We go riding every other weekend at the albany sand dunes...and i drive my friends lightly modded 300ex. But its getting close to time to get my own wheeler, and i want to get a good dune machine, with more power and acceleration then the 300...any suggestions?

 

Go with a Bombardier DS650...you won't regret it![img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif[/img]

 

A Bomb would be a good choice (It's a bit heavy though) but a raptor is also a great choice & you can't forget the long time sand king the BanShee!!

 

get either the best duner the banshee and if not the rap and if not that the ds

 

Banshee no doubt about it.

$$ for $$ you will never be able to get a raptor or ds(or any other four stroke or that matter) to perform like a banshee.

Roostking...

 

The BanShee ruled for a long time but many bikes that are 4 stroke are starting to rule ie raptors, ds , z, kfx, dales, 400exs.
but there is only one bike made for sand the Glamis... the name says it all. The highest reving 4 stroke out.

 

i say you still can't beat the 2 stroke power in the dunes or the mod potential

 

go with a raptor, z400, cdale or even a bomber. if your a talll and big guy youll love the bomb. i like the raptor power but do not like the ride. i love my z400 and with a 440 kit ill have more power than i need. banshees are great but i they arent that reliable compared to a 4-stroke. they dont handle or jump as well either. i dont care what anyone says a 2 stoke breaks alot more than a 4-stroke just about even i know has shee's and they take care of them but something always breaks or they are working on them. but the 2-stroke hit is great hehe.

 

You didn't really define your years of riding/experience, age, weight and height. Stepping up from a 300EX...... with minimal experience, I'd say pick up used 400EX. Good handling decent power and reasonable price. If you want to spend less money, you can get a Warrior. It has less power than a 400EX and doesn't handle quite as nice, but still a decent ATV. Now if If you have access to more money any one of the 4 strokes previously mentioned will work nicely. Also IF your not mechanicaly inclined a 4 stroke is more bullet proof or finicky. Don't be afraid of a Banshee if you can get one as there a blast and right at home in the dunes. I have a Banshee and a Raptor and ride either depending on my mood. If I want relaxing mellow ride I take the Raptor out. While if I'm in the mood for bursts of speed and excitement I ride the Banshee. If the Banshee is maintained it's a reliable machine. My motors a 1989 and it has only needed the top end rebuilt once. I've had no other real pronblems with it. If you have the skill and want a thrill ride get a Banshee.

Rude Dog

 

o lol sorry bout that im 18 been riding atvs since i was 12...im 6'2" 125 lbs...felt kinda funny on the 300 ex too....dont get me wrong its a fun machine to ride...but a little too slow... also im getting into dune riding...gonna go every other weekend to the dunes, so i havent a clue what kinda atv is good for the dunes