I think the engine was still ok, but the frame finally just disintegrated. Toward the end that light frame metal fatigued, I had to taked it apart and try to weld it up twice. The old Sportsman 335 was carbureted and cold blooded, They are snowmobile people for crissake you would think they could make an engine that will start in 30* weather. We have had a lot of electrical problems and component problems with ours and it seems to be a common complaint. I hate the Quality and dependabilty issues with Polaris. Manuverabilty and SAFETY is important when you are sorting and cutting a single animal in rough terrain, you can't concentrate on the cow and stay in optimum position if you have to watch the ground, and any little divot can flip you. I love the suspension, ride and stability of the Sportsman model. I have used a Polaris ATV for several years, I use it to check fence & windmills, gather, and sort off bulling cows & bring them to the corral to A.I. You are right there Brute, I want the Polaris and Cherie loved it. I love the 45 mph top speed for visiting neighbors, etc.
Kubota sidekick vs polaris ranger 1000 full#
It is NOT a power shift - you have to be at a full stop when shifting from low to high range or back. Most of the folks who claim to have had "trouble" with them have tried to power shift it on the go. It is about the most useful tool on my farm.
Mine is a 2006 model and other than change to oil and add front deflectors to protect the front drive boots from the cornstalks I tend to drive over, (may be standard now), and add a plastic sun roof, I have done nothing to it but drive it. Saves many hours on the tractor as well as field compaction. I have pulled fair size logs out of the woods with mine.
It is lighter metal and plastic to save weight. I drive in corn fields a lot including across the furrow rows. Polaris is easy to get in and out and easier on the back than many others. The Mule has always had a rigid rear axle as far as I know and really is mostly for use on roads or trails in my opinion. The Ranger will go anywhere and not shake you to pieces. own a Polaris Ranger and would not trade it for any other on the market. They are both a big chunk of change but if she won't use it or drive it-whats the point.Īny other brand experiences or comments would be helpful.
Kubota sidekick vs polaris ranger 1000 driver#
My brain tells me long run, the Kubota is by far the better value, but my wife hated the ride and was not comfortable in the driver or back seats. The local dealers are only $30 apart out the door, for the two models and equiptment I want. If they don't have any more confidence in them than that, why should I. There is a good reason Polaris only warranty's them for six months. Much lighter steel in the frame and much more plastic. It has that great Polaris independant suspension but uses the snowmoble AVT belt drive (rubberband drive) poor fuel economy and high maintenance. It is snappy, rides great,is fun to drive, has many nice features including a closed glove box and several storage cubby holes. The Polaris is on the opposite side if the spectrum. It has a whole different feel that takes some getting used to. They use a fuel pinching diesel engine and a true hydrostatic transmission. The Kubota is a great work vehicle, is heavy built, and will still be working when the Polaris is parked out in the junk, but the ergonomics and passenger comfort leave alot to be desired. I like the Kubota 1140 RTV and the Polaris Ranger 800 but they are comparing apples to oranges. I just spent the week comparison shopping for a 4-6 passenger side by side and I am no closer than I started.
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