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He will never forget this trip, ever.
Awesome pics Indy! And a very honest, and thorough assessment of your new sled! So glad you like your new Doo. Ride safely, and enjoy the "family time"! That's what snowmobiling is all about, and always has been with our family! Keep the pics coming, as I'm not able to ride this winter, but really enjoy the pics.Also for those wondering my thoughts on the new sled, here’s a review I posted on DooTalk:
Hey guys, thought I’d share my thoughts on my new G5 Renegade 850 Adrenaline. I’ve owned 18 Polaris’ sleds, lots of trailing arm edge chassis sleds, trail riding 3000+ miles a year from 05-14. Started getting into offtrail riding around then, and was riding new pro rmks from 15-current. Last few years been doing more trail riding with the family. Been disappointed with the quality on newer polaris’ sleds, especially engine reliability, and on a whim picked up my G5, first skidoo for myself. Can’t compare to any past Doo chassis’ so some may find this review interesting.
Put 200 miles on so far, riding with my son on the back of the 1+1 seat. He’s a big boy, we are about 400 lbs combined riding on stock springs. So far no issues, maybe bottomed out lightly twice, way less than our older Polaris touring sled that bucked us around. As long as the springs don’t get softer over time, I won’t bother putting on the bigger springs.
Power, response, and runnability of the 850 is insane, way more torquey and smoother than a Poo. No hiccups, no bogs, definitely not used to that coming from a Poo. Averaging 15 mpg and still in break in hauling 400 lbs leaves no complaints. Engine package overall is impressive, although, The angle and placement of the oil resovoir is terrible, first fill up spilled everywhere.
Front suspension is better than anything I’ve ever ridden. Currently have the springs on click 3. Doesn’t buck, doesn’t dart, bites in corners, not tippy, not sure it could get any better, and this is with base adrenaline shocks. I put 6” single carbide in the middle and moved the 4” to the outside, and shimmed the skis. Rear is equally as impressive, even holding up 400 lbs. FTS at click 3, Torsions on setting 5, coupler blocks on 2. Glides right over small choppers all day.
The ergonomics and handling is extremely comfortable. As is our 1+1 seat. We have so much room, my sons only wish is that they would make footrests (Polaris does). He is 5’2” and also mentioned he liked the backrest being a bit taller on our old 2up, but again, for being an add on seat to a performance sled, it was a comfortable ride.
Fit and finish of the plastics seem to be a step down from the xs and G4, but still on par with Polaris with no real complaints about it. Windshield vibrates more than I’d like but not a major issue. The gauge cluster is kind of a disappointment, obviously this doesn’t have the fancy 10” LCD gauge, but I think the cluster on a 2010 Polaris was higher tech, more informative, and easier to use than this one. The handlebar warmers are just plain dumb. Not being able to adjust separately sucks. Moving 2 notches per click is dumb. And having to go all the way down to go back up is even dumber. Headlight seems phenomenal. Running boards are great, and bumpers seem strong and useful unlike many Polaris’ I’ve owned.
Traction might be the only major thing it is lacking, but that might be the conditions we rode in the western UP of MI. 1.6 cobra might be a better choice in the looser early season conditions we had, when temps get lower and a better base developed, the 1.25 ripsaw will probably shine again.
Overall very happy with my purchase, and could see myself riding skidoo trail sleds for a long time. Lengthy post and bounced around a lot, but there ya have it, those are my thoughts!
And, as I remember, you made a really good buy on your Rene 900.My most dependable Polaris was my 600 Classic with the Liberty engine, put 17,000 on it and it was still a strong motor, just had some other issues that I didn't have time for before we made the move north so I sold it off. Replaced with 2017 Renegade 900, very happy with it. These two sleds are my favorites.
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That is the truth. I'll never forgot my first trip to the UP. Was in high school, so older than your guy. But I was totally hooked after that. Amazing after you grow up riding farm fields.He will never forget this trip, ever.
OA, I bought last January and this is one year anniversary for Renegade 900, I'm not sure what brand the ski wheels are, i'll have to see if i can see a name on them, they came with the sled.A
And, as I remember, you made a really good buy on your Rene 900.I like your ski wheels! What brand are they, Canadian TrailBlizzers? I for one, have always liked the XS chassis.
Canadian QualiPieces perhaps?OA, I bought last January and this is one year anniversary for Renegade 900, I'm not sure what brand the ski wheels are, i'll have to see if i can see a name on them, they came with the sled.
Hello Indy,Also for those wondering my thoughts on the new sled, here’s a review I posted on DooTalk:
Hey guys, thought I’d share my thoughts on my new G5 Renegade 850 Adrenaline. I’ve owned 18 Polaris’ sleds, lots of trailing arm edge chassis sleds, trail riding 3000+ miles a year from 05-14. Started getting into offtrail riding around then, and was riding new pro rmks from 15-current. Last few years been doing more trail riding with the family. Been disappointed with the quality on newer polaris’ sleds, especially engine reliability, and on a whim picked up my G5, first skidoo for myself. Can’t compare to any past Doo chassis’ so some may find this review interesting.
Put 200 miles on so far, riding with my son on the back of the 1+1 seat. He’s a big boy, we are about 400 lbs combined riding on stock springs. So far no issues, maybe bottomed out lightly twice, way less than our older Polaris touring sled that bucked us around. As long as the springs don’t get softer over time, I won’t bother putting on the bigger springs.
Power, response, and runnability of the 850 is insane, way more torquey and smoother than a Poo. No hiccups, no bogs, definitely not used to that coming from a Poo. Averaging 15 mpg and still in break in hauling 400 lbs leaves no complaints. Engine package overall is impressive, although, The angle and placement of the oil resovoir is terrible, first fill up spilled everywhere.
Front suspension is better than anything I’ve ever ridden. Currently have the springs on click 3. Doesn’t buck, doesn’t dart, bites in corners, not tippy, not sure it could get any better, and this is with base adrenaline shocks. I put 6” single carbide in the middle and moved the 4” to the outside, and shimmed the skis. Rear is equally as impressive, even holding up 400 lbs. FTS at click 3, Torsions on setting 5, coupler blocks on 2. Glides right over small choppers all day.
The ergonomics and handling is extremely comfortable. As is our 1+1 seat. We have so much room, my sons only wish is that they would make footrests (Polaris does). He is 5’2” and also mentioned he liked the backrest being a bit taller on our old 2up, but again, for being an add on seat to a performance sled, it was a comfortable ride.
Fit and finish of the plastics seem to be a step down from the xs and G4, but still on par with Polaris with no real complaints about it. Windshield vibrates more than I’d like but not a major issue. The gauge cluster is kind of a disappointment, obviously this doesn’t have the fancy 10” LCD gauge, but I think the cluster on a 2010 Polaris was higher tech, more informative, and easier to use than this one. The handlebar warmers are just plain dumb. Not being able to adjust separately sucks. Moving 2 notches per click is dumb. And having to go all the way down to go back up is even dumber. Headlight seems phenomenal. Running boards are great, and bumpers seem strong and useful unlike many Polaris’ I’ve owned.
Traction might be the only major thing it is lacking, but that might be the conditions we rode in the western UP of MI. 1.6 cobra might be a better choice in the looser early season conditions we had, when temps get lower and a better base developed, the 1.25 ripsaw will probably shine again.
Overall very happy with my purchase, and could see myself riding skidoo trail sleds for a long time. Lengthy post and bounced around a lot, but there ya have it, those are my thoughts!
Reminds me of someone else? , years past , who could that be?Definitely not for him! Just turned 10, he’ll be riding on the back which is why I got the 1+1 seat. He’s been busy ripping his 440 all week! View attachment 67674
There it is, domestication complete!Well, didn’t initially plan to let this one go when I purchased the G5, but the UP is 2 feet away from being able to ride the trees and there’s no cold temps to create any LES in the next couple weeks, meaning no December or January rides this winter. I’d be lucky to get 2 or 3 day rides on it then, just didn’t make sense to stare at it in the garage any longer. End of an era for sure and a very sad day for me. View attachment 67743
It's all good indy, not the end, but just a New, and Better beginning!Well, didn’t initially plan to let this one go when I purchased the G5, but the UP is 2 feet away from being able to ride the trees and there’s no cold temps to create any LES in the next couple weeks, meaning no December or January rides this winter. I’d be lucky to get 2 or 3 day rides on it then, just didn’t make sense to stare at it in the garage any longer. End of an era for sure and a very sad day for me. View attachment 67743
Is that another new Doo Doo? Sold my 23 last week and picked up this leftover 24 blizzard for a steal of a deal! Looking forward to trying the ice ripper track, and better shocks on this one! View attachment 70098