Getting a decent bonus through work at the end of the year and I'm thinking it is about time to upgrade the 1993 Fourtrax. I hate to do it because the Fourtrax is a beast but, my brother needs a wheeler so it's as good an excuse as any.
I hunt in Jackson county and I'm looking at something with a little better suspension than my old one. A buddy of mine in the club has a newer Yamaha Grizzly with independent suspension. He has back problems so its good for him but I'm trying to decide on a Ranger or 2014ish Honda Foreman. I have heard the Rangers are loud but to be honest, I have hunted with that Fourtrax for years and never had a problem and if y'all have ever listened to an early 90s Honda, you know they aren't quiet. Not to mention my uncle hunts with an 84 Honda that sounds like it has straight pipes. My question is, are the Rangers any louder than something like my 4 wheeler?
Last year I was in the same boat as you. I have a 95 Fourtrax and they are virtually indestructible. Unfortunately, my back is far from indestructible and I needed a suspension upgrade in the worst way. I initially was looking at Hondas 4 wheelers with independent rear suspension but the sales team left me alone on the showroom floor and I wandered over to the Rangers. Ended up with a 570 XP Ranger and I absolutely love it. Rides great and the extra utility and storage is awesome. One of the most satisfying buys I have made in years.
And when it's 20 degrees on a cold morning the windshield really pays off when your going 45 mph on the highway.
