I am currently a polaris owner, but being a former bayou 300 2wd owner I read the kawi posts often. These bayou problems posted are the first in a while.I guess that is a testament to the bayou's sound design.And I know the bayous are out there, they were kawi's best seller for years.I had mine for years and never had a problem at all.The bayou is perfect for its intended use and then some.My sport 400 is more fun to ride when it is running good, but the bayou was a champ day in and day out,no complaints,only regrets when the polaris is sick.