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...

E

 

1. A warn 4 2 4 kit will allow you to be rear wheel drive only

2. I ride a warrior and it fits well, you just might grow out of the power.

3. I doubt it...

 

Thanks! Any other suggestions for me to look at?

E

 

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 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.

 

Have you considered any other machines or brands??????

 

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!

E

 

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.

 

Thanks for the responses ! Keep em coming...

E

 

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.