Hey guys, I am looking to buy a Cannondale. I have read a little bit about them, but would like to get the specifics on the differences between each of these models. I think the Cannibal has a different computer which does not allow it to be re-mapped? And it also has the cheaper shocks and no hydraulic clutch. How about the differences between the Speed and the Blaze other than cosmetics(Hand guards, rims, nerf's)? Thanks!

 

Most of the information is located on the Cannondale web site.

All of the Cannons use the same computer now. They can all be remapped.

Being that they Cannondale changes what's on each quad. It may be best to look at the individual units that you are thinking about and compaire.

Smitty

 

The cannibal can be remapped. The earlier model with the 500 computer could not but the new ones have the 1000 computer and are remapped very easily. I have had mine done 3 times. The 2003 models also have the same hydraulic clutch. The earlier model cannibals had the same ohlins up front as the speed but the new ones went to arvin shocks up front. The speed has the ohlins, higher rev limit(the cannibal can be remapped in 5 minutes by your dealer) and different handlebars. That is all. Now when you go to the blaze and moto there is a world of difference. They have different ohlins up front that have compression and rebound adjustments with resivoirs. The moto is wider up front and a little lower in the back. It is a motocross machine only(no trail riding). It has different sprockets, nerf bars and smaller rear tires with bead locks all the way around and various other upgrades. The blaze is set up for GNCC racing(cross country). It has a lot of the same components as the moto but the rear tires are the same as the cannibal and speed and it is not as wide as the moto. They also came out with a new model for 2003. It is called the glamis. It is made ready to take to the dunes. It is the same as the speed except it has a high capacity radiator and sand tires.

 

Thanks guys. I ride all trails and an occasional MX track, but I can't have anything too wide, we ride a lot of tight stuff. The Blaze is what I want, I will have to see what the wife says first. How do you think it would compare to my Raptor, as far as power, handling, trailability, etc. We ride hard, so that's not an issue, I'm looking for something that can handle. If I don't buy a Cannondale it will be an R.

 

the blaze will walk the dog (raptor) and every other quad out there .

 

<< Thanks guys. I ride all trails and an occasional MX track, but I can't have anything too wide, we ride a lot of tight stuff. The Blaze is what I want, I will have to see what the wife says first. How do you think it would compare to my Raptor, as far as power, handling, trailability, etc. We ride hard, so that's not an issue, I'm looking for something that can handle. If I don't buy a Cannondale it will be an R. >>



In every aspect of riding, the Cannondale will out-perform the Raptor.

If your not going to be racing X-country, then I wouldn't get a Blaze. I would get a 03 Speed, and just add what you want to it. A $10,000 quad is a expensive trail quad. :-)

The Speed comes with Ohlins, the extra 1,000 rpms of revs, and Aluminum handle bars. You can get the shocks re-valved from Ohlins for $250 to fit your riding style and weight. Is the nerfs, handguards, shock rezz's, Tag T-2's vs the regular Tag's, the rear beadlocks, and a steering stablizer worth the extra money to you? That's the question at hand.

BTW, it took $500 to add all the stuff to my quad.

 

I think the speeds look awesome out of those 3

But the moto looks the best out of all of em

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Thanks again. I had my mind set on a speed, but have been offered a brand new Blaze for $8500. Its going to be hard to pass that up! Not sure yet, but thanks for the comments. I can't hardly believe that the Cannondales will run with my 686 raptor in a straight line, but maybe they can. I will find out soon enough.

 

For that price I would get the Blaze. What's the name of the dealer. I'm sure I'm not the only one that love to get a blaze for that price.

 

Where are you getting it for that price? If I could a new blaze for that I would buy it in a minute.