anyone like atvs?

[hwp]

We have a Traxter and it is the workhorse on our property. Its primarly use is pulling a 15 cu. ft. utility trailer loaded with who knows what. I have hauled countless cords of deadfall out of the bush and hundreds of tons of gravel, etc. My wife also uses it for working in the gardens. It doesn't get many miles but lots of hours. It is the most versatile piece of equipment we have. The F2400 has a much easier life - it only gets used to mow grass and blow snow, and occasionally do some grading.

 

[Anonymous Poster]

Boondox-Have you seen a Yamaha Vino? They run pretty strong with the exhaust and clutch restrictors removed. Unrestricted they will run about 45 M.P.H., and are pretty powerful at lower speeds. If you test ride one and it will not go faster than 40 M.P.H. it is still restricted. We have modified all that we have sold with no ill effects, and the modification will not effect the warranty at my shop. We remove the restrictors for no charge at the point of sale. Does Honda still make an 80cc Elite scooter? That is a good machine, and if it won't climb the hill you should stay off the hill.

 

[Anonymous Poster]

You will probably want something for yourself too.

 

[Anonymous Poster]

Steeles Cycle may be a source for parts. They specialize in vintage stuff. I don't recall their web address, but I found them by searching for vintage motorcycle parts. I think they are in Denver CO.

 

[MJB]

Don't own one myself, but my brother has a new Yamaha 660R Raptor. That bike is not fast, it is SCARY FAST/w3tcompact/icons/shocked.gif and a real blast to ride./w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

 

[Frank_Mulligan]

I like the ones that ride across my property to get to the trails behind us!/w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif.

Actually, they look like alot of fun...for about 5 minutes!/w3tcompact/icons/laugh.gif I'd probably rather have a waverunner, or a horse.

I used to have a Yamaha Virago 750. I was abit disapponted in the power. I guess I should have opted for the 1100, but it was my first (and only) bike, so I stayed towards the low end.
A guy at work just bought a Yamaha and had straight pipes put on. Man, that thing sound fantastic! If I had a bike I would definitly upgrade the exhaust. Sounds like a Harley.

 

[IllMarty]

Yamaben,
I took my wife, son, 2 nephews, and neighbor riding in Wisconsin this weekend. They have nice trails there. We rode over 100 miles this weekend. I have had an atv for 6 years to help put in foodplots.This was our first family outing and we had a blast.I have a 1999 Honda 450ES(with electric 3pt hitch).

What is the smallest ATV Yamaha makes for kids? My 9 YO is about ready.Marty

 

[IllMarty]

Stuck 500 Suzuki

 

[gmason]

I've had a Honda Rancher ES 4x4 for a year and it is a BLAST. It'll do 55mph and go up hills that are hard to even walk up. Pull a 5x8 trailer and take the 3 of us for a ride(wife and baby).
I've had people take it for a spin and the look on their face when they return is really something. They love it.

gary

 

[Anonymous Poster]

This is a Raptor 80cc. Electric start, shaft drive, 3 speed, auto clutch. There are rumors of Yamaha building a 50cc this fall.