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Best 4x4 utility for me?
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Posted by: USMCSKI

Hey folks...I have had a raptor 660 and a 400ex in the past but I am thinking of getting a 4x4 quad now....dont need to go fast anymore just want to be able to go anywhere. Anyhow..I am 601" and weigh in at 255 lbs. What would be a good overall 4x4 quad for someone my size? I am looking to spend about $4000...so used is an option.

Posted by: stuntin andy

ummm a grizzley would b awsome for you it had bacically the same motor as a rapter an they are awwssoommee...ive never seen one stuck

Posted by: gbcap

i love my grizzly. the newer 700's are way more then 4k even used.

a 660 is still a solid machine and is in the 4k price range.

i would def get something with IRS for the better ride. if you don't plan on going faster the only benifit to a solid axle in the rear is the price. they are normally cheaper.

Posted by: USMCSKI

OK...I just raised my spending limit....have been looking at the Kawi BF, Yama Grizzley, Polaris Sportsman 500 and the hondas....I think dollar for dollar I would get the most bang for my buck out of the polaris but, I have never owned one....are they any good?

Posted by: stuntin andy

ive never owned one also but i herd that thry are some junk... something about the frames...

Posted by: wreckedred400

i have a prairie 700 for sale asking 4200 great all round bike handles pretty well, lots of power

Posted by: dyla518

hey i got a 2005 Yamaha bruin 350 4x4 that im selling. it has a plow and a 300lb winch. it will make it through any mud and is powerful. if you want email me back im am looking to get about 3900 but i am negotiable.

Posted by: desertdweller

The '08 yamaha grizzly 700 FI EPS Is by far the best atv 4x on the market. I look at all of them and researched for over 6 months before I purchesed. I like both Honda,Polaris,and CanAm, but for the most bang for the buck with features,options,and accessories Yamaha's Grizzly 700 take the lead. I've been out in the low and high desert from wash to rock filled trails and in most cases only needed the 4x on the worst of them. But when you engage it the whole trail is yours to concour. It's incredible what I could do. I do recommend investing in shield as the stock plastic cover won't protect the under side much. The only draw back to this atv would have to be the operator, yup! ME.

Posted by: gipsy

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Originally posted by USMCSKI
Hey folks...I have had a raptor 660 and a 400ex in the past but I am thinking of getting a 4x4 quad now....dont need to go fast anymore just want to be able to go anywhere. Anyhow..I am 601" and weigh in at 255 lbs. What would be a good overall 4x4 quad for someone my size? I am looking to spend about $4000...so used is an option.

It seems that you're looking for a arctic cat: 1050 lb. towing capacity, diff lock, duramatic belt, 12" clearance. This quad helps me work hard and it ride very well : max speed 90 kmh, 10" suspension. Have 1700 km on and zero problems (i'm very hard rider, 200 lbs.).

Posted by: 400exrider69

The best $ for $ is the polaris sportsman they make good power i would probly pipe one to get use of the most power. they can handle abuse
a freind bought an 08 and with me and him on it a branch we measured 9ft in the air could hit me if i didn't duck and i watched him hit that same jump landing on flat ground o idk about 100 times rolled fliped up down around on hills it still runs just needs a new key slot after all the abuse

Posted by: coolrunnings

Go for the grizzly, I just got a pair of grizz 550's ad they are wonderful, I test drove everything and fell in love withthe ultra smooth grizz.

Posted by: PoLaRiS.5oo.Ho

I recommend polaris sportsman 500HO because it is the best $5,700 you could spend for a front diff locking atv if your a mudder like me.

( was i too hard on my 500 Ho.)

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Posted by: coolrunnings

Actually the suzuki king quad is the way to go.

Posted by: PoLaRiS.5oo.Ho

Can-Am ,Polaris ,Or Yamaha would be your best bet.

Posted by: coolrunnings

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Originally posted by PoLaRiS.5oo.Ho
Can-Am ,Polaris ,Or Yamaha would be your best bet.

Whats wrong with the king quad? They get awesome reviews.

Posted by: ECHILD

i really liked the polaris 700 sportsman...i felt like i could go though anything.i stored one last winter for a buddie.there was no snow that could stop me....he got his for 3000.00 (found a guy that was hurting for money)