I just bought a 2001 220 bayou for my kid and was wundering how everyone likes there's, or dislikes there's. Thanks Tim

2000 Grizzly
2001 220 bayou

 

We have a 1999 220 very reliable. Very good first machine. you should be satisfied with yuor deciscion. Good Luck

 

I own a '97 model (purchased new) and have been very pleased with it. It has never failed me while hunting, save only once when I sunk it four feet of water with a 100 pound pig strapped to the front rack. Later that day after several oil changes it still continues to run like new.

It tends to have a soft ride for those who like a more sporty ride but suits older (42) folks like me just fine.

My only regret is not spending the extra bucks for the Bayou 300 with more horsepower and dual-mode differential. But then, I've never had to leave anything (deer, hogs or gear) behind either.

You can spend a lot more and get a reliable ATV, but then why should you.

 

Extremely good quad. Has never broken down once and it is a 92. (always starts easily) It goes through extreme abuse, and it still runs like a champ. It is a very good quad to choose. It is very reliable. Even if you do have any problems, it is so basic that you can fix it yourself. "that's all I have to say about that"

 

I own a 96 Bayou 220 and I've took it through hel* and back and it's still runnin like it was when I bought it.

 

Bought a 92 Kawie 220 back in 98 or 99 was like new old man owned it to pick up sticks and its been to h_ll and back many times i have beat the livin h_ll of it and never has it ever broke down on me or have I ever had to do anything but change oil and tires. Have buried it one time in the mud only when i had bald tires one

Redneck, Minnesota, AGE: 16

 

Thanks everyone. I will be picking it up on sat. but won't be able to try it out till the following weekend. Should be fun trying to teach my kid how to shift. Tim

 

I have a 1994 220. I love this machine, and cant see why your son wouldnt enjoy it. It can take a lot of beating and keep on ticking. I, however, recommend putting a new set of tires on, as the stock ones are pos'. Guessing that he'll be light, there will be a boat load of push steer, and removing the roundish stock tires (atleast in the front) will curb the machines tendacy to do this. Ours tops out at 45 or so - plenty fast enough, as I usually am able to keep it revving high in 3rd or low 4th to save gas.

As for gas milage, the 4 stroke uses like no gas, and I did about 50 miles and the tank was still half full. If you want more power or traction, a K&N is a good idea, as are mud tires.

You wont be disappointed. Even if your son doesnt shift it right everytime, the clutch and engine can take tons of abuse. I ride the thing hard as h*ll and grind all the gears. Will definately hold up to new learners forgetting to let off throttle when shifting ;-)