550xp opinions and reviews

[Johnny2186]

The 5105 does weigh a little more and is kind of a porker in size compared to the 550 but has much smoother A/V. I like the filtration system better on the 550 too.

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I am a full blown Dollie guy in every way but after 3 5105s..no way for me in 50cc. To heavy for 50cc and not exciting in any way.

 

[Ronaldo]

I am a full blown Dollie guy in every way but after 3 5105s..no way for me in 50cc. To heavy for 50cc and not exciting in any way.

I like my 5105 and everything about it works well, especially the price. It's an H model (heated grips) and it was almost half the price of a 50cc Stihl or Husqvarna w/heat.

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[cuinrearview]

I like my 5105 and everything about it works well, especially the price. It's an H model (heated grips) and it was almost half the price of a 50cc Stihl or Husqvarna w/heat.

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There are definitely deals to be had on that model. Between black Friday and Christmas the price for a new heated Makita version fell below $400 on Amazon. Tough to beat that value.

 

[Johnny2186]

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I like my 5105 and everything about it works well, especially the price. It's an H model (heated grips) and it was almost half the price of a 50cc Stihl or Husqvarna w/heat.

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Good smooth saws just not the saw for me.

 

[huskyboy]

If your looking for 2186 torque in a 50cc saw your not gonna find it. Even ported. Not trying to be a jerk... just being realistic.

 

[Johnny2186]

If your looking for 2186 torque in a 50cc saw your not gonna find it. Even ported. Not trying to be a jerk... just being realistic.

Well we all know this and I am not expecting that out of a 50cc saw by any means. Who would?

The 5105 has great torque for 50cc just a little porky IMO. I really like the weight, power and av of the 550 and was just asking if they have known problems was the purpose of this thread.

 

[sawmikaze]

If your looking for 2186 torque in a 50cc saw your not gonna find it. Even ported. Not trying to be a jerk... just being realistic.

You might tie one of your buddies for captain obvious with that post...lol.

 

[Benjo]

Well we all know this and I am not expecting that out of a 50cc saw by any means. Who would?

The 5105 has great torque for 50cc just a little porky IMO. I really like the weight, power and av of the 550 and was just asking if they have known problems was the purpose of this thread.

The Mark II is largely seen as addressing the flaws of the Mark I, namely hot restart issues (carb got heat soaked and some saws were hard to restart), autotune issues (system getting confused by idling too long or making many small cuts, bogging off idle), other heat issues, air filter doesn't seal great, etc.

They went through many iterations of carburetors/coils, with different fuel line setups, adding a hole in the top cover to help it cool, etc.

Your saw, being a 2018, should have the latest/last updates.

I tried a Mark II thinking I'd replace my 2017 Mark I, and it was better in every way (no decomp to plug, nicer recoil, great air filter, autotune is much better, balance is great) except that it's larger physically and also heavier. Halfway towards a 562xp sort of feel, not the super-slim Mark I feel.

I'm keeping my Mark I; it's small, zippy, and despite the autotune bumbling about now and again it's a better fit for me than a Mark II.

 

[Johnny2186]

The Mark II is largely seen as addressing the flaws of the Mark I, namely hot restart issues (carb got heat soaked and some saws were hard to restart), autotune issues (system getting confused by idling too long or making many small cuts, bogging off idle), other heat issues, air filter doesn't seal great, etc.

They went through many iterations of carburetors/coils, with different fuel line setups, adding a hole in the top cover to help it cool, etc.

Your saw, being a 2018, should have the latest/last updates.

I tried a Mark II thinking I'd replace my 2017 Mark I, and it was better in every way (no decomp to plug, nicer recoil, great air filter, autotune is much better, balance is great) except that it's larger physically and also heavier. Halfway towards a 562xp sort of feel, not the super-slim Mark I feel.

I'm keeping my Mark I; it's small, zippy, and despite the autotune bumbling about now and again it's a better fit for me than a Mark II.

This was the exact answer I was looking for. Thanks!!!

 

[Catman]

Bought One of these girls today, I don’t own a tree business anymore but I still cut a lot of firewood, it was a debate over this and the 261 CM don’t like what I’ve been hearing about stihl and the way they treat their people with warranty issues,Talk to my husky dealer last Friday he said he would have it this Friday , it showed up I told him I wanted a 16 inch bar with a chisel chain no problem ,so we shall see!

 

[ammoaddict]

They are nice looking little saws aren't they?

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[Catman]

They are nice looking little saws aren't they?

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Absolutely can’t wait to put it to use!

 

[ammoaddict]

Absolutely can’t wait to put it to use!

I think you will like it. I haven't gotten to use mine much but I like it.

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[Johnny2186]

What are the weight specs of the 550 and 550 markll

 

[pavel408]

550xp - 4.9 kg
550xp II - 5.3 kg
MS261 C-M - 4.9 kg

 

[Kerfed]

What specifically should be reprogramed on the mk1 to help the super annoying cold-bloodedness? Or do folks just get in the habit of prime and choke after it sits for 10min?

 

[dustinwilt68]

Muffler mod is the biggest thing imo that helps these, they are a pain to do correct but well worth it