[chapman8523]

Hey guys and girls, just wanted to reach out and say hi. I will be picking up a 2018 Kodiak 700 EPS SE this coming Tuesday. I have been riding since I was 6, i'm now 33. I tried the SxS world for less than a year and now I'm back haha. My last machine before a SxS was a "08 Grizz 700 and loved it. From what i'm reading on here the Kodiak is a great machine and the new 700 is impressive. I just wanted to say thank you for all the posts, it's invaluable when trying to decide on a new machine and I look forward to sharing information once I have a little time on it.

 

[sevennine]

Great choice! Can't wait to see some pictures of your new Kodiak.

Hey guys and girls, just wanted to reach out and say hi. I will be picking up a 2018 Kodiak 700 EPS SE this coming Tuesday. I have been riding since I was 6, i'm now 33. I tried the SxS world for less than a year and now I'm back haha. My last machine before a SxS was a "08 Grizz 700 and loved it. From what i'm reading on here the Kodiak is a great machine and the new 700 is impressive. I just wanted to say thank you for all the posts, it's invaluable when trying to decide on a new machine and I look forward to sharing information once I have a little time on it.

 

[Primethious]

Welcome to KO!
What was your deciding factor to pick the Kodiak over the Grizzly? Mine was seat comfort/shape.

 

[bugguy44]

Yes Welcome!

Their is a lot of knowledge and information on this website and glad to have another to spread the knowledge! And Primethious that's a good question. Anyway welcome and hope you post a picture of the new rig!

 

[kodiakmatt]

Mine too... And a price tag of 7800 compared to all most 12 thousand!!

 

[chapman8523]

Welcome to KO!
What was your deciding factor to pick the Kodiak over the Grizzly? Mine was seat comfort/shape.

My deciding factor was this machine is going to be used in AK for mostly hunting. I need a work horse that will stand up to abuse. The price point was great too, I also like that it's slightly lighter, turning radius is better, seat height, and handlebar feel. I pick it up on Tuesday and can't wait. I am having mud lite II's put on as well, had those on my last machine and loved them.

 

[Primethious]

Did you stay with 25's or did you go up in size?
Post some pics when you get it!

 

[chapman8523]

Did you stay with 25's or did you go up in size?
Post some pics when you get it!

I went with the 26's

 

[plumber]

you will love it! I bought mine by mistake, I wanted a Grizzley but the bike shop ordered the Kodiak se so I said it looks good lets do it ! i love it more than the Griz it sits lower, and is more nimble in tight trails, We do alot of riding at Hatfield and Mccoy trails . I have done some changes to m ine , but not necessary. { depends on what you want} Welcome to the Club!

 

[chapman8523]

Picked it up this morning and just got back from my first ride. I am impressed. I will post some pics once my post count is higher and i am allowed to do so.

 

[chapman8523]

Here it is, more simple mods to come. I couldn't be more happy with the purchase, but like all machines I have bought it needs to go through some work and adventures before I can truly trust it.

 

[sevennine]

Very nice! You've made a great choice. I love the black against the snow, makes for great pictures.

 

[chapman8523]

Just wanted to share some photos of the Yamaha cargo box I just installed on the back rack. Seems to be good quality and is also designed for the rack so it inlays and fits clean and solid.

 

[KodiakKevin]

In my area, a good reliable used ATV is hard to find, so buying new was my best option. I live in the Rocky Mountains outside of Denver so I need a serious snow plowing machine, in addition to a great machine for steep mountainous terrain and capable of handling rocky boulder fields. The Kodiak was a great machine, powerful, but yet light and nimble and the cost was unbeatable.