Suggestions on the 02 Kodiak 4x4
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After (rider error) popping my 300 artic cat manual up on its hind legs, I told my husband it was time for an automatic.
I looked at the Kodiak today. I ride rough mountain trails, and like to climb over rocks, trees, and anything in my path. My cat has been good to me, but scared me a little when I shifted down with the engine revved to high going up a steep ravine, popped the front end streight up. Made it to the top with no roll-overs but realized I may be a little to in-experienced for a manual to ride in the places I like to.
Anyone have the 02 Kodiak 4x4? What kind of conditions do you ride in? Are you happy?
Thanks in advance,
Mrs. Silverbear
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Yes I have one, I love it, nice and smooth. When you ride it for the first time after 5 years on an auto clutch it is wierd with no shifter, its very easy to get used to though. It has the 2wd/4wd button like the Griz but it doesnt have the Diff-Lock(dang). I think the only difference with the 2001 to the 2002 is that they changed the headlight bulbs to a brighter bulb(they are bright). I have the Blue Special Edition model, those are only avaliable here in Canada.
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MrsSilverbear,
I notice that you mentioned in another thread that a dealer told you that they would not honor the warranty on a Black Kodiak that you would have to buy in Canada. I see that you bought one, did you go to Canada to get it? I really want a blue Grizzly, but they are only available in Canada also. Please let me know how you got yours.
Thanks,
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leel,
No, I am having it shipped to me. Shipping is only $120.
Go to www.crmotorsport.bc.ca they have a toll free number 888-448-2453. I am sure you could get the color you want.Geoff is the person I delt with. He is a really nice guy. I told him I was not going to pay more for one up in Canada even though they had to ship it. He made it work. Dropped the price of the machine quite a bit. Something the local area deallers would not do. I understand, I am a business owner too, but I really wanted the Black one.
No, I am having it shipped to me. Shipping is only $120.
Go to www.crmotorsport.bc.ca they have a toll free number 888-448-2453. I am sure you could get the color you want.Geoff is the person I delt with. He is a really nice guy. I told him I was not going to pay more for one up in Canada even though they had to ship it. He made it work. Dropped the price of the machine quite a bit. Something the local area deallers would not do. I understand, I am a business owner too, but I really wanted the Black one.
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I am counting on having one that few others around me have. I like to be a little differant.
I am sure I will love it. The hardest part about buying it this way is the wait. I was told if the money wire gets there by tomorrow, then it will ship Friday, and I should have it by next weekend. The trip is already planned!! Just hope it shows up.[img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img]
I am sure I will love it. The hardest part about buying it this way is the wait. I was told if the money wire gets there by tomorrow, then it will ship Friday, and I should have it by next weekend. The trip is already planned!! Just hope it shows up.[img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img]
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leel
Just call a local bank and find out the exchange rate for today, I think it is $1 USA for every $1.60 Canadian, not sure though.
As far as the response regarding warrenty work, the Canadian dealer said US dealers have to warrenty it. The local dealer says they don't. So who knows. I just hope and pray I don't need any warrenty work:-)
Mrs Silverbear
Just call a local bank and find out the exchange rate for today, I think it is $1 USA for every $1.60 Canadian, not sure though.
As far as the response regarding warrenty work, the Canadian dealer said US dealers have to warrenty it. The local dealer says they don't. So who knows. I just hope and pray I don't need any warrenty work:-)
Mrs Silverbear
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Mrs. Silverbear, I am not a dealer in Canada.Just a farmer & factory worker looking to buy a new machine.I will be going to the Yamaha dealer next week to buy a new machine since I am on holidays.Will let you know how I make out. Not sure what I am getting yet either a Grizz,Kodiak or Pro.Looking for the best machine for my needs any suggestions.Think of the Grizz,just reading all the posts to see what problems they are having.Will get back to you.