This is a silly question I know, but how much difference is there in the handling of a 1999 Sportsman and a new one? I currently ride a 99 and wish I could compare the two on our trails. The riding area at the dealers isn't much of a test track. I'm interested in the suspension overall and especially the effort needed to turn the machine. The 99 I ride will work on your arms on a winding trail. Thanks.

 

I have a 04 sportsman and a 05 sportsman. The difference is unbelievable! The 05 rides and handles soooooooo much better. It rides like a cadillac!!!! Both are a joy to ride but the 05 is much softer on trails.
Noble

 

I already thought the '04 Sportsmans had the best confort out there (that ive ridden). Are the '05s really that much nicer?
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2004 Polaris Sportsman 700
27' ITP 589 M/S Tires
3000 lb. Warn Winch
High Performance Dayco Belt - NEW! (on the way)

2001 Honda Rancher ES (2wd)
2.5 Warn Winch
(For Sale)

 

I'd say the new ones must be considerably better than the 99 models. I figured they had to be better. Hopefully the new 500's will have EFI and I'd also like to see a three position switch for 4X4. 2WD, 4X4 like it works now and a 3rd position for fully locked so you can putt up inclines with more ease. Oh, and 2% interest full term financing. LOL