Need help here.
2 good machines.

Is the XT faster and more stable. I am thinking of getting the Cat but still researching as I want to make sure. I know they are the 2 best reliable, tough, working quads out there, but there are things I like about the 2. Traxter has locking front end, really heavy duty, the Cat is independant, build solid. Just don't want any problems with the rear end squashing from weight or work. The traxter is a pack mule but is the AC.
My father inlaw has the XT, and I have a grizz 600 right now so for fire riding I lead and thats the way I like it. I don't want him pulling up to me and passing me, I won't hear the end of it. Can the AC stay with a Traxter XT. It's top end is around 54-55mph. The traxter has a rough ride but it can be loaded up and not break, what about the AC 500i manual, can it.
How is the gas mileage too on it, how many miles are you getting per tank.
Thanks