We need a Honda Wolverine

[rlutech]

So I've sold my Rincon, and it's time to get serious as to what SxS to buy. For what I want to do with a SXS, all signs point to the Yamaha Wolverine. I really do like everything about the concept of the Wolverine. Just don't want a CVT, and really want to stay with Honda. Does anyone think Honda will ever build something to compete with the Wolverine? I just don't know if the P700-2 has what it takes to be the trail machine that I'm looking to have. 100% of my use is trail system riding in Northern Wisconsin.

 

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[Plumber32]

So I've sold my Rincon, and it's time to get serious as to what SxS to buy. For what I want to do with a SXS, all signs point to the Yamaha Wolverine. I really do like everything about the concept of the Wolverine. Just don't want a CVT, and really want to stay with Honda. Does anyone think Honda will ever build something to compete with the Wolverine? I just don't know if the P700-2 has what it takes to be the trail machine that I'm looking to have. 100% of my use is trail system riding in Northern Wisconsin.

That exactly where I ride tomahawk and hurley . Where do you ride and I'll give you my thoughts

 

[Hondasxs]

Agreed.
need a 50", 700cc, and a 1000cc model.

 

[JTW]

So I've sold my Rincon, and it's time to get serious as to what SxS to buy. For what I want to do with a SXS, all signs point to the Yamaha Wolverine. I really do like everything about the concept of the Wolverine. Just don't want a CVT, and really want to stay with Honda. Does anyone think Honda will ever build something to compete with the Wolverine? I just don't know if the P700-2 has what it takes to be the trail machine that I'm looking to have. 100% of my use is trail system riding in Northern Wisconsin.

Will the Honda 1000 not work for ya?

 

[Plumber32]

If you go up to Hurley . the 1000 is king. some of the trails in Wisconsin are more geared towards atvs. So a smaller sxs is more fun.

 

[rlutech]

That exactly where I ride tomahawk and hurley . Where do you ride and I'll give you my thoughts

We ride primarily in Marinette, Oconto, and Forest counties in NE Wisconsin. Also go to Iron Co. (Mercer, Hurley). Sometimes we also get over to Black River Falls area as well. I think the Wolverine is awesome...just not sure I'd be happy in the long run stepping away from a Honda.

 

[rlutech]

Will the Honda 1000 not work for ya?

I think the 1000 is a real nice machine. However, even the base model is getting a little more than I really want to spend (still considering it tho). My use of the machine will be strictly trail riding which the Wolverine seems to be geared for.

 

[Crow_Hunter]

I think the 1000 is a real nice machine. However, even the base model is getting a little more than I really want to spend (still considering it tho). My use of the machine will be strictly trail riding which the Wolverine seems to be geared for.

For the money, the Wolverine is where it is at for the combination of ride, fun and durability from my research if you want a trail riding machine. I actually went to buy one but they were out of stock of the model I wanted (Green EPS R-spec)and then my wife decided that she would rather have the Pioneer 1000-5.

The RZR, Wildcat and Maverick have more power and can go faster and more features but they cost more and break more.

I would at least wait until the Nov 17th announcement though before I jumped in the Wolverine though, just in case.

 

[sharp]

So I've sold my Rincon, and it's time to get serious as to what SxS to buy. For what I want to do with a SXS, all signs point to the Yamaha Wolverine. I really do like everything about the concept of the Wolverine. Just don't want a CVT, and really want to stay with Honda. Does anyone think Honda will ever build something to compete with the Wolverine? I just don't know if the P700-2 has what it takes to be the trail machine that I'm looking to have. 100% of my use is trail system riding in Northern Wisconsin.

If Honda made something to compete with the Wolverine, Honda would have to down grade. Lol just joking. I have noticed that off road parks, and trails around here have always been atvs are now starting to morph into sxs trails because of their popularity by getting wider.

 

[Plumber32]

We ride primarily in Marinette, Oconto, and Forest counties in NE Wisconsin. Also go to Iron Co. (Mercer, Hurley). Sometimes we also get over to Black River Falls area as well. I think the Wolverine is awesome...just not sure I'd be happy in the long run stepping away from a Honda.

You'll love the 1000. she can really scoot. and rides well.

 

[JTW]

I think the 1000 is a real nice machine. However, even the base model is getting a little more than I really want to spend (still considering it tho). My use of the machine will be strictly trail riding which the Wolverine seems to be geared for.

Yup.. I'm in the same boat, only I bought a p500 first and now seeing the family likes it too.. I like the wolverine but it's a seating issue for me. You're right though.. if I could put the Honda and wolverine together it would be the perfect machine!!

 

[rlutech]

Yamaha wolverine is a great concept, but I I think it needs a touch of quality improvement in some areas. Honda would have a good seller I think if they make a trail rig like the Wolverine.

 

[JTW]

Yamaha wolverine is a great concept, but I I think it needs a touch of quality improvement in some areas. Honda would have a good seller I think if they make a trail rig like the Wolverine.

Particularly with their folding seat ability! That's honestly the one thing keeping me away from the wolverine!

 

[Plumber32]

Yamaha wolverine is a great concept, but I I think it needs a touch of quality improvement in some areas. Honda would have a good seller I think if they make a trail rig like the Wolverine.

It needs more power an 800+ 70 hp motor 52 is to slow for this machine . because at 35mph it's winding up pretty high I imagine .

 

[JTW]

It needs more power an 800+ 70 hp motor 52 is to slow for this machine . because at 35mph it's winding up pretty high I imagine .

Have you ridden in a p500!!? Lol

 

[Plumber32]

Have you ridden in a p500!!? Lol

Just around a parking lot . my 700 was so much better at 30 with 26 bighorns .

 

[rlutech]

It needs more power an 800+ 70 hp motor 52 is to slow for this machine . because at 35mph it's winding up pretty high I imagine .

Maybe a larger cc option would be nice for some, but the price point of the 700 wolverine is nice for many others.

 

[rlutech]

I know the Yamaha CVT gets praises from so many. But in reality, it's not the greatest set-up. The wet clutch can be a weak point ; for an example: get a front tire up against a face of a vertical rock, goose the throttle to try and climb over it.........burn the wet clutch. Also, the hub of the secondary clutch (driven clutch) has an absolutely puny hub/helix. The smaller it is, the less bearing/surface area there is to spread the load out. I was told this by a guy we know that is a guru on CVT's, designs and builds clutches from billet aluminum, and makes the so called engineers at the major manufacturers look absolutely stupid on CVT's.
Okay, rant over

That is some good information. I also like the ability to control my RPM's with a manual shift transmission. Letting the engine rev out between shifts or shifting sooner to tap into the engines low end torque. Get sick of shifting? Click it back to AUTO. Hondas versatility makes their machines much more fun imo.

 

[Chooglin]

Yup.. I'm in the same boat, only I bought a p500 first and now seeing the family likes it too.. I like the wolverine but it's a seating issue for me. You're right though.. if I could put the Honda and wolverine together it would be the perfect machine!!

If you can hold off for a while , Yamaha will be releasing a 4 seater Wolverine !!!

My brother has a Wolverine and I have to say , if I were in the market for a new sxs ,I would really consider the Wolverine ! !!!!

 

[JTW]

If you can hold off for a while , Yamaha will be releasing a 4 seater Wolverine !!!

My brother has a Wolverine and I have to say , if I were in the market for a new sxs ,I would really consider the Wolverine ! !!!!

Really?? I don't want a long machine.. that's what I do like about the Honda system. It wouldn't hurt my feelings if the 1000 were a touch narrower, had their issues worked out, full belly skid and suspension like the wolverine.