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Posted by: Tim1
In this case I would take the Grizzly for these reason.Both bikes are reliable,the Grizzly is $1000 less and with only 180 miles on it I would call that as good as new.You sound like you do mostly mudding and the Vamps are the best tires for that and are expensive, which the Grizzly already has.
Posted by: 01Grizzly
Take the Grizzly. Its almost new and has some good mods. The Sportsman is a good bike, but without local support you may end up regretting it.
Rick
Posted by: hiofcer
I would also choose the Grizz. With my past experiences with Polaris, reliability is a main concern. Without dealer support it's worse.
Posted by: Farmr123
Even though I am a Polaris fan, I think if I were in your shoes, I would go with the Grizz. There is nothing like a dealer that will stand behind you. $1000 is nothing to sneeze at, either.
Posted by: shumdit
If the 3 wheel drive is a problem on the Grizzly order a set of Lockers for it ($169) then you will have true 4WD all the time. Turning will be more difficult, but it is the hot setup if mudding is your thing.
Posted by: Tray
Here is the deal. I have 2 friends selling their 4 wheelers and I am trying to decide which one to buy.
Type of riding I will be doing is: 40% mud/30% sand (river bottom)/30% trail/woods riding.
99 Yamha Grizz: Warn 2000 winch, Vampires, Clutch kit, Carb kit and cammo skins, loading ramps. Only has 180 miles on it.
2001 Polaris 500HO: Stock, Warn 2000 winch, Storage chest ( mounted on the rack) 3 year extended warranty, less than 60 miles/10 hours.
My main worries with the Polaris are: seemingly less reliable, heavier weight and local dealer support (dealer not dependable) Did I mention worried about reliability ( or lack of?)
I like the Polaris because: true 4 wheel drive, IRS., better ride
Worries about the Grizz: 3 wheel drive,
I like the Grizz because: Seemingly more reliable, 100lbs lighter, Great dealer support
The Polaris is about $1000-$1200 more than the Grizz.
Which one would you pick, and why would you pick it?
Thanks!
