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Posted by: Farmr123
I really don't think you can go wrong with either one.
They each definately have their own 'feel' when driving them.
Grizz advantages:
The Grizz has a bigger engine,
is lighter (less weight to fight on the trail),
narrower to fit thru narrow trails better,
has lighter steering,
and 4 wheel engine braking
The Sportsman has (over the Grizz)
better, heavier tires,
wider, more stable,
no rev limiter when in true 4wd mode,
bigger rack & towing capacity (although in practical terms I think they would handle about the same)
& it is heavier (better for plowing snow)
I may have forgotten a few things, but that is what pops to mind
Posted by: QuadZmoto
I was in the same situation. I narrowed it down between the same 2 quads. Today I made the decision based on these:
1) looks
2) backup recoil starter
3) 4wd system (operator being in control)
4) location of the instrument panel
5) weight 600lbs
6) irs
Those are the reasons why I purchased the Grizzly. I am not biased. It is all in what you are looking for.
My friends who I ride with have 700 sportsman, 500 sportsman, 650 praire, 500 Vinson. After looking at all of them, and friends wanting you to buy what they have, I decided the Grizz was the best for me.
Hope this helps.....
Posted by: IronChef
Buying American has become difficult to define in the past decade. Overseas part sourcing, merging with foreign companies and manufacturing outside the U.S. are finacial choices that American manufacturers have made to be more competitive. However, the key is that even if a Japanese manufacturer has an office in California and manufacturing in Georgia, it's profits still return to Japan. In my opinion, I think it is better to buy a product because of it's quality and value for you personally, not it's country of origin.
Posted by: HELLFISH
Take the Grizz!
Posted by: HELLFISH
yeah,the polaris snowmobile engines are "made in japan" if you watched winter x on espn they told all about it ..oh yeah they did'nt win that either!
Posted by: Bill35
Go with the 600sp youll love it -Its a all around better ride.Plus youll be able to hold your head up high knowing your not riding some jap-crap.....god bless the USA....polaris made in the USA
Posted by: Tmartin
I have to say, there is nothing i don't like about my grizz!!!
Posted by: RealtreeGriz
I bet with my diff lock I can tow any Polaris around! And that makes me hold my head up high!
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In my opinion, I think it is better to buy a product because of its quality and value for you personally, not it's country of origin.
An't that the truth. I have a Harley and all my auto's are GMC's, but I'm not going to spend more of my hard earned money for something that doesn't even come close to the Grizzly cause Polaris markets it as made in the America when we know where it comes. Where I work we sale to Japan. So what's the difference?
If you only want to buy American you better go live in the hills and grow you own food, but then you won't be a part of what makes this country so great.
FREEDOM!
Posted by: whereisthemud
Nice statement Bill35....
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Go with the 600sp youll love it -Its a all around better ride.Plus youll be able to hold your head up high knowing your not riding some jap-crap.....god bless the USA....polaris made in the USA
You do realize that Polaris may be made in the USA but uses overseas parts..... Real intelligent statement you made there....
Posted by: Grizzhaus660
Can't speak for the Polaris but I love my 02' Grizz. It is an excellent wheeler. I have had nothing but fun and good luck out of it. When I hit the trails it is sporty and quick and when it is time to work it has not let me down yet. I have done every thing from going over 60 down the road to disking a deer plot with a 5 foot disk. Absolutly no complaints from me. This bike doesn't just look tuff it is. It may not be the fastest or pull the most weight but I couldn't ask for anymore out of a wheeler.
Posted by: hunts1
I bought my Grizz about 4 weeks ago. I LOVE IT!!!!! You cant go wrong with a Grizz.
Posted by: carver
i think that the 600 sportsman has been cluched more aggressive than the 700, this would be cool. but either way, you will be a happy camper!
Posted by: Cessage
I'm in the market, but all my boys tell me is go with the Polaris. I compare and the Grizz is freaky bad with the different 4x4 locks. The Polaris tows more, and I will be using it for work and play. The polaris seems to have way to much plastic to break, but the Grizz has a huge brushguard, thick skid plates, and is less money. Whadya think?
Posted by: Cessage
Yeah- I thought about that.
...but, Yamaha's HQ is now in California and their ATVs are made in Georgia.
Posted by: JAMMER
Make sure you test ride a Kawi Prairie 650.Also Bomb Quest 650s on E-bay new for $5300. A steal!! Lot cheaper than $7000.
Posted by: crazzyjoe
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Originally posted by: Cessage
I'm in the market, but all my boys tell me is go with the Polaris. I compare and the Grizz is freaky bad with the different 4x4 locks. The Polaris tows more, and I will be using it for work and play. The polaris seems to have way to much plastic to break, but the Grizz has a huge brushguard, thick skid plates, and is less money. Whadya think?
Get anything but a 02 or 03 Grizz
