I am looking to buy my first atv. I have read alot of forums, and done some research. Currently I'm looking at the 2000 Kodiak 2wd and the 2000 Big Bear 2wd. Both have great features. For only $300 more the kodiak has some better features(more towing capacity, disc brakes on rear, etc). I don't know anything about the liquid cooled engine or the automatic feature. I have rode atv's before and I like the ability to shift gears myself.
I was hoping to get some insight on which engine is better, the automatic feature, and so on. Any help with the pros and cons would be greatly appreciated.