You are going to love it. I have two. 2016 Grand Touring 1200se and a 2014 Grand Touring 900le. 1200 is a fuel hog. 900 is a sipper. 1200 requires setting suspension up properly to make it handle well. The side cowl flairs create a snow swirl in powder, dumps it around the bars and your lap. 100% on changing the secondary spring. Front E-drive primary is a good clutch. Just keep it clean. Keep a couple spare relays on sled for when the reverse doesn't work. Beware of deep powder. Things are submarines. Put some ice scratchers on that rig. Will help with cooling and lubricating the hyfax. Ski-Doo tunnel mounted are the best option. You WILL need them. Welcome to the old farts club. Enjoy your ride.
Really appreciate all the tips! Haven't sunk her yet, but after riding yesterday for a bit, I feel exactly what you mean. This is a trail rig for sure. Scratchers and studs will be coming soon.
Great deal on that sled, you'll love it on long trips. Although they start well enough in the cold, get yourself one of those little booster packs if the Northern Corridor starts calling you. Nothing better than a 400 km day on a comfy sled during a crisp bluebird day up north.
Great overview of the 1200 Steve! I'm sold on this model! I had a 2004 Grand Touring 700 2 stroke when I was working in Iqaluit, Nunavut from '05 to '15. I absolutely loved it. Lots of power for those long stretches on the sea ice. I'm in the market for another Grand Touring at the moment! I really miss riding since moving back to NL in '15. Perhaps its time to move up to the four stroke. Too bad we don't have more snow all the way out here in St. John's on the east coast of Newfoundland!
congrats, nice sled. I bought the early 4 stroke Arctic Cat with the 660 non turbo. It was respectable at low speeds but would top out around 60 mph (give or take), but it was so quiet & amazing on fuel. I believe I use to get 25 mpg, which is "was" good for a sled, but don't take that beast off the trail..lol, you'll regret it. They are heavy. For the trail, you have the perfect machine... enjoy !!
1200 great sled, can easily put 25 000kms on it with little maintenance. secondary clutch spring usually gets weak, make sure rpm is 8000 to 8300 at WFO. get some snowtrackers semi-aggressive. front a-am bushings dont last long, get some from mainway solutions.in southern ontario
Thats great, I've just put a deposit down on a 2018 Ski Doo GT SE 1200. will be picking it up next month from Sarnia. I too have now become part of the old fart crew owning this sled at just 34yrd lol. I liked my Renegade enduro I had before with the air ride and for this one will be great for the added back seat for the gf to come with and for the extra storage capacity as I do a lot of volunteering with my clubs both snowmobile and atv etc. If your coming Parry Sound/Muskoka way next time, let us know and we'll have to get out for a rip both summer or winter powersports ! Stay safe bud.
Looks good. I picked up Polaris Titan last year and like it. Not for speed demon but comfortable and I can haul stuff. Wide track and float skiis so good in deep snow
When you consider that the engine in this SkiDoo is a Rotax, and that Rotax also makes engines for light aircraft,..that should tell you something about Rotax reliability. You 'made out like a Bandit' with what you paid for this great Touring model Steve. Enjoy the winter!
@@MichaelArtelle Yes, and started from a man who wanted to invent a machine that would enable travel over the snow in his Canadian province of Quebec. I've been using and owning Bombardier snowmobile's ( SkiDoo ) since back in the 1960's. They do indeed make fine machines.
I love my 2-stroke mountain sled but that will be much more reliable and give you years of solid trail riding with your family. On a side note, can you please go to Colorado this winter and take the TFL crew riding in the mountains? I think it would be very entertaining to watch Nathan and Andre get stuck all day😉. You could even get some work done by reviewing the new mountain sleds.
I know this is an older video...But Congratulations on your new sled, I am wondering how it worked out for you...Are you still happy with it? I live in Northern Ontario Canada and I am looking into getting a touring sled. Currently I use my sleds for work, hauling firewood and logs for our sawmill...But this a nice looking snowmobile. Thanks.
One thing I would do if I were you with that sled is familiarize yourself with doing a belt change. It's not like your old Yami where you can just open the secondary with your hand and pop the belt off
I remember when I use to be able to snowmobile before global warming.. This isn't a politician statement. 8 years of drought and hotter temperatures in Northern California. There has been just 2 good years to sled..
Congratulations Steve, great machine! You will not miss your Yamaha! Nothing like a BRP! Excellent price! 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Dunno. Yammy was nuts to get in bed with ac
You purchased a great sled Steve. I currently own a 2015 Ski-Doo Renegade X 600 H.O and I just love that machine. Have fun this winter !!!
You are going to love it.
I have two. 2016 Grand Touring 1200se and a 2014 Grand Touring 900le.
1200 is a fuel hog. 900 is a sipper.
1200 requires setting suspension up properly to make it handle well.
The side cowl flairs create a snow swirl in powder, dumps it around the bars and your lap.
100% on changing the secondary spring. Front E-drive primary is a good clutch. Just keep it clean.
Keep a couple spare relays on sled for when the reverse doesn't work.
Beware of deep powder. Things are submarines.
Put some ice scratchers on that rig. Will help with cooling and lubricating the hyfax. Ski-Doo tunnel mounted are the best option. You WILL need them.
Welcome to the old farts club.
Enjoy your ride.
Seems like alot of work.. should have got a Yamaha
Really appreciate all the tips! Haven't sunk her yet, but after riding yesterday for a bit, I feel exactly what you mean. This is a trail rig for sure.
Scratchers and studs will be coming soon.
Steve, what are your thoughts on the 600cc version?
Great deal on that sled, you'll love it on long trips. Although they start well enough in the cold, get yourself one of those little booster packs if the Northern Corridor starts calling you. Nothing better than a 400 km day on a comfy sled during a crisp bluebird day up north.
Ultrafrozen you will not even need the booster
@@musicman6887 We've hit the trails early morning at -37C. I'm not taking a chance when miles away from home.
X2. Always keep the booster!
Great overview of the 1200 Steve! I'm sold on this model! I had a 2004 Grand Touring 700 2 stroke when I was working in Iqaluit, Nunavut from '05 to '15. I absolutely loved it. Lots of power for those long stretches on the sea ice. I'm in the market for another Grand Touring at the moment! I really miss riding since moving back to NL in '15. Perhaps its time to move up to the four stroke. Too bad we don't have more snow all the way out here in St. John's on the east coast of Newfoundland!
A guy in our group has the limited version and it's great for our big trips up north.
Enjoy Steve!
Like riding a couch. Your gonna love it. Nothing like the ride of a two up
You’ll love the sled. 1200 is a great motor with good power. Decent fuel mileage and great suspension.
congrats, nice sled. I bought the early 4 stroke Arctic Cat with the 660 non turbo. It was respectable at low speeds but would top out around 60 mph (give or take), but it was so quiet & amazing on fuel. I believe I use to get 25 mpg, which is "was" good for a sled, but don't take that beast off the trail..lol, you'll regret it. They are heavy. For the trail, you have the perfect machine... enjoy !!
1200 great sled, can easily put 25 000kms on it with little maintenance. secondary clutch spring usually gets weak, make sure rpm is 8000 to 8300 at WFO. get some snowtrackers semi-aggressive. front a-am bushings dont last long, get some from mainway solutions.in southern ontario
Thats great, I've just put a deposit down on a 2018 Ski Doo GT SE 1200. will be picking it up next month from Sarnia. I too have now become part of the old fart crew owning this sled at just 34yrd lol. I liked my Renegade enduro I had before with the air ride and for this one will be great for the added back seat for the gf to come with and for the extra storage capacity as I do a lot of volunteering with my clubs both snowmobile and atv etc.
If your coming Parry Sound/Muskoka way next time, let us know and we'll have to get out for a rip both summer or winter powersports ! Stay safe bud.
Congrats!! You work extremely hard, time to reap the benefits.
Looks good. I picked up Polaris Titan last year and like it. Not for speed demon but comfortable and I can haul stuff. Wide track and float skiis so good in deep snow
When you consider that the engine in this SkiDoo is a Rotax, and that Rotax also makes engines for light aircraft,..that should tell you something about Rotax reliability.
You 'made out like a Bandit' with what you paid for this great Touring model Steve.
Enjoy the winter!
@@MichaelArtelle Yes, and started from a man who wanted to invent a machine that would enable travel over the snow in his Canadian province of Quebec.
I've been using and owning Bombardier snowmobile's ( SkiDoo ) since back in the 1960's. They do indeed make fine machines.
Great sled I have a 2017 grand touring 1200 SE and no issues super fast in sport mode
I love my 2-stroke mountain sled but that will be much more reliable and give you years of solid trail riding with your family.
On a side note, can you please go to Colorado this winter and take the TFL crew riding in the mountains? I think it would be very entertaining to watch Nathan and Andre get stuck all day😉. You could even get some work done by reviewing the new mountain sleds.
Wow...lol What a machine. Hope you have many many seasons of fun with that machine. Thumbs up.
I live in Arizona, not sure what that white stuff is, yet I still thoroughly enjoyed this video, congrats on the new toy!
I know this is an older video...But Congratulations on your new sled, I am wondering how it worked out for you...Are you still happy with it? I live in Northern Ontario Canada and I am looking into getting a touring sled. Currently I use my sleds for work, hauling firewood and logs for our sawmill...But this a nice looking snowmobile. Thanks.
Nice sled. Enjoy the upcoming season.
Sweet looking sled and a killer deal! I'm with you, give me comfort over crazy any day.
Miss riding. Great clean looking two up. Congrats !
One thing I would do if I were you with that sled is familiarize yourself with doing a belt change. It's not like your old Yami where you can just open the secondary with your hand and pop the belt off
Belt changes are easy. Just need the secondary spreader tool. Should be in tool kit.
Congrats on the new Purchase.:)
Awesome sled for you and the family. Do you plan on doing any upgrades?
nice sled, look brand new! I have had 3 1200s.
we have a 2012 renegade backcountry x 600ho etec. but were thinking of gettign a lynx(Brp) expedition with either a 600ho etec or a 900ace
I’m looking to buy my first sled, 2up as I want the kids to join in. Not sure where to start?
Only a couple years away from kids riding?? No it’s more like blink your eyes a few times and they have their own lol. Times flies
I do like them. You got a good deal.
Nice ski-dog !
Looks great.
Good on you, great buy
This is the sled I want
Love the new sled what do sleds like this sell for on average
I remember when I use to be able to snowmobile before global warming..
This isn't a politician statement. 8 years of drought and hotter temperatures in Northern California. There has been just 2 good years to sled..
Steve Elmer got tired of riding that new John Deere.
I PURCHASE A 900 ACE THERE IS A SWITCH OR AN EXTRA LEVER ON THE BRAKE LEVER WHAT IS THIS FOR IT LOOKS LIKE ITS SPRING LOADED
Parking lever?
How’s the speed and acceleration compared to your venture?
jonny5662 it will be way faster
The Ski-Doo has tons more power, especially low-end torque.
Hey do you still own this 2015 Ski-Doo Grand Touring LE 1200 4-TEC have you thought of selling text me back
Just what you need on a snowmobile..... Brembo breaks
Avoid cylinder deactivation and turbos.
Don’t boost eh? So wtf do you do when your 60 km from home and your done ice fishing and it’s minus 35 and the joker won’t turn over?
Buy one of those little lithium ion jump packs
Maybe it's a Canadian thing, but that is not how we pronounce Ski-doo in the US. Its Ski and then you say do.
Should have bought a Yammi...
get it stuck and you'll be crying for a twostroke
9000KM!!!!!! you'll be doing maintenance....
d d I had one with 25000km and I did nothing but regular maintenance