Going to treat myself to a new sled. Considering GSX or Renegade with 1.25 track as most riding is on trail. I want maximum comfort so I like the idea of bridging the bumps with the longer track. I dont care about heated seat etc. but still need best performance reguarding speed. Any opinions on comparing these two ?
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groomerdriver
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2011 GSX's come with 1" tracks. 1.25" doesn't appear to be an option. Don't know about the 'Gades
cc,
I can only give you 1/2 an answer as I have the shorty TNT package. I can tell you this that the 1" track can get a little loose until you get accustomed to it. The engine just has some incredible torque and I'm not sure what would nail it down completely (lugs, picks, etc.) The aftermarket Add-ons are limitless. You might want to try it stock and go from there.
I'm coming up on 1,000 miles for my first year on the 1200. I''m comfortable with the 1" track now and will likely keep it as is. I can promise you're going to like your new ride regardless of the track you choose!
Gary
I can only give you 1/2 an answer as I have the shorty TNT package. I can tell you this that the 1" track can get a little loose until you get accustomed to it. The engine just has some incredible torque and I'm not sure what would nail it down completely (lugs, picks, etc.) The aftermarket Add-ons are limitless. You might want to try it stock and go from there.
I'm coming up on 1,000 miles for my first year on the 1200. I''m comfortable with the 1" track now and will likely keep it as is. I can promise you're going to like your new ride regardless of the track you choose!
Gary
skiroule
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I don't know how valid the comparison is but I've had many friends ride my stone-stock 06 Renegade and and another friend's 08 GSX and without exception, they have preferred the Renegade. I found this surprising, since the GSX is considered a "touring" sled but the usual comment is that they like the feel of the Renegade suspension better.
If you can catch a spring tour somewhere, by all means go. Jump on em' sit on em'. and see which one just feels better.
If you can catch a spring tour somewhere, by all means go. Jump on em' sit on em'. and see which one just feels better.