So after running my 2003 Sportsman 500 HO for 13 years I am ready to get a new quad.
Having a real hard time though between three models..
The 850, 850SP and the 1K.
At first I was sure the 850 would be all that I would need and then I started to look at the SP version and while I really like the paint and the wheels better on the SP I have to say I am not all that wild about getting the power steering. Just another thing that can break and I have never had it or needed it on any wheeler that I have owned. First question for those with the power steering, how reliable is it and have you ever had any issues with it?
Then of course the dealer starts in with the 1000 talk and while I like the additional power not sure about the added weight and the new A-ARM style on the 1K.
What do you guys think on the following?
Is the extra HP really noticeable between the 850 and 1K?
Is the added weight on the 1K noticeable?
This purchase will be my quad for at least ten years and I want to get it right.
What would you guys get?
Thanks!
Having a real hard time though between three models..
The 850, 850SP and the 1K.
At first I was sure the 850 would be all that I would need and then I started to look at the SP version and while I really like the paint and the wheels better on the SP I have to say I am not all that wild about getting the power steering. Just another thing that can break and I have never had it or needed it on any wheeler that I have owned. First question for those with the power steering, how reliable is it and have you ever had any issues with it?
Then of course the dealer starts in with the 1000 talk and while I like the additional power not sure about the added weight and the new A-ARM style on the 1K.
What do you guys think on the following?
Is the extra HP really noticeable between the 850 and 1K?
Is the added weight on the 1K noticeable?
This purchase will be my quad for at least ten years and I want to get it right.
What would you guys get?
Thanks!