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RE: Joyner vehicles

gobble — Mon, 05 May 2008 21:08:31 GMT

i checked out the bad boy's, not too pleased with the price but oh well, sticking with the polaris razor 800.... it's a beast

RE: Joyner vehicles

bigpenadog — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:03:24 GMT

Thanks for the response. I am new to UTV's so some of these questions may sound foolish.

What is the disadvantage of not having a front locking differential?

Is taking off in first gear very slow so you take off in second? I intend to use this out on the sand dunes and occasionally on trails. Would you recommend for that type of use.

Do you have any photos of your Command? What year is it?

Is the under belly protected well or does it need some type of under armor. Dealer photos never show the under belly.

So no shifting to 4WD on the fly. Ads stated you could.

Thanks in advance for you information.

I am thinking of buying a Commando and it looking just like this

BP

RE: Joyner vehicles

H82LOSZ — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 21:07:16 GMT

OK. Have had it out to the deer camp and went through the real tuff stuff. Did get stuck once but was in a rutted out road that holds water 24/7 and full of yazzoo clay (gumbo mud). But since it comes with a winch no biggie. got right out. This thing is solid. Does need some front fender flares to keep mud from slinging all over. I am working on that now. It has climbed every grade i have tried and I am quite the adventurous type. I changed the oil and gear oil just to be sure it had good grade stuff in it. It is hard to do this because of the full metal skid plate on the bottom. You have to take it off then drain fluids and refill then put it back on but i figure once each year after the season is over should be enough. It rides great and even at speed. Its consistent top end is 35-38 can go faster but gets up to high in the rpms and starts to flash them at you. bought a rumble seat for the back for my 2 boys to ride, has seat belts and can be pulled out with just the rails left in so you can carry stuff. Very quit as far as rattles go. Some other makes I have test driven seem to have a lot of noise from the bed rattling etc. All the places this touches has large rubber pads so it is quiet. I love it. First gear granny, so I usually start off in 2 unless pulling/going up steep hill. If you think of anything specific you want to ask let me know. Be glad to answer any questions. I love mine. It doesnt have a front locking diff but have seen no need for one to be honest, lest not yet. I went through most of the bad stuff in 2 wheel drive cause I thought i had put in 4 wheel....lol....also have to be stopped to put in 4 wheel or back to 2 wheel. But i usually just put it in 4 when i go in the woods and dont worry about it.

Randy

RE: Joyner vehicles

bigpenadog — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 14:00:37 GMT

Hey, I am thinking about getting a Joyner Commando pretty much the exact same one as you w/27 in tires. How was the riding experience? Anything about it you did not like while riding? I would appreciate your insight into the Commando. It will help solidify my choice. Thanks.

BP

RE: Joyner vehicles

H82LOSZ — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 11:30:38 GMT

Picked up the joyner commando last nite and was impressed with the set up so far. Havent used it in any true off road riding yet but it is nice. I have to go out of town this week for a meeting but will get to ride next weekend on the property. So far i really like it. A little bigger then i thought it would be. Wouldnt fit on my 5x8 trailer without taking the back ramp/gate off. Iszuzu trooper engine parts are used for replacement so no problem with parts. The 27 inch tires is what made the gate not close. Will update more next week. I bought this on ebay, for 6000. Has 28 miles on it. Guy bought for his kids and they didnt like and would rather ride the horses so i got a good deal. More to follow.

Randy

RE: Joyner vehicles

pabowhunter — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 21:00:32 GMT

Sounds great H82. Let us know how it works out for you.

Welcome to the forum!

RE: Joyner vehicles

H82LOSZ — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 20:53:05 GMT

I just bought a Joyner 650 commando and going to pick it up this weekend. I will give it a go and let you know how it is in about 3 weeks, put it through the paces. I am in mississippi. Bad boy buggies have problem with their rear end and unless you are just going to deer stand and back the battery on any cart is less then 2 hours straight ride time. i tried to run one around my land (850 acres) and less then halfway through had to go plug it up till the next day. If you want something for hunting and riding to enjoy the property gotta go gas. I will try and add a XRT 850 club car to my hunting next year for just going to stand and checking food plots. I will update you on the joyner. Hope it works out, hehe.

Randy

RE: Joyner vehicles

DoubleTake — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 14:23:50 GMT

No, its an 05 660. I have a silent exhaust for it, I just wish it wasnt so loud in the cab. Ive got the intake routed under the hood to make it little quieter.

RE: Joyner vehicles

jlee477 — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:26:06 GMT

Nice Rhino! Probably one of the nicest I've seen. I would agree for most sane riders the rollover risk is pretty low but for us not so sane riders... The aftermarket wheels and tire you have will definitely add to the stability. Is that the new 700 f.i.? I've heard some really good things about the engine and transmission upgrades over the 660. I hope you enjoy your ride.

RE: Joyner vehicles

DoubleTake — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 11:54:55 GMT

[quote]jlee477 (2/13/2008)

Before you buy, ask for a DVD for each model your interested in. I had a few I picked-up and there was some good information. I know that Suzuki and Kawasaki has some new UTV's out as well as some others.

Based on the research I did I was most impressed with the Ranger. The only drawback was a lack of compression braking and because it is so wide it might not fit on all trails. They built the RZR which is more narrow but I think it is to sporty to hunt with. I saw alot of reports about the Rhino but I would add wheel spacers lessen the chance of a roll over.

Jason, nice Ranger.[/quote]

I like my Rhino, but the roll-overs come from people doing crazy things in them. I have never been close to rolling mine. If you dont haul tail around corners, then you should be fine. If I was to get another one though, it would be the Ranger XP.

RE: Joyner vehicles

Jason — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:32:39 GMT

jlee477 (2/13/2008)

Jason Take a look at http://www.kolpinpowersports.com/stores/1/categories/4 they typically go for $175 to $200. I have never used one but it at least ought to help. There are several review on Cabela's Beware on Kolpin's homepage they use RT as a background so you may want to find an alternative from another manufacturer.

Cool...thanks!

I've seen them, even thought about one for my 4 Wheeler, just never got one.

RE: Joyner vehicles

Zeke — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:17:20 GMT

If your looking for electric you might want to check Ruff n Tuff.

RE: Joyner vehicles

jlee477 — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:30:03 GMT

Jason

Take a look at http://www.kolpinpowersports.com/stores/1/categories/4 they typically go for $175 to $200. I have never used one but it at least ought to help. There are several review on Cabela's

Beware on Kolpin's homepage they use RT as a background so you may want to find an alternative from another manufacturer.

RE: Joyner vehicles

Jason — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:16:27 GMT

Thanks!

It came down to two different models before I bought the ranger. The mule 4x4 and the Ranger. What did it for me is the bigger engine, the EFI, and the smooth ride. What I don't like about it is the noise, it is louder than the mule. Price one must pay for a smoother ride, EFI, and 44 MPH top speed!

RE: Joyner vehicles

jlee477 — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:10:12 GMT

Here's an example of what I've been seeing alot of these lately with some used ones going for about $2,500.00 locally. Of course I'm sure they are everywhere.

http://www.americasminitruckcenter.com/japanese-4x4-mini-hunting-truck.cfm

I also found these sites which may be the ulitimate hunting truck:

http://www.whitetailtrucks.com/ and http://www.performancetopdrives.com/

Before you buy, ask for a DVD for each model your interested in. I had a few I picked-up and there was some good information. I know that Suzuki and Kawasaki has some new UTV's out as well as some others.

Based on the research I did I was most impressed with the Ranger. The only drawback was a lack of compression braking and because it is so wide it might not fit on all trails. They built the RZR which is more narrow but I think it is to sporty to hunt with. I saw alot of reports about the Rhino but I would add wheel spacers lessen the chance of a roll over.

Jason, nice Ranger.

RE: Joyner vehicles

pabowhunter — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 14:41:49 GMT

I'm still undecided right now. Besides I need to wait and get some cash saved up.

I went down and took a good look at it. There are a lot of things I like about it and a few I don't. It seems that way with about all the UTV's (I've looked around some). What I've noticed is there are a lot of things I need to consider and decide on before narrowing down what UTV would suit my needs best.

RE: Joyner vehicles

Jason — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 14:30:11 GMT

Even though I have a Ranger, I still go and build one on their site too!

We had a thread on the other site with ATV's and trucks...If its not raining today when I get home I might just take some pictures of mine and post it. I do have one of the windshield I'll post.

RE: Joyner vehicles

jlee477 — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 14:20:34 GMT

I seem to be visiting the Ranger site alot these days. It's fun to deck one out on the build my own feature. http://www.polarisindustries.com/en-US/Ranger/Pages/Home.aspx

I have a '47 Willys that I use for the "big" jobs so I decided to go with the ATV instead of the Ranger. There are definitely times I have regretted it but I did save alot of cash .

Another good forum topic area might be a place to post pics and details for ATV's, Jeeps and other vehicles used for hunting. I'd love to see how some of these might be decked out. Beside their is an area for boats.

RE: Joyner vehicles

Jason — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:48:27 GMT

jlee, I hate to tell you but you should have gotten the Ranger!

I am a proud owner of a Ranger 700 XP. It has the EFI and on a cold morning I turn the key fire it up and I'm gone. A buddy of mine has a Mule and he has to let it idle and warm up before he can roll.

RE: Joyner vehicles

jlee477 — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:40:26 GMT

I ran into a guy that has a Joyner Sand Runner and he said it is the best buggy he's ever had. He said it has been very reliable and he has had no problems with it. He seemed to be very pleased. He didn't know much about the UTV's though. Looking at the Commando spec sheet it gives up alot to the Ranger but it is also $2000.00 less than the 500 and $3000.00 less than the 700. If the price is not an issue then I would probably spend the extra cash on the Ranger. A good question you need to ask your buddy is how is the parts availability and warranty.

I almost bought a Ranger myself but it is overkill for what I need right now so I bought a close-out 4X4 350 Rancher added a drop-rack and extended warranty for about $4500.00. If I need to move something heavy I have a small trailer I use. All the same utility just not as convenient and I can't carry passengers as easily. A buddy of mine bought a Ranger 700 for Christmas and I am starting to itch for a Ranger again.

Check out: http://www.southernhonda.com/new_vehicle_list.asp?Category=2&CatDesc=ATVs&Desc=&sid=05963709X2K13K2008J12I37I17JPMQ1606R0&ModelYear=2007&Manufacturer=1&DispType=13

They have some of the best prices around. If I would have known about them sooner I would have bought mine there. Also the Honda Big Red comes out this Summer but it will be pricey.

RE: Joyner vehicles

INBowhunter — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 12:03:36 GMT

Nice looking vehicles.....I've never heard of them.

RE: Joyner vehicles

pabowhunter — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:29:12 GMT

FL_Cracker (1/10/2008)

Have you checked the Bad Boy Buggies out? Them things are smooth and quiet...

I'm not sure how well them Bad Boy Buggies will plow snow. I'll have to visit their web site again.

The 650 I drove was real quite, but then it was new. I kind of like the idea of 4 on the floor. I need to make it down and take a test drive.

RE: Joyner vehicles

FL_Cracker — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:15:51 GMT

Have you checked the Bad Boy Buggies out? Them things are smooth and quiet...

RE: Joyner vehicles

Jason — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:02:29 GMT

Pretty nice! Kind of reminds me of a hummer front end.
I have a Ranger, the reason for me to get the ranger over the Mule was the smoother ride, pulling power, seat 3 people, EFI, and 44 MPH. However, I almost went with the mule over the ranger because the ranger is loud. I sometimes wish I got a golf cart instead. But I'm happy with what I got.

I've never seen a Joyner, but from the looks of it, it should be a good strong UTV.

Joyner vehicles

pabowhunter — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:49:32 GMT

Does anyone have one of these or know someone who does? I'm just looking to get some feedback. I know someone who just started dealing with them. I drove the 650 Commando C2. I'm more interested in the 800 Renagade R2. He just got a few of them in.

How do they compare to the Rhino, Ranger and Mule (I think there a few others to)?

http://www.thunderinc.com/vehiclesmain.html