Did we mess up buying a Polaris Ranger?

[@llewellinfelon]

I hope yours does well. I’ve had two rangers for farm work and both have been money pits. Bought a Kubota and never looked back.

[@mikep1085]

Thats not a Polaris issue... thats a dealer issue. Same with them raising the price after you bought it. Bad dealer. Call Polaris corporate office and complain about the dealer. You should also contact the FL Attorney General regarding them charging sales tax on labor.

[@DonFarmer-hq5sw]

As a farmer 👩‍🌾 when I have a problem on the equipment, I find a fix and fix it. We have always been on our own 😊

[@flashgordon99999]

Wow! I have had my 2022 570 Full Size for almost a year now and over 100 hrs. Have not had any issues at all with it. Hope you get it all straightened out.

[@ChuckD351]

Jack it up, put it on jack stands. Put it in gear and watch the tire that is getting hot for anything dragging. Pull the wheel and look at the bearings. Hopefully you’ll find the problem

[@kentapley9315]

I bought a new Polaris just like yours back in 2014 and had two big problems with it. Something in steering system made a terrible noise occasionally and like yours they could never find a problem, would not make noise for them. And something in rear drive system was messed up. They finally repaired it. Been a while so I can’t remember what it was. Got sick of new machine with these kind of problems. Took it to another dealer that sold Kawasaki and traded it on a Kawasaki mule and am still running it today with not one problem in 8 years.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Nice, if they don’t figure this out I might do the same. It’s definitely frustrating spending that much money on a brand new machine only to have more problems than a used piece of junk would.

[@labsarebest]

We have one. A 2021. No issues. We have a 2021 1000 crew as well. NO issues. Seems the engine is running rich, really rich. Had an atv that had a glowing exhaust, was a sensor. Replaced the sensor and fixed the issue. Its a dealer problem. Some dealers are a××holes!

[@donaldsaunders4736]

It’s nice to know what the warranty covers so if o buy one I’m going to ask and I want to see it on paper. Thank you for your comments it was very important

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Also check reviews on your dealership. Our dealership is garbage, but I’ve heard there are good ones too.

[@guyina4x499]

Also I'd check that the brake on that wheel isn't dragging a little. After a short ride jack up that corner and spin the wheel. Also i agree 100% on warranties. When i bought my new Ford in 2019 i told the sales guy i didn't need to talk to some other guy about extended warranties and accessories, really pissed me off they made me wait over an hour to tell that other guy no. He then laughed at me when i said I'd sell him the factory warranty for 1/2 the price of the extended warranty?

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Hahaha nice!

[@ethandearborn3760]

We just sold our 2021 Ranger XP 1000. It was a really nice machine overall but we just got sick of bringing it to the dealer over and over. Good luck.

[@todddejong4817]

An update on this would be nice.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Unfortunately I still haven’t found a fix. It still heats the tire up, but it hasn’t exploded so that’s a plus.

[@bruceposekany9320]

We bought a new XP900 in 2019 and have had nothing but problems from the get go. It started with drive train noise took it back to the dealer and they had it for a week and replaced the front differential and still made same noise. The owner of dealership called me and said there was nothing more he could do for me and he was sending back to us. Took it to a different dealership and the service manager and I went for a test drive and after 2 miles of driving it, he told me that was just the way it is, some make noise and some don't. I called Polaris corporate and talked to a factory service rep and he acted like he could do nothing for me. I called back 4 more times to see if I could get the problem resolved. They finally got tired of me and gave me 3 years extended warranty for no charge. 2 years ago I started experiencing a cold start engine rattle and took it back to the second dealership and they kept it overnight so the could hear it the next morning. Called me and said they couldn't hear anything and not to worry because it still was under warranty. I still have it and still has cold start rattle. The bottom line is Polaris could give 2 shits about there products! Think I will sell it and buy a CAN AM!

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

It’s definitely frustrating.

[@mikedsokc]

I know this is an older video, but my Yamaha Viking would turn the pipe red. I changed to arrester tip to a less restrictive arrester tip. It's louder, but the problem is solved.

[@MarkKratzMC]

Most dealers are independent. I would write Polaris directly and send them a link to your video. See what they say. I would be more worried about the bushing on the suspension. I agree with you on the extended warranties I never buy them. I would’ve named the dealership as a warning to others. But that’s just me. I think the smell may go away over time as the surface oil on the tires dissipate. I would be interested to hear an update.

[@popeyesailor2191]

I would take that spark arrester out of that exhaust pipe that’s gonna create extra heat I have the same machine and that’s the first thing I did to take that part or rest or out. I have no overheating problems and I believe you really had more of a dealership issue as him crooked.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Is that the little insert inside the pipe after the muffler?

[@popeyesailor2191]

@@MaynardFamilyHomesteadyes.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

@popeyesailor2191 I’ll try that, thanks!

[@popeyesailor2191]

That is just resistance on the exhaust system. And it creates pressure on your pipes and exhaust don’t flow as well. builds up extra heat Thank the epa and other government agencies for keeping us safe

[@popeyesailor2191]

It will definitely help you out. I have rangers. And zero issues. But i take those out as soon as I see them on any ov my equipment

[@chadauer1113]

I agree with the warranty,and on my 2020 ranger I have a cover that goes all around my exhaust but it may very on the model

[@shawnhanniman8597]

Those 570 s are known to run hot. Some dealers are not as good as others.

[@stackula99]

I'm having trouble understanding why it's running that hot in the first place. That seems like an issue in itself with a liquid cooled engine. May not be circulating coolant properly. Don't assume the dealership knows what they are doing.

[@jdcalame6714]

Canam defenders are where it’s at for farm rigs. I have both right now and the canam is better for work

[@roysmith7899]

Just want to add one more thing. Do you have adjustable shocks, if so adjust them all the way up. It will not hurt the ride or drive control.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

I’ll check it out and see, good idea!

[@ShoneRead]

We are in the market for a side by side. Like you, money is important. Polaris pricing is way over the top to begin with, but this video is enough to ensure we buy a different brand...

[@scottnugent4791]

Can you wrap the exhaust with header tape or make your own heat shield? You are not the only one with this problem if that helps!

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

I’m planning to make my own heat shield once my warranty is up. Good to know it’s not a fluke machine!

[@scottnugent4791]

@@MaynardFamilyHomestead I would make it now and just make it removable without leaving any tracks.

[@StephenSkinner-s8p]

We hv a 2022 rangers crew xp1000. We paid approx $21 for the same Polaris rear mirror...pays to shop Amazon. Make sure your heat shields are in place over the motor. The cargo bed warms up, but not the tire. Guess it depends on how long you idle.

[@Jjason601]

Thanks for posting 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@texashillcountryadv9197]

Former service employee here I’ve worked for a lot of the major brands they all have issues like this that we can’t replicate reason normally being because we can’t use the machine under the same exact conditions as you when your having the issue so unless it’s more obvious it can actually be hard to get to the bottom of especially if you don’t have a good service department working on it. To there defense tho I can almost guarantee they told you before you even left it there that in the event they could not replicate the issue that you would be charged a one hour diagnostic fee it’s required by law in most states that they do so. This is not a Polaris issue you won’t find a TSB from engineering on it and you won’t find another video of the same problem because it’s a flook issue probably stemming from the way it was being driven just judging off my experience. You could also very possibly have a lose clamp next to that tire that clap is a expansion clamp and as it heats up it gets tighter if it wasn’t torqued correctly it may not be expanding enough to close the gap and as a result leaking hot gas at your tire.

[@KevinsNorthernExposure]

Rubber tire melting point is 365 deg. I suggest driving your truck down the road and checking the rear tire temp....I'd guess pretty hot. 180 is warm...but not melting temp...not even close.

[@johnpalmer6822]

wow, could it be the brake dragging or wheel bearing? Looks to be enough air gap for a moving utv to the tire?

[@Supertramp01]

Curious if you still have this machine and if the problem has persisted? Almost seems like the exhaust may be plugged and causing an issue.. Not sure if you noticed but the heat actually discolored the bushings on the rear sway bar😮

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Unfortunately, I’m stuck with it. The problem never went away, we just take it easy and don’t go for extremely long drives with it. If you run it for 10 or 15 minutes, you can smell rubber burning and feel an amazing amount of heat coming off of it.

[@Supertramp01]

@@MaynardFamilyHomestead might I make a suggestion... I think the converter in the muffler or the spark arrestor is collapse and causing the heat... I would find a cheap aftermarket muffler and bet that will fix your problem.. I know polaris has converters in the elbows of the muffler.. Just a thought. I dont think its anything serious and the dealer should have fixed it

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

@@Supertramp01I greatly appreciate it! I’ll have to give that a try.

[@tjspaddy]

Moving away from my Ranger. Best of luck.

[@bagglyfe8400]

Polaris sucks I ordered a 21 Rzr turbo had a recall on the clutch assembly got a stop ride notice for about 4 months call the dealer kept telling it on Polaris they kept saying they trying to solve the issue so I sold it will never by Polaris again

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

I definitely haven’t been impressed.

[@LazyDWorx]

Did you ever fix this problem?

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Unfortunately no. We just take it easy so it doesn’t get too hot.

[@LazyDWorx]

Looks like there would be enough room to wrap the exhaust pipe with a header wrap which would keep the exhaust heat inside the exhaust system instead radiating to your tire. Additionally, looks like the spark arrestor in still in the end of the exhaust pipe, you could try removing it as a diagnostic test to see if the exhaust is a bit too restrictive, there is a service interval for cleaning the spark arrestor. Definitely doesn’t feel good to not get any support from your local dealer. Unfortunately I have heard too many stories like yours with all different kinds of power sports dealers.

[@Jetmen84]

What did you figure out? And do you still have the machine, and if so, how's it working?

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Absolutely nothing. Polaris says there’s nothing wrong so we are just waiting until it messes up. The exhaust gets so hot it glows orange, it doesn’t make sense how hot it gets near the tire. It’s gonna blow at some point. :-/

[@Jetmen84]

@@MaynardFamilyHomestead glow orange is crazy...good luck

[@jonkadnolker4149]

Sometimes you buy lemons, i had a brand new 21 honda rancher go into the dealer 2-3 times now for electical problems but i had 3 polaris rangers and 1 of them just needed basic maintance, ive have good luck with them.

[@ajp368]

Did you happen to get a video of the tire smoking? I have a 2010 Polaris ranger 400 (317 hrs) which never had a problem which I gave to my son and I just bought a 2022 ranger 570 and has been good so far . I hope you get it figured out

[@TheStealthbob]

I have always had the opinion that those who sell warranties are just the same as a bookie, they set the line where the house wins. Warranties are basically insurance, don't buy unless the potential lost value would be life changing. As for the issue, I am thinking that there is an engine issue of some sort...that its running too hot? I have the same machine (non crew) but the exhaust shielding setup is identical. My 2021 has 3,500 trouble free miles on but I don't have anything close to the heat that must be making, have you run it hot at night? ...with those temps my bet it would glow red, that would be a good pic to send Polaris (deal direct not through dealer btw). Its either running real lean or perhaps you have a blockage with the spark arrestor, try taking that out and test maybe? All machines have their issues, its the people that suck sometimes...good luck.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Hmmm, I didn’t think about running it at night. I will give that a try. Thanks for the advice!

[@guyina4x499]

Let me just say, that barn looks awesome in the back ground.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Thanks!

[@ariesnc6320]

@@MaynardFamilyHomesteadlooking at 570 crew or a Can Am defender . Did you look into a can am before purchasing this or a Honda ?

[@ariesnc6320]

@@MaynardFamilyHomesteadPolaris use to own Victory motorcycles. A recall was done due to the same issue with exhaust on my motorcycle. The brake line is routed wrong and the exhaust causes it to get hot so they had to come up with a fix for that. Seems like a similar heat issue with sxs.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

@@ariesnc6320 I didn’t actually. We looked at a few others but not the can-am.

[@Josh0606player]

Well ya I agree with all everyone said but we had the bad luck of winning one of these at our local casino.. Well don't get me wrong it was a great feeling winning this but paying the taxes, and to top it off the casino cheaped out got the cheapest model with out doors windows, winch or a roof .. I was ticked off once I started pricing these out from polaris.. and I to had the burning smell but not rubber it was the plastics and what not but after awhile it went away.. idk about his 2023 but on my 2020 it was part of the breaking in period. I like to save money and made a lot of my or bought cheap alot of my stuff for my polaris

[@roboneil711]

I disagree with you 100%. It’s a dealer issue. I live in Michigan. I use Babbitts in Muskegon. They have never screwed me. 2021 ranger crew 1000. I have the extended warranty. Used it at 14 months. They replace all 4 shocks. Cost me $100. You have to pay to play. 5800 miles. 3 belts, 1 set of shocks. And a hole lot of smiles we change all the oils at the times you should. We are not friendly on ours.ordered a new one. Wouldn’t change a thing… it’s your dealer!!!

[@mikezahnow1605]

I wanted a polaris ranger but given that we have kubota equipment ended up getting a kubota sidekick because of 0 % financing.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Cool, how do you like the Kubota?

[@mikezahnow1605]

@@MaynardFamilyHomestead My wife and I will find out soon. We are picking it up right now lol.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

@@mikezahnow1605 awesome!

[@mikezahnow1605]

@@MaynardFamilyHomestead ok So picked it up this morning, been driving it quite a bit today. I'm impressed with how smooth it is, no vibration at all. Quite a bit of pep to get you moving fast but you definitely will not throw a lot of dirt off the tires taking off. It will go 45 top speed but I'm to old for the need of speed. It's comfortable Will say. It's built like a tank lol with poured steel A arms very impressive. It's built heavy for work but yet still fun to take on a trail ride. 62 inches wide so not every atv trail. So far in one day what I see I like it. We will see.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

@@mikezahnow1605 Good deal! It sounds like you made a great choice.

[@tty117]

Take some tinfoil and wrap it around the entire tube and see if that helps. If it does, go buy some fiberglass exhaust wrap, it’s fairly cheap, wrap it and you should be a whole lot better

[@Day12My]

You shouldn't have to do that with a brand new machine...Polaris is TERRIBLE

[@joseramos7476]

that's a dealer issue, contact Polaris.

[@roysmith7899]

Sounds like to me that you a problem with your dealer. I have a 2020 ranger, I have 1260 miles on it and have no problems with it at all. I us mine everyday on my farm and even ride it on the road going one farm to the other.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Yeah I’m not impressed with our dealer for sure.

[@pattynetolicky5393]

We have a 2 yr old polaris ranger 1000 with power steering setting in the weeds, we farm, never used it for trails, we went to check cattle thats it. We replaced the motor once, after 6 months the motor is junk again.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Oh no, that’s not comforting!

[@texashillcountryadv9197]

Yeah that’s definitely user error of some sort there are hundreds of thousands of ranger 1000s out doing work they haven’t changed the motor in like 10 years made with the same materials on the same tools and assembly line 99% of owners are not having there motors blow up ever 6 months ever tryed servicing it correctly or blowing out the air filters I ranch too and have a fleet of them only ever lost one motor because it was just old over 4k hours. You need to reevaluate how your using or treating that machine. You saying sitting in the weeds Leeds me to believe it’s rode hard and put up wet.

[@mizerman5568]

Sorry that happened to you brother, only ever had an extended warranty once which turned out to be useless when needed, that was in 1986 .

[@brucethoel3636]

Its more dealer then polaris call a different dealer and see what they say.

[@newhampshire-bob1604]

Wow! That is a poor design on Polaris’s part! Other people got to be having this issue! If so, I would have thought Polaris would have come out with a fix!

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

We researched a little online and it seems we’re not the only ones having trouble.

[@kylefamilyhomestead7007]

Dang that’s awful brother. I hate to hear that and don’t blame you a bit for being angry.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Thanks man. It’s definitely frustrating. I could understand having problems from a used machine, but not brand new.

[@lonewolfmcquade105]

The tire shouldn’t be heating up

[@eurotripper722]

The dealership up my way or south?

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Not far from you. :-/ 🐊

[@Day12My]

Should have got a Honda

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Yep or a Kubota.

[@Day12My]

@@MaynardFamilyHomestead love your channel! It’s good that there are good wholesome channels out there to watch! God Bless

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@deanbarr5740]

Wow, that's awful Mr. Maynard. Worse it's a rip off. Polaris makes a good product but that dealership won't stay in business long doing that. I'm having similar issues with my J.D 3025 e tractor and loader. Its not the the brand, it's the dealership not honoring the warranty. Would I buy another J.Deere?? Yeah, but not from them. They did me the same way Polaris did you. That ain't right.

[@ndoc8889]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKmsdqx8gKZgpbcsi=k9cUNaRdGw1yQVt3 kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4Tan5qvhKd1iMksi=hsHi-3bBHSqaOQ7U Polaris is not of the same quality they were in the early 2000s and are a long ways from the old Sportsman 500 days. Quality control, spontaneous fires that never seem to have a fix, insane prices… Really has been sad to see the decline. The only thing that’s improved is their marketing. Would need to make some major improvement for me to ever own one again. Sounds like you’ve got a fire waiting to happen with yours. Get rid of the death trap and get something Japanese.

[@wrfarms9741]

I did my research and compared the various brands and models. I don't need to drive 40+ mph and I wanted a diesel and hydrostatic drive. I cannot stand belt drive as it is prone to a number of problems. I also wanted a real, air tight cab with air-conditioning as I keep a large number of beehives and it can get pretty hot at times. The AC and saved me from heat stroke a couple of times. I purchased a Kubota RTVX-1100C. I love the machine, next to my Dodge Cummins 2500 4 x 4, it is one of the best purchases of a new item in my 60+ years. For farm use, the Kubota RTVX is a much better choice in my opnion as it can carry upto 3500 lbs. in the hydraulic dump bed. It is not the fastest machine out there but having all of my farm equipment diesel powered is important and reliability & usefulness is essential. Sorry you are having problem with your Polaris. I looked at them and they just did not appear well built at all in my opinion.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

I bet that AC is great! I’m spoiled with my cab tractor.

[@Bullfrogg2017]

Oh the joys of KZbin! Anyone can make a video to complain about something. Yet, you fail to give enough information. What was the ambient air temp? What was the tire inflated to? How much weight were you carrying? How many miles did you drive? It's doubtful the burning rubber smell is from the tire. It's more likely the belt, which is normal for a new machine. It's also normal during regular use if you are loaded heavy or pulling hills. Too many people now just don't have the knowledge of how things work or the laws of physics. I will agree that Polaris has gone crazy with their pricing. But, as long as people put money down and then wait 6 months to get their machine they will continue to have crazy prices! I bought a 2017 Ranger XP1000 in October 2017. It's been one of the best investments I've ever made.

[@TheZrpilot]

I have a 2022 570 SP, same color, except two seater. Do you have an Oxygen Sensor in that exhaust pipe, near the Cylinder, kinda pointed vertical towards the drivers side?

[@frankpaglianite4158]

dealerships like most are real butt heads and money grabbers that’s why they call them Steeler ships as far as the machine I have a 2022to 570 and I really like the machine but it does have a few quirks to it with the four-wheel-drive and it makes some strange noises at times that I just can’t figure out what it is if they had to do all over again, I bought a Honda hands-down so for you guys that are still thinking about the Polaris don’t move on

[@rickyarmstrong9267]

They are high priced toys

[@rudyrivera7426]

Bad deal! I was never to much on that brand! Because, What have heard From others who had related issues! 🙏🏻

[@BakerBaker1-9]

you should have walked when they changed the agreement price ..... drop names let people know who is doing wrong (in the right spirit) - sorry to hear about the headache and the wallet ache - i agree about warranties or the so called extended warranties -Ford got us - out right lied to me (the dealership) had the trans done 3 times and they finally said we dont do warranty work on our warranty work -no kidding !!!!! i got corp involved and they did nothin but run me around - SHAME on FORD - so much more to that FORD nightmare story - I had it towed to a junkyard - and washed my hands of it - also had to repent for the thoughts and words I used - sorry for the rant . GOD bless

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

I really should have looking back. Sorry to hear about your experience, that’s frustrating. Thanks for watching and God bless!

[@shanedeel2]

He called dirt bikes junk lol

[@Day12My]

noticed that too...lost my respect when I heard that.

[@eliudvelazquez2744]

My dude, I´ve enjoyed your videos, this one has me pissed off, polaris ppl are scamers, they operate in a few countries, the same bull c operation everywhere. be carefull out there with them.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Thanks man. It’s definitely frustrating

[@kedrickreddsr1995]

wrap your exhaust with fiberglass header wrap if you are concerned with heat issues

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Good idea, thank you!