LOL Matt, there isn't a lot of room under the seat but a spare belt and a tow strap will fit. I wrap the belt around the airhorn of my airbox and taper it down on both sides of the airbox. I then take my folded tow strap and lay it across my airbox and then put the seat down on top of it. It really does work and I haven't had a problem with it yet.

As for the pipe, I like it. Does it really enhance performance? Not like a pipe for a 2-stroke but I do feel a difference. I haven't done any clutch mods yet or changed my jetting so that may make the improvement more dramatic. At idle it is no louder than the stock pipe. I must warn you it is an ugly pipe. Looks like a tractor muffler and I had to do some cutting to get it on. The fit is good though and I love the way it sounds. White Bros. makes a pipe for the Scram that is supposed to be pretty good also. If I was to do it all over again, I would have purchased the package from HPD w/pipe/clutch kit and jets and been done with it.

Regards,

MrMan

 

In addition to the many things listed above and it does depend on how much storage capacity you have.
such as extra polaris stoarge bags mounted on and or if you have one type of storage box or other so
you have room for stuff. I have a tamarack utility
box mounted on the back of my atv and it holds allot. I also carry a tree saw, as very often, small trees or large branches from trees fall down
over the trail. I carry an extra container of water incase I got stranded all night. Has not happened yet. I am always adding or subtracting from my utility box. We cannot put much in the polaris tool kit compartment, thats for sure. I think its a good idea to bring along a way to start a fire, incase you had to spend the night in the woods. I tried carring a spare container of polaris oil, but it sprung a hole from all the bouncing around and I had to clean out my entire utility box. that did not work. I also carry toilet paper with me. You know what thats for.

rangerchet

 

If you want a cheap price for a better ride then try a white spring in the primary lots more power off the line and still does the tricky stuff in the wood's. Its $28.00 Canadian so even if you dont like it what the heck . I think you'll like it though.
Matt
2000 500 Scrambler.

 

I have a yellow plastic tool box that is mounted to the read rack and doubles as a backrest for my wife. The box contains:
- saw
- shovel
- axe
- length of plastic tubing
- come-a-long
- plastic zip ties
- matches
- flashlight
- various wrenches
- nails
- tape (electricial and orange marking)
- air pump
- plugs and patches
- tow strap
- small can of WD40
- and a piece of sponge to keep it from bouncing around.

Yes it all does fit . . . really snug though.

 

I think it has pretty much all been said except for one thing. If you go 'exploring' into the middle of nowhere, and are taking a cell phone anyway, also take a GPS unit. If you or a riding buddy have an accident, and need a ride, or perish the thought, medical help, they are invaluable.
Think about it. How easy would it be to give them exact coordinates off a GPS (it will at least get them close enough to find you - blow the whistle occasionally).
Compare that to "We drove into the woods about 20 minutes, then Bubba a tree, and he is laying unconscious on top of the rock next to it. How soon can you get here?"

 

Depends how far you are riding. on long trips:The tool kit under your seat if you haven't noticed it yeat has screwdrivers and pliers,socket set w/ extension(alot of hard to get to bolts),some form of tire repair(i use a plug kit and compressor but some like fix-a-flat),tow strap, rope or chain,extra chain links and if you ride alone a winch(A electric winch really is nice i love mine but expensive(up to $500), a come-along will work fine and alot cheaper you just can't be lazy, but if you are out riding there are alot of people lazier than you!)

 

In addition to what everybody else said, I would bring a compass, lots of water, and a GPS receiver if you are venturing out into real remote territory.

 

Awwww I was going to say a compass & maps, muffler wire, duct tape & 3 beers.