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Posted by: want2Bmuddy
I was looking at AC new H1 and it is a sweet ride!! I have it on hold and might buy one this week and would like to know the good and bad regarding this atv!! Is the LE suppose to have a winch already on the atv? The one I looked at does not have a winch on it and it is the LE model. Should I get the H1 or would the V2 be a better choice? Thanks ....!!!!
Posted by: swissalps
All things equal, I would rather have a twin cylinder engine than a single any day of the week, but things may not be equal here, I dont know. Some people around the forum here seem to like to idea of one large cylinder rather than a pair working together to give a power stroke twice as often.
The LE should come with alum rims, bumpers and a winch - it is certainly worth some premium over the standard... how much... well, everyone will have to decide that for themselves. The polished rims look cool, but over time it will be interesting to see what they look like.
This all said, if you like the ride and the price, go for it. You are presumably buying this primarily for yourself to ride.... I was going to go for the 400 LE last fall, but decide the regular AC 500 was better (and the LE had not come in yet, and I didnt want to wait more).
good luck!
'05 AC 500 4x4 auto
Posted by: swissalps
I hate to sound like a party pooper, but why do you guys want to go that fast?
I have had my '05 AC 500 up to around 52 mph (briefly) and I dont think it is really all that fun to go that fast... and to me it is a good way for a broken neck if you have a tire pop at that speed or something else happens on a short wheelbase machine with low pressure tires...
Posted by: swissalps
I thought that is what cars and trucks were for ...
Posted by: Bluethumb
Ride both first, that will help in your decision. If you're going to work it at all , the H1 is the way to go. Its' low range is geared way lower than the V2 and the clutching is better suited to heavy work, pulling or big tires. The V2 has a ton of aftermarket goodies that will make it fly. You have to get the clutch set up on it before anything else to avoid belt problems. I would personally go with the H1, but each to his own.
Posted by: Vanni
I have both, a 04 650 Twin-V and just bought the new 05 H1. As many have stated here, the Twin V has quick power even in low gear; it just responds quicker. The H1, in low gear, seems to lag, as if really working hard to pick up speed. But, as it has been told to you, the H1 has extreme torque in low gear. In high gear, the H1 takes off well. I was able to reach 57 mph and able to keep up well with the Twin V, though the Twin V has been modified and has explosive take off power. I am looking into upgrade performance parts for my H1. If any one knows of such parts, please feel free to advise.
Geo
Posted by: Vanni
Hello again...I agree with ATVCowboy. I did not push my new H1 to it's full max when I reached 57mph, so I know it can go faster. My Twin V goes faster for it has been modified. The first time I rode it, several ATV'ers stopped me to examine and ask questions about the H1.....that was the only time the H1 stopped..
Posted by: Vanni
I agree with you 100 percent. I, personally do not drive or push either my 650 Twin V or H1 to their limits. My comments about the speed factor was for information purposes; comparing the Twin V and H1. Your right, going that fast is extremely dangerous for various reasons. I drive my ATV's on a private land in North AZ, on a 72 acre spread I own. I just love to drive at a comfortable speed. Thank you for bring that point out Swissalps.
Posted by: weez440
99 percent of the time we drive below 30 mph but for that 1 percent it is nice to know you got a badass atv that can run pretty close to the sport quads. and about vehicles my truck governs out at 104 mph getting a handheld computer module so i can make that higher lol j/k it isn't neccessarily so you can drive 68 mph which mine did stock but knowing you can and making sure everyone knows it so they know you have the top cat. besides when you have that much power and speed on top end you can clutch it up for these power freaks and put alot of that on bottom end to turn 29.5 inch tires if that is what you want gives ya a wider range so you can customize it to fit your needs as to where you want the power.
Posted by: Chumley
Depends what you plan to do with it/ how you are going to ride.
Posted by: Chumley
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Originally posted by: swissalps
why do you guys want to go that fast?
When you want to get somewhere as soon as possible.
Posted by: Chumley
I'm guessing people that drive wheelers 65mph drive their automobile type vehicles much faster than that. Some people dig speed, regardless of danger, its a rush. 65 on a wheeler is nothing compared to 160mph on a bike. Now THAT's a rush.
Posted by: atvcowboy
hey i just bought the h1 and i must say if your looking for the perfect bike this is it fast 68 mph not 57 mph so far and bumps lmao u have to look back to see them cause you can't feel them so far so good 166 miles on her been in places most babys go around never been stuck yet , the only problem with this bike is people stoping you all the time to talk about it
