I dont think you can go wrong with a Honda. It is a quality company that makes a quality product. I personally own an 04 sportsman 700 and have had a blast with it. I ride hard and rough, and the only time I was in a bad way was when my battery died. I have damaged three cv boots and one joint. Other than that, I have been very happy with my purchase. I do wish I had the fuel injected version. But, at that time fuel injection was something new to Polaris. And that made me kind of nervous. So I went with the old tried and true carburator version. I'm no mechanic, but I could probably do some carb work on my own. Fuel injection ? That's a whole different animal. Really, the main reason I went with Polaris is because it is an american made product. One thing you might want to consider is a model with a recoil. Just in case your starter or battery peters out. And a winch is the best money you'll ever spend on an ATV accessory. Also, I would suggest the extended warranty. Generally, I say, to hell with extended warranties, because products like washers, driers, refridgerators, freezers, tv's and the like are gonna last a lot longer than any extended warranty. But for something that is made for rough riding, and your dealer knows it and offers an extended warranty (mine was $99/year - 4 years) for a good price. Take it ! I dont care which you prefer, Honda, Polaris, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Susuki, Artic Cat. Chances are you're gonna tear something up. And the warranty will more than pay for itself over time.

Hey ! ATV's are a lot of fun to ride, whether you use them for work or play.
Had it for three years and the fun hasn't wore off yet.