Let's be honest, here. Wjile the Rubicon just barely beat the standard SP500, the HO just barely beat the Rubicon, as well. As a matter of fact, they commented on the fact that a non-IRS bike kept so close to the IRS Polaris's.
Another thing that I don't understand is the knock on the Rubicon's front end. 3-wheel drive? I've had both wheels in the air, and the other one was turning. I think this is the Honda version of Polaris's belt slippage complaint (mostly hot air). They only thing to do is ride them both. Whichever one makes your heart sing, and your head daydream of long rides and fun times, that's the one to buy. Otherwise, it's all subjective.

 

Only three things matter when evaluation of a quad? Wake up to reality, a person would be crazy to only consider those mentioned.

Some people might only look at the three things not me. The whole quad gets looked at all the details. There is no doubt the Sportsman is a very good quad, but its doesn't fit everyones needs.

The only thing you will get Honda & Polaris riders to agree on is that their ride is the best.

Lucky for us this is still a free country where we can CHOOSE which brand we want.