Undecided need advice
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Undecided need advice
Would you buy a 2013 Honda 420 Rancher AT 4x4 with power steering , EFI , IRS heated grips and gun rack, in camo w 230 miles no warranty on it for 6900.00
Or a New 2014 Grizzley 550 EPS 4x4 with power steering, RFI, IRS w 6 month warranty in Red for 7000.00
I like the looks and the size of the Honda and they have a great reputation for durability.I don't like the reverse but I don't think tats a big deal.
I like the Grizzley because of the warranty and the controls ie push button locking dif. Reverse is easier.
I will be using the ATV for Hunting in Colorado.
I would really appreciate you thoughts and advice.
Or a New 2014 Grizzley 550 EPS 4x4 with power steering, RFI, IRS w 6 month warranty in Red for 7000.00
I like the looks and the size of the Honda and they have a great reputation for durability.I don't like the reverse but I don't think tats a big deal.
I like the Grizzley because of the warranty and the controls ie push button locking dif. Reverse is easier.
I will be using the ATV for Hunting in Colorado.
I would really appreciate you thoughts and advice.
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My reply is biased, as I own a Grizzly, but I would take the Grizzly over the Rancher. I got to try out a Rancher 420 a little over a week ago so I have been on one. My Grizzly is a 700 but most that have the 550 report it is not that much slower or less torquey than a 700.
I didn't care all that much for the Rancher's ES when compared to how easy the Grizzly's CVT is to use. Both are considered reliable machines so I wouldn't let the minimal miles on the Rancher be a deciding point.
EDIT: my mistake... I rode a Rancher 420 ES (electric shift) which is not the same as you have listed. Although, same decision with the Grizzly but again biased. You might consider looking at the new Yamaha Kodiak.
I didn't care all that much for the Rancher's ES when compared to how easy the Grizzly's CVT is to use. Both are considered reliable machines so I wouldn't let the minimal miles on the Rancher be a deciding point.
EDIT: my mistake... I rode a Rancher 420 ES (electric shift) which is not the same as you have listed. Although, same decision with the Grizzly but again biased. You might consider looking at the new Yamaha Kodiak.
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As well, I wouldn't buy anything that wasn't EFI. Yes, you can re-jet a carb for altitude but with EFI available, who cares.
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I decided to pass on the Rancher. I don't think it shifts past 3rd gear and it should have 5. I'm Going to take some more time before I buy. I am learning more each day and and want to make the best decision. I am going to look more closely at the Kodiak because I am hearing it is a really great value.
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If you want ride comfort go with whichever machine has IRS. Been on the Grizzly 550 and the Rancher 420. Grizzly would get my vote hands down. Much more powerful, more ground clearance, good reliable ride. At 6'3" the Rancher was pretty cramped for me. The Grizzly I tried out was a much better fit. A 2013 Rancher has a limited slip differential in the front. Not as good as a quad like the Grizzly that has a way you can fully lock the front diff.
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