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4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 12:01 pm
by markiver54
I know many here own one or more.
I bought mine used back in '03 for bear hunting. It was used by about 2 1/2 years.
2000 model Polaris Sportsman 500. Has been a real work horse for me. Pretty old now, but still going strong. A little routine maintenance along the way as expected.
What do you own and how do you like it?
What is it's primary use for you, etc.
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 12:15 pm
by cooperhawk
Good job Mark. Mine is a lowly Yard Sport 200. It has a dump box on the back and a winch on the front. It is not 4 wheel drive, but with tire chains it will go through some pretty heavy snow. We use it all year round to get the mail, haul firewood, entertain grand kids. Had it for five years now and no problems at all.
It was when they discovered I had an anurism that my Wife decided that I should not be carrying an outboard motor down the hill to the lake and back up in the Fall, and suggested I purchase one. I also have two Ford tractors, but they're a little too big for the lake trail.
I have two small trailers that I tow behind it and use it to haul rock to patch pot holes in the driveway. I also haul landscape material with it.
Pretty handy.
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 12:38 pm
by Mags
Does a 4x2 John Deere Gator count? In drive lock, 4 wheels drive.
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 12:46 pm
by RanchRoper
Only ever had my 4x4 stuck once...buried in a bog right to her shoulders....she was not impressed, but never held it against me...RIP Magic.
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Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 12:48 pm
by RanchRoper
Those Gators are cool, we put tracks on one at the big ranch years ago. Good in the snow until the track fell of about 4 hrs from the ranch....
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 12:55 pm
by BigAl52
I have 2 an Arctic Cat 700 XT has some wider rims and better tires on it. I also have a Polaris 570 with that auto braking for downhill riding. Cat is 2015 and Polaris is 2016.
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I like the Cat better than the Polaris. I bought the Polaris for my wife its hardly been used. I bought Polaris used and got a great price on it. Bought the Cat as a left over and big price discount on it as well.
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 12:59 pm
by Mags
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Not familiar with ones with tracks. I've had chain jumps off the drive gear. Fortunately that's easy to get back on in the field. Like putting bicycle chain back on. We use the gator in place of a wheel barrow. Works really good for that. Hauled weeds, firewood, rock, dirt, tree trimmings, weed sprayer tank, etc.
RanchRoper wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 12:48 pm
Those Gators are cool, we put tracks on one at the big ranch years ago. Good in the snow until the track fell of about 4 hrs from the ranch....
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 1:22 pm
by Vaquero
RanchRoper wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 12:46 pm
Only ever had my 4x4 stuck once...buried in a bog right to her shoulders....she was not impressed, but never held it against me...RIP Magic.
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Nice.
RIP Magic.
RP
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 3:53 pm
by bandit1250
I still have my Suzuki 500 Vinson I bought new in 2007. I bought the manual shift model. I mostly ride in snow and plow with it. It has never been in mud since the day I brought it home. I can't stand mud up under every thing and almost have to take them apart to get them clean again. Here is mine with the tires and wheels I run in the winter. I have the factory aluminum wheels and tires I run in the other seasons. 12 years old and less than 900 miles on it. I added a 2500 Warn winch and the factory Suzuki bumpers, shock covers, rifle scabbard and have front and rear bags for when my wife and I go up to the mountain.
I like going out after a new snow with it being so quiet and peaceful up on the mountain. Never know what you may see up there. Factory wheels on it in this picture.
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 4:37 pm
by markiver54
Mags wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 12:38 pm
Does a 4x2 John Deere Gator count? In drive lock, 4 wheels drive.
Absolutely Mags!! Gators are great machines!
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 4:41 pm
by markiver54
BigAl52 wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 12:55 pm
I have 2 an Arctic Cat 700 XT has some wider rims and better tires on it. I also have a Polaris 570 with that auto braking for downhill riding. Cat is 2015 and Polaris is 2016.
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I like the Cat better than the Polaris. I bought the Polaris for my wife its hardly been used. I bought Polaris used and got a great price on it. Bought the Cat as a left over and big price discount on it as well.
Nice Al,
Been looking at a 570. Even as old as mine is, it does have the engine braking.
What I need now though is power steering!
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 6:34 pm
by Vaquero
Here it is
RP
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 6:52 pm
by markiver54
How's that scooter in the snow Vaquero?...mine sux.
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 8:04 pm
by BigAl52
markiver54 wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 4:41 pm
BigAl52 wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 12:55 pm
I have 2 an Arctic Cat 700 XT has some wider rims and better tires on it. I also have a Polaris 570 with that auto braking for downhill riding. Cat is 2015 and Polaris is 2016.
IMG_0719.JPG
20161126_220848647_iOS (1) 2.JPG
I like the Cat better than the Polaris. I bought the Polaris for my wife its hardly been used. I bought Polaris used and got a great price on it. Bought the Cat as a left over and big price discount on it as well.
Nice Al,
Been looking at a 570. Even as old as mine is, it does have the engine braking.
What I need now though is power steering!
Both of mine have the power steering Mark. I thought at first what the heck do I need power steering on a 4 wheeler for. I know now. And I would not buy one without it.
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 8:08 pm
by Vaquero
markiver54 wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 6:52 pm
How's that scooter in the snow Vaquero?...mine sux.
Don't know Mark as I've not ventured out onto any.
Bad enough in a little wet grass.
RP
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 8:51 pm
by markiver54
BigAl52 wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 8:04 pm
markiver54 wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 4:41 pm
BigAl52 wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 12:55 pm
I have 2 an Arctic Cat 700 XT has some wider rims and better tires on it. I also have a Polaris 570 with that auto braking for downhill riding. Cat is 2015 and Polaris is 2016.
IMG_0719.JPG
20161126_220848647_iOS (1) 2.JPG
I like the Cat better than the Polaris. I bought the Polaris for my wife its hardly been used. I bought Polaris used and got a great price on it. Bought the Cat as a left over and big price discount on it as well.
Nice Al,
Been looking at a 570. Even as old as mine is, it does have the engine braking.
What I need now though is power steering!
Both of mine have the power steering Mark. I thought at first what the heck do I need power steering on a 4 wheeler for. I know now. And I would not buy one without it.
Yes, used to not notice it much Al, but now I surely do!
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 9:08 pm
by markiver54
bandit1250 wrote: ↑Sat May 18, 2019 3:53 pm
I still have my Suzuki 500 Vinson I bought new in 2007. I bought the manual shift model. I mostly ride in snow and plow with it. It has never been in mud since the day I brought it home. I can't stand mud up under every thing and almost have to take them apart to get them clean again. Here is mine with the tires and wheels I run in the winter. I have the factory aluminum wheels and tires I run in the other seasons. 12 years old and less than 900 miles on it. I added a 2500 Warn winch and the factory Suzuki bumpers, shock covers, rifle scabbard and have front and rear bags for when my wife and I go up to the mountain.
I like going out after a new snow with it being so quiet and peaceful up on the mountain. Never know what you may see up there. Factory wheels on it in this picture.
I absolutely understand and have experienced the peaceful ride in the snow up the mountain...love it!
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 9:59 am
by markiver54
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Only pic I have at the moment. Posted anyway cause it also shows where I do some of my shooting.
The old Polaris has a 2 " ball. I sometimes pull my 20 cu ft off road trailer behind it for chores. Great for hauling big game as well.
The trailer has 20" of clearance for rough trails. 20" Led light bar on the front and 8" Led backup on rear.
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 10:41 am
by BigAl52
Those 570 Polaris engines run really good. I like that machine but the Cat is made in the USA and it handles good and rides really nice. The 700 engines are made in Minnesota and are a very good engine. Has alot of torque.
Re: 4-Wheelers
Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 10:50 am
by markiver54
BigAl52 wrote: ↑Sun May 19, 2019 10:41 am
Those 570 Polaris engines run really good. I like that machine but the Cat is made in the USA and it handles good and rides really nice. The 700 engines are made in Minnesota and are a very good engine. Has alot of torque.
Will have to take a look at those Cats, ( not that I can afford it yet ). I would then keep the Polaris for visitors.