looking at quads/ atvs.

[Bofire]

  Looking At quads not racers, not tractors, just a quad to ride around. I am 200 lbs. How big do I need?250? 400? I think I want 4X4. I do not want a giant size one, little and easy to ride. My brother has a like 800 cc giant one that is just about the size of a jeep bobtail, with winches and al sorts of stuff. I do NOT want that. smaller and dependable is more important than speed.
Thanks
Carl

[Mudman]

I would look at the Honda 420 4x4.  Elect auto or manual shifting.  Reliable, priced decent.  It has a few things some of us don't like but it sounds like you don't want that so its a GREAT choice.  Power steering is worth paying for and so is a winch even if ya don't want it you should have one just in case.

[NRA4LIFE]

I'd go with a 400+ 4X4.  I have a 350 older model 2 wheel Kawasaki and it has served me well, 23 years now. However, I'm  looking at 4X4's now for a new one.

[Mudman]

Kawa makes a old school reliable simple 2 or 4 wheel quad also. Brute 400 or something.

[JWEBB]

Is a 3 wheeler out of the question? My atc hauls me all over the mountains. Lighter and more maneuverable than a quad. No fancy stuff but they are cheap and easy to work on

[Katmai Guy]

Yamaha kodiak 450 or grizzly 550, both with EPS.

[C-Money]

I am a huge Honda Rancher 420 fan. The 420 is fuel injected, and starts up with ease for me in temps down to -5 deg. I am 6'3'' 300lbs, and the Rancher has an abundance of power. The 4x4 locks in with a well placed lever. I have put just shy of 100 miles of trail riding in on one day and never touched the reserve tank. One down side on the Honda, the seats are pretty stiff...mine is an 07 which I bought new. Not sure if Honda ever softened up the seat in the newer machines. Great ATV!!

[trophyhunt]

Yamaha kodiak 450 or grizzly 550, both with EPS.

I wouldn't go any smaller and 4x4 for sure.  You'll love the power steering, it's a must now for me. 

[Scvette]

I think the op would look really good on the one I'm selling,why have 450-500cc when you can have a 1000cc. Mine is 4x4 and has eps. Also a 2500lb winch up front. Great for just cruising,but if needed will get up to 90+.    I know it's not what he's looking for though. Hopefully he finds a good one..

[Wacenturion]

The older 2003-2005 Polaris Sportman 500 ATP's (all terrain pickup) are awesome.  The little pickup bed is incredibly useful.  Newer models also have the bed but don't recall what the model name is.

[CAMPMEAT]

3 wheelers are a death trap. Get a new Can am Outlander. It's not the fancy one, it's the entry level one. $5000 for a new 400 ain't bad. I paid $10,000 plus for my 2015 Can am 500 XT new...

[kirkl]

As has been said, Honda Rancher 420 4x4. Shaft driven. Still have a 98 honda trx 300 with who knows how many miles. runs like a champ.

[JWEBB]

3 wheelers are a death trap.

For people that don't know how to ride them

[Bofire]

I saw two nice three wheelers, they were"collectors" and expensive!!!!

Lots folks recommending the Honda around 400 cc's and 4X4, thanks

[Calvin Rayborn]

Found my Big Red ATC250ES for $400 bucks, ready to rock and roll!    Has full racks front to back, electric start, shaft drive, full automatic transmission with reverse gear, and a trailer hitch to boot...What more could you ask for? 

[Scvette]

Found my Big Red ATC250ES for $400 bucks, ready to rock and roll!    Has full racks front to back, electric start, shaft drive, full automatic transmission with reverse gear, and a trailer hitch to boot...What more could you ask for? 

I think one of those fell out of my tread on one of my tires when I was washing it one time. 

[Calvin Rayborn]

Found my Big Red ATC250ES for $400 bucks, ready to rock and roll!    Has full racks front to back, electric start, shaft drive, full automatic transmission with reverse gear, and a trailer hitch to boot...What more could you ask for? 

I think one of those fell out of my tread on one of my tires when I was washing it one time. 

Oh yeah,  I heard about that one! You're that hit-and-run guy (The Brown's Camp Killer?) on the "America's Most Wanted" show, right?   

[Zardoz]

Not wanting to hijack the thread, but I am in the market for an affordable 4x4 quad for the property. 

[Scvette]

 

Not wanting to hijack the thread, but I am in the market for an affordable 4x4 quad for the property. 

Affordable is a relative term. Do you want one that can do everything you need? Mines on the high end but it's still brand new. Power steering,winch,tow hitch and all the power you'd ever need.

[lord grizzly]

One thing to consider, the more displacement your quad has the more work it does for you. Like wise the other way around. I have a 800 can am xt. That model is the same size as a 400 but with insane power. Makes a abuts difference on the trail , or better yet off the trail. I also have a 750 brute force , that thing is huge but holy cow is it a monster of bottom end power.

[Buzz2401]

We have 5 Honda rancher 350's all 4x4 and have had no issues over the last 15 years and they go anywhere.  Largest guy is 280lbs.  motor is actually a 329cc but they call it a 350.  I have ridden some of the bigger quads and don't really like them and find they actually go less places because of weight and width.

[CAMPMEAT]

3 wheelers are a death trap.

For people that don't know how to ride them

I owned one when they first came out. A Yamaha 200 or 250, don't remember. I rode mine all over and never had any problems, my buddy did. I traded mine for Colt 1911 45 Model 70 which I still have..

[BKMFR]

I used to be Honda only guy, had the first 4 trax in our area....many, many moons ago... then had Rubicons, Recon, 650 Kawasaki with tracks on it.... Last buy was a Can Am Outlander 1000 that I sold 2 years ago.... missed it so much I have a new Can AM Outlander XT arriving this coming Monday. Look hard at Can Am they are bullet proof, easy starters, and a great ride in my opinion. With being able to make them street legal in many areas, sometimes the bigger machines are nice, plus never lack for power in the mountains. Good Luck in your search!

[Calvin Rayborn]

3 wheelers are a death trap.

For people that don't know how to ride them

I owned one when they first came out. A Yamaha 200 or 250, don't remember. I rode mine all over and never had any problems, my buddy did. I traded mine for Colt 1911 45 Model 70 which I still have..

Allright...what's it gonna be? - I think you know that the ole Tri-motos were a ton of fun and the ole "death trap" shouters were just being paid by the libs at CBS and Barbara Wah-Wah and 20/20 to drink the Kool-aid. 

Youtube vid: Minute 1:55 guy explains how a Honda basically magically killed his son by itself. "IT DID IT! I don't care was Honda says, that Honda killed him!"

Same analogy to the school shooter "activists" wanting to ban AR-15's because it's the evil gun that did it.

[zugbug]

Like others have said can't go wrong with a Honda Rancher 420.  I have been looking at ATV's the last year.  Finally got tired of riding double on my buddies Honda Foreman/Rubicon.  I am 6'2" and about 240lbs, decided on the Honda Rubicon (475cc) the Ranchers big brother.  Went with power steering and auto/push button shift and can't be happier.

[Mudman]

3 wheelers are a ton of fun, um were anyway.  If you are not experienced they are dangerous in certain ways.  Corners, off camber front misplaced, ruts, turning on a hill!!  Front is very light up hill wheelie, downhill weight transfer sketchy etc.  So in comparison yes they are for experienced riders to say the least.  I don't care for em.

[Calvin Rayborn]

3 wheelers are a ton of fun, um were anyway.  If you are not experienced they are dangerous in certain ways.  Corners, off camber front misplaced, ruts, turning on a hill!!  Front is very light up hill wheelie, downhill weight transfer sketchy etc.  So in comparison yes they are for experienced riders to say the least.  I don't care for em.

Good points - Experience does make a big difference, but even most newbies can do a lot with a good tri-moto as long as they are responsible and don't try to ride beyond the machine's capabilities. Out here on the East side, many three-wheelers can be found in good shape for ridiculosly low prices, and can still be a great option for an outdoorsman on a budget.   MANY MANY more people have been injured or killed on 4-wheelers than 3 wheelers just due to the sheer numbers produced / popularity factor, as well as the same issue of  lack of caution;  that anybody can just hop on and twist the throttle and fly!!!  Like Honda says --- STUPID HURTS! 

[Calvin Rayborn]

https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/snw/d/yamaha-three-wheeler-ytm/6527147644.html

[Bofire]

$1500.00 not $400.00  I found a lot of them so far, one a 1993 300 cc might be too old has lots of options tho. $2300.00, found a few for around $4500.00 newer with lots of stuff. winches etc. Racks. new one cost too much. Looks to me that a patient guy with cash can make a hell of a buy, I will wait for that. Thanks for your help

Carl

[MHWASH]

I highly recommend the Rancher 420. Had one for several years, the only reason I sold it was I wanted a little more room when riding double with my wife.

Keep in mind a lot of the 500 class machines use the same chassis as the 700-800 size machines. If you want a mid size machine, you'll probably have to stay below 500cc. What ever you get, spend the extra for power steering especially if you go 4x4.

[j_h_nimrod]

3 wheelers are a ton of fun, um were anyway.  If you are not experienced they are dangerous in certain ways.  Corners, off camber front misplaced, ruts, turning on a hill!!  Front is very light up hill wheelie, downhill weight transfer sketchy etc.  So in comparison yes they are for experienced riders to say the least.  I don't care for em.

Good points - Experience does make a big difference, but even most newbies can do a lot with a good tri-moto as long as they are responsible and don't try to ride beyond the machine's capabilities. Out here on the East side, many three-wheelers can be found in good shape for ridiculosly low prices, and can still be a great option for an outdoorsman on a budget.   MANY MANY more people have been injured or killed on 4-wheelers than 3 wheelers just due to the sheer numbers produced / popularity factor, as well as the same issue of  lack of caution;  that anybody can just hop on and twist the throttle and fly!!!  Like Honda says --- STUPID HURTS! 

It is stupid easy to flip a three wheeler, been there and done that. Four wheelers a are exceptionally more stable. Another consideration is that four wheels can straddle the hump while three always has one on the rough part.

[JWEBB]

3 wheelers are a ton of fun, um were anyway.  If you are not experienced they are dangerous in certain ways.  Corners, off camber front misplaced, ruts, turning on a hill!!  Front is very light up hill wheelie, downhill weight transfer sketchy etc.  So in comparison yes they are for experienced riders to say the least.  I don't care for em.

Good points - Experience does make a big difference, but even most newbies can do a lot with a good tri-moto as long as they are responsible and don't try to ride beyond the machine's capabilities. Out here on the East side, many three-wheelers can be found in good shape for ridiculosly low prices, and can still be a great option for an outdoorsman on a budget.   MANY MANY more people have been injured or killed on 4-wheelers than 3 wheelers just due to the sheer numbers produced / popularity factor, as well as the same issue of  lack of caution;  that anybody can just hop on and twist the throttle and fly!!!  Like Honda says --- STUPID HURTS! 

It is stupid easy to flip a three wheeler, been there and done that. Four wheelers a are exceptionally more stable. Another consideration is that four wheels can straddle the hump while three always has one on the rough part.

I have only owned 3 wheelers my whole life. I have never had any accidents on them. Anything can be dangerous if you use it the wrong way. 3 wheelers should never have been banned in my opinion. They are lighter and a lot more nimble than a quad. It’s all about the person riding it I guess

[Mudman]

Looking At quads not racers, not tractors, just a quad to ride around. I am 200 lbs. How big do I need?250? 400? I think I want 4X4. I do not want a giant size one, little and easy to ride. My brother has a like 800 cc giant one that is just about the size of a jeep bobtail, with winches and al sorts of stuff. I do NOT want that. smaller and dependable is more important than speed.
Thanks
Carl

https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/snw/d/2003-suzuki-ozark-250/6531121232.html    Good price for 2x4 basic good transpo.

[Calvin Rayborn]

3 wheelers are a ton of fun, um were anyway.  If you are not experienced they are dangerous in certain ways.  Corners, off camber front misplaced, ruts, turning on a hill!!  Front is very light up hill wheelie, downhill weight transfer sketchy etc.  So in comparison yes they are for experienced riders to say the least.  I don't care for em.

Good points - Experience does make a big difference, but even most newbies can do a lot with a good tri-moto as long as they are responsible and don't try to ride beyond the machine's capabilities. Out here on the East side, many three-wheelers can be found in good shape for ridiculosly low prices, and can still be a great option for an outdoorsman on a budget.   MANY MANY more people have been injured or killed on 4-wheelers than 3 wheelers just due to the sheer numbers produced / popularity factor, as well as the same issue of  lack of caution;  that anybody can just hop on and twist the throttle and fly!!!  Like Honda says --- STUPID HURTS! 

It is stupid easy to flip a three wheeler, been there and done that. Four wheelers a are exceptionally more stable. Another consideration is that four wheels can straddle the hump while three always has one on the rough part.

I have only owned 3 wheelers my whole life. I have never had any accidents on them. Anything can be dangerous if you use it the wrong way. 3 wheelers should never have been banned in my opinion. They are lighter and a lot more nimble than a quad. It’s all about the person riding it I guess

 

[Calvin Rayborn]

$1500.00 not $400.00  I found a lot of them so far, one a 1993 300 cc might be too old has lots of options tho. $2300.00, found a few for around $4500.00 newer with lots of stuff. winches etc. Racks. new one cost too much. Looks to me that a patient guy with cash can make a hell of a buy, I will wait for that. Thanks for your help

Carl

$15 - that's pretty good for Lynnwood... 

Craigslist man, Craigslist!!!! It ain't Dick's! I've NEVER paid full bore on a craigslist deal...Offer him $900 cash and see how it rolls!   

[Calvin Rayborn]

PS - Nothin' strikes-up conversation or gets ya some "old-school skills" cred around huntin' camp like an ole' tri-moto. Course I'm not you're average bear when it comes to laying low and fitting-in...which is a lotta folks' bag these days... Anyway good luck on a find, whether it be 3 wheels or 4 or even 6!