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Old 03-08-2016 | 07:05 AM
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Hello all!

I've been looking into buying an ATV for hunting because using a 98' Yamaha Warrior just isn't cutting it anymore to get game out of the woods.

What are yalls opinions about the Polaris Sportsman 570 and the Can Am L Max? Both look like really similar machines. I hunt a lot in NH which for the most part is pretty thick woods (for those unfamiliar with the North East). However the trails I'd be taking to get to where I am hunting are all heavy terrain filled with huge rocks and some pretty steep inclines.

My biggest concern is the capacity of the rear suspension on the machines.

Also, what are some common issues folks run into with these machines and how long until the issues show up?

I look forward to reading everyones $.02!

Cheers!
Mike
 
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Old 03-08-2016 | 09:40 AM
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i dont ride eater but from what i have see it would be the can am all the way. I ride with a few sportsman that size and a few things i do not like about them. The battery is in the worst location ever made its just asking for trouble. Also with their soft suspension they seem pretty unstable. Iv watched a few guys roll them in areas that no one else had issues with. Their ground clearance # is false as well. My AC has much more ground clearance and they both spec the same from the factory
 
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Old 03-08-2016 | 11:38 AM
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"The battery is in the worst location ever made its just asking for trouble." I haven't heard of anyone having a problem with one yet. I don't own either one so I can't say which is the best.
 
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Old 03-08-2016 | 12:20 PM
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The batter is mounted low behind front diff. Iv seen way to many times sticks and crap getting jammed in their. All it takes is 1 in the right place.
 
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Old 03-08-2016 | 12:44 PM
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I think either one would be a good choice. The new Sportsman 450 HO is a little less expensive than the 570 and it has the same 567cc engine, just tuned to make more low end power. I think even the Outlander 450L has plenty of power if you want to look at the L models. The Yamaha Kodiak 700 is another one I'd consider but the price will be a little higher. I like the Yamaha and Can-Am L models steel racks as opposed to the composite racks Polaris has. It just seems easier to secure cargo on steel racks. The Polaris models have the box under the front rack though, that's really nice. Lots of waterproof storage there.
 
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Old 03-09-2016 | 08:59 AM
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Jumbofrank and Zrock thank you both for the input. I'll keep the battery in mind as I go and check out some Sportsmans.

Greg, I hadn't considered going down in CC but you do raise a very valid point. The lower end may be more necessary because I'll be dealing with a ton of steep inclines and can use that torque. I did not know/realize that Polaris used composite racks, kind of a concern. Do they tend to warp easy?
 
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Old 03-09-2016 | 10:45 AM
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Son had a Renegade 500 cc during the time I had a Sportsman X2 500. The single cylinder Sportsman had a much torquier feel to it while the Renegade 500 cc had a lot more zip. In the rocks I preferred the Sportsman. The Renegade had a higher top end though for more high speed fun, especially in winter riding. A lot of people with Sportsmans don't ever change the spring settings. Can have a stiff enough ride for most people if you crank up the adjuster. The 570 has a lot more power than my older 500 had. So that negates a lot of the speed argument. I also loved the on board storage that Polaris machines have. Carried a lot of stuff under there. I'm not as impressed with the Can-Am L models. The tires are awful. Maybe have a 1/2" of tread on them. Looks to be one of the items that they cut cost on. Love the Can-Am Rotax engines. Great sound, fun power. A Rotax 500 class will keep up with most 700 class machines. I have a Can-Am Outlander Max. I like it a lot but would actually prefer the single cylinder Polaris 570 for chores. It's got the power but it's higher up in the rpms since it's a two cylinder machine. If it's mostly work or hunting my nod goes to the Polaris. If it's mostly play, I'd go for the Can-Am.
 
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Old 03-09-2016 | 11:40 AM
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Moose,

Great input. My biggest concern is power for work. Not too concerned with high speed. It's gonna be used for mostly work and hunting. Only other riding it will get outside of those two things is my fiance riding it but she hates going fast so that's not an issue lol. You had mentioned the storage on the Polaris and that is one thing I am really attracted to. I've used a buddies Honda Foremen for hunting and that was my biggest issue with it. The machine ran great, had plenty of power, but the storage just wasn't there.
 
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Old 03-09-2016 | 12:48 PM
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The Polaris racks seem to be pretty tough. I just prefer steel as steel will never break. But plastic doesn't rust. The storage on the Polaris seems to be more than anyone else though. Under the front rack, its as if you have a built in toolbox. Can-Am has some storage under the rear rack too but not as much. The Polaris 570 engine has more low end than the Can-Am 500(now 570) because the Can-am is a v-twin. The Can-Am has more top end speed but that's not really that important to you and the Polaris is no slouch there, about 65 mph for the single seater 570, maybe slightly less for the heavier 2 up version. Best way to determine which one you like better is to test ride both of them with your fiance. Comfort is important too, especially for your passenger. Then pick out the one she likes best lol.
 
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Old 03-09-2016 | 12:56 PM
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Greg, you got me laughing man. It's true, the real deciding factor is gonna be lady. The hell with which one I like better and suits my needs. Speaking of which, another concern I had was the size of these machines. Is power steering a must for these? or are they pretty easy to handle. I've never road a machine with the dimensions of these monsters. If I remember correctly they were around 7' long, 4 ft tall, 4 ft wide (as per manufacturer/website). Definitely a bulky bike! I'm sure I would have no problem steering it but my fiance I'm afraid might. But then again we're back to test driving them haha. Any opinion? At least I'll be able to warn her.
 


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