Ive ridden Quads before but would it be better to buy new or used for a first bike, Ive never ridden clutch and I am getting either a 400ex,300ex, or warrior,thanks, also how much cheaper is a new back-year model?

 

for a first, I'd get a used quad. You can get an idea of what it is like and then if you decide to stick with it, you can sell it and go for something bigger and more powerful (if you want). Clutch isn't that bad--just take your time and you'll get used to it. A warrior is also what I got used to a clutch on

 

It is cheaper to buy used....BUT...... be careful. There are alot of used bikes out there that have been beat on pretty good. Just make sure you go over a used bike really well before you buy. Check the oil and air filter, if they're really dirty, then chances are, that regular maintenance on the quad, may have been lacking. Check the frame for cracks. Take someone with you that has experience with ATVs. Ask lots of questions.

 

Ok,well about the reliability wiht used ATV's I dont plan on buying any model older than an 01,also I am 6'0-6'1 230 lbs, WHta would I be better off with 300,400, warrior? and what are good price ranges for each so I know I dont get ripped.Thanks

 

I'd go ahead with the 400ex. good ol' honda reliability, can be found pretty cheap, and wheelie machines

 

You couldn't go wrong with either a 400EXor a warrior. They are both reliable quads. There seems to be several for sale in the auto traders around here. I'd try to get one thats close to stock. That way you won't end up with someone elses problems.

 

where would be the best place ot go about used 400's ebay is out I guess I dont want to pay a fortune in shipping costs, are they high?, any good online clasfieds?

 

try here there are usually plenty on there, and I'm sure local people and dealers have them too...but the dealers would still rip you off, at least most of the time

 

I agree, try to get one that is close to stock(a pipe, K&N with a rejet on the bike wouldn't scare me away from it) Watch the classifieds, traders, etc for your area. It will give you an idea of what quads are going for in your area. I drive my wife crazy, I check the paper every day for quads and trailers. Want to stay up on the market and never know when the great deal will be out there. Lady was going through a divorce and to get back at her soon to be ex-husband, she sold his new Warrior for $1200. First caller at 6am took it. I was the second caller at 7am.

 

buy a used 02, 03 400ex,,,,,,,,,$3000-3500