Snowmachine Chassis

http://www.snowmobile.com/products/inside-arctic-cats-procross-race-suspension-1450.htmlThe chassis is basically the skeleton of a snowmachine. All the different parts of the sled are connected to and held together by the chassis. It is one of the biggest factors in durability and weight and also determines how easy the machine is to handle by the rider. The suspension and skis are often considered part of the chassis for this reason. The design of the chassis can be fine-tuned to different purposes and conditions, and so may differ between snowmachines. For example, a snowmachine designed for riding in the deep powder and steep slopes of the mountains will have a lighter chassishttps://www.snowest.com/2008/11/brp-celebrates-50-years-of with wider skis and a longer track for better flotation and climbing performance, whereas a snowmachine designed for racing along trails will have a sturdier chassis and stiffer suspension to endure the many bumps and impacts associated with the trails, along with skinnier skis and a shorter track for better handling and control. In regards to control, the chassis is without a doubt the single most important aspect of how well a snowmachine handles. It determines how the rider positions his/her body on the sled. I will expound on this under the Riding Technique section.

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