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2 of 3 selected:
Polaris Predator 500×
Arctic Cat 700 EFI 4x4 Auto×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
499 cc / 30.4
695cc / 42.41
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | 499cc, 4-Stroke, Single-Cylinder ✓ | DOHC, 4-stroke, 4-valve |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | – | Yes |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | – | Standard |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Braking | – | Engine Braking System |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Polaris | Arctic Cat |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 |
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| Manufacturer Country | USA | USA |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | 5.6 feet | – |
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| Steering Make | PRO Steering (Polaris Rider Optimized) | – |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Rear Bumper | Standard | – |
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| Radiator Guard | No | Yes |
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| Light Guard | No | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Foot Peg Location | Driver | – |
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| Brush Guard | No | Yes |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | – | Yes |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Light | Gauge |
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| Suspension |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | – | No |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | – | Belt |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Power Outlet | – | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | – | Yes |
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| Front Fender Flairs | – | Standard |
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| Floor Board Location | – | Driver |
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| CV Boot Cover | – | Yes |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Tachometer | – | Standard |
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| Speedometer | – | Standard |
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| Service Reminder | – | Standard |
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| Hour Meter | – | Standard |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | – | Gauge |
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| Clock | – | Standard |
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| Trip Odometer | – | Standard |
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| Trip Computer | – | Standard |
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| Digital Instrumentation | – | Standard |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 476 / 1050 ✓ |
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| Rear Hitch | – | Receiver |
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| Tow Hook | – | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Glove Box / Dashboard Storage | – | Standard |
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| Tool Bag Mount | – | Standard |
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| Underseat Storage | – | Standard |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 45.4 / 100 |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 91 / 200 ✓ |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 45 / 100 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | – | 8 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | – | 7 ✓ |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Diff Lock Location | – | Front |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | – | Shaft |
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| Transmission Make | – | Duramatic |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | – | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | Yes |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes | No |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 279 / 11 ✓ | 254 / 10 |
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| Suspension Rear | Swing Arm 11 inch Travel ✓ | Double A-arm; 10 in. travel |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | Yes |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 254 / 10 | 254 / 10 |
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| Front Suspension | Double A-Arm 10 inch Travel | Double A-arm; 10 in. travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic disc |
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| Brakes Front | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric | Electric / Pull |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Carborator Count | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 42 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel System Brand | Mikuni | – |
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| Fuel System | Mikuni 42 Carburetor ✓ | Fuel Injected |
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| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | – |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.91in. x 2.55 in. | 4.02in. x 3.35in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 99.2mm x 64.6mm | 102mm x 85mm ✓ |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 1.22 | 1 ✓ |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid | Liquid-Cooled with fan |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 4-stroke |
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| Total Valves | 4 | 4 |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-valves | 4-valve |
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| Engine Valves | DOHC | DOHC |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 499 cc / 30.4 | 695cc / 42.41 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 | 2 |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1207 / 47.5 | 1207 / 47.5 |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 813 / 32 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 12.3 / 3.25 | 25 / 6.5 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | Yes | No |
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| Rim Material | Aluminum | Steel |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 9 | 12 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 11 | 11 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 20 | 25 ✓ |
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| Tires Rear | Maxxis® Razr PR 20 X 11-9 | 25 x 11-12 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 10 | 12 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 7 ✓ | 8 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 21 | 25 ✓ |
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| Tires Front | Maxxis® Razr PR 21 X 7-10 | 25 x 8-12 ✓ |
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| Tire Make | Maxxis | Carlisle |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
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| Number Of Speeds | 5 ✓ | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | No | Yes |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Chain | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Final Drive | Chain | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 ✓ |
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| Transmission | Manual 5 speed with reverse ✓ | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| GVWR (Kg / Lbs.) | 292 / 645 ✓ | – |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 188.2 / 415 | 316.2 / 697 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1283 / 50.5 | 1270 / 50 ✓ |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 114 / 4.5 ✓ | 304.8 / 12 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1143 / 45 ✓ | 1265 / 49.8 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1816 / 71.5 ✓ | 2154 / 84.8 |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | – | 6 Limited ✓ |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2008 Arctic Cat 700 EFI 4x4 Auto
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (695cccc)
- Highest rated towing capacity (476kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
Comparing 2006 Polaris Predator 500 vs 2008 Arctic Cat 700 EFI 4x4 Auto — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2008 Arctic Cat 700 EFI 4x4 Auto has the largest displacement at 695cccc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road work.
Which is best for farm work and towing?
For heavy farm use the 2008 Arctic Cat 700 EFI 4x4 Auto has the highest towing capacity at 476kg. For general farm duties any quad with 4WD and a towing rating above 400kg is suitable for light implements, spray rigs and game-reserve work.
Which has the better suspension?
Independent front suspension (A-Arm or IFS) absorbs bumps better than solid-axle designs and improves handling on uneven terrain. Check the Suspension category in the full table above to compare front and rear travel for each model.
Which is the easiest to ride?
CVT automatic transmission is easiest for beginners — there is no gear-changing or clutch to manage. A lower seat height also makes a quad more accessible for shorter riders. Check the Transmission and Seat Height rows in the table above.
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