2005 Yamaha Wolverine is it worth it?
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2005 Yamaha Wolverine is it worth it?
Hi Everyone! Thanks for reading this post!
I am looking for an ATV to ride on all terrain types. Something powerful enough that I won't out grow too fast.
I would like to have the best of both worlds regarding 4wd/2wd, in other words, I want to be able to have the fun factor of 2wd and the traction factor of 4wd(riding in the snow).
I am 5'8" 165 and regarding experience... I have at least ten years from sizes 110 up to 300's. I haven't ridden in a few years due to joining the Army and other life events, but I have the itch again.
So ... I like what the Wolverine has to offer but I am questioning a few things...
1. full time 4wd? I am not sure I want to sacrifice the "fun factor" of 2wd.
2. Size... I am thinking that I need to stay in the 400 range.
3. Is the wolverine going to be discontinued?
So what would you recommend?
Thanks for the help...
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I am looking for an ATV to ride on all terrain types. Something powerful enough that I won't out grow too fast.
I would like to have the best of both worlds regarding 4wd/2wd, in other words, I want to be able to have the fun factor of 2wd and the traction factor of 4wd(riding in the snow).
I am 5'8" 165 and regarding experience... I have at least ten years from sizes 110 up to 300's. I haven't ridden in a few years due to joining the Army and other life events, but I have the itch again.
So ... I like what the Wolverine has to offer but I am questioning a few things...
1. full time 4wd? I am not sure I want to sacrifice the "fun factor" of 2wd.
2. Size... I am thinking that I need to stay in the 400 range.
3. Is the wolverine going to be discontinued?
So what would you recommend?
Thanks for the help...
E
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2005 Yamaha Wolverine is it worth it?
The Raptor 350 replaced the Warrior
The Bruin 350 is might what you want too. it looks better, better suspension and cheaper (by $300). But you really must just go to the dealer and ask if you could ride them a little bit and see which one you like the best
The Bruin 350 is might what you want too. it looks better, better suspension and cheaper (by $300). But you really must just go to the dealer and ask if you could ride them a little bit and see which one you like the best
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2005 Yamaha Wolverine is it worth it?
The Wolverine has many mods you can do if you start to "grow" out of it. I am 22 years old and weight 240 and I still love the hell out of my wolverine. I do have a pipe, jet kit, and filter which helped immensely, but the best single mod is definitely the 424 select for about $200, makes it alot more sporty. The bruin is a good machine if you are more work oriented, but it sounds like you are more in to recreational riding in which the wolverine is way more fun all year round.
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2005 Yamaha Wolverine is it worth it?
You ALL are great, thanks for the responses!
I am going to probably go with the Wolvie; however, I am looking at a Polaris Scram 500HO for additional fun!
What are your thoughts on the Scrambler 500? Anyone, anyone... I have always ridden Yamaha and Hondas although I know Polaris has been around in the Snow market for a long time...
Give me a shout back!
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I am going to probably go with the Wolvie; however, I am looking at a Polaris Scram 500HO for additional fun!
What are your thoughts on the Scrambler 500? Anyone, anyone... I have always ridden Yamaha and Hondas although I know Polaris has been around in the Snow market for a long time...
Give me a shout back!
E
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2005 Yamaha Wolverine is it worth it?
The Scrambler is an awsome machine. I would suggest you take both out for a test ride and decide for yourself. But here are some rhings to take into consideration.
500cc liqid cooled 4 stroke vs 350cc oil cooled 4 stroke.
Selectable 2/4wd with TRUE 4wd vs full time 4wd with a limited slip front
Tuneable Polaris CVT vs auto clutch 5 speed
Chain drive in the rear for more sprty feel with shaft drive up front vs all shaft drive
And it has a lot better suspension that the wolvy.
500cc liqid cooled 4 stroke vs 350cc oil cooled 4 stroke.
Selectable 2/4wd with TRUE 4wd vs full time 4wd with a limited slip front
Tuneable Polaris CVT vs auto clutch 5 speed
Chain drive in the rear for more sprty feel with shaft drive up front vs all shaft drive
And it has a lot better suspension that the wolvy.
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2005 Yamaha Wolverine is it worth it?
It depends on what kind of riding you plan on doing, because I considered the scrambler before I bought the wolverine as well. The Scrambler weighs significantly more, has a lot lower ground clearance, is only offered in auto, and compared to the wolverine it is known to break down quite a bit more. I personally prefer shaft drive to chain, but that is just me. As far as 2wd/4wd select on the wolvie, it can be taken for about $200 and an hour of your time with the Warn 424 select. Once again it depends what is important to each rider. The scrambler is definitely faster, but from people I have known, talked to, and read about the wolverine is more reliable and a blast to ride, just not quite as fast. It is easy to throw a pipe, filter, and jet kit on though, really wakes it up. I don't want to **** off scrambler riders because as I said, I was strongly considering it as well, just that the wolvie suited my wants better.