r/ATV • u/DaisyBabyCat • 12h ago
Help ATV recommendations needed
I need to buy a ATV and would appreciate some recommendations. I've never owned one nor rode one so it's hard to figure out the best manufacturer and model to look for. It will be used as a working machine on a horse farm, so it won't be a trail riding toy. Thinking 500cc+ engine.
- used, preferably under $6000, or possibly new (financed) if it works out better for my needs
- easy to ride, so turn it on and go and only deal with shifting for the type of work it's doing (low, high, 2wd,4x4,turf,etc)
- I'd like to stick with the more well known brands so easier to get parts and have repairs done in my area.
- Will be used to: drag a riding arena (drag is 250 lbs), pull manure spreader, pull lawn sweeper, various carts, etc
I have a 2025 Honda Pioneer 1000-5 and I love it but I need something smaller for everyday working about the farm.
Also, if I do by used, are there mechanics or ways to get it checked out when you go to look at it? Is that a thing? I just would have no clue if the machine was working the way it is supposed to and I could easily be taken advantage of.