Just my opinion on what I think of the new sleds. I 110% highly recommend getting a Matryx if you are on an Axys currently!!!
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@paultremelling93233 жыл бұрын
Part of control is expecting the unexpected in those blind areas, which puts you in the seat of making a decision in that moment. I like your style of riding, same as mine. Great channel, great content. Keep it up!
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Hey Paul much appreciated. Reactions have to be quick and you have to be smart thats all. Ride fast and be smart! Thanks for the support!
@snomofilms3 жыл бұрын
Don’t apologize for using the entire trail- that’s what it’s there for, and it’s the safest way to ride. When you can’t see in front, you move to the right like you said. People just don’t get it. Oh, and smash the like button for Nash, would ya’ll?!
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
absolutely! people dont get it but i needed to touch on it! Nash is the man!!!!
@mobilewintercamp75153 жыл бұрын
Dude, fantastic beginning. Yes you nailed it. Pushing hard in the right conditions and FIELD OF ViSION. Slowing down when the safety elements are removed. Slow people on the left side of the trail around blind left turns. Riding isn’t all about physical capabilities. It’s mental. Knowing yourself, the capabilities of the equipment, the conditions and reading the trail and interpreting the information. Those who give you grief don’t have the comprehension it takes to understand and further process the information. I’ve been saying what you did and riding as such for years. Great way in which you addressed this. I’m so happy to hear it 😊❤️🇺🇸❄️☃️🛷🔥⛺️🌄
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Best comment award! glad we are on the same page. Its all about how you process it and handle the situations that are in front of you. Happy Sledding this year!
@mobilewintercamp75153 жыл бұрын
@@JESSEJAMES322 thanks . Maine is not doing well. We’ll see if I can salvage my season before my opportunity is over. I appreciate the award 🥇😊❤️🇺🇸❄️☃️🛷🔥⛺️🌄
@lifeonthehill99773 жыл бұрын
Rick from SOUTHERN NH. I actually did my first ever sno-check of a VR1 850 137 storm 150. Coming off a 2003 pro-x 700. I haven't ridden in a couple years and we just did 90 miles in NH(between twin and pittsburg). What a machine. They just beg to be railed I 'm 38 and like many have been riding sleds and four-wheelers etc since before I could walk(as a passenger mostly of course) and have always used the entire trail when I can see. I believe it really is a safer way to ride. Keep em coming and be safe.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Glad you are loving it as much as i am! More to come so stay tuned!
@Joeys9903 жыл бұрын
I ride pretty much the same and I get the same comments. The videos don’t really show what we can see that well. Because I’m always in control and aware of what’s going on. When I can see I’m all over the trail. Keep rippin and Ride on brother! 💪
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Yea the video really limits the view of what we can see if the real world! You as well! Enjoy the season!!
@kevindailey57785 ай бұрын
Wow, you can really handle a sled. I wish my skills were nearly that good. The power of this sled is unreal.
@JESSEJAMES3225 ай бұрын
many years of riding and racing at a professional level!
@ontplates3 жыл бұрын
It boils down to driver awareness and/or a defensive style riding. You know your own limits you don't know others. Play safe ride hard!
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
I hear ya there! You as well!
@happyindeed63923 жыл бұрын
You are a good rider and I agree with you 100 percent. I noticed you are on the brakes all of the time. It is the drunks and inexperienced people that drive too agressive for the abilities. I came from a 2020 assault to a 2021 matryx and cant believe the difference. Way more fun. Loves to be ridden super aggressive.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Agreed 100%. always heavy on the brakes especially coming into a blind corner. just have to be smart. ride hard but be smart and in control. It is definitely the inexperienced and drunks that are the bulk of the issue. Ive seen it all before. The Matryx is amazing over the Axys i agree!!
@JBinMaine13 жыл бұрын
I just rolled through 520 miles on my VR1 137. You made a comment about lowering your FTS and I say "DO IT'! It cleans up the front end push and gives more bite for sure. I turned mine down 1 full turn. Have a good ride this weekend and let us know how the suspension adjustments work out for you.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Hey my man! I will be testing a few things out and will let you know. My current situation is my skis bite so hard that ill get ski lift so taking some preload out of the front springs should flatten my front end enough!
@wenninger22793 жыл бұрын
From watching your last video I can tell you that you were ridding WELL within your limits. For people that have never raced I don't think they can read riders very well. You stayed on your side of the trail the whole time and also when you needed to change lines mid corner you were able to do it EASILY which speaks for itself! Anyone ridding over there head or even in a race you cant do this easily! I can guarantee 98 percent of the people complaing about the ridding in that video are more dangerous then skilled drivers on the trail ridding like you guys were. Anyways awesome ridding man! I look forward to seeing some more and I'm glad I finally found a snowmobiler on KZfaq that has my ridding style haha!
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I know im within my limits some people just cant accept that i can ride fast but under control!
@thomasserena65803 жыл бұрын
I really don't see what people are complaining about. I ride like you. I don't see anything wrong. Your in control and aware of your surroundings.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
People just need to complain about something its crazy. Talked about it once and then thats it!
@dennyhyer21633 жыл бұрын
Man you're keeping the video's rolling . I love it . thanks you
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Trying! Would like to keep 2 videos a week for as long as i can!
@gobigparts3 жыл бұрын
That makes sense for the assault because off trail you really don't want to couple unless climbing super steep climbs. Most of the time stand up off trail as well.
@bergracing5b5473 жыл бұрын
If you can see the other side of the corner use all the trail, but if you can't see the other side either go to the inside or the outside depending on the corner. When you've got guys you trust to ride with and ride hard like you do and I also do, there's times we might be in each other's bumpers through the corners, but we have ridden together for many years and we use the whole trail when we can and when not safe we ride right fit sure.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Yup its all about being smart and aware of whats going on ahead of you. Cant ride to your ski tips you have to ride 100 feet ahead of your ski tips and anticipate whats coming!
@richspoon63863 жыл бұрын
New subscriber, love your videos so far. Just bought my first sled (2019 Indy XC 129), my buddy is taking me to Tug Hill this week for the first time. Small world!
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Hey Rich thats for joining and following along! Nice first sled! Enjoy the riding ill be up there as well!
@RideFishHunt3 жыл бұрын
Great video! I think I am going to spring order one. Would love to see a comparison between yours and a ZR9000 or Sidewinder. On the trails.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott. I do not know anyone with either of those sleds but if i come across someone i definitely will. I highly recomend snowchecking one!! You will not be upset!
@bergracing5b5473 жыл бұрын
I don't think there would be any other choice of what she's would be better for the twisty trails and that's the Polaris, I say this because the other two are 4 strokes and heavy pigs. I talked to guy this last Thursday in the UP of Michigan and he said they are fast in the straights but pigs in the corners, and I would tend to agree that they wouldn't be as nimble in the corners as a Polaris. My two cents. Great videos also
@RideFishHunt3 жыл бұрын
@@bergracing5b547 your pretty spot on. But my sled doesn't feel like a pig. I am just looking for something with less power that I can arrive for fun. My 2016 ZR9000 limited with just about everything you can get is very damn tiring. 300+ hp and no head studs. I like to live on the wild side. 6,500+ miles and all smiles!
@crf77823 жыл бұрын
Agree 100% on your not the one to be scared of on the trail. Coming from a former racer also. We have control and vision that the normal riders just don’t have.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more. My eyes are not at my skis they are 150 feet plus in front of me at all times seeing what is ahead. And people do not understand that!
@nateruh36983 жыл бұрын
great video great feedback iam going to get one next year enjoy the snow this weekend
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nate! You will enjoy it!
@mikeebert86953 жыл бұрын
Myself and a couple buddies ride the same way as you guys do, no joke. Don't even waste your breath on the haters. I had a 15 pro s 120 and then an 18 pro s le 120.....I had my reservations about getting the matryx 850 as I was in love with the Pro S, that sled with a competent rider was like a slot car in the woods and hard to hang with. I agree 110 percent with you though about the new matryx. I still love the axys but this thing is just better. You ever make it out to the Midwest and ride northern WI?
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
I didnt wnat to waste my breath but i had to touch on it and as you can see by all the comments on this video many are in support of me. These are just better. The room you have to move around makes it feel that much better. I have not been out there to ride but would love to some day get out there!
@recentlyretired Жыл бұрын
There is a video showing how to stop snow from coming in to glove box . It’s basically a thick foam piece
@JESSEJAMES322 Жыл бұрын
yea many ways to get it to stop. this video was from when we were still trying to figure it all out
@jipper28223 жыл бұрын
Good review of both sleds. But now I'm going to have to buy a 2022 matrix. Oh well its only money. Glad you have snow to ride, here in Minnesota we have horrible snow this year so far.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
It is only money! We are only hear once enjoy it!
@troysalen14263 жыл бұрын
Awesome ride through the twistys. Sure it gave you plenty of input on the overall handling and characteristics of your set up.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
It did and now i have a few tweaks i want to make!
@dougwilliamson39273 жыл бұрын
Don’t even listen to the other people. Just keep doing what you are doing. They are great videos. I ride the same way.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that!! Next video is pretty cool!
@thomasserena65803 жыл бұрын
Man , I hope I didn't screw up , I ordered the VR1 850 with a 137 ice ripper.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Youll be happy with it! Such a beast of a sled!
@plamannc3 жыл бұрын
Live life and enjoy it. But my dad taught me a very good lesson as a young snowmobiler. Live by the brake, die by the brake. I'm not saying don't ride and have fun but if you can't control a corner unless you hammer the brake then you might be taking your last corner.
@mike420fan3 жыл бұрын
I got to sit on a matryx the other day. It felt good. But very noticeably smaller front end. I love my axys
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
If you love your Axys you will 110% love a Matryx hands down
@mike420fan3 жыл бұрын
@@JESSEJAMES322 maybe in a few years I'll have one. Love my 2015 switchback PRO-S 800 137" 1.25 ripsaw 2. First trail ride of the year Logged 100 miles today in north west Maine with a buddy. When snow conditions are bad I need some woodys studs asap. Maine doesn't have crap for snow at the moment bummer.
@bigmurph14473 жыл бұрын
Its unreal how the longer track sleds ride and handle on the trails its not even worth buying a short track anymore.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Agreed. they have come a long way!
@TRAIL3253 жыл бұрын
Matryx hands down overall. I have no issues with the shocks settings with the current preload clicker combo other then some slight pushing in loose snow
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
100%. Couldn't agree more!
@TRAIL3253 жыл бұрын
@@JESSEJAMES322 im finding that one click higher in the front track shock settles the rear nicely
@dallasdiz113 жыл бұрын
Great info say what are your temps. on the trails my hottest is 118 and the coolest is 95 which is great my 2016 RMK with a 2" track was as high as 180 but when I dropped my scratchers it would drop to 125. I have a 2021 650 Assault with a 1.5 ice storm and I love this machine your right they are great sleds. '
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
i run between 100-120 on trails and up to 140 on roads. The 2" track just blows all the snow out the back which is why its so hot! They are incredible machines i am blown away!
@rickschnellmann93313 жыл бұрын
Jesse, it's the same thing in skiing. Speed and control are two different things, many people just don't understand that. A clueless person with weak skills going 20 mph can be way more dangerous to those around him than a knowledgable skilled skier going 50 mph.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Hey Rick i agree 100% but i needed to touch on it because it was driving me nuts. If you are in control thats all that matters! Appreciate the support!
@djg10283 жыл бұрын
Great video comparison talk! What were your reasons on going with the 129 VR1 versus the 137 VR1? I think they trail equally as good if not the 137 would be a little bit better. The 146 is obviously a true 50-50 crossover but a little harder to whip around on the tight twisty trails. It will still trail good but not as good as a 137 or 129. Also, have you ever ridden the huge Copenhagen loop at tug hill? It would give you some different video footage because it’s not all through the trees and the woods it’s all huge wide open fields and Meadows, tons of fields to play in and the trails are very wide, very long, you can see the trail very far away so they are flat and fast. Very pretty! I rode that twice on Monday. I have a 2018 XCR 800 136 Switchback 1.35 cobra.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
I went with a 129 because i knew i was doing a big wheel kit which ends you at a 136. If i was not going to mod the sled like i did i would have a 137 for sure. I think its the best trail length sled you could own. the 146 whips better than you would think the Assaults are very impressive. I have also done the loop a few times and possibly this weekend. Nice sled!
@djg10283 жыл бұрын
@@JESSEJAMES322 very nice man!
@Michael4263 жыл бұрын
Keep up the riding videos! I watch on the big tv and pretend I’m riding 😂 leg is in a cast so might not even get to ride my sled this year 😞 just got it broken in end of last season cause we had such a shit winter. Question about the axys I got the Indy XC 137 it darts at low speeds any tips on getting rid of that? Stock skis and stock carbides are still on it.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Hopefully you heal up soon! I would check Toe in/ Toe out. Want skis toed out 1/8 - 1/4 of an inch. That will help a ton!
@michaelcantrell49063 жыл бұрын
Questions for you polaris riders. Bought new 2021 switchback pro S 850. Fouling plugs badly. After 22 hours matts cycles shop. Says it's the break in phase. Gone threw 8 plugs. on the fence about the 850. Patriot. Normal or is there something wrong with sled???
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Hey Michael. I have been lucky to not have to deal with fouling plugs. WIth that being said i beat the ever living hell out of my sled. When in break in they run extra fuel and oil and if you do not get them hot and burn all that off they will foul. If you have the latest flash from polaris there is nothing else to do. Go hold it to the bar!
@jethrobodine011 Жыл бұрын
I will pass people on the trail as well. Nothing worse than getting behind a slow group.
@JESSEJAMES322 Жыл бұрын
in a safe spot its fair game
@chrisstiffler21853 жыл бұрын
Where I live, we don’t have trails, much less groomed race track beautiful stuff you get to ride! But I do have a question, and I’m not a trail rider, because we don’t have trails, but I plan on renting a sled somewhere so I can go ride. My question is: I see passing traffic with a hand up, is that a signal there is more riders coming behind, or just a fellow enthusiast wave ? I come from professional auto racing and some hand signals actually mean something, hence my question. From an older guy ( 52 ), and being safety minded, I would think a special hand signal on blind corner trails, that there are others behind them, would be a good thing. On the street I use both lanes if I can see ahead in the twisty bits, so ride how you want as long as it’s safe!
@Jdplayz-bq4ys3 жыл бұрын
When you are riding you put up the number of people behind you with your fingers. If you are the only one or the last one you make a high fist.
@chrisstiffler21853 жыл бұрын
Thanks now I know what to look for in Chris’ videos.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Question was answered but yes number of people behind you!
@craighoffman61013 жыл бұрын
Hey man keep riding hard we all do it nothing wrong with it. If they can’t handle stay off the trails. We buy these sleds to ride so ride hard.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
100%! as long as you can handle the sled and the speed have at it. Experience vs inexperienced is the issue!
@gobigparts3 жыл бұрын
Ok, I figured you might get some comments. However, to me it didn't look like you were going that fast. When we were younger and before we got into off trail riding we used to run the trails super fast. Don't do this anymore because I don't have the sled for it and quite honestly its not our type of riding anymore. Maybe its the camera but it really didn't seem that fast. I did notice that you could see a head when ever you used up the entire trail. Its all about control.
@cajun8693 жыл бұрын
There is ABSOLUTELY nothing wrong with the way you ride, as I do the exact same thing. The people that are dangerous on the trail are the ones oblivious to their surroundings. People that ride hard, have situational awareness. On another point of being dangerous, whoever thought it was a good idea to take you hand off of the bars as you pass another rider is a fool. I could care less how many people are in your group. People need to assume that someone is coming around the corner if you can't see around it. That's why I like night riding, as you get to use the whole corner for faster speeds. Now on to the real reason for my comment. You are killing me that you didn't compare the headlights. To me the Axys headlight is incredible, seems hard to beat especially since you didn't mention it. So what's your thoughts. Thanks for the time and effort and let Michigan have some of that snow.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Cajun persuasion!! Appreciate the support on the riding habits and i totally agree. Funny you say that about the light the next video is about how i feel on the light. I don't have too much to say about it but ill do my best! again i appreciate the support and glad you're following along!!!
@tylorthibault98823 жыл бұрын
I agree with your thoughts on the VR1. Coming from a Doo 850 with a laundry list of add on's (zollinger offset spindles, elka stage 4 shocks, Laflamme swaybar) I couldn't be happier with the VR1. Better riding position, better front suspension, 7s is awesome, motor and clutching are spot on out of the box. The only thing imo keeping this machine from being an absolute home run is the shock package. Polaris built this machine to be a groom trail weapon, not an XCR and it is just that. You can quickly exceed the operating range of the rear skid when the trail gets a little rough. I have talk to Bruce G at southside about a re-valve and Dave at Hygear about an Axis shock package. Just need to decide which direction to go. If you have Bruce re-valve your rear shocks keep us updated
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Yes i think Polaris's rider positioning is light years past the gen 4. And out the box they are great i am very impressed. As for shocks i do agree. Not where they need to be. Bruce has already re-valved mine but i will be sending them back so he can change one other things. I would highly suggest sending them to him. Great guy that does great work!
@coryroot3 жыл бұрын
Haters gonna hate keep doing your thing
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
You know it! And i will continue just needed to touch on it!
@speed76253 жыл бұрын
What about headlight function comparing the two?
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
tonights video!
@joediscatio19173 жыл бұрын
What’s the best way to keep the ski from lifting when coming out of corners?
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Loaded question because a lot depends on set up. Leaning your body weight obviously helps. As for set up lowing the spring preload on the front springs and getting those a-arms as paralell to the ground helps.
@joediscatio19173 жыл бұрын
@@JESSEJAMES322 thanks for the help... love watching your videos.. keep them coming 🤙🏾
@donknicker81103 жыл бұрын
I rode with some ex snowcross racers they were nuts its a race all day was a blast to ride with them I'll follow them but won't lead that fast you come in the corner hot and the guy coming at you gets scared and locks up the brakes and you can't sweep the corner...but yeah those racers had great control of their sleds
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Yessir! That is the difference full control all the time. Yes anything can happen but riding hard and in control is much different then riding hard and out of control!
@markskillen56113 жыл бұрын
How do you think the clutch kit you put in works do you recommend it?
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
I think it works great. Great pull. Great backshift. Highly reccomend!
@isaiahlunsford63739 ай бұрын
When Greg gonna be on the Chanel
@JESSEJAMES3229 ай бұрын
who knows
@robertanthony967411 ай бұрын
From the looks of this ride, you don't ride all that hard. You seem to be off the throttle more than on the throttle. Not condemning, thought you would have been riding harder. Still like your video's.
@JESSEJAMES32211 ай бұрын
videos dont do any justice unfortunatley
@timothyhaywood66213 жыл бұрын
I have been riding Tug hill since 1987.. I ride the same as you do and have never crashed into someone or hurt anyone else. The key is stay right when you cannot see far enough ahead to see traffic.. also keep hands on the bars at all time do you have control at all times. Sometime in the early 2000s people started hand signalling and I have noticed an increase of people with less control of their sleds.. it's always someone who has been going there for 3 years that act like they should be the one making the rules.. justt a rant from a old fart
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
You can ride like this all the time and be totally fine. Its about being in control all the time. Inexperience in my eye sis the biggest issue i agree! Well hope to see you up there!
@timothyhaywood66213 жыл бұрын
I stay at camp in Osceola and ride a white Blade striker x most of the time. I will keep an eye out for a matrix with big wheel kit.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
Ill be there!!
@rushrider8003 жыл бұрын
Have you ever checked your gas mileage?
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
yes. around 7.5-8 mpg
@tylorthibault98823 жыл бұрын
@@JESSEJAMES322 wow! I'm seeing 12.5-14 mpg and I'm certainly not easy on the throttle
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
@@tylorthibault9882 ive never been one to get good MPG hahaha.
@motorheadronnie3 жыл бұрын
It'd be valuable info except for the fact that your sleds have so many mods.
@JESSEJAMES3223 жыл бұрын
But everything i talked about (until the end) is all just Matryx features and how the feel is over an Axys. Nothing about my mods. Strictly standard matryx features
@motorheadronnie3 жыл бұрын
@@JESSEJAMES322 I understand and you did a good job at describing those features, but I'm sure your extensive mods and their performance has drastically improved the sled as well. Good pup!