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Not too much has changed for the RS Vector since the 05 model, still what has changed really makes a difference. The Vector is still one perfect ride for the on/off trail rider. Only this time it is even more comfortable and easy to handle. You won’t be happy with it if you are a racer, because it’s heavy and you probably won’t get ahead of the others, but for the trail riders it is a blast. The sled gets great mileage and you won’t even feel the miles you put on it. It’s powerful enough to take wherever you want it to and is less likely to cause you any trouble. Here are the specifications:

MODEL    RS Vector LTX GT
M.S.R.P. *    $9,799.00
ENGINE    4-stroke, 3-cylinder, 3-valves, liquid-cooled
DISPLACEMENT    973 cc
BORE X STROKE    79 x 66.2 mm
CARBURETION    40 mm Keihin®
HORSEPOWER    120 hp
IGNITION    Digital T.C.I. w/ throttle position sensor
CLUTCH    YVXC
TRANSMISSION    Variable ratio, reverse
SUSPENSION    Front: Independent, double wishbone; 40 mm GYTR™ dual-clicker HPG shocks; 9 in. travel
Rear: Mono Shock® RA 136; 46 mm KYB® w/ remote adjustable shocks; 11.7 in. travel
BRAKES    4-piston hydraulic w/ lightweight rotor
EXHAUST    Rear
SKIS    Lightweight plastic, saddleless design
LENGTH    118.7 in.
WIDTH    48 in.
HEIGHT    47.8 in.
TRACK LXWXH    136 x 15 x 1.25 in. Camoplast® Rip Saw™
SKI STANCE    42.7 in.
DRY WEIGHT    577 lbs.
OIL CAPACITY    3 qt., dry sump
FUEL CAPACITY    10 gal.

The 05 model had a little bit of a tipping problem and no storage space at all. This has been taken care of and you can be sure what you’re getting is one new and improved sled - very stable and very reliable. You may want to be careful with the deep powder since the thing isn’t one of the lightest, but even if it happens to get stuck somewhere you can count on its power to help get it free. I think the price is pretty reasonable, especially for a 2008 model and the RS Vector LTX GT should definitely be on your list if you’re looking for a great trail sled.