Hi all,

I'm thinking of buying a Polaris Phoenix 200 for my 13 year old. I like the the fact that it is fully automatic and right now they are selling them for $ 2600.00 for a new 2005. Or is there another brand anyone would recommend. Thanks in adveance..

Steve

 

Just purchased a phoenix 200. Although not new to ATV's this is the first that I have actually owned. Purchased it for a 13 year old and have ridden it myself. Plenty of power, 40-45 mph capability, shaft drive, and front disks are all that we needed. Already kicked it up some trails and opened it up full throttle, it felt very sure footed and a well designed ATV compared to the utility style ATV's. Jumps off the line pretty quick for an entry level machine.

 

Thanks for the input. My son is 13 also. I am picking it up on Friday....

 

I know he is only 13 but, I'd consider a Trailblazer 250 because it's fully automatic as well and it would last him a lot longer (as far as not having enuff power) than the Phoenix.

 

I think your right. This is driving me nuts. I'm going to call the dealer today and talk to him...

Thanks for your help.

 

I have a 11 yr old daughter and 12 year old son the Phoenix I have had no probs great starter bike plenty of power for them but look at the new ds 250 bombadier liquid cooled the daughter will ride the Phoenix son will get the DS in a few months......good luck!

 

Thanks. I think I am sticking with the Phoenix. I think it's the best options as far as starter Quads go...