January 26th, 2008
2005 Ski-Doo GTX Sport 600 HO
This sled is a great thing to choose if you don’t like riding alone, or if you’re a big guy that needs something solid. The GTX sport is a big, stable sled that can handle some extra weight.
Being stable is probably the biggest plus with this snowmobile…you don’t have to worry about tipping anymore. The stability comes at a price though, and this time it’s at the expense of speed and maneuverability. It’s all caused by the weight of the sled – it is one heavy thing. And we all now that heavy can be dangerous in this sport – watch out for ditches and deep snow and you’ll be just fine, though. The GTX features include:
MODEL GTX Sport 600 HO
M.S.R.P. * $7,999.00
ENGINE Rotax 600 H.O.
CARBURETION TM-40
SUSPENSION Front: R.A.S., Motion Control shocks
Rear: SC-3, HPG-VR, shocks
BRAKES Brembo hydraulic
EXHAUST Single tuned pipe
SKIS Precision dual-carbide
TRACK LXWXH 136 x 15 x .88 in.
SKI STANCE 47 in.
DRY WEIGHT 508 lbs.
OIL CAPACITY 3.7 qts.
FUEL CAPACITY 10.6 gal.
It is a great family sled, but not just. I’m pretty sure you’ll enjoy it even if you decide to ride it alone. It’s not that expensive, too. I guess that’s due to the fact that it’s a 2005 model. Don’t think that if it’s cheaper it’s worse than the others. Nothing like that. Usually prices drop mainly because the new models are out. This sled is really reliable and very beautiful. There are some things you can modify or upgrade, but I haven’t heard any complains about major problems with it. it’s a sled worth getting and trusting.