Snowmobiles are a special type of transport for active recreation, used exclusively in winter, when a stable and fairly thick snow cover has already formed.
The TC is a machine with a motorcycle-like stance, which is based on a somewhat unusual ride: in the front there are skis, in the rear there is a caterpillar drive. From the name alone it becomes clear that such devices are needed for driving in the snow.
Yamaha snowmobiles
The Japanese manufacturer pleases fans of outdoor activities with a variety of equipment.
Here we will talk about brutal winter transport, which is vital not only for sports and entertainment lovers, but also for those who, due to their occupation, need such an assistant. These are Yamaha snowmobiles. When snow machines were first developed, they were not divided into classes. They were all similar and handled the same set of functions. But today, advanced developments make it possible to create narrowly targeted transport: for residents of the north and geologists, athletes, children, etc. The Yamaha-Ostrovtsy company presents snowmobiles from the Yamaha model range from six options, suitable for different categories. Let's look at how they differ from each other.
Yamaha RX-1 M-TX
Yamaha RX-1 M-TX
Yamaha RX-1 M-TX
Due to the fact that Yamaha’s snowmobile classification is more than extensive, a testing program was organized to match. There is a cross-country section, full of jumps and sharp turns, and a high-speed track with fast turns and long straights for “annealing”, and waist-deep virgin soil, and multi-meter ravines... In short, there is a place to evaluate the capabilities of the equipment.
Sports
They are designed with minimal weight so that nothing interferes with the fast pace. They are not able to carry a large load, because they are created for speed and extreme sports. Racing through the snow the fastest is the main task. This is helped by a powerful turbocharged engine and a rigid, adjustable sports suspension that can withstand any sharp turns and jumps. To prevent the rider from freezing, the seat and steering wheel have been heated. Special glass makes control more convenient.
Sidewinder X-TX SE 141 is designed for sporting victories. Snow cross, trials and mountain competitions - everything is within reach. It is difficult for him to walk in deep virgin soil; the cross-country ability is not so high. But on groomed or specially prepared trails, it has no equal in speed. Jumps and spectacular turns - the pleasure of extreme driving is guaranteed.
Yamaha FX Nytro R-TX
Yamaha FX Nytro R-TX
Yamaha FX Nytro R-TX
The Pro Mountain Air rear suspension has also undergone no less changes. It has been redesigned taking into account the fact that the snowmobile will be used in deep snow, mountains and on slopes. The angle of attack* has been reduced from 24º to 18º, and the overall design has been lighter by more than 6 kg. Together with the FOX company, the Japanese concern has developed new shock absorbers - these are Float 2, which is installed instead of the previous central one, and Float 2 XV instead of the rear one.
The pride of Yamaha is the new Camoplast Maverick track used on the M-TX SE 162. Its peculiarity is that it is solid. At the same time, the strength of the new single layer is the same as that of the three previous ones! The height of the hooks is also shocking: 76.2 mm. As is the length of the track - over four meters! And what’s most interesting is that with such an increase in size compared to the track from last year’s model (it is 23 cm shorter), the new one is not an ounce heavier. So high-tech!
What did all these innovations lead to in practice? Thanks to the new front suspension geometry, the snowmobile performs amazingly in deep snow. It is now very stable on bumpy and uneven roads and in corners, and “burning for all your money” on it is simply an indescribable pleasure - the device is stable even at high speeds. Thanks to the new rear suspension and track - it’s almost impossible to get buried in deep snow. Compared to last year’s model, the new “one hundred and sixty-two” has shed almost ten kilograms with a much larger track area. According to the creators, when driving up a steep mountain, the new M-TX climbs 10–12 lengths higher than its predecessor.
Utilitarian
In this category there are options of different weights intended for professional purposes. Their features: traction engine, wide and long tracks, extended snow hooks. Even under heavy workload they retain their dynamic performance. They are complemented by a spacious trunk and a towbar for towing cargo. Easy to use in everyday use.
Lightweight compact models have a reduced weight, they are easy to control and extremely passable on any route: on a flat, compacted one or on virgin soil. At any temperature (even above zero) they cope with the assigned tasks. This is the choice of geologists and rangers, fishermen and hunters, oil workers, residents of the north and more. Their main characteristics are reliability, maneuverability, maintainability, low noise level and affordable price.
Heavyweights have other advantages. They warm up instantly, operate quietly, ride smoothly, carry people in comfort and are able to tow any load. They cope with complex and varied work with flying colors. Thanks to the four-stroke engine, they can overcome steep slopes without problems and a characteristic roar. Their cost is higher, but the extended equipment justifies it.
Our company offers two options:
- the legendary Yamaha Viking VK 540, already on the market in its fifth generation;
- Viking VK Professional II EPS is the main choice of the organizers of the Sochi 2014 Olympics.
Manufacturer country
was founded in 1887 in Japan. The main specialization was the development and production of musical instruments. Almost seventy years later, the company was divided into two. The first one also continued to produce tools, and the second one received a fundamentally new direction - the production of motor vehicles. Yamaha Motors was destined to become a world famous corporation.
First motorcycle
In 1955, the manufacturer's first motorcycle, the YA-1, rolled off the assembly line. At that time, design engineers only had aircraft manufacturing machines at their disposal. But this did not stop us from making a reliable and powerful device that won local races. The new motorcycle became the best advertisement for Yamaha Motors.
People all over the world are accustomed to trusting technology made in Japan. At the beginning of the 20th century, it was a technically backward country, but in a couple of decades it caught up. Likewise, the company’s employees, following the best traditions, were constantly looking for new production methods and improving existing ones. Every year, the staff was replenished with highly qualified employees, thanks to this, fifteen years later it was possible to move to a new level of production.
In 1970, the company began producing motorcycles with four-stroke engines.
First snowmobile
Following the success in the motorcycle market, management decided to start producing other oversized vehicles - scooters, mopeds, and jet skis. The first snowmobile appeared in 1968 - it was the Yamaha SL350 model.
Tourist
Universal maneuverable machines that combine high speed and high controllability. Suitable for numerous tasks:
- work in regions with harsh climates. No problems even in severe frost;
- long trips;
- comfortable transportation of people on a comfortable double seat with a backrest for the passenger.
The Yamaha RS Venture TF easily replaces the car in regions where there is a lot of snow. The passenger seat can be easily converted into a cargo compartment, making the Yamaha snowmobile multi-tasking.
Yamaha Phazer M-TX
Yamaha Phazer M-TX
Yamaha Phazer M-TX
Touring snowmobiles are represented by two modifications of the Venture model. Both are equipped with a 120-horsepower Genesis 120FI engine. The TF version differs from the sportier GT by having a “breakable” suspension, which gives an advantage on deep snow and uneven tracks. Powerful, comfortable, roomy - all these qualities invite you to strap down your luggage, seat a passenger and rush somewhere closer to nature, away from the bustle of the city. Behind the wide and high windshield, it’s like hiding behind a stone wall from the cold wind that cuts through. This is a real GoldWing among the presented models. It’s just that you have to be extremely careful when turning on the Venture—due to its high center of gravity, it tends to tip outward.
The galaxy of utilitarian and multi-purpose snowmobiles is crowned by the RS Viking Professional. This is a luxury tractor, equipped with a powerful and very reliable carburetor engine. The transmission has a reduction gear, and the “breakable” rear suspension with a wide track will pull you out of any snow.
Next in the range is Venture MP (from the phrase Multi Purpose - multi-purpose). Equipped with a simple, economical and reliable engine, a high windshield, a removable passenger seat and a large trunk. A good recreational snowmobile that will help with housework if necessary. It differs from the previous model in the updated design of the rear suspension, in particular, its central link has been strengthened.
Children's
A real winter all-terrain vehicle “like dad’s” - every child will appreciate it. It is similar to “adult” models, but has a lot of features that allow you to adapt winter transport to a specific small rider:
- steering wheel height adjustment;
- track sizes;
- a safety system that includes speed limits, power limits, and an emergency engine switch.
If you're considering a Yamaha snowmobile for your young rider, consider the SRX 120. Easy handling, stylish design and safety are guaranteed for a truly family-friendly experience.
Athlete ergonomics
And the Viper engine sounds! It doesn’t give you some 2-stroke treble “drz-drz-drz”... A liter of displacement of a 4-stroke engine fills the area with an all-encompassing guttural growl. The branches of the nearest trees are trembling, and just a moment an avalanche will come (maybe it’s for the best that I’m not in the mountains...)! As soon as you lightly press the throttle trigger, the roar rises a couple of octaves, gives way to a roar, and the 280-kilogram vehicle rushes forward.
In order to smoothly move off on the SR Viper MTX, you need to operate the throttle trigger incredibly delicately: the variator does not pick up instantly, and if you go too far with opening the throttle, by the time the drive belt starts moving, the engine will already have time to “swallow” the “bottoms” and start “ hoof" in anticipation of a rapid start. In this case, the start of movement is usually noticeably sharper than expected. The pilot needs to hold on tight! Fortunately, the ergonomics of the “workplace” allows you to endure more serious overloads.
The high, vertically mounted T-shaped handlebar is very conducive to driving while standing. And it is in this position that it is most convenient to ride. This is understandable - it’s unlikely that anyone will be able to effectively “play” weighing just over a quarter of a ton from a sitting position... However, in case of a long quiet journey, the SR Viper MTX seat is equipped with heating with two temperature settings. The “Sofa” even allows two people to ride, but its shape does not allow for this. In addition to the seat, the steering grips and the massive throttle trigger are heated. The latter is made of truly enormous dimensions, probably so that it can be easily operated in the snow or with large, warm gloves.
In general, to say that the Yamaha SR Viper MTX is a recreational and 100% friendly snowmobile would be a lie. “Viper” has a pronounced athletic build and character. Equipped with an uncompromising 162-inch Claw-assisted track with giant 3-inch lugs, it can only be truly conquered by a professional. Definitely, snowmobiles of the same series, but with a smaller track, will be much more comfortable for amateur riders: such devices are much better adapted to the conditions of central Russia, where, as you know, there are problems with the Alps... But if you are lucky enough to live in a place where you can see snow-white mountain peaks, Yamaha SR Viper MTX LE is a great choice!
Choose
For Yamaha snowmobiles, the price in Moscow is optimal from official dealers. Yamaha-Ostrovtsy has been offering the best prices on advanced models from the Japanese manufacturer for more than 5 years. When purchasing from us, you can count on pre-sale preparation, warranty service and convenient delivery to anywhere in Russia. Our specialists will help you make a choice if you have not yet decided. You can call or request a call back to clarify the cost and availability. All products comply with environmental standards and have appropriate certificates. Choose the best with Yamaha!
To the Alps
Unfortunately (or fortunately), I didn’t have to give up anything: I, like millions of compatriots, was not allowed to exchange such interesting positions as the Syrian issue or fresh market quotes of black low-sulfur gold for some sparkling snow-capped peaks because the standard of living had collapsed into tartar. And therefore, I had to look for mountain landscapes in the very nearest Moscow region...
Eh, mountains, mountains... Why am I so attached to these mountains, you ask. After all, you can test snowmobiles in our lane. Moreover, there was a lot of snow this winter. So much so that public services could barely cope, and a couple of times even, in hours of complete powerlessness of man in the face of the elements, the city froze, engulfed in a snow-white coma. Beauty!.. Such conditions were favorable for snowmobile walks outside the metropolis - on ponds and in fields. In open areas, the depth of the snow cover was everywhere just below the knee, and in some places it reached almost a meter. Airy, sparkling white powder - a paradise for utilitarian equipment!
But for a 135-horsepower mountain snowmobile equipped with a long 162-inch track, such expanse is clearly not enough. Yamaha SR Viper MTX LE, like a malnourished recruit in the first months of service, literally suffered from an acute lack of snow. At times, where the cover was too compacted, in order to avoid excessive wear of the expensive caterpillar, it was even necessary to resort to the help of special “anchors”: metal hook-shaped whiskers in the open position throw scarce snow inside the caterpillar mover, providing proper lubrication to the rubbing elements.
The pilot also suffered from the lack of alpine landscapes outside the window! Indeed, in such dull conditions it is very difficult to reveal a good half of the excellent qualities of the “mountain worker”. What can I tell you - in shallow snow it will be difficult to even “get close” to them without cooling off halfway.
