Looking for new UTV...

Sonnie · 2009-10-07 21:23:48

We have an old Mule about 8-9 years old and we are looking to get something new, but have not sure about the best to buy.

We would probably like a two row (4-6 seater) better than a two seater.

Speed is not an issue... power is more important, but still not the main focus. We mostly just cruise around... general light duty work with the occasional heavy duty requirement.

We definitely want 4WD and a good smooth ride. Comfort is probably the most important of everything. Our 19 year old daughter would say speed is the most important thing, but we ain't buying it for her.

I checked out the Joyner UTV's, but they all appear to be manual transmissions with a clutch, which won't work, no negotiating. The wife and daughter don't do the manual trans thingy... it needs to have forward and reverse, no having to change gears.

Our friends just picked up one of the Ranger 6 seaters and are really praising its ride comfort. They purchased an 09 model for about 12,400 with a windshield and top. The one thing that they have complained about with it is the dust seems to suck right back into the seating area really bad. Not sure if this is merely a windshield thing or the design.

Anyway... would like suggestions and welcome dealers to contact me. I have no problem buying out of state to save a few bucks if the unit can be shipped reasonably and still save some money.

Thanks!

RANGERDALEXP · 2009-10-07 21:40:33

I would go with what your neighbor said but remember the 2010 models have the 800 now :!: :idea: .

66cummins · 2009-10-07 22:26:53

I have been pricing the new ranger XP with the eps. I think the rhino is going to get turned into the 2 seater play rig and the ranger will be the new family truckster.....

Sonnie · 2009-10-09 17:15:43

We ended up going with a 2010 LE Sunset Red since we are big Alabama Crimson Tide fans. Looks near enough to crimson red to us. The only extras we got for now are the top and we order some CV joint protectors.

About the only thing I am not happy about is the noise level... they are terribly loud. It is not quite at loud at higher speeds, but at slow cruising it is a nuisance to me. I would really like to figure out a way to quieten it down some.

Titan · 2009-10-09 21:59:49

I have seen some things that are made for hunters, its like a second muffler it is supose to cut noise by half or better.
The only thing is I have no clue whats its called. :cry:
Ill look around and see if I can find it again online.

Sonnie · 2009-10-10 05:59:27

I found the Benz Silent Rider UTV Exhaust Silencer for about $150, which seems to work from what I have read thus far.

Benz Silent Rider UTV Exhaust Silencer

I am thinking of giving this a try.

Alton · 2009-10-10 06:01:24

Uh ! The silencer maybe .

RANGERDALEXP · 2009-10-10 12:05:03

We ended up going with a 2010 LE Sunset Red since we are big Alabama Crimson Tide fans. Looks near enough to crimson red to us. The only extras we got for now are the top and we order some CV joint protectors.
About the only thing I am not happy about is the noise level... they are terribly loud. It is not quite at loud at higher speeds, but at slow cruising it is a nuisance to me. I would really like to figure out a way to quieten it down some.

I am amazed that it is that loud. This maybe a stupid question but does it have the stock pipe on it :?: , If it does then i would look into the system from benz. I am with you on the quit thing on the exhaust because a few friends installed aftermarket exhaust on there rides and they are way to loud now on what was once a nice peaceful ride but i never had any complaints on the noise level on the stock system. That is why i went back to it on mine and the aftermarket one really never made all that much more power to begin with...

Sonnie · 2009-10-10 16:24:18

Yeah... it is the stock system. It is not crazy loud, but more like a nuisance loud.

We are looking at picking up a RZR too and it is worse.

RANGERDALEXP · 2009-10-10 17:02:33

I know all about it but i personally did not think the stock system was too loud. I have never used this system from Benz but for your needs it may be perfect for you. If you do get it let us know what you think.....

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