Is that pioneer lifted??? It looks like it, however maybe the aftermarket wheels allow the new tires to stick out past the fenders a little and it just looks it? Any wheel spacers there?
I have a honda pioneer 1000-5. great machine but not great for thick mud. It is too high geared. If I did it over I would definitely get something with a CVT. I would rather take 20 minutes to change a belt than change a $400 clutch, $1200 if done by dealer. The new Yamaha RMax 1000 would be my choice.
Great machine! Here is a short video on how easy the maintenance is on a Pioneer and you save a ton of money. This is the easy fuel pump replacement and diagnostics: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-D_yk1_I5Lnc.html