I got this from a TexMud post.
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Kawasaki was laying low for a long while but there back.They even managed to keep the MSRP the same as the SP500,Rubicon and even lower than the Traxter.

 

Looks like one helluva machine. I'm glad I don't like the looks of the Prarie. I'd have to get one. Really though, I think the HO will do me for a long time. I hope.

Dave

 

The engine and performance specs sound awesome but I think that's one ugly ATV.

 

i was surprised that it only had 42hp. the HO has 38hp. im sure that the kawie650 has more torque though. i wonder what the range will be with a 650 engine and only a 4.8 gallon gas tank. i know people that have HO's that are complaining about the range, so i think the 650 would be worse.

im still waiting for the sp700 to come out for real competition.

later
jon

 

Hey Guys~
I would just like to point out one issue where the magazine article is completely wrong. They have seemed to forget about the scrambler 4X4...mine weighs in at 490 lbs according to the sales brochure...and with about 38 hp, that give me a power to weight ratio of 12.89! Uh oh, somebody still has a better power to weight ratio!!hehe I'm not doubting this machine is fast, I just would still prefer my scrambler. In my opinion, scramblers still are the ultimate trail machine!! Oh well, in the end, competion benefits us all. I too am looking forward to a new Polaris machine. Whether it is a sportsman or a scrambler, either will have tough competion waiting for them!

 

Sounds like a quick and powerfull ride. Yeah it sure is ugly though. Makes me wonder what the new Grizz is going to look like. What does the 650 Prarie use up front? Limited slip?

 

Supposably the grizz is still it,s old ugly self. No improvments anywhere.

 

Andrew,

I hear that the 650 will have a "lockable" front end, sort of like Suzuki. That'd be good.

Dave

 

dazed
have u gotten any of my e-mails?? im wondering if it is even sending them out. thanks

later
jon

 

I think I'd still rather have a Scrambler. Doesn't the Scrambler go faster than 65?