It is simple, strong, ugly, and will never die if you talk nicely to it and feed it oil. But it is not, and never will be, a premium machine.
If you find one used for $2,500–3,500 and it runs well, buy it as a second ATV or a work beater. Do not finance a new one. Do not take it on a 50-mile backcountry trip without a tool kit and a spare belt. Do change the engine oil immediately.
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DonateIt is simple, strong, ugly, and will never die if you talk nicely to it and feed it oil. But it is not, and never will be, a premium machine.
If you find one used for $2,500–3,500 and it runs well, buy it as a second ATV or a work beater. Do not finance a new one. Do not take it on a 50-mile backcountry trip without a tool kit and a spare belt. Do change the engine oil immediately.