What I Like To See 2011
#11
Would like to see an 850 boost in HP to 75 if not 80 hp
The 750 Polaris Switchback makes 80hp in the non turbo version,and 140hp (top pic) with a tubo charger, will polaris put one in a ATV?,not likey. Polaris also has a 150hp 800cc. With these xp850cc ATV only making 70hp Polaris is sure holding back if anything.
Same with Arctic Cat they make a 160hp 800cc (Bottom pic) 4 stroke twin for there sled but there 1000cc ATV only makes 70-75hp. They have there reasons.
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#12
I'd like to see Polaris FOCUS completely on perfecting the models on hand. Strive for reliability and balance....the HP out there is plenty. I get tired of the 'more power is better' syndrome. You HP folks will ALWAYS want more power....no matter how much of an increase is given every two years. I've seen this happen in all powersports....and in the end, I don't think it's the best way to go. I'll take reliability, quality, balance, ergonomics, comfort, functionality, and utility, over this constant 'need' for more power.
I just want a two up Grizz with a 750 v twin EFI engine with enough rack room to carry gear on!
#13
#15
Well, the ATV makers try and produce what folks will buy the most of.....and right now, one of the main criteria is POWER. For me it's not about that....but alas, I am in the minority. I like good torque, and enough speed to get up to about 50 to 55. Any more than that and I don't have a good reason for it. I don't race anybody, I'm not into showing off, I don't expect a quad to have the power of a Jeep or pickup, I don't like crappy mpg's, and I don't want a bigger, heavier, ATV on tight trails that has the throttle response of a rocket engine. Not practical nor comfortable for me. I want ruggedness, reliability (as like most Honda's), quality materials, comfort, adequate torque, simple oil changes, and great trail manners (while being good for farm work too). I have hope my new 550X2 will provide all that. So far I'm worried about the recall and a possible ADC noise. We'll see.
#16
Well, the ATV makers try and produce what folks will buy the most of.....and right now, one of the main criteria is POWER. For me it's not about that....but alas, I am in the minority. I like good torque, and enough speed to get up to about 50 to 55. Any more than that and I don't have a good reason for it. I don't race anybody, I'm not into showing off, I don't expect a quad to have the power of a Jeep or pickup, I don't like crappy mpg's, and I don't want a bigger, heavier, ATV on tight trails that has the throttle response of a rocket engine. Not practical nor comfortable for me. I want ruggedness, reliability (as like most Honda's), quality materials, comfort, adequate torque, simple oil changes, and great trail manners (while being good for farm work too). I have hope my new 550X2 will provide all that. So far I'm worried about the recall and a possible ADC noise. We'll see.
#17
I read somewhere that the 850 motor was tested to 150 HP, but was detuned for reliability and liability. I wish they would publish torque numbers, though.
#18
I think an EPS 850XP X2 is in order...doesn't seem like it would take many resources at all really so it wouldn't take anything away from perfecting the line. I do think a company should get most of the bugs worked out of one new line before totally chaning another line
Kind of like the RZR4,some of those resources could have been put to better use JMO.
Kind of like the RZR4,some of those resources could have been put to better use JMO.
#19
IMHO there is only one choice that matches his needs! All MFGS esp Yamaha, Polaris,Artic Cat...... are capable of hi HP numbers all you have to do is look at ther snomobile lineup!