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Posted on 3/14/19 at 7:00 pm
Posted on 3/14/19 at 7:00 pm
I want to get a new machine for this upcoming hunting season. I would only be using it to get to and from pit blinds. I was wondering what you baws recommend...
This post was edited on 3/14/19 at 7:03 pm
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Posted on 3/14/19 at 7:25 pm to TheGhostOfBigLee
If you aren't worried about power or speed, I'm loving my new little 500 pioneer. Has a few kinks you have to fix when you get it... But i like it.
If you need to carry more than two people, a Viking.
If you need to carry more than 3, the new mule fxts are good.
Polaris is gonna have the best ride and power, at the expense of more than average maintenance. I prefer the 900 motor to the 1000. Which is odd, given I have the 1000 in the general and it has been flawless
Basically, how much weight are you hauling, how many people are you hauling, and what's the terrain?
If you need to carry more than two people, a Viking.
If you need to carry more than 3, the new mule fxts are good.
Polaris is gonna have the best ride and power, at the expense of more than average maintenance. I prefer the 900 motor to the 1000. Which is odd, given I have the 1000 in the general and it has been flawless
Basically, how much weight are you hauling, how many people are you hauling, and what's the terrain?
Posted on 3/14/19 at 7:26 pm to X123F45
everyone is gone recommene what they have lol. I have a polaris 900, and love it.
Posted on 3/14/19 at 7:29 pm to oleyeller
Hey now, I specifically recommended the ones I don't have at the moment
Posted on 3/14/19 at 7:33 pm to TheGhostOfBigLee
Polaris 900 xp here as well. No complaints so far.
Posted on 3/14/19 at 7:34 pm to TheGhostOfBigLee
Mule
Posted on 3/14/19 at 7:42 pm to biggsc
I had a mule before the Polaris. It was a quality machine but after if went 6 feet under for 3 days I sold it and bought the Polaris.
Posted on 3/14/19 at 7:47 pm to jgthunt
I would get a Ranger instead
Posted on 3/14/19 at 7:51 pm to TheGhostOfBigLee
I had shotgun in my head and was very confused by this post when I first read it. I blame living in the concrete jungle for too long 
Posted on 3/14/19 at 8:00 pm to TheGhostOfBigLee
Very happy with Yamaha Viking. I researched and vetted for months before settling on the Viking. The biggest push toward the Viking came from my cousin who is a licensed Honda mechanic but works on all the other makes as well. He recommended Yamaha over anything else. His biggest issue with the new Honda machines is that (his hands-on observation, not my opinion) the newer machines haven't improved quality in areas where they fell short in the past, whereas Yamaha and Polaris he says are constantly improving.
Tifwiw.
Mine is the Viking VI Ranch Edition and it's no speed demon but it's bulletproof, strong and a trail running workhorse. It seats 6 and is by far the most comfortable riding S×S I have ever been in.
Tifwiw.
Mine is the Viking VI Ranch Edition and it's no speed demon but it's bulletproof, strong and a trail running workhorse. It seats 6 and is by far the most comfortable riding S×S I have ever been in.
Posted on 3/14/19 at 8:09 pm to oleyeller
I have a Polaris 900XP 2018 model. I really like it but for the way I use it I wish I would of looked at the Kawasaki.
Posted on 3/14/19 at 9:37 pm to TheGhostOfBigLee
I have a 2016 Honda Pioneer 700 4 seater and love it. Never had any issues with it and it's a workhorse.
Posted on 3/14/19 at 9:58 pm to TheGhostOfBigLee
Got a Can Am defender Hd8. So far it’s been solid.
Posted on 3/14/19 at 10:21 pm to Leon Spinks
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Got a Can Am defender Hd8. So far it’s been solid.
Same here. It’s a beast and priced very competitive.
Posted on 3/15/19 at 5:55 am to TheGhostOfBigLee
I have a 700 Pioneer (2 seater) and love it. Dump Bed and you can get 3 people in the front if one of them is a narrow arse, or a kid. I like how quiet it is as opposed to other SxS on the market. Been a stud, work-horse and have been very pleased.
I know the 1000's have had several issues with their tranny, but most everyone I have heard from/dealt with/talked to, it was the 4 seater 1000 that had the problems.
Polaris is probably going to be your most popular choice, but I use mine a lot at the hunting camp for work (pulling a trailer) hauling firewood back to our camp, hauling tools/accessories to work sites on the camp, etc. I liked the idea of a transmission as opposed to a belt drive system.
I know the 1000's have had several issues with their tranny, but most everyone I have heard from/dealt with/talked to, it was the 4 seater 1000 that had the problems.
Polaris is probably going to be your most popular choice, but I use mine a lot at the hunting camp for work (pulling a trailer) hauling firewood back to our camp, hauling tools/accessories to work sites on the camp, etc. I liked the idea of a transmission as opposed to a belt drive system.
Posted on 3/15/19 at 7:28 am to Bolivar Shagnasty
I need some good shotgun sleeves for mine. Anyone have some recommendations?
Posted on 3/15/19 at 10:19 am to TheGhostOfBigLee
I'm on year 3 of my Kawasaki Teryx. It's been a beast with zero issues so far. Only knock is it doesn't have much of a bed.
I'm on year 12 of my Rhino. It's beat to hell and back but keeps on trucking.
I'm on year 12 of my Rhino. It's beat to hell and back but keeps on trucking.
Posted on 3/15/19 at 10:30 am to LSUballs
The majority about anywhere are gonna say Polaris Ranger, and likely would be fine for you.
Couldn't bring myself to buy anything Polaris after growing up Honda. Bought Pioneer 700 last April, now one duck season in using it just the OP is describing as well as around the house, very pleased. Looks like a couple others on here have one as well and like it for same reasons. Just my preference, I think you'll likely be pleased with Po Ranger or Yamaha.
The Honda SxS's appear to be gaining ground in the market after largely failing with their initial offering, the Big Red SxS. I'm seeing more and more of them on trailers headed to and from camps during the season
Couldn't bring myself to buy anything Polaris after growing up Honda. Bought Pioneer 700 last April, now one duck season in using it just the OP is describing as well as around the house, very pleased. Looks like a couple others on here have one as well and like it for same reasons. Just my preference, I think you'll likely be pleased with Po Ranger or Yamaha.
The Honda SxS's appear to be gaining ground in the market after largely failing with their initial offering, the Big Red SxS. I'm seeing more and more of them on trailers headed to and from camps during the season
Posted on 3/15/19 at 10:45 am to Tigah D
2014 Pioneer 700-2 here. Love it.
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