Need utility Side by Side

[Sawyer Rob]

What is your top end speed?

I have the older Kubota 500 and the new updated Kubota 520, the 520 is much improved over the 500 with a power boost and it's much nicer to run.

Both go about 25 MPH but the 520 gets there much faster and holds its speed much better on hills.

SR

 

[panamaguy]

Hello all,

So, I really could use a utility side by side for around my 8 acres. Mainly for fence repair, general maintenance, irrigation repairs and target setting out to my 200 yard range. And of course some trail riding while camping. I am looking at five different machines. Most are three seaters. No need for a six seater. Here they are not listed in any particular order;

1 CFMoto UForce U10 Pro
2 Kawasaki Ridge/Ranch Edition
3 Polaris Range 1000
4 Honda Pioneer 1000-5
5 Can Am Defender X MR

I know there are others on the market. I was really interested in a Massimo T-Boss 1000, but they are not available in Kalifornia. My main focus here is ease of service, riding comfort and durability. So, if you happen to have one of these machines, can you kindly chime in as to what you do and don't like about it. I have ridden in a Honda Pioneer before and it was a great machine. I kicked the tires on a Kawasaki Ridge and it looks like a great machine, but getting to the air filter looks like a pain in the rear. I have yet to sit in any of the other three. Mainly because there are none on dealer floors in the Stockton area. I really want to look at the CFMoto. A Tracy dealer is expecting some in early May.

Ok, thanks guys/gals. B.

A friend has 2 Kubota unitscon his property for work use. They are not the fast fun type of side by side but the working type. Fence repairs etc

 

[Tru-lefty]

Hello all,

So, I really could use a utility side by side for around my 8 acres. Mainly for fence repair, general maintenance, irrigation repairs and target setting out to my 200 yard range. And of course some trail riding while camping. I am looking at five different machines. Most are three seaters. No need for a six seater. Here they are not listed in any particular order;

1 CFMoto UForce U10 Pro
2 Kawasaki Ridge/Ranch Edition
3 Polaris Range 1000
4 Honda Pioneer 1000-5
5 Can Am Defender X MR

I know there are others on the market. I was really interested in a Massimo T-Boss 1000, but they are not available in Kalifornia. My main focus here is ease of service, riding comfort and durability. So, if you happen to have one of these machines, can you kindly chime in as to what you do and don't like about it. I have ridden in a Honda Pioneer before and it was a great machine. I kicked the tires on a Kawasaki Ridge and it looks like a great machine, but getting to the air filter looks like a pain in the rear. I have yet to sit in any of the other three. Mainly because there are none on dealer floors in the Stockton area. I really want to look at the CFMoto. A Tracy dealer is expecting some in early May.

Ok, thanks guys/gals. B.

I’ve got a Kubota RTV520. It’s not as big as others so can get in tighter places. It’s not a speed demon but I pull a 5x10 trailer all the time. I put a cargo carrier on the front trailer receiver so I can carry tools and stuff on the front or back. It’s a workhorse, I love it.

 

[deserteagle71]

Make sure and get one with power Steering. I have a Polaris Ranger 900xp. I have had several Polaris's. I bought and sold used ones. That would be my choice. Be careful of the Chinese ones because of parts availability. Hondas tend to be more expensive for parts but I think they make a good machine. I don't know how hard they are to work on. If your property is hilly you may want to put a brake line lock on it because parking on a incline is hard to get out of park because the incline puts a bind on the transmission.

No need to add a brake line lock on a Can-am Defender. Standard feature - push down hard on the brakes, pull up on the lock and the machine ain't going anywhere. Works on all four wheels, not just two like some "Parking Brakes".

One of the reasons I chose a Can-am was that it had both a brake lock built in, plus a "Park" feature on the transmission. When I was shopping for side by sides I was surprised at how many of the different models had only one or the other. My riding buddy's Yamaha Wolverine, for instance, has no "Park" position on the transmission, only a parking brake handle to pull. Same with the Yamaha Rhino in our Search and Rescue unit.

 

[deserteagle71]

For some UTVs, operating in hilly terrain can take some getting used to: as you let off the gas you get engine braking only down to a point, then the clutch on the CVT transmission "lets go" and you have no engine braking. You have to keep the engine RPMs up slightly to keep the clutch engaged. Yes, you can always just step on the brakes instead, but to me this is just counter-intuitive: step on the gas to go slower?

As far as I know, this "freewheeling" feature is only on Polaris side by sides. Both of the Polaris units in our SAR unit are this way. And I detest it...as you say - totally counter-intuitive to step on the gas to make the clutch engage for engine braking! Every other brand of side by side I've been around has the clutch setup to provide engine braking. Polaris does offer the clutch that would give engine braking as an option:

 

[Bronco82]

Heard great things about the CFMoto, and it's arguably the best value of that group

I have only met three people who had various CFMoto machines and none of them were happy with them. Two traded them in on other machines (one a Polaris General and one a Can Am Defender), and the other hasn't, only because it's not in the budget for anything better.

As said on this forum many times, buy once, cry once.

 

[azuerch]

This does it for me: fencing, C&S pickup, running the dogs, sprayer, mail retrieval, Year-round operation. 48V Lithium, software limited to 20 mph (measured), high low beams, horn, 4whl brakes, trailer hitch. Auto park keeps the dogs from hitting the pedals when it's time for a r i d e . Easily handles 14 square bales, even on hills.

What is this (make/model)? And what did you pay for it if you don't mind sharing? Looks very useful!

 

[zzvyb6]

What is this (make/model)? And what did you pay for it if you don't mind sharing? Looks very useful!

It was provided free as part of my AT&T Uverse package to maintain the access point if power went down. this meas that my battery laptop can still get internet service for finding out how large the Outage map is and when can I expect serve to be restored.

I believe its a Belkin brand and I often find then at garage sales. The batteries don't last forever, even while on their own maintainer, but new batteries can be had from a battery store or Amazon, etc keep me operational.

 

[azuerch]

It was provided free as part of my AT&T Uverse package to maintain the access point if power went down. this meas that my battery laptop can still get internet service for finding out how large the Outage map is and when can I expect serve to be restored.

I believe its a Belkin brand and I often find then at garage sales. The batteries don't last forever, even while on their own maintainer, but new batteries can be had from a battery store or Amazon, etc keep me operational.

I was asking about the golf cart?

 

[Deanes]

Gas Golf Cart hits all the marks. Especially a model designed for golf course work crew. Save an bundle and take your sweety on a cruise.

 

[zzvyb6]

I was asking about the golf cart?

Sorry, the fellow wanting a power outage enunciator.

My battery electric is an Advanced-EV model.

https://www.advancedev.com/

 

[showcattle]

I have the Pioneer 700. It's a tank and workhorse, but not a speed demon. I use it almost every day on our farm.

 

[Trackerjoe]

Hello all,

So, I really could use a utility side by side for around my 8 acres. Mainly for fence repair, general maintenance, irrigation repairs and target setting out to my 200 yard range. And of course some trail riding while camping. I am looking at five different machines. Most are three seaters. No need for a six seater. Here they are not listed in any particular order;

1 CFMoto UForce U10 Pro
2 Kawasaki Ridge/Ranch Edition
3 Polaris Range 1000
4 Honda Pioneer 1000-5
5 Can Am Defender X MR

I know there are others on the market. I was really interested in a Massimo T-Boss 1000, but they are not available in Kalifornia. My main focus here is ease of service, riding comfort and durability. So, if you happen to have one of these machines, can you kindly chime in as to what you do and don't like about it. I have ridden in a Honda Pioneer before and it was a great machine. I kicked the tires on a Kawasaki Ridge and it looks like a great machine, but getting to the air filter looks like a pain in the rear. I have yet to sit in any of the other three. Mainly because there are none on dealer floors in the Stockton area. I really want to look at the CFMoto. A Tracy dealer is expecting some in early May.

Ok, thanks guys/gals. B.

Not sure where the first one is made so would be reluctant to go that route. You know the last four are going to be reliable units with good parts availability. We got a Polaris XP1000 and love it. I think it boils down to what features each model offers you.

 

[olenjohn]

Hello all,

So, I really could use a utility side by side for around my 8 acres. Mainly for fence repair, general maintenance, irrigation repairs and target setting out to my 200 yard range. And of course some trail riding while camping. I am looking at five different machines. Most are three seaters. No need for a six seater. Here they are not listed in any particular order;

1 CFMoto UForce U10 Pro
2 Kawasaki Ridge/Ranch Edition
3 Polaris Range 1000
4 Honda Pioneer 1000-5
5 Can Am Defender X MR

I know there are others on the market. I was really interested in a Massimo T-Boss 1000, but they are not available in Kalifornia. My main focus here is ease of service, riding comfort and durability. So, if you happen to have one of these machines, can you kindly chime in as to what you do and don't like about it. I have ridden in a Honda Pioneer before and it was a great machine. I kicked the tires on a Kawasaki Ridge and it looks like a great machine, but getting to the air filter looks like a pain in the rear. I have yet to sit in any of the other three. Mainly because there are none on dealer floors in the Stockton area. I really want to look at the CFMoto. A Tracy dealer is expecting some in early May.

Ok, thanks guys/gals. B.

Durability, longevity and a real work horse, you missed the most obvious. Kubota RTV 900. It will outwork any of the others. It’s not a speed demon but it can outhaul, outpull and outlive your listed choices.

 

[Earldog]

Hello all,

So, I really could use a utility side by side for around my 8 acres. Mainly for fence repair, general maintenance, irrigation repairs and target setting out to my 200 yard range. And of course some trail riding while camping. I am looking at five different machines. Most are three seaters. No need for a six seater. Here they are not listed in any particular order;

1 CFMoto UForce U10 Pro
2 Kawasaki Ridge/Ranch Edition
3 Polaris Range 1000
4 Honda Pioneer 1000-5
5 Can Am Defender X MR

I know there are others on the market. I was really interested in a Massimo T-Boss 1000, but they are not available in Kalifornia. My main focus here is ease of service, riding comfort and durability. So, if you happen to have one of these machines, can you kindly chime in as to what you do and don't like about it. I have ridden in a Honda Pioneer before and it was a great machine. I kicked the tires on a Kawasaki Ridge and it looks like a great machine, but getting to the air filter looks like a pain in the rear. I have yet to sit in any of the other three. Mainly because there are none on dealer floors in the Stockton area. I really want to look at the CFMoto. A Tracy dealer is expecting some in early May.

Ok, thanks guys/gals. B.

My Polaris Ranger is 13 years old and has been an outstanding piece of equipment. Low maintenance, smooth riding, and reliable. Best vehicle I’ve owned, although my 1991 Suzuki Sidekick is running a close second.

 

[WM75Guy]

The RTV 900 has been replaced by the RTV-X, either 2 seat with cab or 2 and 4 seat versions without cab. There are 3 different levels of trim.

 

[ultrarunner]

My friend has owned both new and when he bought the RTV-X we bought his RTV 900

He liked the 900 but loves the improved X for comfort…

I liked it too but not enough to pay the going freight to make an X mine.

 

[Bobcat N Mtns]

I went with Kawasaki for my place because I wanted it to be reliable and the ability to get parts. Some of the brands you listed should also be easy to find parts for them, but I'm not sure of all of them. What's interesting to me is how quickly something you buy is all of a sudden ten years old!!!

If I was to buy again today, I might consider a golf cart over the Kawasaki just

 

[Bobcat N Mtns]

I have the Mule 610 and it has been very reliable and is a tough machine, it is pretty cold in the winter time where I live so I have 2 batteries so it will always start without having to use a trickle charger. I use mine mainly the way you use yours, I am sure they are others more comfortable, but is something happened to mine I would get another one..

 

[LindenBruce]

Do not even consider a Massimo, Axis or whatever they are calling themselves lately. I have a Kubota RTX850 for my 310 acres and it gets used hard, no issues.

I have eliminated Massimo-Axis-Cub Cadet-Etc. from my list. I reached out to Massimo twice by e-mail for information on California models and never got a response. When I tried calling their sales line, I was on hold forever and finally hung up. Big turn off. B.