I work with a 4-H ATV safety program and we are looking to purchase a 90 to use as a demo and for some classes we are doing.....many have suggested we purchase a Chinese-made youth ATV but I am sorta skeptical just because of some of the problems I have heard about. I would much rather have an older reliable model that I could get parts for when needed. Just wanted to check general opinion. I've read these boards for while just now joined since I had a specific question

Any advice or help would be GREATLY appreciated!



Side note: A local guy is trying to sell me a 84 Yamaha 90 that bored out to a 110 for $400...deal or no deal??

 

how old are the kids in this program? id' stay away from 24 year old quad "no deal"

 

Most of the kids in our program will be between 8 and 15...with our safety class we do have to follow the size requirements when the kids ride. I have access to a 50 and a 125 for class. I have really no more than $650 to spend on a 90. So I'm exploring the options of a Chinese model or finding a older used one for sale.

 

i would not recommend a chinese 90cc for the age group of 8-15 year olds, the chinese 90cc are made for the age group of 6-8 years olds because of the size, for your age group look at the v-bike 110CC-H made by taotao. this atv will suit your propose well, it is bigger, has a fully automatic transmission, 12 month warranty, remote engine stop, and so force. price is $660 delivered. i've seen dealers advertise these on graigslist for $599. here's a linkText

 

Thanks for your help....I also have found a UM 90 brand new that I'm trying to buy for 350

 

I've seen alot of LT80's go for 500 bucks and less on ebay.

 

An LT80 would be better than some chinese junker. Im sure you want this quad to last more than one season.

 

While the LT80 would be a good choice, per the CPSC guidelines that he has to follow, it will be too big for any of the under 12 age group.

I always recommend buying a used name brand over a new Chineese, but given his budget I think he made the right (ie, only) choice.

Jaybee