Absolutely.Our Viper has been very good to us.We haven't had any problems with it and its never let us down,not even a fouled plug!..My son has raced it and we do lots of trail riding in the summer.We have two local dealers nearby so parts aren't much of a concern.Is the 06 your looking at a 4 stroke?

 

Thanks for the quick reply. Yes it is. the local dealer just got some in stock. I am also considering a used 05 polaris predator. Do you know anything about htis bike? I have never owned a polaris - only yamaha honda and suzuki

 

I have both...shaft to me is better for the quads. I don't have to worry about the chain tension, stretching or lubrication. Shaft are nearly maint. free. I said nearly...you have to check the lube level on them. SEADAWG

 

The new Viper dual A-arm suspension for 06 should be a huge improvement over the old single arm style found on most styles of mini's.It allows the suspension to actually work..I have no personal experience with the new 4 stroke motors though.On the spec sheet the 4 stroke is down on power compared to the two stroke but is better enclosed for mud and water riding.I guess it depends on what your plans are for the bike.