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best ATV/ORV? #6582539
07/27/19 09:08 PM
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I am entertaining the idea of purchasing a quad. I have no interest in a SXS right now. Currently I own a Honda (2003 350ES) and in my opinion they are the top manufacturer for a 4x4 utility quad. I will likely keep my honda but I would like a bigger machine. I have not been impressed with the can am outlander as my brother has the 800 and has had a few issues including slipping a belt 2x during a out of state hunt. I also have experience with a Yamaha Grizzly 700, again issues with the belt slipping while plowing snow. The Yamaha was only able to make it half way down my driveway after a big snow storm before the belt slipped, and the Honda had to finish plowing. What do you guys think of the Polaris Sportsman? I know this may be a bit of a Ford vs Chevy but I figured I would see what you guys have, what you like, and what you suggest I stay away from. The quad will be used for elk hunting in the mountains, plowing snow and ice fishing.

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6582544
07/27/19 09:11 PM
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I know the internet has changed things but I’d look for the best dealer for parts and service unless you can do all the work yourself.

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6582575
07/27/19 09:35 PM
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What BobIowa said.


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Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6582668
07/27/19 10:54 PM
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Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6582755
07/28/19 07:28 AM
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Id buy another Polaris myself for hunting
... I have worn out my 2005 400 sportsman.

But Id Not use it for snow. Better options for that.


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Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6582777
07/28/19 08:14 AM
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Im thinking of getting the 750 honda side by side . A friend of mine works at honda shop and says that its very rare to see them come back the clutches and transmissions are bullet proof . The 1000s are a different story . The 1000s are all right if you dont forget to switch them to low gear when you need to go slow .they have to replace alot of clutch packs for people that want to idle around in high gear .i have to work on dads polaris sportsman 500 all the time My honda 450 foreman just keeps going and going I wont EVER own a polaris .

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6582814
07/28/19 09:22 AM
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Have a Honda Rincon we bought 1 year old and barely used. Tons of power, plenty of seat room for extra riders.

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6582818
07/28/19 09:34 AM
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Hard to beat a Honda.

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6582829
07/28/19 09:45 AM
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I love my Honda. If your wanting bigger go with the 500. Great machines

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6582903
07/28/19 10:54 AM
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Honda Formean 500 all you need. We have Thumb shift and foot, no complaints. I have driven Honda's as has the family since 1986. We use them hard, Canada, bear and deer, food plots, hunting, trail rides, hobby farm, close to bullet proof as they come, for us. No disrespect to those who have the other brands. I tried Kawasaki, Can Am, Used John Deere, Suzuki, staying with Honda. Getting a Honda side x side next.

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6583042
07/28/19 03:29 PM
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I have a Polaris sportsman 700 it’s been a good machine, but it’s seen the inside of repair shop a lot . I still have it but own a kawasaki mule now

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6583047
07/28/19 03:42 PM
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CAM-AM..


I can catch them here...I can catch them ANYWHERE
Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6583090
07/28/19 05:40 PM
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Honda 500 Foreman foot shift. My 05 had over 18,000 miles on it when I got the 2013. It was never in a shop except for new tires and a oil heat sensor that was recalled. It never made me walk out.


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Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6583486
07/29/19 09:49 AM
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From the research I've done...…...Honda is hands down the winner for dependability, much like Toyota in the pickup category.
Polaris is known to be very comfortable to ride, many consider them to have the very best ride, but not near as dependable as a Honda.
I'd keep researching, comparing......you'll come to a solid conclusion.

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6583505
07/29/19 10:20 AM
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Still have a 91 Honda that runs like new.

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6583506
07/29/19 10:21 AM
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bigger Honda wink - you already knew the answer

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6583576
07/29/19 12:55 PM
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I have been using this Polaris for yrs and has never failed to start. I run good premium gas in it and stays inside all the time. Very good machine and will push circles around my 600 Polaris.

Re: best ATV/ORV? [Re: topknot] #6583810
07/29/19 05:46 PM
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Honda family here, no reason for anything else. Always start always go, pretty important to me.


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