RE: ATV advice
I have owned a few different makes and models and have ridden many more.My current personal favorite is the honda rubicon because it offers a hydrostatic transmission which is extremely smooth,quiet,can be shifted manually,has the best engine braking in the industry and has no belts to slip or break.I work mine hard and it requires very little maintenance and is extremel dependable. The 2005 model also has disc brakes and part time 4x4.If you aren't going to work this machine hard the rancher 400 has the same transmission but without the dual ranges.It is also slightly lighter and a little easier on fuel.