quad advice
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A couple of raptors and no problems?..I've always steered Clear of the raptors cuz they were rumored to be notorious for problems. At least the older ones anyway. never owned one, so I'll take your word!
I used to ride a lot, if I were to get another one I would definatley go for electric start, and reverse. I don't know how many times i got stuck in some huge mud puddle and had to get off into the mud to un-stuck myself, lol! Then again we were always brutal on our machines, trying to go over trees that were still standing,(doesn't really work out too well) and whatever else to stay OFF the trails lol!
I used to ride a lot, if I were to get another one I would definatley go for electric start, and reverse. I don't know how many times i got stuck in some huge mud puddle and had to get off into the mud to un-stuck myself, lol! Then again we were always brutal on our machines, trying to go over trees that were still standing,(doesn't really work out too well) and whatever else to stay OFF the trails lol!
I also take very good care of all my vehicles....
I think it depends on what you want. if its an all out sports quad, a 450R would be a great quad. If you don't mind tinkering, an older 250R or a Banshee would be a great quad as well. But, if you want to just hop on and go, I'd stick with a newer 450R. But if money is tight, Banshee's are everywhere are can be had pretty cheap. Plus, they didnt change anything on them for as long as there were out, so just about any year part is interchangable. It makes for a huge aftermarket. And do be honest, I still love the smell and sound of a 2-stroke. But, the 400 ex is not a bad ride either. A little underpowered, but pretty solid.
If you want an all around great quad, one that will do everything well, but nothing great, get a Raptor. They are best suited for dunes and woods. They got a really bad rap because people bought them for things they werent intended for. People automatically thought since it was a bigger bore, it would be faster than anything. Then, The 450's would beat up on them on a track.
If you want something for mudd'n, or deep woods riding, get a 4x4. They have some awesome big quads now that are pretty fast for 4x4's.
Just be honest with what you truly want and whats the most type of riding you'll be doing. If you plan to do jumps, and hardpack, little sand dunes... get a 450r. If your mainly going with dunes and woods, buy a Raptor.
If you want an all around great quad, one that will do everything well, but nothing great, get a Raptor. They are best suited for dunes and woods. They got a really bad rap because people bought them for things they werent intended for. People automatically thought since it was a bigger bore, it would be faster than anything. Then, The 450's would beat up on them on a track.
If you want something for mudd'n, or deep woods riding, get a 4x4. They have some awesome big quads now that are pretty fast for 4x4's.
Just be honest with what you truly want and whats the most type of riding you'll be doing. If you plan to do jumps, and hardpack, little sand dunes... get a 450r. If your mainly going with dunes and woods, buy a Raptor.
Couldn't have said it any better!
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I going to be able to drop around 2-3 grand so im sure i get a new-ish quad, maybe around the early 2000's. I def. want to do jumps, woods, and dunes so from the sounds of it i need both lol but I'll probably be doing more trails then anything so from what your saying a raptor sounds like that might be my best bet. I'll start looking into that. appreciate the help
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I had a 97 banshee. I spent a lot of time fixing it. I didn't have that much money in it, but seemed like every time i took it out for the day some thing broke or rattled off. It would however leave every one around it in the dust.
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Found a 2004 450r on ebay. looks clean. I probably could get it for 3 grand. not sure if its a good deal or not. Check it out.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2004-...2#ht_500wt_953
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2004-...2#ht_500wt_953
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As someone who grew up working in the family Honda dealership, I'd say that if you're buying a used machine it could be worth the extra money to get it from a dealer. A LOT of the used quads for sale by owners have been swamped and gotten water in the engine. If they change the oil right away you'll never be able to tell . . . until it pukes up a rod a year or two later. Unless you are very familiar with the machine's owner and history, a used quad is a potential time bomb.
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I see what ur saying. I was looking into buying from a dealer but even with payment plans i just don't want to spend that much money. But ur right i have no idea what kind of pain these people have put this quad through. Its a risk but i guess thats what you have to take buying just about anything used.
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Was going through my old threads and realized I never updated what quad I purchased. I ended up getting an '04 trx450r with an yosh exhaust, metal mulisha graphics, new k & n air filter, nerf bars(which i bent already), and paddle tires for $2600 last october. Had a blast on her and can't wait to hit the dunes in spring.
Was going through my old threads and realized I never updated what quad I purchased. I ended up getting an '04 trx450r with an yosh exhaust, metal mulisha graphics, new k & n air filter, nerf bars(which i bent already), and paddle tires for $2600 last october. Had a blast on her and can't wait to hit the dunes in spring.