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Posted: 1/30/2015 7:47:16 PM EDT
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Maybe get a used Wrangler instead?
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Posted: 1/30/2015 7:47:53 PM EDT
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Why no AC?
I've got an 08 700 prowler (1st year) that has not needed any repair not covered under warranty. I have about 2600mi on the original belt and plug. Its a dependable machine that has even been drowned. I replace oil, diff fluids, and batteries. I would love a newer rig but could never justify needing anything more to the chief finance officer, I have other needs too. 
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Posted: 1/30/2015 7:54:08 PM EDT
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Maybe get a used Wrangler instead? Don't want the hassle of building/upgrading/repairing. I'll need to barge it over to the refuge when the water is down. Need room for up to 4 people and gear. ATV is a better option for me right now for a variety of reasons. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 7:54:39 PM EDT
[#5]
3000 flawless miles on our 900XP.
Aftermarket following like Harley. Heard an add last night that said the RZR has sold 5x the number of vehicles it's nearest competitor has. (Don't know how true that is though) |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 7:55:14 PM EDT
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Have a Polaris Rzr 800. It's a tank, climbs most anything and is fast.
My advice is buy used. There are many out there with low hours/miles for half the price of new and might already have the upgrades you want. You will not be disappoint. 
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Posted: 1/30/2015 7:55:44 PM EDT
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Don't get a mule, unless you like replacing $200 fuel pumps regularly, and without warning. The new injected ones don't seem to be as bad, but the pump is in the tank and the fuel filter is built in
 so I'm guessin' it wont be cheap.
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Posted: 1/30/2015 7:57:07 PM EDT
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if I could do it all again, I'd go Polaris for my sport machine in a heartbeat. They are easier to service and work on, have more dealer support and are the biggest SxS manufacturer by a long shot. All these things break if you drive them hard, but my Can Am Commander has been the biggest pita I've ever owned because I swear it's built in such a way to require dealers to do everything. It also has been more fragile than my buddies Polaris stuff and we all drive like assholes.
I own an XP900 Ranger and I would not give another UTV a look f I were to buy again. It's a beast and runs damn near 65 mph like a caddy. The new cab systems are like a car. Polaris does 4 wheel Powersports very well IMO. To be honest, I don't have seat time in a Kawasaki and never see them on the trails. I just don't think Kawasaki does much with SXS stuff for some reason. Now their KX dirt bikes are bad ass, and if I were in the market for a bike, my search would begin and end there. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 7:57:38 PM EDT
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Why no AC? I've got an 08 700 prowler (1st year) that has not needed any repair not covered under warranty. I have about 2600mi on the original belt and plug. Its a dependable machine that has even been drowned. I replace oil, diff fluids, and batteries. I would love a newer rig but could never justify needing anything more to the chief finance officer, I have other needs too. Why no Arctic Cat? Because they don't know how to make anything that isn't a sled, unfortunately. 
Polaris makes ok sleds, and great ATV's/UTV's. Arctic Cat makes outstanding sleds, and mediocre ATV's/UTV's. Why? I don't know, why is the sky blue? Why does GuyInFL keep making dupe accounts? Why does Aimless have a propensity to lock threds that he dupes? Like other great mysteries, we may never know.
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Posted: 1/30/2015 7:58:23 PM EDT
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Id guess polaris sells a lot more than anyone else. Can Am makes great machines also, id love a maverick turbo!!!
As someone else said, buy used. I picked mine up w/ 25 miles on it and for a shitload less than new. Search craigslist/forums/ebay etc. if you want a ranger, prcforum.com is a good place to go. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:01:40 PM EDT
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What are you gonna use it for? In before the just get a Jeep tards. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I've narrowed it down to Polaris, Kawasaki, and Can-Am. Yes, they're expensive, I get it. But I need one, I take care of my stuff, so it should last a LONG time. Any thoughts on these machines? Biases for/against? What are you gonna use it for? In before the just get a Jeep tards. Hunting on a 1000acre deer/turkey lease in TN, duck hunting on a 500 acre lease in AR, and duck hunting a 160,000 acre refuge in AR. Farting around also on an off-road area. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:04:28 PM EDT
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we have an `09 rzr with over 5k miles and no problems or breaks that i didnt cause myself.
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:05:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 3000 flawless miles on our 900XP. Aftermarket following like Harley. Heard an add last night that said the RZR has sold 5x the number of vehicles it's nearest competitor has. (Don't know how true that is though) I like Honda ATV's, Polaris for any side by side stuff and Kawasaki for dirt bikes IMO. Eta: based on your use, OP I'd get the Ranger 900 XP with power steering. Add a roof, fglass windshield and a glass or poly rear window. It will run 65 mph on gravel, and will get you in places you've never dreamed of. Consider adding an LED bar as well. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:05:17 PM EDT
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if I could do it all again, I'd go Polaris for my sport machine in a heartbeat. They are easier to service and work on, have more dealer support and are the biggest SxS manufacturer by a long shot. All these things break if you drive them hard, but my Can Am Commander has been the biggest pita I've ever owned because I swear it's built in such a way to require dealers to do everything. It also has been more fragile than my buddies Polaris stuff and we all drive like assholes. I own an XP900 Ranger and I would not give another UTV a look f I were to buy again. It's a beast and runs damn near 65 mph like a caddy. The new cab systems are like a car. Polaris does 4 wheel Powersports very well IMO. To be honest, I don't have seat time in a Kawasaki and never see them on the trails. I just don't think Kawasaki does much with SXS stuff for some reason. Now their KX dirt bikes are bad ass, and if I were in the market for a bike, my search would begin and end there. 
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:07:49 PM EDT
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I have a Kawasaki Teryx, I love it it is pretty fast about 53mph, but i can also get firewood and do chores. Get the machine that suits your needs. I cannot describe how much more I use my property since getting my side by side. Its a great tool/toy.
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:09:19 PM EDT
[#17]
Daughter just sold hers
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:10:43 PM EDT
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http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=63421 http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=57130 Daughter just sold hers
Looks good! I just ordered a set of terminators! My outlaw mst's suck! |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:11:07 PM EDT
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The lack of Yamaha being a choice is a disappointment.
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:13:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: if I could do it all again, I'd go Polaris for my sport machine in a heartbeat. They are easier to service and work on, have more dealer support and are the biggest SxS manufacturer by a long shot. All these things break if you drive them hard, but my Can Am Commander has been the biggest pita I've ever owned because I swear it's built in such a way to require dealers to do everything. It also has been more fragile than my buddies Polaris stuff and we all drive like assholes. I own an XP900 Ranger and I would not give another UTV a look f I were to buy again. It's a beast and runs damn near 65 mph like a caddy. The new cab systems are like a car. Polaris does 4 wheel Powersports very well IMO. To be honest, I don't have seat time in a Kawasaki and never see them on the trails. I just don't think Kawasaki does much with SXS stuff for some reason. Now their KX dirt bikes are bad ass, and if I were in the market for a bike, my search would begin and end there. http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd79/brownj255/2015-01-30_19-02-27_818_zpsmp90lb5l.jpg |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:13:52 PM EDT
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Looks good! I just ordered a set of terminators! My outlaw mst's suck! Quote HistoryQuoted:
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http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=63421 http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=57130 Daughter just sold hers
Looks good! I just ordered a set of terminators! My outlaw mst's suck! 
nice! |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:16:32 PM EDT
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I recommend you take a serious look at Honda before you put any money down. I have a RZR which has served me well but I bought it before Honda had a SxS. Friend just bought a Honda pioneer 700-4. It is an impressive machine.
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:21:52 PM EDT
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Maybe get a used Wrangler instead? My wrangler took 1 hr to cover the same distance a quad did in 15 minutes. I'm about over that bitch, but I'll keep the wrangler and get a quad. Arf way. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:22:19 PM EDT
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AC
Merican! |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:25:22 PM EDT
[#25]
Polaris or can am.
Ignore the rest unless you need a dedicated farm machine. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:33:16 PM EDT
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Hunting on a 1000acre deer/turkey lease in TN, duck hunting on a 500 acre lease in AR, and duck hunting a 160,000 acre refuge in AR. Farting around also on an off-road area. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I've narrowed it down to Polaris, Kawasaki, and Can-Am. Yes, they're expensive, I get it. But I need one, I take care of my stuff, so it should last a LONG time. Any thoughts on these machines? Biases for/against? What are you gonna use it for? In before the just get a Jeep tards. Hunting on a 1000acre deer/turkey lease in TN, duck hunting on a 500 acre lease in AR, and duck hunting a 160,000 acre refuge in AR. Farting around also on an off-road area. ranger 900 will work perfect for those needs. if u can, find one w/ a cab already on it. im slowly putting mine together but this shit isnt cheap! 
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:34:03 PM EDT
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Have a 09 Arctic Cat sport/work built like a crude tank. Also have a 13 RZR 800 that can scare the fuck out of me and we take it monthly riding. I see everything at riding areas and the newer RZRs beat all for play.
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:36:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryIs that supposed to be a tribute to AC's Wildcat? 
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:39:30 PM EDT
[#29]
Are we talking for work or play?
I put several hundred hours a year on mine... so I like ones that are simple and easy to maintain Teryx is anything but 
Rangers are better |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:40:01 PM EDT
[#30]
Kawasaki Mule-very utilitarian but slow.
Can-Am-No experience Polaris Ranger-I have XP 900 crew. Fast, excellent suspension, power steering. Would definitely but another one. Quoted:
I've narrowed it down to Polaris, Kawasaki, and Can-Am. Yes, they're expensive, I get it. But I need one, I take care of my stuff, so it should last a LONG time. Any thoughts on these machines? Biases for/against? |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:41:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: My wrangler took 1 hr to cover the same distance a quad did in 15 minutes. I'm about over that bitch, but I'll keep the wrangler and get a quad. Arf way. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Maybe get a used Wrangler instead? My wrangler took 1 hr to cover the same distance a quad did in 15 minutes. I'm about over that bitch, but I'll keep the wrangler and get a quad. Arf way. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:42:10 PM EDT
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http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=63421 http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=57130 Daughter just sold hers
And........welcome to louisiana
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:45:18 PM EDT
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another vote for Polaris here...
if you do buy one you might want to invest in the extended warranty. I bought my rzr in november of last year, it went back to the dealer for some work..500 bucks...warranty covered it... 
2012 RZR 800s with 2k miles on it. and it is a blast to drive! and my 2011 Polaris sportsman 500h.o. with 1500 miles on it...this thing has been a great 4 wheeler...I have never had to take it in to get fixed I do all the scheduled maintence work on it.. 
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:48:17 PM EDT
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The local ORV park just put up trail cameras due the trail damage that ATV's and those fucking things are causing.
Assholes tearing up the motorcycle single track trails. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:51:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The local ORV park just put up trail cameras due the trail damage that ATV's and those fucking things are causing. Assholes tearing up the motorcycle single track trails. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:52:47 PM EDT
[#36]
ATV's are not side by side. UTV's are side by side
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:54:03 PM EDT
[#37]
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Are we talking for work or play? I put several hundred hours a year on mine... so I like ones that are simple and easy to maintain Teryx is anything but
Rangers are better I have a '10 Ranger HD with over 7000 miles. I haven't done anything to it except replace a tire that wasn't tough enough to run over a broke off t-post. It has a 1000# payload. Power steering and EFI. Not fast, but 50 is enough for what we do with it. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:55:21 PM EDT
[#38]
We run around in the dunes quite a bit.
I would go Polaris for sure. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:58:35 PM EDT
[#39]
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I recommend you take a serious look at Honda before you put any money down. I have a RZR which has served me well but I bought it before Honda had a SxS. Friend just bought a Honda pioneer 700-4. It is an impressive machine. I am buying a four seater...Honda has ZERO cargo capacity in that configuration. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:58:42 PM EDT
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And if you want a little adventure I highly recommend the Hatfield McCoy Trails.
Link 600+ Miles of awesomeness! |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:59:43 PM EDT
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The local ORV park just put up trail cameras due the trail damage that ATV's and those fucking things are causing. Assholes tearing up the motorcycle single track trails. What does ORV mean? Oh, Never mind. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 8:59:43 PM EDT
[#42]
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ranger 900 will work perfect for those needs. if u can, find one w/ a cab already on it. im slowly putting mine together but this shit isnt cheap! Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I've narrowed it down to Polaris, Kawasaki, and Can-Am. Yes, they're expensive, I get it. But I need one, I take care of my stuff, so it should last a LONG time. Any thoughts on these machines? Biases for/against? What are you gonna use it for? In before the just get a Jeep tards. Hunting on a 1000acre deer/turkey lease in TN, duck hunting on a 500 acre lease in AR, and duck hunting a 160,000 acre refuge in AR. Farting around also on an off-road area. ranger 900 will work perfect for those needs. if u can, find one w/ a cab already on it. im slowly putting mine together but this shit isnt cheap! Cab? Really? I was thinking just a windshield. Sell me on it, please. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 9:02:15 PM EDT
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Polaris and dump the stock cage.A 900 I put a cage on last summer and a 1000 sitting in the shop now.
The 1000 isn't done yet. 
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Posted: 1/30/2015 9:03:10 PM EDT
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Cab? Really? I was thinking just a windshield. Sell me on it, please. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I've narrowed it down to Polaris, Kawasaki, and Can-Am. Yes, they're expensive, I get it. But I need one, I take care of my stuff, so it should last a LONG time. Any thoughts on these machines? Biases for/against? What are you gonna use it for? In before the just get a Jeep tards. Hunting on a 1000acre deer/turkey lease in TN, duck hunting on a 500 acre lease in AR, and duck hunting a 160,000 acre refuge in AR. Farting around also on an off-road area. ranger 900 will work perfect for those needs. if u can, find one w/ a cab already on it. im slowly putting mine together but this shit isnt cheap! Cab? Really? I was thinking just a windshield. Sell me on it, please. What are you going to be doing with this thing? That's a pretty important question. ETA: Oops, just saw your plan. The windshield will keep the wind and bugs off your face, but without a rear windscreen the dust going down the road is going to just wrap around and choke you to death. I had a 4 seater Polaris 800 with a full cab. It was too big for being in the pasture and the cab kinda sucked. It was ok in the winter, but the rest of the time I had the doors off. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 9:05:07 PM EDT
[#45]
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Have a Polaris Rzr 800. It's a tank, climbs most anything and is fast. My advice is buy used. There are many out there with low hours/miles for half the price of new and might already have the upgrades you want. You will not be disappoint. http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae99/pjhog/3255146bb631cbc93b3280e9c5703406_zps341fcc5b.jpg This. Rzr's are the shiznit
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Posted: 1/30/2015 9:05:49 PM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: The local ORV park just put up trail cameras due the trail damage that ATV's and those fucking things are causing. Assholes tearing up the motorcycle single track trails. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 9:07:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Cab? Really? I was thinking just a windshield. Sell me on it, please. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: I've narrowed it down to Polaris, Kawasaki, and Can-Am. Yes, they're expensive, I get it. But I need one, I take care of my stuff, so it should last a LONG time. Any thoughts on these machines? Biases for/against? What are you gonna use it for? In before the just get a Jeep tards. Hunting on a 1000acre deer/turkey lease in TN, duck hunting on a 500 acre lease in AR, and duck hunting a 160,000 acre refuge in AR. Farting around also on an off-road area. ranger 900 will work perfect for those needs. if u can, find one w/ a cab already on it. im slowly putting mine together but this shit isnt cheap! Cab? Really? I was thinking just a windshield. Sell me on it, please. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 9:10:19 PM EDT
[#48]
Thread needs more pics. Rzr 900 & 800 goodness!
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Posted: 1/30/2015 9:11:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By stutzcattle What are you going to be doing with this thing? That's a pretty important question. ETA: Oops, just saw your plan. The windshield will keep the wind and bugs off your face, but without a rear windscreen the dust going down the road is going to just wrap around and choke you to death. I had a 4 seater Polaris 800 with a full cab. It was too big for being in the pasture and the cab kinda sucked. It was ok in the winter, but the rest of the time I had the doors off. |
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Posted: 1/30/2015 9:15:06 PM EDT
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Thread needs more pics. Rzr 900 & 800 goodness! http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae99/pjhog/bba10cd12a35e74cd164dbb8e765d322_zps0097f685.jpg Yep. Here's the 570 I had before I bought the XP1000. That little fucker was like a goat on rocky hill climbs. 
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