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New atv

Posted: Sun May 08, 2016 9:18 am
by js
I'm looking at getting a new rubicon in the next couple of weeks what some must have accessories I should get for it never had a 4x4 atv before so just wandering what all I should consider.

Re: New atv

Posted: Sun May 08, 2016 10:48 am
by ufgators68
A winch. Spend the extra for a good one. The cheap ones die easily.

Re: New atv

Posted: Sun May 08, 2016 8:41 pm
by jellett13

Re: New atv

Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 8:40 am
by GulfCoast
I totally agree with the above two posts. And keep a snatch block on the bike, too. You may never need it, but IF you need it..........

Re: New atv

Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 9:31 am
by ScottyLee

Re: New atv

Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 11:48 am
by Chuckle12
front basket rack

Re: New atv

Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 2:03 pm
by novacaine
All of the above.......
winch
front basket
big back basket
big mofo tires

does that model come with a full skid plate (front to back)?
front stick stoppers
FYI i wouldnt put stick stoppers on the back. Very hard to keep cleaned out and they dont stop anything unless you back up everywhere.

Re: New atv

Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 2:28 pm
by Matt S
If you planning on going thru any mud I would upgrade the tires. Mud tires make a big difference over stock ones. Agree with everyone on the winch. I like a drop basket rack on the rear also.

Re: New atv

Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 2:50 pm
by DanP
Winch is a must. Front basket and I prefer a medium rear basket. In our experience the stock racks can't handle the weight of a deep rear basket. We also upgraded to 6 ply tires (with slime) that are more aggressive than stock, but nothing crazy.

Re: New atv

Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 6:21 pm
by Florida Boy
I agree with all. WARNING be careful with big racks and oversize tires, My friend had both and always over loaded the rack. The oversize mud tires wore a hole in his gas tank when the rear end was overloaded. I think it was a Kawasaki 700.

Re: New atv

Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 7:00 pm
by DUCKAHOLIC
id get the regular foreman with a solid back axle.....2 inch lift, stick stoppers, winch, front basket only....rear baskets tear you bike up and break welds....big booty tires and some pimping rims

Re: New atv

Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 9:14 pm
by Blackduck
I have itp mud lites. I did line my rear drop basket with a rubber mat to keep some of the mud out. Gun rack in front and the crappy lights is an issue I haven't solved.

Re: New atv

Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 9:59 pm
by StraightUp
For tires and rims I've had good luck with the folks at pureoffroad.com . Fastest shipping I've ever seen.

Re: New atv

Posted: Tue May 10, 2016 5:42 am
by ufgators68
There is also motosport.com. They have a warehouse in Southaven, makes the shipping really quick.

I ordered tires and wheels, a few years ago, and they were delivered in one day. 8)

Re: New atv

Posted: Tue May 10, 2016 6:26 am
by mojo662
For anyone who has issues with crappy lights on an atv, I suggest a 20 inch Cree LED light bar. I have been running one on mine for the last year and it has performed way better than expected. Its unbelievable the amount of light it puts out, and the best part of all is it only cost about $50 bucks with the wiring harness on Amazon, and only took about 30min. to install.