hey guys, thinking about buying a 04' switchback and just want to know the goods and the bads on this sled.

The SKS and switchback sleds were a decent sled in terms of power, the 136 track was good in ditches, and offered reasonable flotation in the powder. They also could reach some pretty good speeds for a long track, 95-100 mph depending on size. What are you looking to do with it if you buy it?

Bought my 04 and have loved it. Out of the box after breakin I GPSd my speed at a whopping 114. After first year tune-up...only about 105...(I weigh 240). Has ran great with no problems other than when you want to go vertical (altitude)...you had better re-jet or put an altitude compensator on it prior to doing any high altitude riding. I've ridden as high as 7,000 at Arctic Man and it ran fine. It is amazing where this sled will go with only a 144 X 1.25 track...I've ridden everywhere that my buddies have ridden on their Summit's except for 1 hill...very deep powder...just couldn't quite make it...horsepower was there...just not enough track. Good in the boonies also. I have the weight/strength to really throw this machine around, so it works great for me. You won't get the best mileage...I usually put around 75 miles on mine, then fill up, but have never ran it dry to really test it...I usually ride wide open throttle when I can.