to run tight trails.
I wish I could ride one to compare to the 137's and 129's I have owned.
I have heard that the 146 gives the best ride of the 3 but can't confirm myself, maybe you can elaborate.
What rear shocks did the 25's come with? The front are QS3's, correct? Not the QS3r's.

 

[Fords4life]

There is always the cat version...riot 9000 with power steering and electric shocks, still some sitting in crates if you look around.

 

[STAIN]

There is always the cat version...riot 9000 with power steering and electric shocks, still some sitting in crates if you look around.

Those all come with electric shocks, not something I really want.
Does the XTX LE have electric shocks also?

 

[putz21]

My ONLY concern with that model was the ability to run tight trails.
I wish I could ride one to compare to the 137's and 129's I have owned.
I have heard that the 146 gives the best ride of the 3 but can't confirm myself, maybe you can elaborate.
What rear shocks did the 25's come with? The front are QS3's, correct? Not the QS3r's.

I mainly ride in Northern Wisconsin in which we have a lot of tight twisty trails and usually take one trip up to the U.P. The tight twisties are not a concern and easily stays planted and the ease of power steering makes it so much more enjoyable in the tight stuff. The 146 soaks up any rough trails so much better than the 137 does and just provides a much smoother and comfy ride. The hook up is much better on the 146 as well compared to the 137. The '25 XTX LE comes with the iQS QS3's, which I didn't think I was going to like compared to the QS3r's on the LTX LE, however, I love the ability to change on the fly when the trail conditions change. I mainly ride on Medium, but when trails get rough, quickly change to Firm and the sled just soaks up the rough stuff. Riding on Soft is like sitting on a couch. The first thing I did though was change the Front Skid Shock to a Fox QS3 Kashima that comes on the LTX LE. I put the 160/250 dual rate spring on it and keep the clicker at 2. Rides awesome. The fun factor of lifting the skis at will over any mogul or hill is super fun on this sled.

 

[STAIN]

Shoot, for some reason I thought they came with plain QS3's
I may start looking for Riots, they seem to be more plentiful and cheaper also.
Country Cat has a 24 Riot for 14,999 out the door. Too bad they are 23 hours away.....