You can buy used jeeps and 4runners and pathfinders for less than those things. Plus A/C and other luxuries. Beat them up who cares, cheaper than a utv
If you need one as a tool, there are plenty of price points to make it a justifiable expense. As a toy? Elevate your income or save and buy one if it makes you happy.
Polaris specs will always be the best that's what gets people me included. I bought the 850xp and wish I had listened to the nay sayers. My Polaris stayed in the shed broke down more than it got ridden. Just like me everyone will have to learn for themselves
Your best comment is "To each their own" These things serve many purposes and we need to choose based on our own need for one. I did my research and although I liked the Ranger I still preferred the Can-Am. Being in Canada the AC just was not important to me. I've only had my HD10 for 6 weeks now but sure am happy with it. Have fun on what ever you ride !!!!
I have the 2018 version. Fully loaded and I love it. Even got the tracks. It’s my first UTV and I’m extremely happy. The 1000 is a beast. My good buddy went out and bought one too.
so let me get this straight...Polaris compared their top of the line Ranger against the middle of the road Honda? I also noticed, that the Honda is the 5 seater, vs a 3 seat Polaris. To each their own, but...when your belt breaks. Maybe a Honda will pull you home. That is what I do for all of the Polaris and Can-Am owners.
No, they compared the same level machines. Keep in mind those are a year or two old comp vids but the highlights are what I was demonstrating. Yes, the belt can break at some point, but I've had so many belt machines over the years and never had one break yet and one of my machines I BOUGHT with 5,000 miles on it! Honda is a good machine, but built differently.
Great video, Kap. Like that AC. You might want to check Consumer Affairs .com on Polaris. Lots of warranty issues or lack of Polaris's dealer network not honoring the warranty. Enjoy the new machine...wish I had AC.
Thanks man. I do believe that a lot of these issues are local dealer issues that could be resolved with better customer service...? So we'll see how it goes but I bought the extended warranty, so now its 6 years total. Thanks. And yeah, that AC is going to rock when its 100 degrees out! :)
As I agree with you, the ranger is the best set up. Polaris has lots of cool things going on. But their build quality sucks, dependability is a big problem for a lot of Polaris owners. As I'm seeking with my 18 rzr xpt4, its much more problematic then my buddies can am x3's. In my experiences, both can am and honda will be more reliable, especially the Honda, on average. I think most of Polaris's problems are from the cheap Chinese parts they use.
I looked at Polaris 1000, and the can am defender at a dealership that sells both. The salesman indicated to me that Polaris utv’s developer fear more issues, maintenance wise, than Can ams.
They are all good as long as you don't abuse them and take care of them, I choose a Honda, I like it, sometimes wish I went with the Yamaha Viking, was always a Yamaha guy. Never had any trouble with a Yamaha, guess I'll see with the Honda. I only use it for working around the farm, putting up deer stands, getting firewood, a little bit of trail riding.
I was leaning towards the Can-AM but after watching your videos I purchased a 19 Ranger Northstar with Ride Command, love the AC in the GA Heat already!!!
OH snap! Good luck with it! Mine overheated once in some heavy, wet, riding, I probably drove it a little hard, I've heard of them doing this from time to time, I sure hope its just a break in glitch! :) But this is one badass machine! :) (I've read on some forums about 'water wetter' and a new radiator cap... )
Looking forward to the full line of videos. I have a buddy that has the Honda, count your self lucky! You would have thrown a lot of money away. Don't pay any attention to the naysayers that have commented, you and I both know you made the right choice.
Kap, you're right. I went to Polaris dealer to get battery for my Sportsman 570 and dealers were selling one of these Ranger 1000 on the spot to a customer. There were about 6 to 7 Rangers of different colors, etc and they're really tempting. Selling them fast. Great comparison data you offered. Later.
Which one is the more dependable? Personally, I wouldn't care if the Polaris was a 1/2 second faster or, I had to take a few seconds to change gears or whatever. I want ruggedness and reliability and I've seen on youtube and elsewhere that the Polaris leaves something to be desired in that area.
Kapper stated in these comments that he used turf mode 90% of the time, but in the video the rag on how it takes an extra couple of seconds to shift between 2WD, 4WD, 4WD lock, etc.
Thank you I appreciate it! We truly do want to help as many people as possible by learning from our mistakes! Matter of fact, it might be time to start looking for some 'Kapper Outdoors prostaff!' (people doing the same things :)
I have the pioneer 1000 and trail ride with a general 1000 and a ranger 1000 I burn half the fuel they do while doing the same thing the standard trans makes a huge fuel saving over the belts less rpm's and I've seen people with 40,000 miles on there pioneers trouble free which is crazy
Honda’s will out last the others however they preform so poorly against the ranger and the defender. So much slower, less torque and is easily out worked.. they are the best vehicle for grandpa to own
@@elpedrino01 Performing at 95% of the competition isn't "so poorly" or "so much slower". And when the Polaris is in the shop, the Honda is on the trails.
The 4WD systems in the Polaris and Can-Am are not the same as you mentioned. The Ranger does not have a locking front or rear differential, while the Defender does. Additionally, the Defender locks in either 2WD or 4WD. A locking rear differential is a huge element to a lot of folks.
Not only does my 2017 Ranger XP1000 have a locking rear end, it also has what they call "lawn mower" mode, where you can unlock the rear end and not tear up grass or gravel when making tight turns. My hunting partners have a Kawasaki TerX and a Yamaha Rhino. Whenever we decide to go over gnarly trails with just one machine, they both head to my Ranger..
I have heard that Polaris are good machines just expensive to work on. They seem to me to require lots of repairs. Though, if a machine has been dogged out by it’s owner, it is going to require a great deal of money, time and effort to keep it running.
It seems there is a stop ride almost constantly with one polaris or another. Two months ago I was shopping for a new utv and spoke with several dealers that sell polaris and can am. Every one of them said a couple of years ago that they sold more rangers than defenders...now they sell 2:1 defenders to rangers. I sat in the polaris, and my knees were in the dash. The defender was much more comfortable...I ordered a 23 defender max limited.
Lol a video sponsored by polaris was used to make your decision. You could have saved yourself 10 minutes and just went straight to the salesman. Good luck keeping that ranger out of the shop. It was super obvious on the can am centerblock test the shocks were tuned all the way down. The can am defender xmr will eat that ranger alive in any environment
Not so sure about that, but to each their own. I've owned several Polaris machines, all of the work crews out here mostly own them, Most of the real estate guys I know own them, they are tough machines and take a beating.
Can’t believe this review, can am blows the Polaris out of the water, as an owner of both, I can tell you that can am is the better machine, comfort, quiet, power, storage, bed size, and overall looks, by the way, in your comparison video, which was made by Polaris, they actually use the hd5, not even close to accurate
I'm about to trade in my 2019 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000 Northstar for the 2020 Can-Am Max Defender LTD with AC and heat. Hope it doesn't break down every time I take it for a ride like this POS Polaris.
Yeah a comparison video made by polaris using an hd5 haha. This dude was duped. First service in the defender isn't due till 200 hrs or 2000 miles. That polaris will have been in the shop 10 times before 100 hrs. Reverse chains and the rest of the stuff that likes to break. Would love to see a third party comparison using the defender xmr vs the ranger. Lol
Don’t forget you love changing belts. I would much rather have a dif lock and not an awd machine. Never been in a ranger that rides smooth either. Best of luck no matter!
I just wonder why are you using 2013 and 14 comparison. Everybody has done lots of improvements every year. It would be nice to see the 2020 comparison videos
My only real concern, going in on my first SXS purchase, is the longevity and reliability of the transmission and steering rack of whatever I go with. I’ve had a Honda shaft drive atv, a chain driven Honda 3 wheeler, and have a chain driven Honda motorcycle, but have only ever owned a belt driven John Deer lawn tractor. I’m sure that’s WAY different than a belt driven CVT on a Polaris SXS; more like a belt driven Harley or a snowmobile. What I’m looking at, they’re all pretty much dollar for dollar, so it’s just a matter of preference. I just don’t want to be seeing the dealership any more than I absolutely have to for little warranty things; should they arise. (The Honda lineup came about from the luck I had with the first. The old crusty 125M I had as a child. Then the 250 Recon. Then the 750 Shadow. All simple, basic machines, but I’ve not known a breakdown.) I’d like to branch out and take a chance and experience another brand, but it’s kinda hard when all you know is one brand in small engine stuff. Any helpful suggestions and comments welcomed. Thanks! Good video.
Well, there are soooo many belt driven machines that have been on the market for eons (ok you get the idea) that I think your risk is minimal overall. While I agree Honda is a great machine, the comfort just does not compare to a Polaris. The smoother ride is incredible, and as I have gotten older I do appreciate that quite a bit! Either way, best of luck! Thanks
I’ve owned a ranger and a pioneer 1000. The only thing you got superior with your Polaris is the yuppy gps stuff, ac and cab. The real stuff that makes a machine the Honda is not even a comparison. First off the test the 5 seater Honda, to a 3 seater Polaris is a drag race which is hilarious. The show a fake dyno video. The technology Honda has does not allow you to dyno in 2wd and an awd dyno compared to a 2wd Polaris would be an unfair test. And with the “soft ride” they claim you INSTANTLY lose the ground clearance. In a straight flat field or road the Polaris would be great. Other then that not a chance you will be happy with your Polaris in a year, make sure you do a year review and screen shot this comment lol Now that I’m done defending the Honda because it’s definitely a superior machine in the real world not a show room, you will absolutely LOVE the cab, love the heat and love the A/C. The lack of support from Polaris and issues made me trade mine in for my Honda and I’ll never go back.
It was your choice,...and now I see why you picked the one you did. Like I said , I like the CanAm line, but for different reasons. I guess this is why there are choice that we can make. I am not in the market right now, but it's always good to hear other guy's reasons too.
Personally I won’t own a Can-Am again. My 2016 Outlander DPS Max 650 has been nothing but problems and I use it on the farm and deer lease. I have about 500 miles only and am about to do my 4th brake job. The brakes suck. Plus the DPS had to be fixed, the rear differential had issues and the digital display went out.
Face it, its all about air conditioning! Why didn't you look at the Polaris General ride command? Love my General but i hate to admit but I think the Honda is the most reliable of the three manufacturers!
You are right and I admit that AC was a big deal! However.... Look at all the specs!!! Polaris is an animal! Now, if it breaks down alot I can't predict that, but they sure aren't some fly by night company! No doubt the Honda and Can Am are also great machines!!!
Honda is way better. 20 years from now the Honda would still be running the Polaris be in the junk yard. After the owner gets tired of endless money pit with all the repairs.
Great machine man I’m looking to get me one the pearl white one with out Ac can’t afford the one you got but for me the kind of riding I do trail and round the subdivision and round the hunting club throw a stand in the back this what I need razors are nice and have great suspension but we just casual trail ride this machine works for me
Polaris is a good machine till it starts falling apart and that will come very soon. 4900 trouble free miles on an Honda pioneer. I have owned 2 Polaris sxs and neither made it to 500 miles without going back to the dealer.
OK, now I see what you mean! Don't have the answer because in some scenes it is on the proper side! Either my screen record got it flipped or they were done in another country....?
Kap, purchased the same unit a month back, checkout the tune from rvs performance. Loaded right on a unit called the dynojet and you can flash back to stock in 1 min. Its unbelievable in performance mode. Turns the unit into a beast and really wakes the machine up!
I think I'll leave it stock for awhile and then maybe consider a mod flash. I can't imagine it with more power and speed!!!! Must REALLY be a beast!!! :) thanks.
After hearing the polaris horror stories from people i know who own them I would have chosen the can am defender (actually looking at them now) but hey to each their own i hope its worry free and tons of fun enjoy the heck out of it kapper
There is a price difference between the 3 models about 3-4,000$ with the extra features but as you said only 2 have a/c. Which in Alabama it's a needed option. Only thing I don't like on the Polaris is the shift points while loaded. It may change when you use work button idk. Let us know what you think. Kapper..👍
well there isn't really shift points so to speak because it's a continuous drive belt. However with the three electronic control systems that is what it's designed to do for varying tasks. I'll keep you posted
Hey Kap can you do a video about your CRP experience and go over all the ins and outs of it? I can't seem to find too much information about it on youtube. If you know of a good couple videos except for the generic USDA video they probably make everyone watch that is interested in the CRP program.
i really love these videos and i subscribed because i want to see how the ranger works out and everything, im happy with my cub cadet, but wish i could of gotten the same one you. in a different color of coarse.
They are a good machine no doubt. Did they get A/C yet? Seriously that was a big thing, for that kind of coin you might as well get it! We love the A/C! Thaks.
Instead of watching reviews on machines, you’re better off getting your hands on both brands and test driving them. I did that when I was looking for a machine. I drove the Ranger and Defender and I ended up choosing the Defender.
Roger that to each their own. But the real fact of the matter for me was that as soon as I found out no AC..... The defender was dead in the water, otherwise it was the first one I was looking at! That is a big deal if you are paying for the full cab and heat to get out of the elements! Thanks and good luck with the Can Am! If you are close or want to meet up for a ride sometime, holler!
@@kapperoutdoors the 2020 defenders have heat and ac not sure if thats a new option but its available now i really like the defenders but am looking at both i have heard of the can ams having only 3 wheels spinning in certain situations which isnt a problem with polaris but have also heard.of the polaris 4x4 breaking more they are both great machines guess its really what your going to be doing with them i will probably wait until the end of the year or 2021 before i purchase one to see if any bugs or problems arise with either line i really like the defender xmr with the tire and snorkel package it comes with perfect for work and play going to give them both a look though guess it will come down to options warranty and which dealer is closer and more helpful because usually no matter what u buy these days with all the options amd electronics it will end up back at the dealer eventually
How do you think the transmission/clutch with belt will holdup. My biggest fault with all the others is they use those belts. Honda is about the only one that doesn't. Like others have commented about the durability of a Honda, we have a 96 3000 Fourtrax that is ridden almost daily.
I hear you, but I have to say that so many guys that have Polaris machines get 6,000, 7,000 and 8,000 miles on the Polaris machines before they need a belt change. I guess it depends on how much mudding and hard riding you will be doing. But great that we have choices! Thanks
About to get me a 570 full size ranger. It’ll go just as well just not as fast lol I like that the cab and attachments fit all the rangers, I bet that 1000 rips! That little 570 is no slouch either though, has more power than the 700 Honda and is faster
@@middlehot Polaris gives you a GPS so you can tell them where to come to pull you out of the woods, a radio to have something to do while waiting for them and a camera so you can see them pull up behind you. :)
Great video, thanks! I'm in the market for one now. Looked at the Pioneer today and wasn't overly impressed for the amount of money and also heard some horror stories on the 6 speed shifting. Can AM is OK too, but as your video points out there's a ton of difference. Just curious if you looked at the Kawasaki Mules at all and what your thoughts are on them. Right now I'm torn between the Ranger and a Mule. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Yeah, the only problem is that....you'll see tons of Polaris in the shop, unfortunately! I love the look of Polaris the best :( Honda's shaft drive vs. CVT is the biggest deal...and perhaps the steering that doesn't fall apart in the Honda vs. Polaris' notorious steering box .
Well when you have 80% market share for machines, it stands only to reason that it will seem like more of them are in the shop! A lot of the Rangers are running out to 7,000 8,000 miles and more on the original belt. Just sayin, thanks man.
@@kapperoutdoors Very true, I'm just so not into the belt, what with the problems going downhill and whatnot. I wish they'd make the gearing like Honda, then there'd be no contest!
I had a 2010 Ranger....always thought the fit and finish and design was not as good as it could have been. Noticed newer Rangers were better. Does anyone think that the Defender is a better design than Ranger and that the fit and finish is better?
I had a Ranger, I think it was a 2005, but not sure. But I agree this new one is much more solid for the most part. Of course this is the new flagship, so it should be! Thanks
the only, but MAIN thing that discourages me from a Polaris is that JULY 4 th weekend here in St helen Mi , we had three polaris roadside BBQS! Yep! three burnt up for no reason other than that I love Polaris, and until they correct this, I WILL NOT BUY!
Polaris might seem better they have alot of experience in the field of utvs I've been around most brands enough to know that polaris is not built to last if you have ever torn apart one of there engines you'll know what I mean the bolts are always rusty and a nightmare to remove without taking threads out and can am uses rotax that alone shoud be the number one reason why can am is the best. rotax is used in aircraft do you think there gona make themselves look bad by putting there engines in junk utvs I think not look at the front of the ranger the frame is very thin metal just not what I would consider quality made
@@kapperoutdoors my dad had a Polaris machine that did him dirty a LONG time ago and was biased since and that rubbed off on me. Yours was the first video that has me reconsidering and going back into the process with less of a bias. No intention of trash talk. They have been making them longer than most after all...
Why yes I do, have thought of you guys often. How is life on the dead end? Not sure I want to inquire on how the neighbors are doing?? You need a good machine on your hilly place for sure!!! Thanks man.
We've been doing well, everything is good in our little holler lol. I like certain features on both of them. We have the five seater pioneer for when we all go out riding. Ranger is definitely easier to get in and out of for farm work.
Roger that, I hoped that you guys were happy with the new farm, I know it needed some TLC, but it was a great spot and beautiful land! I had a really big buck on camera before you got it!
Can am has some new updates that make them better. I sold my ranger to buy a 2020 can am that has more power, smoother clutching, better suspension and a quieter motor. Plus it has 6 wheels
Very nice machine! you got the ones with the most bells and whistles, everything is working like it should now but how about 10 years down the road? the honda will still be going strong when the polaris is parked in the weeds.
@@kapperoutdoors I have been looking at the New Honda's I wouldn't buy one myself. I have always had Honda ATV's and had very good service first one I had was a 92 model it's still running. But you made the right decision getting the Polaris it appears to be the best I have seen. The winch cable they make a rubber bumper that goes on them so the hook don't get pulled into the winch, have one on mine it works really good.
