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Posted by: Bill.Ciliberti
I almost bought a trailboss for my wife,however,I did NOT like the idea of not having a low range on it.I bought her a Recon.It is a perfect entre level ATV for her size.Heck,I even like riding the thing on occasions myself,but when I get off it and on to the Xplorer,its like im now on a monster mudder!
Bill
Posted by: Tim1
If price matters discount the Wolverine that is the most exspensive 350 4x4 made.There are 400s 4wd that cost less.
Posted by: snowshark
I don't think you can consider the Wolverine in the same class as the other ones you mentioned. The Wolverine is a fast 4x4 the others. Its also the most expensive of the group.
As for the rest of the quads you mentioned test drive each one off them & see which one fits you the best.
Posted by: MagnumMudMan
Doug
I don't have any experience with the yamaha's that you mentioned, so I cannot comment on them. I own a Polaris Trailboss 325 and it is a pretty good machine. The reliability problems all generally stem from pre 97 Polaris models. My 98 and 00 Polaris's have been tough as nails. The trail boss is a fun machine to ride, but not overly powerful. My buddy has a 00 Recon. It is also a good machine. The only thing I don't like about it is that it felt too small for me to ride. The trail boss is my wife's primary ride, but I like to take it on runs. The recon is also not the most powerful machine out there. Both the Recon and Trailboss will run about 43-48 in stock form. I would ride as many machines as you can and decide which one feels the best for you. Post another reply if you have any specific questions.
Posted by: MagnumMudMan
gren
Does $3,731 include tax and title? If that is the price of the machine, it is a little high. I paid 3,300 for my wifes 2000 trail boss. With tax and title it came to around $3550. Hope this helps. I know they raised the price of the 2001 models due to making some improvements to them.
Posted by: springdrl
Here's my two-cents worth.
Polaris- reliability relative to other quads has been an issue in the past.
Yamaha- a good quad overall. question your choice of model as compared to the Honda Recon which is only 2WD
Honda Recon- another good quad that has a sporty feel for it's class. However, never could understand why Honda didn't add an oil filter in the engine design
Beartracker- Yamaha's replacement for their Timberwolf which had a strong reputation for being underpowered. Same basic design but with a modified stoke and larger intake. Could not tell you if this one performs bettter.
250EX- great quad for pure sport. Will be out of place if you intend to do any utility work with it.
Posted by: springdrl
Too bad you don't live here in Texas. You can apply for a Farm and Ranch tax exemption and not pay any sales tax on a new ATV.
Posted by: brokemybanshee
Look at local classifieds and stuff like that before you buy new, you may save a ton of money, I just got a 2000 blaster for $1,500 and it in like new cond, saved a bunch..
Posted by: JAW
Welcome my name is Jake.!
Posted by: Coley
Dude, Dude, Dude.
I'm not really partial to any one manufacturer. If any, Yamaha I guess. So I'm not just trying to "sell" a Honda.
Go with the 250ex. I just re-read the article in this month's "Dirt Wheels". Awesome bike as far as I can tell and would definitely go with this one. Peace.
Posted by: Coley
No sir - must've been some one else. Would've been awful ironic I bet.
I just read "4-Wheel ATV Action's" review on the 250 ex and they're even more excited than "Dirt Wheels" was! I bet this is about the best all-round "beginner" bike out thus far. I'm a big Yamaha fan, own 2 Kawasaki's that I love, have unfortunately never owned a Honda, but think you can't go wrong with this bike. Peace.
Posted by: 00GrizzNkodiak
i'm not hating polaris, but just my 2 cents.. the polaris is is kinda overweight..honda'z and yamaha are known for lightweight..and long term reliablilty..it weighs 461lb..compared to a 250ex 349lbs....so if you say it's sporty..it's a bit overweight....i've found beartrackers..for 2,999 at my local dealer the 2000 models..laterz
2000 YAMAHA GRIZZLY 4X4
2000 YAMAHA KODIAK 4X4
Posted by: 00GrizzNkodiak
that is the trailboss 250
Posted by: mh127
I just bought "my first" quad a 2001 Wolverine and I love it. We have a 96 Timberwolf and our son has a Blaster. The Wolverine will run with the Blaster on top end but doesn't have the manuverbilty of the Blaster on tight turns but will eat it alive in mud and snow. The Timberwolf is fun but slow after riding the other two.
Posted by: gren25
What's up everyone I just joined and I need your help already. I'VE never owned a quad, but thinking seriously about getting into the sport. I'm Kinda of leaning toward 2 or3 different ones. 1) IS THE POLARIS TRAILBOSS ,2) is the BEARTRACKER AND WOLVERINE 4X4 AND THE HONDA RECON OR THE NEW 250EX. as you can see price is a concern. Most of the riding (or trying to ride) I'll be doing is just for fun and recreation. any suggestions will be very helpful thanks Doug
Posted by: gren25
Posted by: gren25
ya that's out the door and with the 1% farmers tax, maybe I can talk to them alittle more. I thought it was high to. thanks for your help
Posted by: gren25
now after checking out the honda forum, I'm kinda leaning toward the 250ex, but I haven't found one real close around here to look at and ride. oh well no need to get in a hurry I guess.thanks for the help
Posted by: gren25
well I think I've narrowed it down to the 325 trailboss or the honda250ex but I can't find a250ex close by so I can ride it. the only 1 I've found is about 75 miles away maybe I can check it out monday if they still have it. thanks for the info. p.s. thanks for the welcome jake
Posted by: gren25
Posted by: gren25
I'M going to go with the 250ex. I don't race and they say it's a good trail bike. P.S. COLEY DID YOU GO TO NASHVILLE AUTO DIESEL COLLAGE ABOUT 1984
Posted by: gren25
ya it would've been ironic,I read those articles too it sounds like a good bike to me. I may have to get one in a week or so. hav a goodin
Posted by: gren25
WELL I got my 250ex today and I love it so far just letting everyone know, if ya'll are interested or have any questions let me know I would be glad to help, that is when I'm not riding haha. like that one guy said it's better to ride than not at all
Posted by: speed11x
The best thing for you to do is to find some buddys and hop on their machines and see what you like and dislike. A avt club would be a good place to find that out to. I own a kawasaki Bayou 220 and I like it for what it is ment for. Like the Recon, it is a smaller machine, but the Recon is a sporty and fun machine that can work too, which is nice. I've ridden the Recon and I liked it alot, it has good and peppy power. I've also ridden the Polaris trailboss which isn't a too bad of a choice either, it has the bigger quad feel. If you're a bigger guy, I'd go with the Polaris, if not, the Recon would be a great choice.
