P500 Who has power steering, and is it necessary

[stnbenn2001]

Just wondering if power steering is necessary on a Pioneer 500. Its my understanding that it is not a standard feature on a 500. Anyone have any thoughts on this as I have not bought a UTV yet.

 

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[trigger]

Not necessary but sure is nice to have. Especially if adding bigger tires, locker...

 

[MB_Rider]

Not necessary but sure is nice to have. Especially if adding bigger tires, locker...

One of the first things I did to my P5 was install P/S and I have no regrets. Like trigger said it's not necessary but nice to have, especially if you add a torque locker and bigger tires which I would recommend as well.

 

[NTCPrezJB]

I’ve not installed it. The help with bump steer would be the biggest advantage of it in my opinion. Static turning of the wheels isn’t really an issue.

 

[Duckhunt]

I thought it was necessary for me after locker install. If you do trail riding the unlocking and locking of the front locker going through corners was enough for me to install it. Worth every penny.

 

[HUCK]

I have 27" tires , no power steering , don't NEED it . My rzr and Talon have PS and it's great but if you don't have a plow then it's just a nice thing to have .

 

[Todd627]

Like everyone has stated already.....not needed....but is really nice.

 

[bobbybog]

Agree with everyone else. I have PS and it is nice to have, but not absolutely necessary


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[100Acre]

I put it in mine and love it. don't do it if you want forearms like Popeye. it's also nice if you have arthritis, carpel tunnel etc

 

[Wallace]

First mod I did and it was well worth it.

 

[Mudder]

Love mine. Would be my first mod if doing it again. In Southern terms, its like having a car with AC versus just the windows rolled down in a traffic jam.

 

[Splorin]

Tire width (10's or 11's) and or wheel spacers will increase steering effort and bump steer. PS will help alleviate those issues. With the locker install it won't be 'selectable' in 4WD so you'll appreciate it also. My previous rig had no PS and was fast. I just liked the feel thru the wheel. Selectable locker meant I only had to fight it in technical stuff. P5's are a different animal though. Luxury it up with shocks and PS if you can afford it, your body will thank you....

 

[PJ1]

Poor man's power steering works well plowing for me. The snow tends to grease the skids.

 

[snakeriver]

I got it and would not hesitate to buy it again...

 

[Karns07]

I went 6-7 months through the winter without having PS then decided to get it and now i don't think i could go back. As others have said it is not necessary, but is well worth the money.

 

[Lady01]

No not necessary, but absolutely worth the $$

 

[RiThomp70]

Necessary no, but I wouldn’t be without it. There are so many great accessories/modifications out there for the P5 that many of the commenting members have given awesome reviews and recommendations, but sortIng out how u think u will use the machine is critical in selecting which ones. I use my machine for hunting, plowing & mowing with a pull behind brush mower. 3 months of mowing at speeds under 5 mph maneuvering in the woods without PS and an Elk hunt in CO with the bump steer issue in rocky terrain. I personally wouldn’t wait 3 months again to install it. Best modification I have.

 

[Peter_72]

I’m running 28” heavy mud tires and turning is not an issue, the biggest benefit to ps IMO would be to help with bump steer! I will eventually add it but there’s still a couple of things that I want first.......shocks being at the top of my list!

 

[SuperATV]

Yep....not an absolute, but it sure is nice. You'll never want another machine without it. PM me for a discount if you want to pull the trigger.

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[nctrailboss]

It frees you up to be able to steer and pick your nose at the same time.I love it!