Moto-Ski

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Moto-Ski was a snowmobile brand that Bombardier stopped producing in the mid-1980s. Moto Skis were first manufactured in the 1960s. Moto-Ski had models that came with 2-stroke engines that ranged from 15 to 45 horsepower. They had a range of models, such as the Capri.

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The Moto-Ski Capri was a two passenger sled that was available with single and twin cylinder two stroke engines of 292 cc's to 440 cc's in displacement and rated up to approximately 35 horsepower. The Capri had a top speed of around 60 to 70 MPH.

The Zephyr was larger than the Capri, could carry three passengers and was available with a more powerful 634 cc engine. The top speed of these sleds was around 70 to 80 mph.

In 1973 Moto-ski brought to the market their first models with the engines mounted low in the bellypan for a lower centre of gravity. These new models were the F (family) and S (sport) powered by BSE (Bouchard Snowmobile Engine) motors. The new models came with 3 engine size options, the 295, 340 and 440 cc. Starting in 1973 all Moto-Ski models were designed by Bombardier.

The Moto-Ski model line included many other models throughout their production. These models included the Grand Prix, Cadet, Capri, Mini-Sno, MS-18, Zephyr S, F, Nuvik, Grand Sport, Chimo, Futura, Sonic, and Ultra Sonic. They also manufactured and sold Mini-bikes called Moto-Skeeters. Moto-Skis were available with engines manufactured by Hirth, BSE, JLO, and several other manufacturers until they were purchased in March 1971 by Bombardier (the manufacturer of Ski-Doo snowmobiles). After their purchase, Moto-Skis were powered by Rotax engines and were essentially orange-colored versions of the Ski-Doo models.