First off, great forum. I’ve spent hours browsing the many threads and have found it very useful (and comical at times)
Here’s my story…
Last year I bought my first quad (Foreman 450ES) to plow my lane way and a rink on the river behind my house. The foreman was perfect….or so I thought. It seemed I started a trend with my family/friends and now we have our own little atv group and I found myself riding a lot. Especially during the winter.
We did our first atv trip (five points trail-bobcaygeon) and it was a blast. Foreman did great and held up well. I did not. I felt like I got my ass kicked, ass was raw, arms like rubber, and back ached for days. The foreman is a work horse but I’m now using it more for recreation and less for work. The rough ride and slow top end leave me no choice…time for an upgrade!
I’m now looking for a Grizzly 700. I checked out the new 2016 today and it’s pretty sharp. My dealer got two on Friday and one is already sold. He also has two new 2015’s coming in soon for $1100 less than a 2016. There’s also a strong used market around here. I guess I’m seeking some input/guidance before I buy. My buddy has an 09 Grizzly 550. He rolled it twice on our trip. I’ve read the older ones are tippy. Are the 2014/15’s more stable as they’re advertised? Are any of you skeptical on buying a new model as soon as it comes out? In the used market, what is the best year of the grizzly? I’d love some riding comparisons of older grizzlys vs the new 2016 if anyone has one.
To my fellow Ontarians, can any of you recommend some good trail systems. We planning a fall trip and looking for an advanced trail system to ride.
Sorry for the long story, and thanks in advance.
Cheers,
Darren
