Gordon you said it !! honda developed a REAL transmission in the rubicon. no belts!
I will admit ONE flaw with honda. no disc brakes. but there is a aftermarket kit for them that is super. i expect to see them on new honda' s soon.

ruger i guess i like jap atv' s and tractors. kubota is #1..
i can' t seem to buy those jap guns though!

i am not condemning polaris i just think your money is better spent and you will far happier in the long run with a honda.

Oh one last note the best atv i have ever seen in the mud is a suzuki king quad. i have seen them put it in diff lock and go where others will not!and they they are very tough . but i am a honda man right now!