Re: Polaris Titan
[Re: Ryan McLeod]
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04/15/19 11:41 AM
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I don't like to run a new machine full bore until the engine is broke in for a few hundred km's.
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Re: Polaris Titan
[Re: Ryan McLeod]
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04/15/19 12:50 PM
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On the two strokes I run the first couple hundred kms with a bit of extra oil,then change out the plugs. I like to run at variable speeds intermittently no one speed for an extended time,for about the first 200 kms,and I don't run full pin hardly ever,unless I need to if on bad ice or slush.I cant say for sure if that is the best way to break in a new engine,but I have had quite a few brand new snowmachines,bikes vehicles etc over the years and never really had engine trouble,except once on a 2002 tundra 2 which had a bad piston from the oil pump not delivering enough oil.Had to replace the piston,then it ran good for years after. Basic regular maintenance each spring before storage is also very important to a machines longevity. I don't believe in paying for extended warrantys.I am of the opinion if you get a lemon problems will show up right off the bat,and should be covered under the regular warranty for manufacturers defects. Even with an extended warranty,abuse,etc isn't covered anyway. Buying extended warrantys are a scam in my opinion.
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Re: Polaris Titan
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04/15/19 04:28 PM
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I don't like to run a new machine full bore until the engine is broke in for a few hundred km's. Same here. That’s why I only got one wolf. Still haven’t used more than half throttle. If I was younger and dumber I would’ve tried my hardest to get the four I seen. I chose one and took it easy.
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Re: Polaris Titan
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04/15/19 04:42 PM
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Nothing bad to say about the new ride. One of the smoothest riding I’ve ever had. Power to spare. I expected the gas mileage to be a shocking difference after running 4 stroke for 3 seasons but it’s a lot better on gas than I expected. A high windshield is about all I’ll change for now. Really no rush though since spring is kicking back in now.
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Re: Polaris Titan
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Yeah I might go for a ride this weekend. I’ll be happy to just see the mountains but there’s got to be some tracks worth following.
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Re: Polaris Titan
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04/16/19 09:46 PM
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Always worth being picky.
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Re: Polaris Titan
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04/17/19 05:48 PM
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Yukon254: Do you have trouble with the VK running on one when you start it on cold mornings? Mine was awfull for that. Had to sit outside about 1/2 hour to keep restarting it. And it would only run on the one side until it warmed up completely. I had them put a primer on it as I heard that that would make a difference. But my VK did not run long enough to find out. Hopefully I get it back and will be able to report on that. Also do you have trouble with getting steamed out when you go through deep powder snow that flies up the hood and into the fan? Also sticks getting in there? Don't know why Yamaha cant put a plastic guard over them holes?
Way to go on the wolf Neck Shot now go get some cabin chewing grizzlies with that Titan. Your 900 ACE will really curse you up as you leave. Wolverine Joe Veneltsi said he was heading up today try and cut off the bear that was wrecking camps on McPhoo side last summer. Yes I did have trouble with my VK running on one cylinder when its cold. I noticed it would steam up the windshield sometimes, but its much better in that regard than my old bearcat. I've heard the same thing about the primer helping in the cold, Im going to put one on this fall. Sure hope mine holds up. Good luck on the bears guys.
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Re: Polaris Titan
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04/21/19 04:51 PM
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WTG, Ryan. I too have a Titan XC. Best machine I've ever ridden. I have 3 Skidoos in the shop. The Expedition LE still has some electrical issue. No life showing up at all. My two summits are getting their engines rebuilt but I will sell them. The biggest reason for the Titan was I didn't want to depend on electronics to start it. I don't want to be out in the country and have a relay go bad, or a start button, or this, or that. Just turn the key and start and/or turn the key and pull.
I also love the 800 cc power, the gas shocks all around, the big track, rack space on the back. I put the extra wide skis on, high windshield, skid-plate, back rack, and it comes with a hitch. Got them to throw an extra belt and cover in. $15K landed here in Kotz. I also like the displays, I have mine set on the engine temp. Could care less how fast I'm going. My normal temp is 104 degrees or so. When my back flap broke up, my temp went up to 159. Nice to know! What other sleds have that? This XC model is so awesome. Doesn't even feel like I'm riding a widetrack, feels like a cross-over sled.
Drawbacks? I have to add some octane booster. Makes a BIG difference through on the performance. Very smooth. The back flap is plastic (broke to pieces after one year of hauling wood). Also, bc it's a widetrack, it's a little heavy. I got it stuck twice in the same day, but both times as in that fluffy, air-pocket type snow over willow tips. Both times I used a small spruce tree as a wedge to tip the machine over so I can pack the snow under the track and put a couple more small trees under there. The gas mileage ain't that great, but hey, the positives FAR outweigh the negatives, imo. I can't wait to get my Expedition figured out so I can do some same day performance comparisons out in the country.
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Re: Polaris Titan
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04/23/19 09:22 PM
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Hello inupiaq. I agree the ride is one of the smoothest I’ve seen yet. I’ve been getting decent mileage so I was surprised you mentioned it not having great gas mileage. I have no complaints so far besides the cheap snow flap which will be changed to a semi truck mud flap. I will also change the tow hitch. I don’t really like the hook set up it comes with. I love the power.
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