just a little update and some pics.
well so far logged about 650 miles on the ACE and no major issues. 2 trips to WV, 1 trip to TN and 2 race events and so far the only maintenance ive done is the oil change and routine lube. i did add some accessories but kept it simple. unfortunately and i am talking from a couple of months ago, i havent checked lately, the only accessories have been Polaris. the aftermarket hasn't caught up to it really. Ive added front and rear bumpers, the lower door kit, a 12" light bar, roof and a dry storage toolbox. again all of those are polaris which tends to get expensive, except the light bar. power is pretty respectable and the walker evans shocks that come with them are pretty good, although the springs are actually polaris which is probably the weak point of them. in feb i entered a local race event because they offered a single seat utv class. i was the only mono guy who showed up so they through me in with the 1000cc utv open class in which i placed 3rd out of 6 in both motos.
i have since the 1st jumping experience gotten the concept down now and quite frankly enjoy getting air any time i can. with a little practice using the throttle have pretty much learned to land level on command.
A month after purchasing the ACE i actually went back to the dealer where i got it and bought my wife an RZR900s. it has just gotten to the point the the travel rides we do are getting more and more challenging so the 4wd and the ground clearance was staring to become a must.
doesnt mean i like the buggies any less or want to choose one over the other, i just look at it as it is another extension of my love for riding. the only thing that the buggy and the ace have in common is the 4 wheels and the steering wheel. riding one compared to the other is as different as when i ride my dirt bike or quad it just depends on the mood that day. we are pretty much done with them for the year so i just need to do some prep for this winter. might do a ride in WV this feb.