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SNO-450X SNOWRAPTOR | 450CC Timbersled - Competition Snow Bike

SNO-450X SNOWRAPTOR | 450CC Timbersled - Competition Snow Bike

Regular price $7,499.00 USD
Regular price $12,749.00 USD Sale price $7,499.00 USD
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VMC SR450X SNOW RAPTOR 

Is our Buzzwith either a 120"x12" track -or- a 129"×11.5" Track.  

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• New with 12-month, 1000-hour WCF Warranty 

Standard features

• Heated Grips
• Spare Runner

• Tools Fitted Specifically to this bike
• GPS Navigation with Emergency Beacon
• Aluminum Stand
• 450cc 4-Stroke
• 5-Speed Manual

Fantastic more affordable option to big brands names. Offering equal warranties, features, performance and tech as "big motorcycle" but for $$$ thousands $$$ less.

The endearingly nicknamed Sno-Rap is built from a VMC 450cc Competition Dirt Bike, the Trail Raptor 450 XTRM and given a 12" wide by 106" long timbersled with 12" travel. 

- Engine Type: 450 cc (27.5 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder 
- Engine Model: ZS194MQ - NC450 series by Zongshen
- Bore × Stroke: 3.78 in × 2.44 in 
- Compression Ratio: 10.5 : 1 
- Fuel System: electronic fuel injection, 1.73 in throttle body 
- Ignition: CDI with digital spark control 
- Start System: electric start with kick-start backup 
- Transmission: 6-speed sequential gearbox 
- Final Drive: 520-pitch O-ring chain 
- Clutch: multi-plate wet clutch 
- Frame: chromoly steel trellis, rally-tuned 
- Subframe: removable aluminum alloy 
- Front Suspension: inverted fork, 11.8 in travel, adjustable preload/rebound/compression 
- Rear Suspension: linkage-type monoshock, 12.6 in travel, adjustable preload/rebound 
- Steering Head Angle: 63° 
- Trail: 4.33 in 
- Swingarm: boxed steel, reinforced pivot 
- Steering Stem Bearings: tapered roller 
- Swingarm Pivot Bearings: sealed 
- Brake Front: 10.2 in wave disc, twin-piston caliper 
- Brake Rear: 8.7 in wave disc, single-piston caliper 
- Brake Lines: stainless-steel braided 
- Ski: HDPE, 47.2 in × 12.6 in × 0.59 in with steel runner 
- Track Assembly: 106.1 in rubber track; steel-reinforced; 1.5 in lugs 
- Track Width: 11.8 in 
- Track Pitch: 2 in 
- Track Tensioner: adjustable slide rail 
- Ski Suspension: independent A-arm, 4.7 in travel 
- Wheelbase (with snowkit): 58.6 in 
- Ground Clearance: 14.2 in 
- Seat Height: adjustable 37.0 in–37.8 in 
- Overall Length: 86.6 in 
- Overall Width: 33.5 in 
- Overall Height: 53.2 in 
- Dry Weight (bike only): 297.6 lb 
- Wet Weight (with snowkit): 429.9 lb 
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 7.4 US gal 
- Range: ~217.5 mi at steady throttle 
- Fuel Economy: ~47 mpg (US) mixed conditions 
- Peak Power: 40.2 hp @ 8 000 rpm 
- Peak Torque: 27.3 ft·lb @ 7 000 rpm 
- Redline: 9 500 rpm (10 200 rpm limiter) 
- Idle Speed: 1 400 ± 100 rpm 
- Cooling System: dual radiators with crash guards 
- Oil Cooler: integrated in radiator circuit 
- Coolant Capacity: 2.32 qt ethylene-glycol mix 
- Oil Capacity: 1.90 qt synthetic 10W-50 
- Airbox Volume: 0.66 US gal dual-stage foam filters 
- Electrical Output: 200 W stator, voltage regulator 
- Battery: 12 V, 30 Ah lithium-ion 
- Lighting: 1 500 lumen LED headlight; LED tail light 
- Dashboard: digital LCD—speed, gear, rpm, fuel, hour meter, diagnostics 
- Handlebars: 1.13 in chromoly, adjustable risers ± 0.79 in 
- Controls: thumb throttle with dual-cable redundancy 
- Handguards: rally-spec reinforced plastic 
- Heated Grips: optional, three heat levels, 3 A draw 
- USB Port: 5 V/2 A outlet on dash 
- Roadbook Holder: integrated under fairing 
- GPS Mount: aluminum bracket on bars 
- Skid Plate: full-coverage aluminum 
- Engine Guards: tubular steel 
- Body Panels: UV-resistant polyamide composite 
livery 
- Frame Finish: powder-coat matte black 
- Service Interval: oil/filter every 20 hr; valves every 40 hr 
- Spark Plug: NGK BR9ES, gap 0.031 in 
- Valve Clearance: intake 0.004 in; exhaust 0.006 in 
- Fork Oil Volume: 9.5 fl oz per leg 
- Shock Oil Volume: 8.5 fl oz 

Standard model Timbersled 

Technical Specifications

Gearing
- Case gearing (upper : lower): 18 : 17

Drivetrain
- Chain/Belt drive: 52–520 X-Ring  
- Driver sprocket: 2.86 pitch, 6-tooth  
- Driveshaft: Standard  
- Drivetrain type: Chain drive  
- Chain type: 520 X-Ring

Track
- Track dimensions (W × L × lug): 11.5 × 129 × 2.5 in  
- Lug height: 2.5 in

Dimensions & Weight
- Dry weight (front): 16.0 lbs / 7.25 kg  
- Dry weight (rear): 112 lbs / 51 kg  
- Overall length: 68 in / 172.7 cm

Rear Suspension
- Hyfax: Standard  
- Rail color: Natural  
- Rear travel (fixed fit): 12.0 in / 30.5 cm  
- Rear travel (adjustable fit): 20.0 in / 50.8 cm  
- Shock type: IFP  
- Suspension arm color: Black  
- Suspension type: A-arm

Chassis
- Bumper: Included (Natural/Black)  
- Rails length: 129 in  
- Frame color: Natural/Black  
- Graphics color: Black/Titanium  
- Side panel color: Black  
- Snow flap: Included

Front Suspension
- Ski hoop color: Black  
- Ski type: Single-runner  
- Spindle: Lightweight, Black

Features
- Fuel storage: 2.9 gal / 11 L accessory tank  


Extras that are included with your new SNO-450X
- Heated Grips
- GPS Navigation with Emergency Beacon
- Tool Kit
- Aluminum Transport Stand
- Spare Steel Ski Runner
- Track Lug Replacement Kit

Owner Commentary: 
  - “Unmatched deep-snow traction—even at full lean.” 
  - “Stability at 70 mph open flats is phenomenal.” 
  - “EFI never hiccups, even below –25 °F.” 
  - “Suspension soaks chop; I’ve skipped ride days before swapping back to wheels.” 

Performance Tests:
  - 0–37 mph in 3.9 s on packed snow 
  - Top speed 75 mph in open terrain 
  - 93 mi single-tank endurance run 
  - 30° slope climb in deep powder 

Troubleshooting Tips: 
  - Pre-heat battery below –15 °F 
  - Re-tension track after first 31 mi 
  - Use full-synthetic oil for cold starts 
  - Annually inspect all A-arm bearings 

Recommended Gear: 
  - DOT-certified snow helmet 
  - Heated gloves & boots 
  - Avalanche beacon mount 
  - Layered cold-weather riding suit 

Shipping: 
  - Crate Weight: 397 lb 
  - Crate Dimensions: 7.5 ft × 3 ft × 4 ft 
  - Every order is unique, shipping is calculated with insurance at checkout. Average $500 shipping in the USA

Break-In Procedure: 
  - Ride 20 min at low load 
  - First oil change at 5 hr 
  - Valve check at 10 hr 

-Storage: 
  - Fog engine with corrosion inhibitor 
  - Drain or stabilize fuel 
  - Remove & store battery indoors 

- Brand Promise: Same quality, features and performance as the big brands -substantially more affordable.
                           
 "Want a Yamaha? Put a sticker on it"


- Customer Satisfaction: 4.8/5 average rating 
- Return Policy: 30 days, restocking fee applies 
- After-sales Support: 24/7 hotline and online parts portal 

Here’s what riders rave about most when they hop on a SNO-450X

- Deep-Snow Foat 
  The 11.8 in ski and 11.8 in track work like magic—letting you glide over untouched powder instead of plowing through it.

- Rally-Style Agility 
  At just under 300 lb dry, it feels feather-light. You can flick it through tight trees or pop off snow-bank lips without feeling like you’re wrestling a tank.

- Cold-Start Reliability 
  EFI with a heated throttle body and lithium-ion battery means instant fire-ups, even when temps dip below ‑25 °F.

- Quick Swap-Back Kit 
  One hour, basic tools—swap the snowkit for wheels and you’ve got a street-legal dirt bike ready for summer adventures.

- Suspension That Eats Chop 
  12.6 in rear travel and 11.8 in front travel soak up rutted back-country runs and keep you perched, not bounced.

- Digital Rally Dash
  Speed, gear, fuel, RPM, even fault codes—all right in your line of sight. No guessing, just go-time confidence.

- Custom Livery Options 
  “SNOWRAPTOR 450X” or “SR450X” decal kits let owners express themselves, and swapping graphics is faster than a pit stop.

- True All-Season Versatility 
  From deep-powder snow rides to spring mud bogs (with wheels on), it’s the one-bike-does-it-all platform everyone keeps in the barn.

- Community-Driven Mods 
  Owners are constantly sharing quick-install titanium guards, LED light-bar setups, and carbon-fiber accents—so you can kit yours to match your style.

- Adventure-Ready Ergonomics 
  Flat, narrow seat and high, adjustable bars mean you can stand, lean, swerve, and chase sunrise lines all day without fatigue.


Top Q&A Entries for the SNO-450X

- Q: How does the K16-NC450 perform in deep powder versus hard-packed trails? 
  A: Its 11.8 in ski and 11.8 in track width maximize flotation in deep snow, while adjustable ski runner and suspension tuning deliver precise edge control on firmer surfaces.

- Q: Can the EFI system ice over in sub-zero temps? 
  A: No—heated throttle body and insulated fuel lines maintain atomization down to –30 °F, ensuring reliable cold starts.

- Q: How easy is it to swap back to wheels for summer riding? 
  A: With quick-release hubs and bolt-on ski brackets, the conversion takes under 1 hr using a basic hand-tool kit.

- Q: Are aftermarket upgrades plug-and-play? 
  A: Yes—520-chain sprockets, KTM-style footpegs, and many rally accessories bolt directly; custom brackets exist for niche parts.

- Q: Is there room for a pillion passenger? 
  A: A two-up subframe pad fits, but it shifts weight rearward; recommended only for short jaunts.

- Q: How often should owners check track tension? 
  A: Inspect and adjust every 31 mi or more frequently in wet, icy, or abrasive snow conditions.

- Q: How reliable is the electric start at altitude? 
  A: The 200 W stator and 30 Ah lithium battery deliver consistent cranking up to 14 800 ft; the kick-start backup covers worst-case scenarios.

- Q: What runner options exist for the ski? 
  A: Stock steel runner for general use; optional carbide-tipped runner kit for icy crust penetration.

- Q: How significant is power loss at high elevations? 
  A: EFI mapping compensates up to 14 800 ft; expect under 8% peak-power drop with the optional high-altitude jet kit.

- Q: What’s the ideal break-in procedure? 
  A: Ride at moderate throttle for first 20 min, change oil/filter at 5 hr, then progressively increase load.


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- 256-bit SSL encryption on every transaction
- PCI DSS–compliant gateways (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX)
- Two-factor authentication and real-time fraud monitoring

2. Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing
- No hidden fees or last-minute surcharges
- Detailed landed-cost breakdown (unit, freight, duties, handling)
- Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) option for door-to-door clarity

3. Generous Money-Back Guarantee
- 30-day risk-free returns, no questions asked
- Prepaid return label for easy shipping back
- Fast refunds processed within 5 business days

4. Insured, Trackable Shipping
- Every shipment is fully insured from factory to your door
- Real-time tracking with proactive delivery alerts
- Customs clearance handled by our broker, no surprises

5. Robust, Extendable Warranty
- 1-year comprehensive coverage on motor, battery and controller
- Lifetime frame warranty for structural peace of mind
- Extended service plans available for fleets and repeat buyers

6. Dedicated U.S.-Based Support
- 24/7 live chat, phone, and email assistance
- Certified EV technicians for remote diagnostics  
- Over-the-air firmware updates keep your bike at peak performance

7. Ironclad Data Privacy
- GDPR; CCPA-compliant data policies
- We never sell or share your personal information
- Opt-out options and full data-deletion upon request

8. Full Regulatory Compliance
- DOT-approved lighting, mirrors, and VIN registration
- FCC-certified electronics and UL-rated battery pack
- IP65 water- and dust-resistant components
- Licensed, Registered and bonded company located in Texas, USA

9. Financing; Insurance-Ready
- Low-rate financing through top U.S. lenders
- VIN, spec sheet, and invoice provided for seamless insurance
- Pre-approval options to lock in rates before you buy

US 1-year/6,000 mile warranty is through by Integrity-Warranty.

For more details or any questions regarding the SNO-450X or any of our other quality products, please contact one of our knowledgeable customer care agents.

1 (833) 444-8328

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