Quad bike - can anyone recomend anything

john77_2

hi

looking at buying a quad but not sure which one

do i go for a cheap chinse repo, a yamaha, a susuki, quadzilla etc

dont know where to start so any help would be great

cheers
john

scbk

What are you wanting to use it for?

john77_2

hi

I need a 2 seater which will be used approx 70% on road 30% off

dont want to touch the china imports if poss as i think spares etc may be a prob

shaft drive or chain?

Yamaha suzuki or quadzilla? (or other)

new or 2nd hand (how do i know if a 2nd hand one has been used and abused!?)

any help would be great

cheers

john

scbk

Well I'm not a quad expert (two wheels too many;)) and have only used them off road
But the old kawasaki's etc are good bikes, and should be easier to get spares for than the cheap chineese stuff
Not sure what ones are legally allowed to carry a pillion though? Most of the ones I've seen say rider only

Also if you run off road tyres on road they'll be noisy and won't last long, but on-road tyres could leave you stuck in the mud

TangledMemories_2

I had a suzuki quad and it was really reliable. Spares and parts will not be a problem unless you scrimp too much and go for a cheapo Chinese/Jap import.
If you go through proper channels, they will advise you on the best model for your requirements.
Remember that you will also need insurance and if you buy the vehicle unregistered, you will have to have it inspected by your local DVLA office.
Quadzilla are the leading brand of road-legal quads. My brother has one and has had no trouble with it.

john77_2

hi

thanks both

i am def steering clear of the china imports

i have found this site but think its a scam because it seems to good to be true

http://quality-atvx.com/

what do you think

john