Just bought a 2022 Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Forest Edition last fall. I previously had a 2016 Yahama Viking (best belt drive transmission in the business and bullet proof engine) which was a great machine too. So far the Pioneer has been very reliable although pretty pricy as they were very hard to find back then. Paid $25K out the door, It came with a lot of accessories already installed (Warn Winch, Windshield, Roof, nice rims, camo color, etc,),

Pros are it's very quick power (1000 CC twin cyl Honda), no belt auto 6 speed transmission with automatic or manual modes with paddle shifters, the ride is great, very roomy up front for 3 big passengers, very quiet especially after break-in (can actually hold a normal conversation up front without yelling) and what I like a lot is a TURF mode that unlocks the rear differential which allows it to turn on a dime and not tear up your yard and not "PUSH" the front end when turning causing a lot of front tire wear, And most of all its a HONDA (very reliable and holds value very well)

Cons are the weight (prob close to 2000 lbs), It is kinda jerky when downshifting especially when slowing down rapidly in AUTO mode, back jump seats are small and the doors could be tighter and better built.


Last edited by deadeye; 07/09/23 07:55 AM.
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