Pioneer 500 tows 3100+ lbs (video)

[SouthwestORV]

Back by popular demand...this little video we took, just experimenting for fun with our machines. My 2018 Honda Pioneer 500 towed this load easily - it did not require heavy throttle input, therefore not much strain on the clutch. We also made certain the tongue weight was appropriate. We are not saying this is a good idea, or even suggesting anyone else tow more than the recommended amount - per Honda. We are simply sharing a video we think some will find interesting.

 

[Montecresto]

We are not saying this is a good idea

Thank goodness.....

 

[SouthwestORV]

Thank goodness.....

More like, “watch me break mine...”

 

[Backwoods]

I understand the Polaris needed to be towed. But I bet it would have smoked a belt if it was the other way around.

 

[Montecresto]

I understand the Polaris needed to be towed. But I bet it would have smoked a belt if it was the other way around.

Nope, I’ve pulled more with mine, lol.

 

[SouthwestORV]

Nope, I’ve pulled more with mine, lol.

You own a popo?

 

[Montecresto]

You own a popo?

Yep, a good one. 11 years old, about 6K miles, original belt and brakes, still going good...

 

[alloutdoors]

Hold my beer, watch this....

 

[SouthwestORV]

Yep, a good one. 11 years old, about 6K miles, original belt and brakes, still going good...

The unicorn... Ranger 800? RZR?

 

[SouthwestORV]

Hold my beer, watch this....

*root beer

 

[Montecresto]

The unicorn... Ranger 800? RZR?

Ranger 700

 

[SouthwestORV]

Ranger 700

I’m curious how you like your P500 compared to the old Ranger 700. Strengths/weaknesses, etc.

 

[Montecresto]

I’m curious how you like your P500 compared to the old Ranger 700. Strengths/weaknesses, etc.

Well, I wouldn’t even begin to compare them they’re so very different. The Polaris Ranger is of course a much wider machine with lockers, it has a dump bed, seats 3, and has a vastly more comfortable suspension and much more travel. It’s also equipped with the best power steering of all my SXS’s, the P5 of course doesn’t have any. My PR is primarily a farm tool, I’ve beat the hell out of it carrying boulders, firewood, lumber to build a remote cabin, barn cleanings (manure) top soil etc. but it was the only SXS I had for about 5 years and so probably a third of its miles are trail related.

The P5, just a completely different machine, is my prized trail machine. With about 3,000 trouble free miles exclusively on the the trails in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and New Mexico. For trail riding, I’ll take my P5. It’s also my most modded SXS, with a total monetary investment probably only second to @trigger lmao.

 

[SouthwestORV]

Well, I wouldn’t even begin to compare them they’re so very different. The Polaris Ranger is of course a much wider machine with lockers, it has a dump bed, seats 3, and has a vastly more comfortable suspension and much more travel. It’s also equipped with the best power steering of all my SXS’s, the P5 of course doesn’t have any. My PR is primarily a farm tool, I’ve beat the hell out of it carrying boulders, firewood, lumber to build a remote cabin, barn cleanings (manure) top soil etc. but it was the only SXS I had for about 5 years and so probably a third of its miles are trail related.

The P5, just a completely different machine, is my prized trail machine. With about 3,000 trouble free miles exclusively on the the trails in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and New Mexico. For trail riding, I’ll take my P5. It’s also my most modded SXS, with a total monetary investment probably only second to @trigger lmao.

You responded to my question beautifully. Thank you! I see you, indeed, can "serve two masters." Few can do this when it comes to Polaris vs "Japan".