Snowmobiles
Snowmobiling is a dangerous but exhilarating sport that offers
thrills and break neck speeds like nothing else. Buying a snowmobile can be expensive; depending on whether they're new or used,
snowmobiles can range anywhere between $2,000 to over $10,000. If you're new to the sport it's probably best to start by renting or trying one of many package snowmobile vacations available across the US and in Canada. However, if you feel you're ready to own your own snowmobile, we can help you find the one that's right for you.
Snowmobile Manufacturers
The "Big Four" top snowmobile makers are
Yamaha.
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oldest snowmobile brands and still the market's leader.
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fastest model available.
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Yamaha, the famous motorcycle manufacturers, also produce a line of snowmobiles.
Types of Snowmobile
Snowmobiles are divided into six categories: mountain, performance, touring, trail, utility, and youth. All of the four major manufacturers make snowmobiles in every category.
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Mountain:''' Built for climbing and excellent in rough terrain with steep hills and deep snow. They are smaller than most other types of snowmobile and have greater horsepower.
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Arctic Cat M8 153
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Performance: '''If you want speed, performance snowmobiles are the way to go. Built for racing, they are light and very fast.''' '''
** '''Recommended Models: '''
Arctic Cat Sno Pro 500
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Touring:''' Touring snowmobiles are endurance vehicles, made for long journeys. They often have room for a passenger and are equipped with comforts other the other machines don't provide, as well as being able to tackle every kind of terrain imaginable.
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Trail: '''Falling somewhere between then high speeds of the performance models and the long distance travel of the touring models, these snowmobiles are perfect for anyone who wants a snowmobile for both travel and recreational use.
** '''Recommended Models:'''
Yamaha FX Nytro XTX
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Utility: '''These snowmobiles are made to carry gear and tow other vehicles. While not the miodel you would pick for recreational use, they are essential for transport and providing services on snow trails.''' '''
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Youth:''' Specially designed snowmobiles for children and young people are safer and easier to use than the adult models, featuring limited speeds you can customise and a strap that that will kill the engine if the child falls.
** '''Recommended Models: '''
Arctic Cat AC Sno Pro 120
Apparel
The combination of high speeds and cold weather mean its vital you have the right gear before getting on a snowmobile:
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Jackets
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Helmets
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Gloves
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Belts
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Bibs
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Hoods
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Boots
Snowmobile Maintenance
Given the high value of snowmobiles, you'll want to keep yours in good condition, which means you'll need the tools to service it and replace parts if necessary:
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Service Manuals
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Covers
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Shocks
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Exhausts
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Engines
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Suspension
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