For some people, there’s no chairlift. That’s why we designed the ultimate backcountry sled for snowboarders and skiers with another industry-leader: Burton Snowboards. Our team worked with Burton Team Riders and designers to craft a look that captures the excitement and feel of our shared passion for snow.

Continue reading for more information on the Ski-Doo Summit Burton.

2016 Ski-Doo Summit Burton Key Features:

• Platform: REV-XM

• Engine: ROTAX 800R E-TEC

• Color: White/Black

• Front Suspension: RAS 2

• Front Shocks: HPG

• Center Shock: HPG

• Rear Suspension: tMotion

• Rear Shock: HPG

• Skis: Pilot DS 2

2016 Ski-Doo Summit Burton Features and Benefits:

tMotion Rear Suspension

The tMotion flexes laterally, reducing the effort to initiate a roll, due to a ball joint at the center hinge between the rear arm and drop link and split flat-tube front arms. Very progressive motion ratio makes the ride on trails even more comfortable.

REV-XM Body Style

Summit-specific side panels are powderdynamically designed to glide smoothly through snow in any position, easing roll-up and sidehilling.

RAS 2 Front Suspension

We further sharpen the industry’s best handling snowmobiles. New geometry and lighter components increase precision, especially in extreme bumps. Sharp new styling, too. Reduces weight by 1.76 lb (0.8 kg).

LinQ Snowboard/Skis Rack

Adds ability to carry one snowboard or one set of skis and poles. Easily attaches using BRP’s exclusive LinQ attachment system for mounting securely and removing in seconds.

Flexedge Track

By shortening the fiberglass reinforcing rods inside, the track’s edges flex when you carve the sled, making boondocking and sidehilling easier. It provides the flotation of a 16-in. (41 cm) wide track with the maneuverability of a 12-in. (30 cm) track.

REV-XM Running Boards

Massive, strategically shaped openings keep the boards clear. A tall extruded edge adds stiffness and has aggressive boot grips.

REV-XM Cockpit

We designed the cockpit around mountain riders like you: the gauge is mounted flat, switches are moved to the console, buttons are shielded from accidental activation and the grab handle is rigid and shaped to your hand. Every surface of the seat is sculpted for powder gymnastics.

Glove Box

Keep your important items within easy reach in this new 1 gal/4 L glove box. Warmed by the engine compartment, it’s a great place for spare gloves or goggles.

Rotax 800R E-TEC Engine

This revolutionary direct-injection two-stroke allows monster power, yet smooth, linear and manageable.

And thanks to proven E-TEC technology, it has virtually no smoke or smell – especially at start and idle – and starts on the first pull, every time.

The best-selling 800cc engine in snowmobiling*.

163.9 horsepower**

Up to 19 mpg (12.3 L/100 km)***

*Based on retail sale results as of December 31, 2014.

** Result based on independent third-party dyno test.

*** Data based on internal engineering trail testing on a MXZ.

Pilot DS 2 Skis

Single-keel with excellent sidehilling bite, thanks to thin outer edges. Narrow and thin, yet stiff. Shorter behind its complementary spindle with flat tail for easier counter-steering and sidehilling.

Multi-Function Analog/Digital Gauge

Sharply-styled analog speedometer and tachometer are complemented by a multi-function three-zone LCD screen packed with data.

Specifications

Quotes

“New for 2016 is the Summit Burton model, part of an on-going cross-promotion between Ski-Doo and Burton Snowboards. It is essentially a Summit SP 154 model with a two-passenger seat (without a backrest – just a grab strap) and a side-mounted snowboard/ski rack on the left side.The Freeride line features huge visual changes for 2016 – the shocking Manta Green color has been relegated primarily to the skis and suspension rails; most of the body and the tunnel is now in Lava Red. The sleds do get one mechanical upgrade: The switch to the RAS 2 geometry.” ----- SnowGoer“The 2016 Summit enjoys an expansion of the T3 package to all Summit X models as well as a Summit SP with T3. To make Ski-Doo popular with snowboarders, there is a Summit Burton package based on the Summit SP 154, which can effectively replace the chairlift or get you places beyond the lifts.For 2016 there will be five Summit models, that includes a Spring Only buy of Summit X with premium shocks, Pilot DS3 skis, the T3 package and choice of PowderMax with FlexEdge track in three lengths – 154, 163 0r 174. The Summit SP with T3 is an in-season model and offers FlexEdge traction with tMotion suspension. The base Summit SP comes with 2.5-inch track lugs and tMotion suspension and high-pressure gas shocks. The Summit Sport offers a value option for powder hounds that is based on the REV-XP chassis but features FlexEdge traction and narrow ski stance. Rounding out the Summit choices is the Summit Burton.” ----- Snowmobile