Old dog back on a ski....

[Texas Skeeter]

First timer on the forum but not new to stand ups. Rode my first Js300 back in early 80's and went through the 440,550,650,750 progression. Dropped the hobby at age 25 when life/work/wife got in the way. Lol

Anyhoo back into a 98 sxi pro with a few mods now 25 yrs later at age 50! I figured my soon to be 13 yr old needs to start riding, and Dad too!

Just figured to post pics once figured out and get some advice from time to time. This ski will get a full resto this winter. Everything is coming off for new paint, wrap, pads etc.

98 sxi Pro- this ski is a beast!
Factory pipe
R&D ride plate
R&D intake
Water box removed
Aluminum pole

 

[Texas Skeeter]

 

[Texas Skeeter]

Well that didn't work! Lol

 

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[Mike W]

I can definitely relate to your story. Welcome back!

 

[Texas Skeeter]

Thx Mike. I can definitely say I'm not 25 anymore after riding it! Lol every damn muscle I have was sore for 2 days!!! Going back out this weekend. Ha

 

[Texas Skeeter]

My Pro also has an MSD ignition box with red and green lights on it. How do I know if it has an after market flywheel too?

 

[Texas Skeeter]

This 98 Pro is for sale in Ski for sale section....

 

[vomitspot]

that msd box is water injection controler

 

[Texas Skeeter]

See that ya learn something new every day. Lol

 

[oldguy750]

Haha. That story sounds familiar. I'm rebuilding a 750SX to start riding again, I'll be 50 in Novevember.

 

[Texas Skeeter]

Here's some good advice.... what ever shape you think your in, it isn't good enough!! Lol Hit the gym and work your quads, lats, back, bi's and tri's. I work a lot for a living and those muscles were sore for 2 days after my 1st welcome back ride! Lol