07/02/2007 11:10 PM
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Dromanyshyn
Trailblazer
Posts: 21
Joined: 12/28/2006
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I bought 2000 sportsman 500 used and i have had problems with it. I was wondering if i just got a bad apple or what is the best utility atv.
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07/03/2007 01:08 PM
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Hebs
Pro Rider
Posts: 933
Joined: 02/22/2004
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There's no "Best atv". There's only "best atv for me"... That being said... Please list the following and we can help guide you towards your next quad.
1. Riding experience
2. past bikes owned
3. usual riding locations
4. what type of riding do you want to do "most" of the time
5. what's your budget
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If you never wreck, yer not riding hard enough...
04 yfz 450 Curtis Sparks Big Core Exhaust Kit
Cam mod
Airbox lid removed
GYT-R Jetting Kit, Grab Bar
AC Bumper, Nerf Bars, skid plates
TrailTech Xbars
HiPer beadlocks w/ razr's...
07 Grizzly 700 (Ducks Unlimited Edition)
Warn 3.0XT winch - Full Yami skids - 27" 589's all around
Dalton Clutch kit - Reverse rev-limiter override
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07/03/2007 06:22 PM
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Dromanyshyn
Trailblazer
Posts: 21
Joined: 12/28/2006
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I ride maybe once every two weeks for about 6 hours. The only atv that i owned was a sportsman 500. I normal ride on trails. My budget is 3000 to 4000
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07/04/2007 09:54 PM
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yotatrailrunner
Pro Rider
Posts: 277
Joined: 02/12/2007
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New the only thing i can think of is a honda recon or something in that size range.
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2007 Wolverine 450 SE
HMF Sport S/O, Dynojet kit, K&N filter with precharger, Elka Elite's, Maxxis Razr 4-speed's, Fasst Flexx Bar, Moose Dual Gasser, Spider Grips SLX Grip's, Amsoil 0w-40 & EoA Filter
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07/05/2007 08:20 AM
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buckaroo50
Arctic Cat Pro
Posts: 1235
Joined: 08/10/2005
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Arctic Cat is the best.
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I DON'T PRACTICE AT BEING A DUMMY, IT COMES NATURAL DON'T LAUGH AT ME, YOU CAN LEARN ALOT FROM A DUMMY!!! 03 Arctic Cat 400FIS automatic Front tires - 25x8x12 Innova MudGear Rear tires - 25x10x12 Sigma TBC MudCats Front and Rear bumpers 1" spacers on all 4 wheels 3000# Xtreme waterproof winch http://mysite.verizon.net/buckaroo39/
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07/05/2007 09:28 AM
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DesertViper
Pro Rider
Posts: 1117
Joined: 02/22/2005
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In that price range, ... ?
Grizzly 350
Raptor 250
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'09 Can-Am Renegade 800: ATVTorture.com project quad
'08 KTM 950 R Super Enduro
'08 Dodge Challenger SRT8
'04 Jeep Wrangler Sport
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07/05/2007 02:42 PM
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acpower
Pro Rider
Posts: 224
Joined: 07/20/2006
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id opt for the new 2008 Arctic Cat 366. Gonna be the best ATV for the money you can find in that price range.
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2006 Arctic Cat 650 V2
3000lb Venom 3000XT winch
50 ft synthetic winch rope
ITP Mudlite XTR tires
ITP C-Series Type 7 rims
Arctic Cat handguards
Arctic Cat shock covers
K&N Air Filter
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07/05/2007 04:57 PM
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kulow
Weekend Warrior
Posts: 20
Joined: 02/25/2007
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well what type of problems are you having. might be an easy fix or cheap to repair. i have had 3 polaris quads without a single problem real good quads imo. now i have 2 kawasaki 650i quads also have not had any problems. i like them real well to
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07/05/2007 05:08 PM
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BRISS40
Weekend Warrior
Posts: 7
Joined: 06/17/2007
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[well put.. they`re all good]
There's no "Best atv". There's only "best atv for me"... That being said... Please list the following and we can help guide you towards your next quad.
1. Riding experience
2. past bikes owned
3. usual riding locations
4. what type of riding do you want to do "most" of the time
5. what's your budget
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THE SILVER BULLIT
its a sin not to have a v- twin
07 650I
26``Dirt Tamers
Warn winch
Heated grips& thumb
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07/07/2007 09:04 PM
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v2rider
Pro Rider
Posts: 3655
Joined: 01/15/2006
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Whatever feels good to you. There has been some Polaris issues latley, but im not sure why. Mabey it was abused? Try another Polaris if you like them. Arctic Cat has been A+ for me
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2006 650V2
Dynatek CDI
NGK Power Racing Cables
Iridium Plugs
K&N
Amsoil In Everything
26" Swamplites
Delta Chrome Steel Rims
Venom 2500XT Winch
Brushguard Front/Rear Bumpers
AC Handguards
Cargo Box
Gun Scabbard
Magellan GPS
Alarm System
Gel Grips
Baja Lights
Odyssey PC680 Battery
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07/08/2007 12:30 PM
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brutus450
Pro Rider
Posts: 753
Joined: 11/01/2006
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I love my Polaris - but just buy what you like and feels good to you - every brand has thier issues
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2006 Sportsman 450<BR>Front & Rear double tube bumpers<BR>Front & Rear Body Guard Racks<BR>Hand Guards<BR>Vision 160's<BR>Warn XT25
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07/09/2007 10:39 PM
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Hebs
Pro Rider
Posts: 933
Joined: 02/22/2004
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If you spend the 4k and trade in the sportsman, you should be able to get most of the big bore quads out there. So let's go thru a list of things you want... and we'll eliminate some of the quads that don't have the features you want...
Just answer yes or no to the following.
1. Does the bike need to be efi?
2. Does it need to have 4wd?
3. Does it have to have diff-lock?
4. Do you plan to go mudding a lot?
5. Do you plan to trail ride a lot?
6. Do you want something bigger than a 450cc?
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If you never wreck, yer not riding hard enough...
04 yfz 450 Curtis Sparks Big Core Exhaust Kit
Cam mod
Airbox lid removed
GYT-R Jetting Kit, Grab Bar
AC Bumper, Nerf Bars, skid plates
TrailTech Xbars
HiPer beadlocks w/ razr's...
07 Grizzly 700 (Ducks Unlimited Edition)
Warn 3.0XT winch - Full Yami skids - 27" 589's all around
Dalton Clutch kit - Reverse rev-limiter override
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07/10/2007 10:29 AM
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DesertViper
Pro Rider
Posts: 1117
Joined: 02/22/2005
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The answer to his question is really simple, too bad its so expensive. He wants to know what the best ATV is, ... its the new Arctic Cat Thunder Cat 950. That much power makes it the best, no matter what else is in the mix. 
DV
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'09 Can-Am Renegade 800: ATVTorture.com project quad '08 KTM 950 R Super Enduro '08 Dodge Challenger SRT8 '04 Jeep Wrangler Sport
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07/10/2007 08:48 PM
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800TwinEFI
Pro Rider
Posts: 212
Joined: 04/07/2006
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I like buddy the dog. Cute little fella.
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2007 Polaris Sportsman 700 Twin
2006 Polaris Sportsman 800 Twin
2006 Polaris Sportsman 450 (sold)
2002 Dodge 2500...Let the Cummins ROAR
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07/15/2007 09:43 AM
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JohnO
Pro Rider
Posts: 492
Joined: 05/09/2002
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Depends on what you want out of it. Each is good in certain areas.
I'm sticking with Arctic Cat, as I've had a 500i since 2002, and it has been extremely reliable. Five years of farm work, and I had one fouled spark plug, and one broken axle (my fault, tried to goose it with a log jammed between the rear wheels and a trailer full of firewood behind - snapped the tip off of the axle)
AC is probably the best rough ground crawler. Grizz and Zuki, the only other big utes I've ridden, have better handling, but not quite as good rough ground capability.
Truth is, they're all very good at just about anything. See who will give you the best deal, and you'll be happy.
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07/15/2007 11:46 PM
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GrnXnham
Pro Rider
Posts: 343
Joined: 07/07/2004
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The best ATV is whatever one I am riding.
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2007 Yamaha Raptor 700r
2004 Suzuki Ozark 250
2004 Suzuki Ozark 250
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07/17/2007 06:29 PM
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mykool61679
Pro Rider
Posts: 854
Joined: 02/08/2006
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come on guys, we all know its honda!!!
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05 Honda Rancher with HL Big Bore Kit,high compression piston, k&n(with outer wear), supertrap exhaust, HL Leak Shield, gators ,camo seat cover,&camo storage bags!! 06 mini-ute sunl(jrs)
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07/18/2007 01:00 AM
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Dirtydude
Pro Rider
Posts: 463
Joined: 10/16/2004
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the best ATV in your situation is the best deal you can locate on a quad that hasn't been neglected or abused.
Impossible to say 'what is best'. perhaps the best quad in 02 was x brand, but in 04 y brand had a better quad than the 02 x brand, but not better than an 04 x brand!
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07 Arctic Cat M8 Black
05 Grizz in Hardwood Camo
05 Pred 90
00 KTM 380 MXC
98 Explorer 400
98 Blaster
93 Husqvarna 360 WXC
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07/19/2007 12:45 PM
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Originally posted by: mykool61679
come on guys, we all know its honda!!!
If it so great why did you have to buy all the mods?!!!......HL Big Bore Kit,high compression piston, k&n(with outer wear), supertrap exhaust, HL Leak Shield, gators ,camo seat cover,&camo storage bags
QUOTE FOR TODAY:
Planned Parenthood: Destroying a Generation One Baby at a Time.
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"And I; I took the road less traveled by..." http://s321.photobucket.com/al...heeling%20Sept%202008/ http://s321.photobucket.com/albums/nn396/jdjrc/
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07/20/2007 09:56 AM
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mykool61679
Pro Rider
Posts: 854
Joined: 02/08/2006
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probly b/c i like to modify anything! there isnt too many 329cc that can turn 27 inch tires to good in the mud. and dont get so defensive, it was only a joke, there buddy!! about the only thing hondas are best at is reliability and some tight trails!!! and that artic kitty is best at ground clearance!! and as far as mods some folks just like it!! have a good day!!
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05 Honda Rancher with HL Big Bore Kit,high compression piston, k&n(with outer wear), supertrap exhaust, HL Leak Shield, gators ,camo seat cover,&camo storage bags!! 06 mini-ute sunl(jrs)
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07/20/2007 02:56 PM
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modify all you want, I'm all for it. wasn't being defensive; you didn't see the "!!!'s"? As far as reliablity - after three years, over 3800 miles, and dozens of riders of all ages including four teenage nephews I still have zero issues with mine, and it is all completely stock. I hope everyone has the same luck with theirs that I have had with mine.
QUOTE FOR TODAY:
JIHAD: NOT JUST A GOOD IDEA IT'S THE LAW
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"And I; I took the road less traveled by..." http://s321.photobucket.com/al...heeling%20Sept%202008/ http://s321.photobucket.com/albums/nn396/jdjrc/
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