1978 Kawasaki Invader

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What was your intended objective when you started the build?

Build a badass race sled that has attention to detail off the charts

What motivated you to start your project?

I wanted to race more competitively than my first race sled would let me and the kawasaki is possibly the best looking trail sled of its time.

What was the most unique and creative thing you did to the sled?

Probably the fully aluminum dash and face plate, I had never done sheetmetal work prior to this.

What are you most proud of?

The 12v electrical system and the digital dash integration.Hydraulic brakes were also a huge accomplishment.

What do other people say about your snowmobile?

It looks so clean and that they like how I hid all the wires

One Comment

  • Parker Helgesen says:
    May 2, 2023 at 12:22 pm

    would like to mention that the sled also has a fully custom oil injection tank and a full lube tank/pump powered lube system. the wiring harness is also completely custom and created by me.

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Specifics

Classification: Mild
Make, Model & Year: 1978 Kawasaki Invader
Fondly known as: Blue
Time spent: 1000+ over 3 years to get to this stage
Snowmobile cost: 150
Money spent: 1500+
Engine: Builder: Me Engine: kawasaki invader 440, shaved heads, wiseco pistons, intake smoothing
Intake: Vm38’s
Exhaust: Stock single pipe
Drivetrain: P85 polaris primary and secondary
Tunnel/Chassis Modifications: Suspension lost 22 pounds after mods
Suspension: Fox rear shock
Brakes: Polaris hydraulic brakes
Finish – Paint: Factory paint to keep stock sleeper look. Will be making a carbon fiber hood
Accessories: Led rear tail light, built in flashlight and engine bay light. 12v system powered by dewalt 12v battery. Digatron 4 display dash. Aluminum dash, lowered seat, aftermarket gastank, removable belly pan access plate and spindle cut and lower by 1 3/8 inch

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