What size track do you ride? Maybe you are in the process of deciding what length to go with. In this video I'm on a 120" CMX snow bike kit on a stock KTM xcf450. While short tracks are generally capable of higher track speed and make easier handling snow bikes, they do have less traction and flotation than the maybe more popular 129 or 137 options. Riding a 120 requires way more rider input and throttle control through the terrain. But spooling up a "shorty" is just way too much fun! For me, crushing sub alpine lines with the ability to hold a higher gear really takes the snow mx experience to another level . I have a serious need for track speed.
When I switched from snowmobiling to snowbiking 7 years ago I rode and preferred a long track 137. With all the traction and float, I had found the ultimate pleasure in farming pow on my "tractor". Well one day I melted the hyfax on a long icy trail and had to switch to my 120 kit while I waited for new parts. At first I was really frustrated having lost so much of that traction I had grown to love. My 120 riding buddies who had a couple years experience on me laughed and explained how fun track speed is. I argued with them while I thought my day was ruined, wishing I was riding my tractor.
Then after a while I got used to the 120. With the handling improvement in the woods, I became hooked real quick. I had to spool up the track speed to get anywhere, but that became the fun part. It's a more aggressive way to ride a snow bike, but definitely now my preference on any day that's not extremely deep. At that point I was so stoked on the 120 riding experience, I changed my Instagram handle to @short___track.
In addition to a short track setup I prefer the tall handlebar risers available from C3 Powersports. I find the added leverage gives more control of the ski while technical woods riding and easier pull up on the wheelies. This also takes a bit of getting used to and I suggest giving the mod a full day if you're interested to see the different riding experience tall risers can offer. I didn't like them at first but by the end of my first day trying them I was completely hooked, and will never go back down in bar height.
CMX specializes in 120 kits. With the forward mounting position, 12 1/2" wide track and easy spooling , low resistance drive system...these are very fun snowbike kits to ride. From a short track rider perspective the CMX 120 offers the perfect balance of traction and track speed.
For all types of riders and all snow conditions, CMX offers 120", 129" and 137" track lengths:
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Tall risers and much more at:
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Follow cam shots by Kent Antoniak & Justen Trefry
