Voice your opinion

[Stoopidbot1]

So I'm thinking ahead. When I decide to trade in my current ride or just get another, what should I get? I now ride a TRX450, I really want a KTM525 but the 08's are on back order so I don't see an 08 being available next year. The 09 is the same price as the Rhino, that's just stupid. Lets here what all of you think I should get.

I ride mostly rocky wooded trails. I visit the dunes about only once a year. I don't touch track, what you think? Buying used is out of the question.

[Sc0tt]

You have way to much cash man. I wish that I could afford a new quad. I have a hard time keeping my 20 year old one going. I would love to have an LT450R, an Outlaw 525, a KTM525, or a Raptor 700.

[Stoopidbot1]

It's all about payments and credit. I was kind of thinking the Polaris 525. It still has the KTM motor and it does come with Fox shocks if I'm thinking of the right ride.

[01 RAPPY 660]

yea i love yamaha but........i would NOT go for the rapt. 700r i have been told there to heavy and there power sucks but thats just what a couple ppl have told me , just a heads up something to look into.

[Stoopidbot1]

I'm a Honda diehard. Raptor would be my last choice. You know how Honda guys feel about Yammies. The same way they feel about Hondas. I would go any other brand before Yamaha. Nothing against them performance wise, just don't want Blue.

[01 RAPPY 660]

I'm a Honda diehard. Raptor would be my last choice. You know how Honda guys feel about Yammies. The same way they feel about Hondas. I would go any other brand before Yamaha. Nothing against them performance wise, just don't want Blue.

thats cool, i was just giving u a heads up:wink:

[Stoopidbot1]

Thanks bro!

[fox300exchic]

The KTM is really sweet. I agree with you about the raptor...that would be my last choice also. Yamaha has more then just blue. Grey and white.

[01 RAPPY 660]

Thanks bro!

yeppers:yes:

[Stoopidbot1]

I've only heard one negative thing about the KTM. The gas tank has this ridge that is meant just for looks. If the rider is over 6 feet tall their knees WILL be beat to crap. That is one thing that scares me. There are times when I'm riding hard and the next day I will have bruises on the inside of my knees. My tank is perfectly smooth. When I'm riding hard I'm leaning over the bars while standing up. So those knees are holding on to that tank for dear life.

[Guest]

Screm 'em all.....get a Husqy.....LOL!!!!!!!!!

-TD

[BuckBilly]

What about the 700 Honda? A friend said it is fun to ride.

[Stoopidbot1]

I was looking at one the other day. The all black one, it's growing on me. I just don't know about 500 pounds.

[01 RAPPY 660]

I've only heard one negative thing about the KTM. The gas tank has this ridge that is meant just for looks. If the rider is over 6 feet tall their knees WILL be beat to crap. That is one thing that scares me. There are times when I'm riding hard and the next day I will have bruises on the inside of my knees. My tank is perfectly smooth. When I'm riding hard I'm leaning over the bars while standing up. So those knees are holding on to that tank for dear life.

so your knees have hands and they hold on to the gas tank!

[SunLrider]

so your knees have hands and they hold on to the gas tank!

youve always got something interesting to say:laugh:

[01 RAPPY 660]

youve always got something interesting to say:laugh:

yea well thats me:wink:

[Stoopidbot1]

Yeah, when they were rebuilding my knee and thigh bone I had them put some fingers on my knee.

[01 RAPPY 660]

Yeah, when they were rebuilding my knee and thigh bone I had them put some fingers on my knee.

sounds like fun now u can count to 20 with out taking your shoes off:laugh:

[BuckBilly]

I was looking at one the other day. The all black one, it's growing on me. I just don't know about 500 pounds.

Now your starting to sound like a High School Cheerleader. Worrying about weight.:icon_bsc::slob::dammit::vommit:Man, please tell me Roody and the to HEAVY crap did not rub off on you !?!?!?!?!?!?

[Stoopidbot1]

No but 500 pounds is alot for a sport quad. And there are no after market wheels and tires that will fit the rear.

[SunLrider]

there are no after market wheels and tires that will fit the rear.

really?

[trailblazer_02]

well i bet you expected this.

2009 Outlaw 525S.

they shaved even more weight off of it.

they shaved 6 more lbs this year. eliminated the seat problem. and the new ones heel guards [which broke easily on the old ones] are aluminum. cheaper than KTM. Fox Shocks. MAXXIS tires. sounds like the pick for you IMO.

[powermaddd400ex]

i agree on the the 700xx, too heavy! well if your bent on gettin a new quad then i would say get the ktm. ktm's repuation with dirtbikes won its way through with quads as well. well built and fasssst. idk bout the polaris i like the new look but my brother polaris was a piece of shitt on wheels. and so was my uncles scrambler. if it was me i would most definatly stay away from the polaris and save my money for the ktm but its your choice.

[trailblazer_02]

just think though. they replaced a lot of the parts to make them stronger. and lighter.

i hate to sound one sided to polaris but it IS the way to go. cheaper. almost the same motor. fox shocks. its just a great package without too much dough.

[Stoopidbot1]

I was actually looking at them online today. My cousin has a Polaris 525, I've had it up to 83mph down a sand wash. Crazy fast, but he's never had any issue. He even did the Mexico run with us last year.

The 08 KTM is practically impossible to get, the 09 cost as much as the Rhino.

[SunLrider]

the 09 cost as much as the Rhino.

wow!!!!

[powermaddd400ex]

the 08 are almost gone in GA. as far as i kno theres only 2 left and their at the same dealer, 8300 otd. i would wait a lil bit bot, honda MIGHT make some potential changes in the 450r for 2009 and 2010. thats jus a rumor goin around dealers tho.

[outlander560]

up by here they got a ktm for 7grand and its an 08..... are they really that good of a quad

[BuckBilly]

Not trying to band bash or start an arguement. Go with an ATV that has proven it's self , not what the mags say is good. But what you hear about friend and forum buddies say.

Also your a die hard Honda feller, correct ?! I have friends who are die hard Honda riders . They are not happy with any thing but Honda. Just make sure before you buy an atv.

[Stoopidbot1]

I will for sure do the research before I buy. I'm wanting something bigger. NOT A RAPTOR, but I want a big bore. IF the Polaris has a comfortable feel to it, The 525 S will be my next.