Where is the gear shift/lever located on these? Anyone got one and like it? Driving 2 hours tomorrow to check one out---2005 500 XT automatic with 350 miles and plow for $4000. I don't know anything about these but it was recommended by a local shop. They're a little goofy-looking with that step-through design. Good rig? I think the price is good. An old dude owns it. Throwing in 2 helmets too. What should I know?

 

hmmm... u thinkin about the traxter?

 

Yeah, as far as I can tell (did a search for Bombardier 500 XT because that's all I know about it---haven't seen it yet). I am looking for a tool and not a toy. From the info I could find, these things are built like, well, BOMBS. It weighs 150 pounds more than the Suzukis, etc. that I've been looking at.

 

The lady didn't know what it was---it's an Outlander 400XT. I like the looks much better anyway. Heading out for a test drive!

 

Bought it, LOVE it! My first ATV! Bring on the snow! This seems like a really nice solid rig. Maybe some peeps don't like the weight (listed at 694lbs) but I think it will be nicer for plowing. It has a Warn winch and Targa (?) county/state type plow. I put 2 miles on it just tearing around the house. My Bull Terrier thinks it's cool too. I assume/hope it won't be an orphan since Bombardier became Can Am.

 

Sounds like a nice ride enjoy your new bike, may want to change the fluids just to be sure shes ready for some work.
Enjoy

 

Thanks---the wife actually works at the Bomb/Can Am stealership (although she didn't have much tech knowledge of it) and said it was recently serviced. The oil at least looked good (but I'm used to checking a diesel so anything looks good). Battery is fresh too. I guess I'll have to create a signature!