Quad Advice

[morphiend]

I'm looking at buying a quad for hunting. Looking for some advice on what to get. I'm not really interested in doing hardcore quading, just be able to cruise around on the backroads and not beat the hell out of my truck. Would prefer to get something used to save some cash. I realize this is a pretty broad post but I really don't know much about quads so I'm looking for advice on where to start.

thanks

[Jagermeister]

Try to avoid belt driven. Best bet would be a Honda, Suzuki or Yamaha from the '90s or early to mid 2000. Maximum cc at 500, maybe 550.

[Darksith]

Stay in the lower cc...450-550 use way less gas. Or buy a SxS, no sore thumb, easy to bring a buddy...a 450 rhino would be perfect

[Rob]

I bought a polaris sportsman 500 in 05 and it's still running strong. More power than what I need for sure.

[kilometers]

Pick your price range. Make sure it is a 4x4 and says Yamaha or Honda on the side.
done. Go hunting

[Mckinney Creek Adventures]

Absolutely nothing wrong with belt drive. Polaris anyways. They r all good with Arctic Cat at the bottom of the heap.

[REMINGTON JIM]

CVT is a GREAT system ! Being PROVEN Well over the Years ! :wink: Polaris - Yamaha - Kawasaki - Suzuki- Artic Cat all use it ! I have a Honda also with Gears - its works FINE too :smile: RJ

[GOLDEN TOP SNIPER]

Yamaha grizzly

[Little Red Man]

It would probably be out of your price range, but I would recommend something with power steering and independent suspension.

It is a smooth ride and easy to steer, which allows you to save your energy for the hunt and a good hike, instead of using it up on the drive.

Not sure where the belt is a bad thing comment is coming from. I know back in the day, if they got wet, they could cause issues, but most machines now do not have that problem now.

I have ridden plenty of machines and without question the Arctic Cats are the worse IMHO.

[albravo2]

Pick your price range. Make sure it is a 4x4 and says Yamaha or Honda on the side.
done. Go hunting

What he said.

[Little Red Man]

Yamaha grizzly

That is what I ride, and EVERY time when I ride someone else's quad (no matter WHAT the brand) I always wish I had my Grizz under me.

[REMINGTON JIM]

Yamaha grizzly

Kodiak is a Great Machine too - RJ

[dasnake]

As you can see this is a Chevy, Ford, Dodge, whatever thing, my advice contact a local orv club ask what they do, use, feel comfortable with, then contact a local dealer, I have holeshot nearby, my son worked there when I bought my '04 prairie, 700 CC, I still use it every year all year, I do all my maintenance and it has never let me down, a 14 day hunting trip I will average 500 to 600 k. For me my son used all his motorcycle and quad experience to have me gravitate to this by basically saying go big or go home, just my thoughts. Good luck, it will be fun deciding.

[WWBC]

I have a sportsman 570 sp.
Lots of power, fuel economy and handeling are very good. I just wish it could Putt along a little smoother going really slow. Also the engine breaking can be a little harsh( if you let off the gas suddenly it almost locks up the tires).

I would try a few to see how they handle going slow as well as fast. Power steering is realy nice for riding one handed or going slow. Heated grips are a nice also.

[Seymourarm]

I borrowed an older 500cc arctic cat for my hunt. Simple tough machine. I'm gonna buy an atv for next year. I was surprised but canam is very affordable now with the L series. Read a ton, lots of thumbs up, anyone here have experience with can am? Thx

[kevan]

I borrowed an older 500cc arctic cat for my hunt. Simple tough machine. I'm gonna buy an atv for next year. I was surprised but canam is very affordable now with the L series. Read a ton, lots of thumbs up, anyone here have experience with can am? Thx

We bought two 400 Cats in 2004 and they have never been back to the dealer.
Totally reliable, never had an issue.

[allan]

I have in my shed Polaris , Yamaha , and Honda. They are all different. They are all very dependable. If I had to replaced them all with one the only thing I would require is 4x4, independant suspension, winch and no bigger then 600cc.
My sportsman 800 are pigs on fuel, the solid rear axle on my oldest Honda is rough on the back but quieter.
Honda is still prob my favorite brand but I buy mine when I get a good deal.
Ps look for fuel injected. Much easier to start at altitude and cold.
I don't need a sxs as I also have a suzuki samurai thats Done up.

[LuckyHorseshoe]

I have an 07 Suzuki king quad 750. It's been a great bike for me, and I am not gentle to it. No matter what you get, make sure you give it a good once over and test drive it. Check the cvboots wheel bearings etc. I would check with a local shop of whatever brand your going for to get some ideas of what problems to look at on a used machine

[Seymourarm]

We bought two 400 Cats in 2004 and they have never been back to the dealer.
Totally reliable, never had an issue.
3 guys a hunt with have high end cats, well over ten grand. I see they still make a 500 less bells and whistles, I'll have to go see one. The 500 I borrowed had great engine, but that was last year suzuki made them for cat. Wonder how new ones are?

[plumberjustin]

Kodiak is a Great Machine too - RJ

I'm riding a 2012 kodiak 450, wouldn't trade it for any other machine. Plenty of power and low end torque, tops out around 85kph. I can comfortably haul another guy and gear for half the day on a tank of fuel. Larger and higher cc models are overrated, you'll regret the purchase after seeing the gas mileage and not being able to get it into the back of a small truck.

[ryanonthevedder]

I have a 98 or so Arctic Cat 300 4x4, and its a great little machine. It has the same drive train (suzuki 280cc) as the king quad, but with full independent suspension. 15 forward speeds and 3 reverse makes this drive train pretty versitle. Not much power, but its pretty lean on fuel. I am not fussy on the belt drive machines either. If you want to creep into a spot in puttputt mode a belt drive is limiting. Manual trans is designed to last the life of the machine.

I am only into mine for $800 bucks but I have probably 20 hours into the transmission. If you buy a cheap one you'd better be a good mechanic because the costs can add up very quickly at a shop. Stay away from anything with a brute force (weak cranks).

I also agree to keep the cc's down for mileage and longevity. When I was an apprentice the lead mechanic used to say that the candle that burns the brightest burns the shortest. Hard to go wrong with a Honda... even the trikes are pretty capable!

[Good2bCanadian]

2 of my buds run the Kodiak 450.
Great quad.

[northof49]

Honda all the way. I prefer the foot shift and stay away from electronic shift or fully automatic transmissions as the basic gear jammer has a lot less that go wrong and will last a life time. Also recommend whatever version you get it has backup kick starter like most hondas so if your battery lets you down you can still start it up to get back home. Have ran hondas for 40yrs for work and pleasure and they have never let me down.

[HollywoodHitman]

09 Suzuki KQ 750 - Great bike, lots of power, relible and tough. Lots of after market stuff and a TON of forum info on it for mods etc to get the most out of your machine. I wish I had the power steering, but otherwise its a great, powerful machine.

[elknut]

Also it seems no one mentioned Can Am ...I have had 2 ..One without power steering and then one with power steering..Both 650 cc...Never had an issue and nothing but happy ...As with any quad... service them ...service them..Yamahas have front bearings go all the time..but are a good machine ..My Can Am has had no issues...A friend of mine just sold his Can Am that had 15000 kms on it and still running great..Bought another one with 2500 kms and off and running again..I wouldnt buy a Polaris ...they have issues..Can Am also makes a two up ...Yamaha doesnt...Also my Can Am s ride is very good ...Not like a Honda..Anyway love my Can Am and wouldnt even consider any other brand ...And Its Canadian ...PS ..Just like your truck ..change oil and grease the shit out of it ..Not much else to do ...Dennis

[bigredchev]

whatever you do do NOT use maple ridge motorsports. They are dirt POS scamming thieves.

[Ubertuber]

I'm no fan of belt drives, and I've owned a few. You have to be constantly on the throttle, even when going down steep hills. Reving the engine in order to spool up the tranny just to make it through a deactivation trench sucks.
I get it. Some guys like automatic transmissions. Me, I hate them. For this reason, I would recommend a Honda or any other older Japanese quad that is non belt drive.
Avoid North American crap. There is a reason they sell so cheap.

[grizzly550]

I had a grizzly 550 with eps for 2 years and didn't have one single issue with it...moved and didn't have the space for it...miss that machine big time

[squamishhunter]

whatever you do do NOT use maple ridge motorsports. They are dirt POS scamming thieves.

What are the details

[Bugle M In]

Honda or Yammy

[scoutlt1]

I still run my 16 year old Honda 250 2wd. Has the foot shifter which I'm just fine with (like driving a standard car, I hardly notice that I'm shifting).
I've thought of upgrading every now and then, but that little quad just keeps going and going. Covered tons of miles with it.
Put on meatier rear tires, added a winch and heated handgrips.
Other than a couple of batteries, all I've ever had to do was change fluids. Never let me down. Super easy on fuel!
No doubt there are times I've wanted four wheel drive and more power. I've been stuck a few times but I just jump off, lift the front end over, and I'm good to go.
I'm not that big of a guy so I don't need a big machine.

When I do finally get another quad I'll definitely go with 4wd and up to (but no more than) 500cc.

To each their own, and if money was no object I'd upgrade.
All I know is, my little Honda has covered thousands of miles, is reliable, light, cheap to run, and has saved me tons of miles on my truck.

[DR.DOUG]

I have had Yami's and Suzuki's and both brands have been good. As mentioned stay on the maintenance and they will treat you right. Currently I have a 08' Suzuki 450 efi King Quad and it is the nicest riding quad I have ridden.

[SaintSix]

I bought new in 2010 a polaris sportsman 850. had tons of power, never needed to use the low gears. the electric power steering when it worked was awesome, could easily go over logs with one hand on the bar. Always started as soon as I turned it over and never stalled and the suspension was very comfortable. But the power steering wiring got replaced x3 once after I only drove it for about 30km :( the Sensor to detect which postion the gear is in flaked out and left me 15km down a muddy trail and the belt went once driving down a backroad, lucky I was able to drive my truck right to it. Sold it to my dad for half the price I paid for it and under 2000km on it. he has the same model and to this day he only had 1 bearing start to fail on him. so maybe I got a lemon but left a bad taste in my mouth for polaris. my vote is Yamaha or honda

[Jagermeister]

I bought my Honda Foreman 400 new in 1998. It has 3623 miles, miles, not kilometers on it. It has been many places where no machine has gone before and used does the job of snow plowing too. It had one sparkplug change, one carb rebuild, 4 new tires, 2 new batteries and new bearings and seals on the rear axle. All simple little jobs that can be accomplished at home. It doesn't have a chip and it doesn't have EFI, just plain old dependability. I love my Honda. I would not trade it for my son's Kawi POS which can go like a raped ape but cannot go at a crawl without backfiring, snorting, stalling which incidentally sends all the game scurrying for cover.

[Bowzone_Mikey]

I have a Polaris Ranger ... not as small as a quad at 60" wide ... but I can carry 2 other people and 1000 pounds of gear no problem ... tow 1750 pounds,
the only thing I dont like about it is that I have to come out of the woods the same place I went in, as you would with any ATV ...

Gone everywhere I pointed it at and more ... I am also a recreational rider and put on alot of miles

Mine is a 2006 and has 450 hours on it currently (no odometer just an hour meter) I bought it in Feb 2016 with just over 350 hours

[nostpete]

We bought two 400 Cats in 2004 and they have never been back to the dealer.
Totally reliable, never had an issue.

Same 2006 Arctic Catt TRV400 have not treated it well and still going strong never had a major issue.

[nap]

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[nap]

Picture is supposed to be worth a 1000 words. Just so happens to be a Can Am 1000.

[.308SLAYER]

How many km are people thinking is getting up there on a atv?? Buddy has a 2015 grizzly he's already getting upto around 10 000 I was telling him he better take it easy he got it in 2014

[.308SLAYER]

As long as you do your.oil changes.every 1000 and don't try to kill should last a long time correct?

[.308SLAYER]

Bought a Kodiak 400 1.5 years ago MINT paid 3500 well worth it beutiful quad always a turn key and go. Always amazes me on how guys just try to destroy there machines driving through the thickest shit known to man just so they dont have to put boots to the ground

[325]

I borrowed an older 500cc arctic cat for my hunt. Simple tough machine. I'm gonna buy an atv for next year. I was surprised but canam is very affordable now with the L series. Read a ton, lots of thumbs up, anyone here have experience with can am? Thx

I have a 2007 canam outlander 400 with nearly 7000 km on it. It's been a flawless machine. More reliable than my partners Honda Rincon

[Backwoods]

I bought a 660 Yamaha grizzly brand new in 06' it has 4800+km on it now and still runs amazing!! I've used it for adventures and hunting since I've bought it! Works great would highly recommend a Yamaha to everyone, also have a Yamaha rhino 660 wth mcxpress turbo kit and it also has been an amazing unit

[Bowzone_Mikey]

http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p488/nap-lou/Old%20School%20Takes%20over_zps0cbaegjn.jpg

Damn ... thats gotta be maxed out for that unit... no

I suppose if i had a Can Am or Bombardier I would wanna carry a spare too ;)

Nice Job NAP

We gotta get together and go for a Dig soon

[elknut]

Can Am is heads and tails above a Honda ..Good to see some Can Am folks speak up ...LOL

[ACE]

I'm no fan of belt drives ..... You have to be constantly on the throttle, even when going down steep hills. Reving the engine in order to spool up the tranny just to make it through a deactivation trench sucks.
Some guys like automatic transmissions. Me, I hate them. For this reason, I would recommend a Honda or any other older Japanese quad that is non belt drive.


Older foot shift Honda ..... carb'd, solid rear axle, dual rear shocks.
Trouble free '99 450S Foreman. 10,000km.
Easy to work on.
Belts are for holding your pants up ....

[dougan]

Honda Honda honda

[Glassman]

There is a new product coming to North America late this year or early next year called DTV Shredder. Maybe not exactly what you are looking for but looks very interesting

[russm]

My sad has a 400 or 450 kodiak and an older ('92 i believe) honda fourtrax that i ride, the honda is full time 4wd so it's kinda hard on gas but it goes a lot of places for a smaller quad.

[bigredchev]

What are the details

They will do unauthorized work on your quad even if it's well past an agreed amount. They went 600 bucks over my 800 authorisation and the work order clearly stated call if over. They are pure thieving pieces of shit.

[Bugle M In]

http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p488/nap-lou/Old%20School%20Takes%20over_zps0cbaegjn.jpg

Damn ... thats gotta be maxed out for that unit... no

I suppose if i had a Can Am or Bombardier I would wanna carry a spare too ;)

Nice Job NAP

We gotta get together and go for a Dig soon

That's funny....lol:mrgreen:

[tipper]

I have a couple sportsmans that I want to sell or trade for a narrow utility side by side. Both have been fairly reliable bikes typical things like cv boots, fuel line, batterys etc.

[Sleep Robber]

Honda and Yamaha have been my faves over the years.

Wish i never would have sold my 2002 Kodiak 450 Ultramatic.

This 1989 350 Honda Fourtrax still runs like a top with only a new air filter and a carb clean since new.

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[tightgrouper]

Ya i'd say no to the belt drive. I have had a suzuki king quad 400fi for 8 years from new and now has 6000k without an issue. I like it for I can move it around by hand a bit if I have to and its good on gas. When I first got it I went out with a bunch of buddies who have large machines and I had no problem getting through anything they went though even with my lack of experience. I asked them what was up with that and they said thats how the smaller machines are. They have a smaller wheel base so they get though just about anything.

[Xenomorph]

I suggest you and grab a few and "move" around. If there's one thing about hunting and hunting partners/community that I absolutely love that is information/wisdom shared. A good friend of mine, when I was telling him about the quad he did say:
1. Make sure it's a Honda
2. Make sure it's gears
3. Make sure you can move it around, if you flip, if you need to drag etc

What quad do I have? CanAm Renegade 800cc, but then again I didn't say I am a good listener. I have no complaints with mine, I just have to caution you on the quad you're buying, not everyone is able to "manhandle" and lift my quad like I do. My friend, my dad ...forget about it. I do squats with mine, but I'll be honest, it's a biatch if you get stuck, you'll remember the above.

Can't say I'm unhappy with mine, it's a beast. But it ain't for everyone.

[Husky7mm]

I have put over 50000ks on atvs for work and play. I have had great luck with yamahas. All atvs in the last few years have been made in china or the usa, and although I have a 2014 grizzly I dont expect it will last as long as my older yamahas, which were made in Japan. I would say the most bomb proof atv I have had and still have is my 02 kodiak 400. It has been to hell Nd back with almost to repairs. It also has pull start for back up which I think is important. The ultramatic trans is pretty much flawless and the trans braking is great. If you get a small/midsized atv its important that it has low range or is a manual transmission. Front diff lock is nice. In yamaha that starts around 2003. I dont find the larger 660 or 700 to be much harder on fuel but they are a bit tippy at first and heavier so it more difficult to man handle them.
As many have shared a honda with a manual trans is also a great machine. A good warn winch is a must on whatever you buy, all others fall short. I have pulled and hauled near a dozen moose/elk out with my atvs over the years, they make it very easy for you. Good luck.

[Singleshotneeded]

Get a quad with 4wd for sure, and front diff lock if at all possible, and if you like power and speed in your truck then you should also get a 700cc plus engine in your quad...even though you'll only use the extra power to it's potential on long FSR straightaways. The one exception to the 700cc+ rule is the Canam 650, it's got good power. Even if you're laid back and you're getting the quad as a hunting tool, don't go less than 450cc. EPS, power steering, if you can get a quad with this feature it's great...not just for the relaxed shoulders at the end of the day, the way it makes it easy to ride with a buck on your front rack, or the easy turns on tight trails at a crawl...but for the safety. The first time you hit a rock sticking out of the trail with one tire and the bars wrench in your hands and you have to fight to not have the steering lock all the way to one side and flip your machine, you'll know what I'm talking about. With EPS it's a non-issue, you just feel the bump and the bars stay level and you keep going straight. The most reliable quads are the Japanese ones and that's what I'd recommend, followed by Canam, then Polaris, and then Arctic Cat- which I wouldn't recommend. Some folks have had no problems with their Cats, especially if they don't ride too aggressively, but a few hard riders I know had their Cats in for repair routinely. They sold them long ago. One more thing, if you're going to ride trails at speed try to avoid the solid rear axle Hondas, they're nice and stable with a deer on them and for work, but Independent Rear Suspension is really your friend when you're moving quickly on the trails.

[Jagermeister]

Bought a Kodiak 400 1.5 years ago MINT paid 3500 well worth it beutiful quad always a turn key and go. Always amazes me on how guys just try to destroy there (their) machines driving through the thickest shit known to man just so they dont have to put boots to the groundBecause we know how to get around obstacles and we get there sooner. And what gives you the notion that we destroy our machines doing it? ATVs were made to go beyond the regular 4X4. Unfortunately some people do not know how to "Tread Lightly​".

[keithb7]

Honda Foreman 450 with switch for 4x4 or 2x4. No affiliation, heres an example.

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-atv/kamloops/honda-atv/1195082752?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

[elknut]

Well put Singleshotneeded...

[elch jager]

I'm looking at buying a quad for hunting. Looking for some advice on what to get. I'm not really interested in doing hardcore quading, just be able to cruise around on the backroads and not beat the hell out of my truck. Would prefer to get something used to save some cash. I realize this is a pretty broad post but I really don't know much about quads so I'm looking for advice on where to start.

thanks

Rather than start a new thread..... ^ this^
I have narrowed it down to a yamaha or honda 400 - 700 cc must have independent rear suspension and eps if a larger machine.

Is a 2006 Grizzly still worth $ 7500??? Or are these guys dreaming?

What should the going price range of say a 2006 to 2010 grizzly be?
Does not seem to be any irs Hondas anywhere.

[DWEL]

No it is not worth that kind of money. He would be lucky to get $5000 for it and only if it had next to no kms on it.
$7500 should be closer to the 2009 - 2012 model depending on shape.
My buddy just got a 2014 Bruteforce 750 EPS with 227kms on it for $8500 so deals are out there.

[snipersights]

I bought a Yamaha grizzly 700 with the power steering and line lock 4wd. I'm 330 lbs at 6'11" and and pulls me around no problem. Even up 20% grade. I often have all my gear and my gf on the back to and no issues yet

[DeepJeep]

elch_jager:
A co-worker bought a grizzly 700cc 2016 limited edition for 14K taxes in a month ago. The limited edition has 2K worth of stuff extra.
I was helping him look for new ones and I found some for $10K (last year's model). There are also discounts available for costco member, he mentioned something like $300.

I try to not go brand new on things but it might be worth looking into?

also note that this is 700cc. 500cc maybe even cheaper...

[Bowzone_Mikey]

Rather than start a new thread..... ^ this^
I have narrowed it down to a yamaha or honda 400 - 700 cc must have independent rear suspension and eps if a larger machine.

Is a 2006 Grizzly still worth $ 7500??? Or are these guys dreaming?

What should the going price range of say a 2006 to 2010 grizzly be?
Does not seem to be any irs Hondas anywhere.

unless its mint and never ridden then the seller is dreaming

4-4500 is a fair price for an average 11 year old ATV

that said I paid 8k for my Ranger that was 10 years old, only averaged 30 hours of use in a year, mint with 2 winches, plow system and few other goodies. to buy new comparable it would have retailed at 22k

[elch jager]

14K is insane.
So is $7500 for used.
Under $5K is what I am thinking.

[Backwoods]

Pick your price range. Make sure it is a 4x4 and says Yamaha or Honda on the side.
done. Go hunting

Yup listen to kilometres!! My 06' grizz 660 has been an outstanding unit since I bought it new, when I was younger (11 years ago) me and all my buddies bought brand new atvs, different manufacturers,rode the absolute $hit out of them in water snow and mud hunting and camping , adventuring and the grizz and few buddies with their Hondas were the only ones out of the group that didn't have to do more then maintenance!! Knock on wood, but my grizz has been a great atv, just did changed the belt yesterday for the first time in 11years with 4600km on it!!!

[kootenaycarver]

I have a 650 Can-Am outlander 2-up, have been very happy with it, very comfortable ride, tons of power. Would definitely buy another one.

[Husky7mm]

Brought my 2014 grizzly special edition in late 2014 for $9300 and then added a few goodies. $14000 is very high. $7500 for a 2006 is crazy. I wouldn't hesitate to by a minty 06 though, maybe $5500 tops. You can get a brand new 700 with out eps for $7995, an 06 doesnt have eps either.

[Ubertuber]

Last fall, I sold my 2008 700 Grizz for $5400. It had 6000km on it. I think that was a fair price for both of us.
7500 for a '06 is not a realistic price.

[Bowzone_Mikey]

14K is insane.
So is $7500 for used.
Under $5K is what I am thinking.
there are lots on the market for that price range

[srupp]

Hmmm Honda all the way .every day.
No to belts.period.
Know of a 300 honda..foot shift 4x4..most single sold model ATV ever sold.ever.
It has bear claw tires, extra lights. And sips gas .
I owned it and sold it to my hunting partner, I bought a 2007 500 auto.
Tims feet don't handle the foot shifting style and it's for sale.
The 300 is small enough to man handle, comes with a Warne winch..
Pm me if interested and I'll put you in contact with current owner
Cheers
Srupp

[firstshot]

I paid 8500 for a 2008 grizzly 700 eps camo in 2012. It had over 2 grand in extras bolted on. Lots of good deals out there just have to wait sometimes. Also beware with the special edition and camo from Yamaha, If you need to replace plastics its going to cost you 3 times the price of normal colours like green, blue ect.

[DeepJeep]

This is what my co-wroker got. http://www.yamaha-motor.ca/products/details-build-price.php?model=4816&group=YT&catId=19&year=2017
Its starts at 12,850, as per the website before taxes and everything else. Its a 700CC. I know prices are different at dealerships.

Yamaha Kodiak is very good as well. Starts at 8500 for the 2016 model. With taxes in and some negotiation, you should be at ~$9300. So $7500 is out of whack for 10 year old ATV.

Did a quick search. sound a wide range. Not all are local to you elch jager:

Daytona in Surrey has Kodiak starting at 7500.
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-atv/delta-surrey-langley/2016-yamaha-kodiak-700-reduced/1235768012?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-atv/dawson-creek/2014-yamaha-kodiak/1252019562?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-atv/kamloops/2008-yamaha-kodiak-400-4x4/1165105375?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-atv/kamloops/2003-yamaha-kodiak-450/1250368660?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

[ACE]

Don't understand the popularity and attraction of a SxS ......
* Don't really fit in a truck box .... not like a quad and a moose will. Pay for the trailer on the B.C. Ferry $$$
* The folks I've seen with them are covered in mud ..... everything, rifles, gear, operator & passenger .... ?
* High price! ..... why not get a Tracker - Jeep type vehicle with heat, tunes, and licence plate ?

[AgSilver]

Don't understand the popularity and attraction of a SxS ......
* Don't really fit in a truck box .... not like a quad and a moose will. Pay for the trailer on the B.C. Ferry $$$
* The folks I've seen with them are covered in mud ..... everything, rifles, gear, operator & passenger .... ?
* High price! ..... why not get a Tracker - Jeep type vehicle with heat, tunes, and licence plate ?

I'm interested in the narrow (50") SxS. Polaris RZR, Honda Pioneer 500, CF Moto something or other, Wildcat Trail, and maybe others. They'll fit in the back of a truck (apparently even a Tacoma, according to CF Moto's dealer in Sicamous). Seat two pretty comfortably. Ability to relatively fully enclose (hard roof, hard doors, etc), full seat belts for safety (I'm fairly confident that that's still generally safer than the ability to jump off the device, which of course a lot of guys will say is safer; however, I know of a guy who died several years ago on his quad when he went flying).

But that doesn't negate your points, either. Both have pros and cons...I'd take either, if my wife would let us put one in the garage!

[savagecanuck]

If you're looking at a 700 yamaha and money is tight either a used one or a Kodiak 700 instead of the grizzly. Unfortunately buying used you still have to pay the taxes now which makes buying a new leftover Kodiak a pretty good deal. I bought a lightly used 08 camo grizzly 700 eps with 700kms, new warne plow, seat box ,winch back in 2010 and paid $8500. I sold it 2 years later with 4k on it for $7500 and still have the plow. Good deals out there just have to shop around.

[Bowzone_Mikey]

Don't understand the popularity and attraction of a SxS ......
* Don't really fit in a truck box .... not like a quad and a moose will. Pay for the trailer on the B.C. Ferry $$$
* The folks I've seen with them are covered in mud ..... everything, rifles, gear, operator & passenger .... ?
* High price! ..... why not get a Tracker - Jeep type vehicle with heat, tunes, and licence plate ?

Mine will fit in a full sized truck box ... just gotta roll over the wheel wells ... I like my Side by side because it can haul more than any quad on the market, has seating for 3 so I can take my 2 kids on a recreational ride or my hunting buddy and his kid ... You only get covered in mud if you mash the loud pedal a lot
like anything else there is a market for tunes, heat etc...
best of all when I am wheeling in some nasty shit and snap an axel and I don't carry a spare I only have to walk as far as my tow vehicle and I don't hafta walk home

[REMINGTON JIM]

Don't understand the popularity and attraction of a SxS ......
* Don't really fit in a truck box .... not like a quad and a moose will. Pay for the trailer on the B.C. Ferry $$$
* The folks I've seen with them are covered in mud ..... everything, rifles, gear, operator & passenger .... ?
* High price! ..... why not get a Tracker - Jeep type vehicle with heat, tunes, and licence plate ?


Your Pretty SHARP for a OLD Closet Canucker :lol: RJ

[ACE]

Just picked up a low mile - 0 rust TJ ......
I'm trying to be like you RJ ..... :mrgreen::mrgreen::mrgreen:

[REMINGTON JIM]

Just picked up a low mile - 0 rust TJ ......
I'm trying to be like you RJ ..... :mrgreen::mrgreen::mrgreen:

LOL :grin: Right on What Year is it ? RJ

[ACE]

'04 TJ ...... 4.0/5sp with 3.73 cogs.
Even has AC .... Canuck flags on each side ! :roll::mrgreen:

[REMINGTON JIM]

'04 TJ ...... 4.0/5sp with 3.73 cogs.
Even has AC .... Canuck flags on each side ! :roll::mrgreen:

Like my 06 TJ 4.0- 6 Spd 3.73 with ICE ! Kings FLAGs on mine ! :smile: lol RJ

[elch jager]

Deep....

$7500 at a dealer is $9400 out the door

I have seen the others your posted... none of then quite do it for me.
I have my eye on a local '07 700cc grizzly under $5K

Say... you think a quad will fit in the back of your little truck? There is a 400cc can am in Cranbrook I would buy right now, but can't make the trip there and back...
If you were heading down there anytime soon, we could work something out to compensate you for your trouble... have fun with it for a while until you come west...

S

[elch jager]

I found a quad that I planned to go buy this week. The guy that has it for sale had not bothered to register it in his name. Says he bought it used, assures me it isn't stolen. Guy is trying to keep it off the ex-wife's radar... I don't know the guy, but he does seem pretty legit... How can I ensure that it is not a stolen machine? Is there a VIN number like a vehicle to run with the police?

Do i need a vehicle transfer form same as a regular vehicle? Thx.

[Pioneerman]

You will need the Vin to register it anyway, and that will also ever reported stolen or a lean against it if not fully paid for. You will find it on the frame right or left depending on make and model

[snipersights]

Just got back from a bear hunt (check my thread for pics) I had me 330lbs my gf 130lbs lol my backpack full two guns a 20L jerry full and my bear on the quad. Drove slow and it hauled like a champ. I'm gentle with mine and always ride low 4wd on big hills to make it easier on the quad slow down for pot holes etc but man it's a beast. I would 100% recommend it 2015 edition.

[srupp]

Just got back from a bear hunt (check my thread for pics) I had me 330lbs my gf 130lbs lol my backpack full two guns a 20L jerry full and my bear on the quad. Drove slow and it hauled like a champ. I'm gentle with mine and always ride low 4wd on big hills to make it easier on the quad slow down for pot holes etc but man it's a beast. I would 100% recommend it 2015 edition.

Lol clear your PM..its full.
Cheers
Srupp

[bankshot]

I found a quad that I planned to go buy this week. The guy that has it for sale had not bothered to register it in his name. Says he bought it used, assures me it isn't stolen. Guy is trying to keep it off the ex-wife's radar... I don't know the guy, but he does seem pretty legit... How can I ensure that it is not a stolen machine? Is there a VIN number like a vehicle to run with the police?

Do i need a vehicle transfer form same as a regular vehicle? Thx.

Use this site to search a vin#, though it's no guarantee of clear title it's a start.
http://www.cpic-cipc.ca/index-eng.htm

[elch jager]

Use this site to search a vin#, though it's no guarantee of clear title it's a start.
http://www.cpic-cipc.ca/index-eng.htm

Thx - comes up clean... that's good. Guy was immediately forthcoming with the VIN. Will get transfer papers drawn up at an insurance agent and get them to confirm.
Then confirm the VIN on the frame matches... any other suggestions besides don't bring cash and bring a large friend...?

[dmaxtech]

You will need a bill of sale from him and then file an affidavit at servic bc or a notary to get it registered. I've done it twice now and not a real big deal, just a hassle

[DeepJeep]

@elch_jager... just saw ur post from earlier in the month.. Messaged you just now..

[dirtrider999]

My dad and i both have suzuki kingquad 700's with over 10 000 km and the only probelms we have had is the batterys going dead every 2-3 years. Never had any problems with the belts. Buy a big name atv that you like the look of and take care of it and it will take care of you.

[Frango]

My dad and i both have suzuki kingquad 700's with over 10 000 km and the only probelms we have had is the batterys going dead every 2-3 years. Never had any problems with the belts. Buy a big name atv that you like the look of and take care of it and it will take care of you.
The best way to help with the dead battery issue is a CTEK smart charger. Keeps them heathy for sometime but they all die at sometime. Must be the size or design . The CTEK can be bought for around a hundred bucks at most auto parts stores. I have kept a riding lawn mower battery going for 10 years with one.

[REMINGTON JIM]

CTEk chargers are Compact and Charge very well - i have 2 different sizes of them and have being using then for over 15 years now - they Work Great ! jmo RJ

[elch jager]

Bought a 2004 grizzly. Couldn't be happier with it. Not eps, but Ive never been spoiled by it so don't know the luxury I am missing. I am going to replace the high mileage oem tires... Something puncture resistant and all terrain... Nothing too extreme. And as low a price as practical. What do people in the know like? Where to buy in the lml?
lots of kenda options at atvtirescanada.com for under $100 a tire...

[davidov]

I got a 2008 800 can am. its camo with 1700 kms on it.comes with a cargo box and mudlight tires.i want 6000 bucks.

[scoutlt1]

I got a 2008 800 can am. its camo with 1700 kms on it.comes with a cargo box and mudlight tires.i want 6000 bucks.


I'll give ya $150..

[Deer_Slayer]

Whatever you decide make sure of one thing. Don't buy any cheap Chinese crap quads and don't buy a quad from Sinclair Motorsports in Surrey. These machines are pure garbage. I have used Yamaha Timberwolf 250 2x4 for years and it is amazing what these light machines can do. Now I use an Arctic Cat 454 4x4 and it is an awesome beast.

[curt]

they are all decent with the exception of polaris stay clear............... suzuki yamaha honda artic cat all good machines

[338 whisper]

Honda. 1 8X7 elk whole.I know it is not sxs but the 300 trx still gets the job done.
http://www.hunt101.com/data/500/medium/hunting_sept_2011_042.jpg

[Rob]

Did you buy one?

[okas]

Absolutely nothing wrong with belt drive. Polaris anyways. They r all good with Arctic Cat at the bottom of the heap.
they are noisy and too much rpm to putt along as no putting along with a belt

[okas]

Honda. 1 8X7 elk whole.I know it is not sxs but the 300 trx still gets the job done.
http://www.hunt101.com/data/500/medium/hunting_sept_2011_042.jpg
they are the best light and good on fuel and run and run

[elch jager]

Did you buy one?

Not sure if this is directed to me.... if so, yes - well used 2004 Grizzly 660... runs like a champ. Used it for spring bear so got it bloody already. Just looking for new tires now.

[S.W.A.T.]

That doesn't make any sense at all
they are noisy and too much rpm to putt along as no putting along with a belt

[hawk-i]

As a hunting quad you don't need big power...Polaris 400 is plenty enough power wise.

The Polaris 570 midsize sxs is my choice as best all around hunting ATV.

[Ubertuber]

That doesn't make any sense at all
I think okas means that while riding the CVT type quads, you have to be hard on the throttle all the time, even while going down a hill. Hence the noise.
While with a transmission type quad you can upshift and putt along barely using the throttle, or even none at all while going down hill. Therefor, a lot quieter.
I know this to be true, that's why okas somewhat cryptic sentence makes a bit of sense.

[okas]

thank you Ubertuber as i have had them all down to a 8 wheel argo Can Am 1000 LTD with fox air ride :x noisy way to fast but tough and the Honda 420 rancher not as nice as a old 350 but close

[Bowzone_Mikey]

Funny I putt along just fine in my belt driven machine ... the secondary clutch has 4 settings ... mine is set to the lowest speed highest tourqe value ... I dont hafta be on the gas much to move along .... my machine isnt loud ... if I had a stealth exhaust it would very quiet

its a Polaris Ranger full sized machine 700 twin

[S.W.A.T.]

Funny I putt along just fine in my belt driven machine ... the secondary clutch has 4 settings ... mine is set to the lowest speed highest tourqe value ... I dont hafta be on the gas much to move along .... my machine isnt loud ... if I had a stealth exhaust it would very quiet

its a Polaris Ranger full sized machine 700 twin

Another easy thing is keep it in low gear and add throttle to keep the clutch engaged and the machine will crawl along down hill, same as a sled. Ranger crew 800

[okas]

i have no problem admitting that bigger is not better i am allways got my eye open for a like new honda 350 and i do not miss the yamaha grizzly and thank god if there is one i got rid of the Polaris Unlike most if i do not like something i just admit it not:oops: like a lot who feel they have to tell a story why they bought the one they really do not like

[tipper]

But what about your back okas? I rode a newer Honda and that solid rear brought me back to the chiropracter

[ACE]

But what about your back okas? I rode a newer Honda and that solid rear brought me back to the chiropracter.

:cool::cool: The Honda ain't no 'girly-man' machine .......

[okas]

But what about your back okas? I rode a newer Honda and that solid rear brought me back to the chiropracter well you must have a girly man job then:oops:

[okas]

The jet boat kills my back as you have to ram that baby in there :wink:

[hawk-i]

they are all decent with the exception of polaris stay clear............... suzuki yamaha honda artic cat all good machines

Nonsense for sure.

[S.W.A.T.]

Nonsense for sure.

Have always owned Polaris and wouldn't go in any other direction

[hawk-i]

Have always owned Polaris and wouldn't go in any other direction

Last I heard Polaris had something like 70 to 80 percent of the market share in new sales. ..you gotta be good to achieve that.

[ACE]

Last I heard Polaris had something like 70-80% of the market share in new sales .... you've got to be good to achieve that.

First Prize .......... a Polaris quad !
Second Prize ...... two Polaris quads !
:mrgreen::mrgreen:

[Mckinney Creek Adventures]

Polaris. Best in class for ride. Top Of power game a significant amount of time. Hold market share for a reason.

Polaris Firsts:
- CVT Belt Drive
- On demand all wheel drive (not three wheel drive)
- Independent suspension
- Single lever four wheel proportioned disc brakes
- Active Decent Control (on the gas to decend a hill my @$$). If you have not had or used it I can see why you might be so misinformed. Just slight engagement and you can walk down the hill beside the atv.
- Lock and Ride.
- Integrated Storage.
- Likley other firsts just can't remember them all.

I have owned and rode hard and put away wet Polaris quads, rangers and RZR's since 1997 when there was nothing in the market that came close to competing. Yes now there are many decent options due to copying proven technologies and developing other substandard technologies to compete.

I am a contractor who depends on my atv's for work after a weekend beating and they perform, most of the time for me. Do they break down. Dam rights. Everything breaks eventually. Especially if I run it.

Currently abusing a 2017 Sportsman XP 1000 Hunter Edition (with 29" rubber) and a 2015 RZR XP Highlifter Edition with 30" rubber. Wife riding 2016 Sportsman 850. Amazing Machines. So smooth it's like riding around the trail on a couch with grunt of a thumper! And several work machines in our stable. So much technology it leaves all others far behind. Can Am comes out with lots of technology but most is frills and gimmicks.


Dont agree? Dont care. I am not just a "weekend warrior"!! Not many keep up or want to keep with me on the trails and reliability is good. Open your mind and try one and you will not look back but will have a big piece of humble pie.

I have had and rode several Yamaha. They are ok. Destroyed my first one when I was in my 20's although nothing lasted long under my control back then. Rolled it more times than I care to remember. Sold it in a box for parts.

Rode and rode with Can Am. Second choice now. Powerful machines. Ok ride. Visco loc is a gimmick. Used to be the big power fast kid on the block. Not no more.

Rode Honda. Ya..... good on the farm! Boring! Crappy ride and unstable as hell. Solid rear axle this, gear shifter that. Sure.

Rode some Suzuki's. Again good for those with strong healthy backs (for a while). Rough and boring. Used to have

Never have and never will have to ride an arctic crap.

Rode some Chinese junk. Do yourself a favour and don't even look at them. Garbage. All of them.

But hey, what the hell would someone that has owned a dozen or more ATV's know what they are talking about.

If looking at a new ATV for the stable it is worth considering a Sportsman foresure.

Just my $0.02 of my experiences for others consideration.

Cheers!

[tipper]

well you must have a girly man job then:oops:

Ha! Did one of the most physically demanding jobs out there for over 15 years.
That and several snowmobile accidents that landed me in the hospital with numerous fractures over the years have taken there toll :-(

[HappyJack]

Have always owned Polaris and wouldn't go in any other direction

Same here, nice machines with very few issues. My current ride is a 2011 550 sportsman, plenty big enough for a hunting machine.