Now that is funny! "Been researched and documented by realmendontridedoo.com"...that's my go to for info!
NEW 2023 DOO PRICES ETC.
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harvest1121
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Well if Yamaha made my Sidewinder I would not have to be a Karen on a Skidooo. I blame Fuji since I bought from him
EPS is awesome. Some of the Doo models don't need it... The EPS isn't going to help the Vector when the going gets rough.. Only draw back to those yamaha's was the seating position and the rear suspension. Engines have always been sweat!
dfattack
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Agree. I still have my 2012 Apex XTX because it was my favorite sled for the type of riding I do. I bought a Mach this year and the only thing missing is EPS.
I almost jumped ship and got the Thundercat....or should I say...ordered one.. Loved my sidewinder but after a couple of 300 mile days I began to ignore it...it sat in the corner so I let it go. Thundercat would be awesome..
Say pclark, perhaps I take a chance on that stuff, and relieve you of your Doo 900 so as you can regain yourself, eh? Couldn't pass that up!
snobuilder
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Since I lowered my sled CG back to corner railing level I'm high as a kite on my old fashioned eps Vector. My tipsy Poo AXYS sits neglected in the garage.
lmao....I GUESS I FORGOT TO POST THIS AROUND 8 AM THIS MORNING ( when I wrote it)....DAMN THE SAUCE!
pclark
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Old Abe, I would think about it but with gas prices in the northwoods now $3.59 for regular and $4.39 for premium I am going to have to say no but nice try! The gas mileage is just too good on it!
hybrid
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just about every tavern or resort in the north woods is 5 bucks and up for premium
hit the gas stations when possible
I can't help but think about had I found your ride before it sold. As I much prefer the XS chassis over the G-4. I'm all in with ya on that mpg! The 900 ACE mpg's are the real deal on our Long, big mile trips in Canada! And those trips are my cup of tea, out in the gorgeous wilderness!
Perhaps you ride a Doo? Doo 850 no need to stop there for fuel, eh! I have no worries on fuel for 170 miles.
harvest1121
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My GF hates my skidoo 850 liked my viper I sold but my dad bought an Apex 141 power steering she likes to ride. Well in my mind I can justify the Sidewinder because it’s for her. First time riding power steering have to say it was nice
70chevelle
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another wonderful job by dooon their shitty, boring and uninspiring color choices for 2023.
Yup, having to stop for friends that need gas at 90 miles is no fun.
The ride from Munising to Paradise comes to mind, non Doo's have to stop in Grand Marais for gas, the Doo's keep riding.
Bear
Eps does isolate the rider from a lot of front end vibration becomes effortless point and shoot sleds especially on big mile days. I’m surprised all 4s OEMs don’t use it on 4s sleds especially doo since they sell so many 4s. Eps worth every penny!
dfattack
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That's a good point. The first thing you notice riding a sled without EPS is the heavier steering, which you can get over to some extent eventually, but the isolation from every little trail contour is also a benefit in my opinion. I do miss the EPS. I've said this several times but the Mach with EPS would be a home run for a high mile trail rider.
But why? If you can make 2000 units with 65% margins why bother building another 3000 units at 20% margins . Wearing out your equipment to make less money . They will all be following cats snow check only deal .
snobuilder
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Thank gawd, GM is busy enough without them!
sadly the fewer number of people buying new sleds, whatever brand/badge, the fewer people riding. This leads to the further demise of snowmobiling. Trails, clubs, grooming all suffers. No way around that being fact. Hmmm, Escalade, eh gary? Perhaps, something like this? As my wife luvs her Ford Edge, handles great, good ride, and 30/33 mpg's! Perfect!
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