I think the suspension on both of them leaves alot to be desired. However, the warrior is a step up from the blaster, imo. I can tell you from experience when my son raced his blaster he had to step up when he grew as the suspension would always bottom out and the frame couldn't withstand his size and began to crack. Don't get me wrong, I thought the blaster was a kick to ride, but I think the warrior is a better machine for you given your size and riding style. Besides, like 1998warrior350 said, if you liked it before, why ruin a good thing?

 

I wouldn't have a quad without reverse, period. I have no desire to push anything that has a motor on it. When I had my Warrior I loved it, and if I didn't want a utility quad I would have another Warrior in a minute. The guys I rode with had 400EX's without reverse and they all said "I don't need reverse" and in tight quarters they would all be sweating and lugging those quads and I would be quick to remind them how nice having reverse was. I love 2 strokes too, but not enough to sacrifice being able to use the reverse.