ZX2 set ups

[rxrider]

Kinger - your way would be the best way to find the preload needed

 

[yammi]

I'm 210 dressed and thought 4 or 5 would be appropriate also before I even rode it until Mr Boivin told me to start out with no preload. That's why I compromised with 3 and went down from there. Sit in aside (which I agree with and will try) do you think it's possible that a higher preload might make this skid more comfortable all around? By the way, even at 0 preload, I've yet to bottom, very nice!

 

[kinger]

Yes a higher preload can make the skid more comfortable because you stay in the soft zone of the variable compression shock longer. Its completely opposite of any other skid I have tried messing with.

Only down side is that if you get it too high on the small stutter bumps it will not compress and be rough and stiff. Do the sit in technique and then try getting it to ride like you want with the revolver.

Have fun and post the results back if you find something you really like. One thing no one here has messed with is the limit strap yet. Were all learning so keep posting!

 

[rxrider]

If my brain still works, I remember the manual said to leave the limiter straps as delivered on the 121 and 136 skids. Have to read it again to be absolutely sure about it.

 

[Kevin Garceau]

If I still hve my RTX next year thinking of going this route.

Will the skid perform well with my fat #*$&@ on it? 300lbs geared up?

 

[Shane]

If my brain still works, I remember the manual said to leave the limiter straps as delivered on the 121 and 136 skids. Have to read it again to be absolutely sure about it.

Your brain is working fine rxrider! I spoke to Dennis to confirm this and yes, do not touch limiter in 121 and 136 applications. All adjustments should be made using the pre-load on rear shocks, the transfer and coupling revolver and your front shocks. I for one am still getting it dialed, looking forward to going to Canada again this coming weekend and spending significant time getting the sled finally figured out for set up. Don't get me wrong, this skid rides like none other it just takes time to get it all working in sync.

 

[Shane]

If I still hve my RTX next year thinking of going this route.

Will the skid perform well with my fat #*$&@ on it? 300lbs geared up?

Without a lick of difficulty! You will be seriously impressed and NEVER bottom out!

 

[rxrider]

I second that

 

[STAIN]

It seems to me the heavier you are the more you will like this skid.

 

[Kevin Garceau]

OK in all seriousness what can I get for my CK proaction?

I mean some people do like them, but I really think Im way too heavy for it.

 

[06vectorgt]

OK in all seriousness what can I get for my CK proaction?

I mean some people do like them, but I really think Im way too heavy for it.

I sold my Mono shock w/2,000 miles on it for $500.00, Check with salvage yards to see what they ask for a Proaction.

Try Al's for a ball park figure - http://www.alssnowmobile.com/PRODUCTPAR ... deptid=650

 

[SnoWarrior]

Just a quick note, as I have had my preload at 4...I thought.
I replaced the bolts on the front swing arm today, (posted in the broken bolt post). Anyway I was playing with preload and looking at the manual. I was under the impression that starting point was 0. I counted the slots and seems the starting point is 1. So I had set mine on 4, which was 5 and went up 1. I know now why it was bucking.
From the starting point I went 2 notches, this should be 3 on the preload.

Tough to get old and confused.

I will start with 3 this time and then move to 4 and see what the difference is.

 

[Millinocket Rocket]

I know I have a different sled than you guys, but just thought I would add, I'm about 175lbs. dressed and started out at holes 2 and 4 with preload at 3. We were riding 85-90% nice, smooth and flat groomed trails and my sled was darting like crazy and tail wagging-- almost like it was pivoting around on the front of the skid. When I get off the sled the front of the skid was on the ground and the rear was slightly off the ground. It rode great through the bumps like this, but handled terrible. So I tried the #5 hole and it flattened the skid out so the whole skid sat flat on the ground and it handled 10 times better-- the ride wasn't as cushy, but still waaay better than the noaction, so I dropped the preload down to 2 and it seems to be where I like it now.

 

[yammi]

I know I have a different sled than you guys, but just thought I would add, I'm about 175lbs. dressed and started out at holes 2 and 4 with preload at 3. We were riding 85-90% nice, smooth and flat groomed trails and my sled was darting like crazy and tail wagging-- almost like it was pivoting around on the front of the skid. When I get off the sled the front of the skid was on the ground and the rear was slightly off the ground. It rode great through the bumps like this, but handled terrible. So I tried the #5 hole and it flattened the skid out so the whole skid sat flat on the ground and it handled 10 times better-- the ride wasn't as cushy, but still waaay better than the noaction, so I dropped the preload down to 2 and it seems to be where I like it now.

I don't know if your sled is similar to the RX's in requiring the lowering of the front end by reducing the front shock pre load. I know this helped considerably with the handling of my sled and it is what Boivin recommends also. RX front end parallel to ground, Trailing arm ??? Try it, who knows.

 

[STAIN]

It seems that those that are riding ungroomed/off trail really like the skid---any more in put from GROOMED trail riders? I am ready to go to #1 preload on my skid and try it, any thoughts on limiter adj? I am still trying to get some " cushyness" out of this skid.