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01-18-2012, 12:17 PM
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Polaris ATV Junkie!
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Why I'm scared to buy used ATVs
This is why I'm scared to buy used ATVs...
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2011 Sportsman 500 H.O. - Guru brush guard, 26" original Big Horns, gutted muffler, Polaris 2500 w/synthetic line/hawse/winch saver, Polaris HD springs, Polaris heated grips, Glacier III 60" plow, Quadovator reverse mod, 3 headlight mod, Polaris rear rack extender, rear L&R cargo box, HIDs
2011 Trail Boss - HIDs SOLD
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01-18-2012, 12:37 PM
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That's why I own this. 
It floats better and I can carry passengers.
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01-18-2012, 01:00 PM
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LOL @ Tull. Anton, I couldn't agree more. Unless you know the person personally who is selling it, buying an 'off-road' vehicle used is a huge risk. A lot of people buy these things to beat on them instead of their car.
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01-18-2012, 01:04 PM
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I've got to disagree with buying used. 3 0f my 4 quads I purchased used. The Polaris has not been tested yet, but my two Can-Ams have been great. I also had a used Honda that was great, until it was stolen.
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01-18-2012, 01:06 PM
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LMAO. Look at that guy at the very back trying to get going. That is crazy.
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Mine - 2007 Sportsman 800 - 27" Mudlites on SS rims, HID's, 3 headlight mod w/ relay, 2500lb winch, 4 gal rotopax, PowerMadd hand guards
Wife's - 2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO - HID's, 3 headlight mod w/relay and 2500lb winch, WES rear seat & kimpex foot pegs, 4 gal rotopax
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01-18-2012, 01:11 PM
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I'm kind of in the same boat AntonioDef. (haha no pun intended)
4x4 and water cool definitely have a lot of extra complexities. I wouldn't want to buy one of them used unless I know who owned it or it was obvious that it had never been in mud.
I bought all my 2x4 air cooled bikes used and new what parts needed to be replaced before I got them home.
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2012 Sportsman 500, Red.
Highlifter HD Springs all around, Moose pregressors on front (not activated). EPI 'patv1' primary clutch spring, UNI air filter w/ PJ-1 oil. K&N Model KN-303 oil filters. Bikemaster foam grips.
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My ATV-GURU bumpers ARE FOR SALE, front and rear, BRAND NEW. Me a reasonable offer and they are YOURS.
(As you probably already know, they are currently unavailable from TheAtvSuperstore.com /ATV-Guru for an undisclosed amount of time).
http://www.polarisatvforums.com/foru...500-800-a.html
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01-18-2012, 01:14 PM
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Check all fluids and the air cleaner, that would be a good start.
That video is pretty cool tho.
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01-18-2012, 02:45 PM
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I love watching those vids, but no way in heck could you get me to abuse my ride like that!
Deep down I think that's why I chose to buy new, you just never know.
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01-18-2012, 02:46 PM
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im subbed to this guy, love their vids
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4190km  2008 Polaris Sportsman 500 Ho, Polaris Hand & Thumb warmers, RotoPax 4 Gallon Fuel Pack, Custom Made Rear Bumper, PowerMadd Hand Guards, Polaris Rear Work Lights, Ricochet A Arm Guards, Modified Stock Muffler, Polaris 3500lb Winch, Rear Rack Extender, Super Atv 2" lift kit, Polaris Brush Guard, 3 Headlight Mod, Shock Covers, Uni Air Filter, EPI 'patv1' primary clutch spring. All up on Interco Swamplites! 
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01-18-2012, 03:37 PM
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That's how we ride alot of the time but a bit more carefully. We walk each section checking for holes. Our maintenance is done after every ride and everything cleaned up and greased. I figure if your gonna spend 8k on a bike you might as well enjoy it to the fullest. Most everyone I know that goes deep rarely sell a quad... If it breaks it's an opportunity to start over and make it cooler!
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Stealth Snorkels
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14" Polaris pro wheels
Guru bumper
Mud tubez stereo
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