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sharkman Member
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That is really true with Honda. They need to do some serious catching up on technology. Right now they're counting on their reputation to sell their machines. Don't get me wrong, as far as dependability goes, they're second to none, but they need to make some serious upgrades. They lack the power and good suspension of about anything else out there, but they still would make a good first machine. I've had a lot of riding experience, and I would still consider buying one. Their sport quads are awesome, especially the 450, second only maybe to the Yahaha 450.
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Korn Member
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I went to the yamaha dealer the other day and told them to give me a call whenever they get a grizzly in. I think im gonna end up getting the grizzly 350 or 400.
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sharkman Member
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That's should be a good sized machine for you as a 1st ATV. 2 of my neighbors have Yamaha 350's, and they like them. I think the 350 comes in both straight axle and IRS options. I would definately get a machine with IRS, and get an auto.
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KC6830 Member
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SM- I already suggested that, but I think he is convinced he wants a manual, and is unconcerned about the rear suspension. I recently went from a Honda Rubicon to a Grizzly 700, man, what a difference! KC
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sharkman Member
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The Cat I have now is the first IRS wheeler I've ever owned, and also the first auto for me. Now that I see how much better the IRS is, and how much better I like the auto, I'll never go back to a straight rear axle, or to a manual (unless I ever buy a sport quad), but that is a totally different situation. For a utility quad, IRS and auto are the only way to go for me.
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Korn Member
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I would like to get a manual with IRS... But cant find any like that. I like the eiger 400... But the grizzly 350 has everything i want except its automatic. Last edited on Wed Jan 31st, 2007 07:53 pm by Korn |
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Caliban Member
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I would highly recommend the Grizzly 450 (used to be the Kodiak). Also, go ahead & get the IRS bike if you can, NO comparison to ride. They can be slid around, not quite as much as a straight axle bike, it's just a different riding style. If you're learning, you'll learn the what the new bike is gonna want from you the rider. I rode a Kodiak 450 for a bit before I bought my Outty. It went EVERYWHERE the Grizzlies & KQ's that I ride with went. Not quite as fast, not quite as quick, but it got there. The big bikes could run off if they were running full tilt, but anything less than 75% effort on their part & the little cub kept right up with them. I'm seriously considering a 450 Grizz for a second bike for the wife. I'd rate it an advanced 1st bike. Very capable & not SO powerful that it'll get you into trouble with the throttle.
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KC6830 Member
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What Caliban Said!!!
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outlandish AWF Admin 
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Korn wrote: I would like to get a manual with IRS... But cant find any like that. I like the eiger 400... But the grizzly 350 has everything i want except its automatic. Yamaha gave the Big Bear an independent rear but kepy the manual tranny......Tough as nails and $5600 http://www.yamaha-motor.com/outdoor/products/modelfeatures/537/0/features.aspx
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outlandish wrote: Korn wrote:I would like to get a manual with IRS... But cant find any like that. I like the eiger 400... But the grizzly 350 has everything i want except its automatic. Definately a solid ATV! Would be a great choice for a 1st time ATV buyer!
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duramaximizer Member
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The problem I see with polaris is that they are too heavy, and not near as durable as they should be for the ammount that they weigh. They also burn a lot of belts, which won't happen on a suzuki or yamaha because of the design. (not saying never, but extremely less likely.) I have a 450 kodiak, and it just isn't big enough for me at 6'2" and 23X. I need more knee room and a bigger machine. I am looking at a 700 right now. Do yourself a favor and save plunty and buy the machine that will fit your needs for a long time. What makes me mad is I have an 06....I paid tax on it, just to turn around and pay more tax on another machine later on. That amounts to $$$, that you could have put torwards a different machine. Not to mention I paid cash, you could be paying for something that in 1-2 years is not worth what you have left to pay..... not likely but still. If you are anywhere close to ohio...I may have an atv to sell you.
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