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Posted by: oldyeller
The full size polaris scramblers 4X4s used to use a front chain drive for the 4X4.I'm not sure if they still do or not but its not much of an issue for mini's since they aren't four wheel drive.The shaft drive is better for ground clearance and easy maintenance.The chain drive is good for sport quads if you need to change gearing.
Posted by: oldyeller
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Originally posted by: MonroeKid
Considering purchasing a 2006 e-ton 90 viper. How has your 04 held up? Would you purchase another? Any advice would be appreciated.
Absolutely.Our Viper has been very good to us.We haven't had any problems with it and its never let us down,not even a fouled plug!..My son has raced it and we do lots of trail riding in the summer.We have two local dealers nearby so parts aren't much of a concern.Is the 06 your looking at a 4 stroke?
Posted by: oldyeller
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Originally posted by: MonroeKid
Thanks for the quick reply. Yes it is. the local dealer just got some in stock. I am also considering a used 05 polaris predator. Do you know anything about htis bike? I have never owned a polaris - only yamaha honda and suzuki
The new Viper dual A-arm suspension for 06 should be a huge improvement over the old single arm style found on most styles of mini's.It allows the suspension to actually work..I have no personal experience with the new 4 stroke motors though.On the spec sheet the 4 stroke is down on power compared to the two stroke but is better enclosed for mud and water riding.I guess it depends on what your plans are for the bike.
Posted by: spike99
Personally, I like shaft drive the best. Especially for mud/crud and sand riding conditions. Being sealed, they are maintenance free (other then checking oil levels). My AC 500i has shaft drive and its been great.
On the negative side.... With chains, one can install a HD chain. One can install different size sprockets (for slight gearing change) and with chains/sprockets, one can see their "wear" conditions. But with a sealed shaft unit, there would be much lower "wear" because its gears don't get covered in mud.
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Posted by: solareclipse2
Shaft. Chain drives have the potential to yield all sorts of problems, not to mention the fact that you can't get a 4x4 chain drive atv.
Posted by: solareclipse2
Got a photo?
Posted by: SEADAWG
I have both...shaft to me is better for the quads. I don't have to worry about the chain tension, stretching or lubrication. Shaft are nearly maint. free. I said nearly...you have to check the lube level on them. SEADAWG
Posted by: hikuntryslim
i have one of each and like both .
Posted by: hikuntryslim
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Originally posted by: solareclipse2
Shaft. Chain drives have the potential to yield all sorts of problems, not to mention the fact that you can't get a 4x4 chain drive atv.
yes u can get a chain drive 4x4 atv........
Posted by: jdrockton
Any help which drive for ATV's is better---Shaft or Chain????
Posted by: jdrockton
Thanks......
Posted by: jdrockton
Thanks.....
Posted by: MonroeKid
Considering purchasing a 2006 e-ton 90 viper. How has your 04 held up? Would you purchase another? Any advice would be appreciated.
Posted by: MonroeKid
Thanks for the quick reply. Yes it is. the local dealer just got some in stock. I am also considering a used 05 polaris predator. Do you know anything about htis bike? I have never owned a polaris - only yamaha honda and suzuki
