to me these bikes are pretty close and i read a couple of comparisions on them in a couple of mags but i want to know wat you people think

 

i like both of the quads but if i where to pick one i think i would go with the ds650 i like manuals better.

 

The ds has more power,but the kfx has reverse,both are huge and powerful machines,so it would be a tough choice and depends on the terrain i would be riding.

 

these 2 machines are kind of in a class of there own-big, wide, heavy, very powerful, etc. id go with a kfx 700 just b/c i rode one and it was an awesome bike

 

I used to like manual better too. But then I tried the V 700. WOW what fun it is not to have to shift. Been there done that.

 

Which do you guys think will be the most reliable?

 

I've been beaten by a V-Force drag racing, BUT, I can change my sprockets for more topend or better accelleration [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif[/img]

 

The DS has prooven to be Bullet Proof and has one of the best reputations in the industry.

The V is still pretty new, but other than the whole L.E. Plastic being brittle and some have had troubles with bending Tie Rods, it seems to be pretty reliable. As far as the running gear (Motor/Trany), having come from a proven machine (P650), it appears to be a very solid combo.

 

I dont know which one i would choose. I think i would go with the v force because it makes a great trail bike, i like the le plastic(even though it is junk), and its a nice ride.

 

It sounds like you guys like the DS better. The thing that appeals to me is the fact that the KFX has more clearance for trails, no sprocket to replace, and no clutch to mess with. I don't mind clutches, but I have had to shift going up a steep hill and it didn't work out so well. I don't like the thought of the plastic falling apart on the KFX if there is better plastic available and they just choose to not use it. Keep the opinions coming guys.
Thanks,
Shawn