Gotta like them new Rangers !!!

[rzrgade]

And so it begins.............lol.

 

[neilsleder]

Yah there nice. I really like the Polaris line up of atvs and utvs!

 

[Rhodesie]

like the orange. I have been taking off the vertical xp decal and it looks much better.

 

[rzrgade]

Thanks i am not a decal fan as well.....
Thanls for your advice and help as well, much thanks !

 

[Rhodesie]

are you pickin' one up Nev?

 

[lshobie]

I liked the Ranger I test drove, didnt like the wobble throttle on bumps though. Other than that a nice ride.

 

[the_real_wild1]

Is that what you are buying?

 

[rzrgade]

Bought one today.....couple of weeks to come in though.

 

[Rhodesie]

Bought one today.....couple of weeks to come in though.

nice. I think they are pretty sweet.

 

[the_real_wild1]

Should be interesting to see.

 

[QuintinG]

Well Nev, I've liked all the other builds you've done and im sure you'll make this one nice. My only question is why didnt you do a rzr xp 900? Also from what I saw on Polaris' website the ranger has hp in the 60's instead of the higher power of the rzr xp 900.

 

[byronkentgraham]

God those are ugly front ends, but after seeing your builds I'm excited to see how it turns out.

 

[arff]

He is bulding a Can am recovery machine...

 

[BIG DAWG]

He is bulding a Can am recovery machine...

Is that your way of saying its a showpiece that will never get used....

i am sure intrigued with this choice figured it would be green

 

[Remoth]

Where's the rest of the front end?

 

[SlowKrawl]

It's no maverick but that thing looks pretty damn cool lol. Is the pic of yours or someone elses?

 

[rzrgade]

Just a few thoughts: I have done a lot of research and talked to a lot of people about the 900 ranger,here our some of my conclusions based on that.......Firstly ,these are my opinions and preferences so this would be totally different than the next guy depending on what you want out of your machine !
The 900 is stout built and made more for work than any thing else. The 900 motor is proven and this version has the same bottom end as the 900 XP, although HP numbers are lower, torque is amazing. It is much like a diesel in that regards ,compared to a gas engine.
I dont need to be the fastest,but i like snappy power down low and this has LOTS of that. Also more power is avaiable with RZR parts if wanted....This motor was designed to run at 6500 all day every day,a more suitable rpm range for the riding we do....

The gearing and clutching is spot on a tad lower than the RZR,stouter diffs ,frame and suspension. The undercarrige is a arm, so it is more protected, easier to lift and provides a little more articulation with the proper lift kit(arched&raked). As well as being 60 inchs wide only.....Or 4 inchs narrower than a rzr 900 XP.
With a 3 inch lift and 30`s,you will have over 18" of GC,the magic # where you get through mosts holes pretty easy if there is a bottom.
Rode a maverick the other day,fantastic machine but i cant see over the big hood lol......Great in the dunes not so much up steeps side hill cliffs..........
This has a very rider forward seating position, you can see your lines with ease. Like the high seat position,tired of the wet azz ,in the rzr.Tons of storage, and really great fit and finnish (american made,not mexico)Power steering is standard on the LE,and there is room for 3 with easy access in and out.
I also like the big box with access to the motor to wash and clean out/service being easy !
PLUS i can haul 10 to 20 gallons of fuel in the box .enough for Arff to start a small fire...............
Like all newer Popo`s the rear axles are ???,and the bushings should be upgraded to aftermarket ones.

For 6000 less than an 900 rzr ,i think it is good bang for the buck........time will tell...LOL

These are some of my thoughts,but i will keep you posted good or bad of my findings

 

[arff]

Is that your way of saying its a showpiece that will never get used....

i am sure intrigued with this choice figured it would be green

It won't be a showpiece. It can get a green wrap.

 

[somethingnuw]

Just a few thoughts: I have done a lot of research and talked to a lot of people about the 900 ranger,here our some of my conclusions based on that.......Firstly ,these are my opinions and preferences so this would be totally different than the next guy depending on what you want out of your machine !
The 900 is stout built and made more for work than any thing else. The 900 motor is proven and this version has the same bottom end as the 900 XP,ans although HP numbers are lower torque is amazing. It is much like a diesel in that regards ,compred to a gas engine.
I dont need to be the fastest,but i like snappy power down low and this has LOTS of that. Also more power is avaiable with RZR parts if wanted....This motor was designed to run at 6500 all day every day,a more suitable rpm range for the riding we do....

The gearing and clutching is spot on a tad lower than the RZR,and stouter diffs frame and suspension. The undercarrige is a arm, so it is more protected, easier to lift and provides a little more articulation with the proper lift kit. As well as being 60 inchs wide only.....
With a 3 inch lift and 30`s,you will have over 18" of GC,the magic # where you get through mosts holes pretty easy if there is a bottom.
Rode a maverick the other day,fantastic machine but i cant see over the big hood lol......Great in the dunes not so much up steeps side hill cliffs..........This has a very rider forward seating position, you can see your lines with ease. Like the high seat position,tired of the wet azz ,in the rzr.Tons of storage, and really great fit and finnish (american made,not mexico)Powewr steering is standard on the LE,and there is room for 3 with easy accessin and out.
I like the big box with access to the motor to wash and clean out/service being easy !
PLUS i can haul 10 to 20 gallons of fuel in the box .enough for Arff to start a small fire...............

These are some of my thoughts,but i will keep you posted good or bad of my findings

Great opinion right up... almost made me want to run out and buy on and were not even in the market...

 

[QuintinG]

Yeah when you point out all the differences between the ranger and rzr I can understand your choice. And its not like you'll get left behind because its got a couple less hp. And the width is a big bonus for sure. Im more inclined to get a utility machine over a pure sport and can appreciate the extra storage and ease of use.

So are you selling the old rzr now or waiting till the new rig is trail ready?