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Best Side by Side?

Posted on 5/22/20 at 9:52 am
Posted by lsualum2432
baton rouge
Member since Mar 2013
59 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 9:52 am
I am getting a side by side but not sure what kind. Main use will be for hunting trails to & from stand and just cruising around the land. I know Polaris seems to be the most popular. Just curious on people’s experiences with different brands and if anybody thought they got a really good deal at particular place.
Posted by wickowick
Head of Island
Member since Dec 2006
45793 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 9:54 am to
There are a lot of good side by side makers, but the best will be of the best quality and have the pedigree. Holland and Holland and Purdey are the cream of the crop.
Posted by TheDrunkenTigah
Baton Rouge
Member since Aug 2011
17314 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 9:55 am to
I think he might not be describing a fancy shotgun.
Posted by Vlad
North AL
Member since May 2012
2605 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 10:01 am to
Posted by SoFla Tideroller
South Florida
Member since Apr 2010
30011 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 10:08 am to
We've got the Kubota 1140 and love it.
Posted by wickowick
Head of Island
Member since Dec 2006
45793 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 10:15 am to
quote:

I think he might not be describing a fancy shotgun.


He isn't but I can't resist...
Posted by swamplynx
Lake Chuck
Member since Oct 2014
1239 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 10:26 am to
I bought a Can Am Maverick about a year ago. I love it, but if I had to do it again, I'd go either a Ranger or Defender. Something a little more utilitarian and can easily fit my kids.
Posted by Bawcephus
Member since Jul 2018
2747 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 10:28 am to
If you don't care about being flashy or going fast, a Mule is hard to beat.
Posted by way_south
Member since Jul 2017
810 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 10:29 am to
I bought a used Viking. I have been looking for a long time, not in a big hurry, and when this one came up I knew I was buying. Owned by an old guy for getting around on his property, 120 hours, didn't look like it had ever been in mud or water, original tires, etc. Perfect UTV and half the price of new.
Posted by TigerAxeOK
Where I lay my head is home.
Member since Dec 2016
24649 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 10:51 am to
I have had a Viking VI Ranch Edition for just over a year. Tough as nails and absolutely bulletproof for the applications you're describing. Most comfortable ride on the market, and a three seater is produced if you've no need for the six seats.

Posted by jgthunt
Walker
Member since Feb 2010
2457 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 11:12 am to
I've had a mule 4010 and currently have a ranger 900xp. I have no complaints about either. I like the power of the ranger compared to the mule, but the mule is hard to beat for price.
Posted by Enos Burdette
Atlanta, Georgia
Member since Dec 2019
693 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 11:14 am to
Honda, Polaris, Can Am all make good machines. Deere and Kubota are good for work but not as zippy on the trail. Drive them all and see what you like best, look at the dealer, and weigh the finance options vs. price.
Posted by pdubya76
Sw Ms
Member since Mar 2012
5956 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 11:29 am to
The Mule and Kubota RTV are for working . I’ve had my RTV 500 since 2009 and it’s been great. It’s slow and heavy but it’s reliable and will get the job done. I hope to have it for many more years. I use it to ride the trails at home, haul seed/tools, pull a small trailer, and other general chores. It can take some mud but I try to avoid that. It’s not built like the Rangers, can am, etc. Just look at the frame and suspension and you’ll see the difference.
Posted by RichJ
The Land of the CoonAss
Member since Nov 2016
3113 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 11:40 am to
I have a 2008 Kawasaki Teryx NRA Ed. Other than routine servicing, a couple water temp/fan switch sensors, and a set of tires, has been absolutely bulletproof. Only 2 seats, engine in between (gets warm in summer), smallish dump bed, but fast as a whip. Governed to 50 mph, but takes little time to get there
Posted by lsufan1971
Zachary
Member since Nov 2003
18112 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 12:23 pm to
I have a 2020 Ranger XP1000 EPS. Had an O2 sensor go out in first 6 months. Had rats chew through wires twice that put bike in limp mode. Apparently the wires are soy based that attracts rats. Other than that it’s been solid. Upgraded from a 2015 Ranger. Better ride, turning radius, and power. FYI upgrade the headlights to LED. It’s $40 and will be best money you spend.
Posted by Nado Jenkins83
Land of the Free
Member since Nov 2012
59586 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 2:53 pm to
Vikings are awesome. I'm still partial to the Kawasaki Teryx
Posted by animalcracker
Member since Oct 2010
1930 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 4:22 pm to
Yamaha either the viking or wolverine.
Posted by skullraker
Slidell
Member since Aug 2010
385 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 4:39 pm to
Honda Pioneer. My buddy has a 1000 with back seats and he bought a 500 last season. That lil 500 is Pimp. Like a 4 wheeler footprint, but side by side. Can really get is tight spots with that thing. If I had an extra $8K laying around, no doubt, I would get the 500 Pioneer.
Posted by X123F45
Member since Apr 2015
27347 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 5:01 pm to
I'm selling a 5 fully loaded for 8200.

Power steering and all.
Posted by lv2bowhntAU
God's Country,a.k.a N. Alabama
Member since Jan 2011
3300 posts
Posted on 5/22/20 at 6:40 pm to
I went from a 800 Ranger to a 6 seater Viking and now into a 2020 1000XP Ranger Crew. I really liked the Viking in every aspect except that it is noticeably underpowered for a machine that size. I never really knew how bad until I test drove a 1000XP Ranger crewcab. The difference is night and day. I can't knock the viking in any other way than that. Ranger or Viking either one will be a good solid ride that will serve your purpose
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