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New Toy

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by lukem, Feb 28, 2024.

  1. lukem

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    Feel weird even posting this because it feels like a brag, but I bought a SXS. It's a little bit of a tool but, if I'm being honest, it's mostly a toy.

    Added a winch, new tires, and some extra lights. Torque for days and rides like a sedan. Had it for a month and am super happy with it.

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  2. Ronaldo

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    Very Nice! You'll find so many uses for it and wonder how you got along without it.
     
  3. Sandhillbilly

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    Tool… toy…. Same thing :D
     
  4. eatonpcat

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    Nice...Enjoy the new toyool!
     
  5. John D

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    Who cares if you brag a little you bought something really nice show it off and enjoy it
     
  6. buZZsaw BRAD

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    At least it'll make hoarding more funner! Wanna see it full of wood...soon! :tree:
     
  7. buzz-saw

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    Nice , Thanks for bragging. :thumbs:

    Who wouldn't like that.
    I would love a UTV but it would probably a little too much for my 1/2 acre postage stamp, and our wonderful state has zero options as far as places to go unless you want to run illegal.
    Take a ride for me and enjoy it.
     
  8. Horkn

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    Nice! I'm sure you'll get a ton of use out of it, recreationally and for work. . What engine is in that?
     
  9. RCBS

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    I'd love to have an HD edition. Nearing 5 years with my Mule Pro mx. It ain't wanted for nothing. If only the bed was a little larger. My only real qualm with the machine.
     
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    Very nice! The way I see it, you earned it.....no need to apologize or feel you're bragging!

    But I will say I'm a little jealous!
     
  11. 203coffeeman

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    Makes moving wood around the yard so much easier.
     

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  12. lukem

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    999cc parallel twin.
     
  13. brenndatomu

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    Geez, that's a twin thumper! :thumbs:
     
  14. The Wood Wolverine

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    Nice! :dex: That’ll be fun to use.
    Bragging is only annoying if the person doing it does it non stop, at least that’s how I see it.
     
  15. Horkn

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    And not slow either. I'm impressed that kawi made a mule that isn't slow and more sport oriented, just a bit, but still can do all work and not stupidly priced.
     
  16. lukem

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    I spent quite a bit of time on this today cleaning up trails. We got tore up pretty bad by a storm last summer and stuff is down everywhere.

    Loaded down with people and gear it still goes up all the hills effortlessly in 2WD. Still waiting on the 20 hour first service before I push it any, but I don't know that I'll ever need to. Goes down the road or trail 30+ MPH on 1/8 throttle. It sure is nice to make it back to the shop in a couple minutes versus a 15 minute tractor ride.


    I don't have a lot of experience with the newer versions of the SXS machines but this one leaves me wanting for nothing. Tons of torque, carries tons of people and gear, and ride quality is great. Complete overkill for my needs but sure is nice.

    If you are in the market for a work with a side of fun machine I would definitely take a look at this one.
     
  17. lukem

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    Sounds like one too. It's pretty quiet overall but you can still tell it's there.
     
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    Good looking set up. That should come in handy on the place.
     
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    Does that have the option to fold the rear seat down for a longer bed?
     
  20. lukem

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    Yes, the rear seat folds down and the headache rack slides forward. Gives you probably 20ish" of additional bed space. It has the right mix of bed space and turning radius...some of the other 4-6 seaters are as long as a pickup truck.
     
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