Hit some trails in Alton area today. Haven’t been there since about 2012. Sad to see many many trails closed down. There was a new area open so we explored there a bit. More technical type riding than moderately smooth trail riding. The machine ran great as I got used to it. It is much noisier than my old ATV. The drive train whine and all. The biggest thing I noticed was how hot it was to ride. The plastic and seat got very warm which was nice when we started to ride at 31degrees F. I don’t think I can imagine riding this in warmer weather without sweating my arse off. I assume this is common. Felt good to hit trails again. I have a vestibular disorder which causes me to lose my balance fairly easily so certain riding situation can mess with me. Today I only had two instances that messed with me. So that was good.
Got home and washed most of the mud and dirt off. If we get more weather like this I may get a few more rides in before ice fishing season.