Ski-Doo Snowmobile Torque Specs

Many people look forward to heading out on the snow every winter and racing through the trails on a Ski-Doo snowmobile. Riding a machine that has ample horsepower and ample torque is key to enjoying the speed and power of snowmobiling that is desired by so many winter activity enthusiasts.

About Ski-Doo

Ski-Doo is a subsidiary division of Canadian company Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP), specializing in sled-style snowmobiles. Ski-Doo has been in production since 1942. It continues to be one of the most popular snowmobile manufacturers today.

Torque

• The level of torque in the different model snowmobiles by Ski-Doo will differ slightly depending on the type of motor used in each model, but all models will contain some amount of torque. 


• Torque is the tendency and measurement of an objects availability to move on an axis. 


• Sufficient torque allows the snowmobile to accelerate quickly with no lag.


• The peak torque of Ski-Doo snowmobiles will measure at about 99.3 feet-pounds at 8,000 RPM. 

Ski-Doo Snowmobile Models

Three of the most popular model snowmobiles made by Ski-Doo are the Ski-Doo Renegade X 1200, Ski-Doo Summit Everest and the Ski-Doo MXZx 600 RS. 

• The Ski-Doo Renegade is designed with an SC-5 rear suspension with the torque pivoting on its unique RipSaw track. The track measures 16-by-137-by-1 1/4 inches. 


• The Ski-Doo Summit is built with the 800R motor, allowing the total level of torque to be increased. 


• The Ski-Doo MXZx contains the E-TEC 800R motor, which also allows the torque level to increase even further.