Snowmobile Bogie & Idler Wheels

Idler wheels, otherwise known as bogie wheels, support and guide the track and provide the proper tension and alignment for the track to rotate smoothly. The term traces back to old-style snowmobile suspensions that featured a set of spring-mounted wheels called bogies. Later, bogie suspensions were superseded with sliding rail systems or combination systems using both sliding rails and bogies. Bogie wheels found their way into modern snowmobile suspension systems in the form of support wheels. We carry bogie & idler wheels for all of the major snowmobile makes and models as well as both vintage and modern sleds.

Considering the important job that your sled's idler wheels do, they certainly require close attention. Generally, these wheels are designed to be durable and can easily last for thousands of miles, although, your driving style and storage conditions have a direct say on their lifespan. An aggressive use can cause damage to the wheels just like the lack of use. Wheel bearing issues are not uncommon. The bearing can get stuck and cause damage to the track. Seals can go bad and eventually let grease out and debris in. Water that gets through a faulty seal and freezes inside can eventually push the sealing cap out.

A faulty idle wheel can also cause track misalignment, premature hyfax wear, and damage to the skid frame, depending on exactly which one of the wheels has gone bad. Check these wheels regularly, at least once a year, for some obvious signs of roughness, binding, and other defects. It's better to address minor wheel-related problems before they cause bigger troubles and costly repairs. If you need quality replacements to get your sled back in mint condition, look no further. Here you'll find snowmobile bogie & idler wheels from some of the most trusted brand names at competitive prices.

Those who want to improve the ride and performance of their snowmobiles go with upgraded bogie wheels. They are specifically designed for optimal weight distribution, which results in a more balanced ride regardless of the conditions. Some wheels feature a fan blade design that directs the flow of cold air to the front of the skid frame and helps prevent ice and snow buildup at the rear. This design helps cool the hyfax, increasing its service life. Racers and those who ride aggressively often prefer to install billet aluminum bogie wheels that are lightweight, strong, wear-resistant, and last but not least, look great on any sled.

We offer bogie wheels in all sizes you need. Installing bigger wheels than stock allows you to free up a bit more horsepower. It is achieved through reduced rolling resistance which results in the track using less amount of power to spin around the idler radius. Whether you're searching for snowmobile idler wheels that look and perform like the originals or are looking to go with an upgraded design and better material construction, we have what you need. With each and every product, you get reliable performance and lasting service life.