[quote=elkaddict]We have a 2010 Teryx that has been nearly trouble free. I was so impressed, when we needed another SXS, we picked up a Mule FTX Pro which has been fantastic. Ours are used more for work than play but get used hard (the older Teryx actually has a usable bed for hauling). These things have proven so reliable I’d venture Kawi actually sees very few warranty claims even though the period is 36 months. I test drove both the Honda 700 and 1000 before buying the FTX pro. I particularly liked the 1000 (700 felt cramped). Those who have had transmission problems are pretty unhappy after expiration of Honda’s short warranty. I chose the reliability of the belt driven machines, and the availability of a low range.
All I hear about is the necessity of travelling with a belt when operating belt driven machines. Leads me to consider machines that are not belt drives.
I know of a dozen Atv’s and s by s that are 15 years old and none have ever broken a belt or even needed one replaced (these were Yamaha, Kawi and Suzuki machines). If you’re thinking they’re like snowmobiles, in my experience, you are mistaken. Granted, these were 4 stroke 450-700cc machines. Can’t speak for the high performance machines that are such the draw these days.
