RE: quad questions
Power steering isnt needed on a 4wheeler and very few even offer this feature. And from what I've heard about the feature it actually makes it TOO easy to steer and can actually be more detrimental to your driving than beneficial.
If you're willing to spend 8 grand you can buy any 4 wheeler out there. If you're serious about buying one you need to shop around and you can find something that will get everything you need done and be 4 wheel drive for around $4500 - $5000... Spending 8 grand on a 4 wheeler is unnecessary.. Especially for a young gun like yourself..