Kentucky UTV trail ride & hazards-We nearly flipped his Polaris Northstar Ultimate!

[@melissasmess2773]

Super great video. I used to ride ATV's a lot. I logged my miles against my hour meter. Utility quad was half as fast as my sport quad due to it being more than 50% heavier than the RWD sport quad. The extra weight really limits the suspension handling and ground speed. I enjoyed some really technical hill climbs, especially in the snow. I learned some hard lessons about flotation on deep snow downhill but inability to ride back uphill on the snow packed roads because the extra power needed would cause it to dig in and sink. My wench, extra cable and some trees probably saved my life, I was alone in the mountains. I would probably roll one of these unfortunately, just used to lighter, faster and more stability. Thanks for the great fun watching.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thank you for the great feedback I appreciate it! Good info on your riding history too. Please like and share if you really liked it. Happy Friday have a nice weekend!

[@mslorry3420]

I'll bet you had a back ache after that ride! Was a great ride and learning more about your machine.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Actually not too bad. More of a head ache after them pucker trails!! lol

[@photocontrol]

Some challenging portions on those trails! Pucker moments for sure!

[@kapperoutdoors]

Oh yes for sure! But once we got off that orange trail it was all good!

[@maraudermitchelli]

I was on the edge of my seat. Joe I think you stopped breathing going down that hill. Great editing.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Man you are not kidding brother! While many SXS type riders would not have issues with these kinds of trails, us narrow width utility riders don't have nearly the same stability! He was close to tipping more than once!! Thanks man appreciate it.

[@DennisWigmore]

i have a 2020 northstar crew - same issues on trials, tippy. best thing i ever did was remove front and rear sway bar links. helps amazingly - might be worth trying.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Hmm, what does removing the sway bar links do?

[@nightsong28540]

A interesting ride, a little sit up and take notice at times but a great ride. Enjoy and have fun. Stay safe, be careful,take it easy and keep dry and cool.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thanks, will do!

[@Zortfellow79]

Hey sir, thank you for your videos on your machine. I’m still waiting on mine to show up. Well if you ever feel like riding in the upper peninsula, we have thousands of miles of trails that are northstar friendly.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Oh that would be awesome! But I think it's too far of a ride for us! I used to have a hunting camp up there! Thanks

[@DexterBerniceLuck]

Good video. Suggestion, disconnect the sway bar or remove it. That will allow your suspension to articulate.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Probably a good point but I don't run Trails like this very often at all and I got the extended warranty so might as well keep it on in case something goes bad. Thanks

[@dannyg3916]

One question and one comment: Did you ever get over 5 mph???? Great job of plugging up the trail system!!!

[@kapperoutdoors]

A: Yes we made it all the way up to 7.5mph on the long, flat straightaways. B: We did not have a traffic jam behind us :)

[@jameswalsh9637]

wow after the video i’m so glad i had the rock slider installed from the dealership don’t want to hit them doors

[@kapperoutdoors]

Good call! And with the price of them doors, they pay for themselves from day 1! Cheers!

[@bobpaterson1845]

Some good trails there👍 think if you're gonna tackle these kind of trails be better with an older more beat up vehicle that. Your not gonna be bothered about gettin dented etc 🤔👍

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yep, would not have wanted to tip the 34k machine over on its side!! :0

[@lloydmarche3058]

Wow those machines are quiet. I have to use ear plugs in my commander. Maybe time for a new Polaris . I enjoy riding but the noise is a big downer for me since I work around loud equipment for a living . Ear plugs and muffs and work for 12 hours a day. A nice quiet ride would be more enjoyable .

[@kapperoutdoors]

yeah I agree that for me too, loud engines are no fun. I also put some sound barrier in my unit and that helped even more. Thanks and good luck

[@benjaminhale1454]

You guys need to put a long travel and some 35s on these rangers.

[@kapperoutdoors]

That would be a great upgrade for sure!! I really like the New 1500 Northstars with 15" clearance!

[@NC700_68]

a lift and widening kit on that could make it even more impressive! :D

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yep no doubt about that!

[@rigorousone1324]

Hey Kapper do you think the shorter wheelbase 2019 would have done better or is the crew cab more stable?

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yep, the shorter base would have been better IMO.. 99% sure. We really cut it close on those 2 spots, on the first one our rock sliders held us up just enough that we didn't flop on our sides. Thanks

[@rigorousone1324]

@@kapperoutdoors Yeah I opted for the rock sliders also. Thanks for the reply. I want to try those trails one day.

[@backcreekcabin4994]

Looks like a great place to ride. Wish I could of made it.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Next time! It was a good ride, and good experience. Although we could have come home with some seriously dented up machines!! :)

[@Closedaccount924]

That’s a really nice machine Your regular cab is really nice as well Do you like one over the other

[@kapperoutdoors]

Well the 19 Northstar rides smoother than the new one. But I like the new one with the new features and upgrades, and of course the extra seats so more people can join in the fun! Thanks

[@The400exboyz]

Awesome video! I'm about 2 hours from turkey bay. Is it worth the trip? Also what kind of maps was the other ranger using? I would definitely need some maps to know where I'm going.

[@kapperoutdoors]

I'd say it would be worth it. They were using avenza maps which delineated between the different trail colors, which was important due to their severity of the trails. On Polaris Ride command, it showed the trails, but I did not see any differentiation on the hazard colors of the trails. Best of luck! What direction are you! I'd like to go back again!

[@danrcockerham]

When starting to tip to one side, steer towards the tip. He kept his tires straight.

[@kapperoutdoors]

I agree but this section caught us off guard for sure! And happened in the blink of an eye! Thanks

[@tomharvey283]

Those machines are way capable than you guys are giving credit for.

[@kapperoutdoors]

No doubt! We did not push them even close to their limits, but we don't do much heavy, hazardous riding like this. Mostly just ez trails. Thanks

[@tonyparreira6812]

Hi there I'm 6'5" with a Disability looking to get a Ranger my concer is will I fit in it some of the side by side I have seen are very tight

[@kapperoutdoors]

Well I am 6'5" also, and they are all tight for sure. But the Polaris full size Rangers have plenty of room. Best of luck man! Thanks

[@clarkwheeler8764]

Orange and Yellow trails---since when do you need TRAILS? Make some new ones!!!

[@rossferree7175]

Which tires do you like best?

[@kapperoutdoors]

Can't really say as I've only had stock tires. But tomorrow I'm putting a new set of 30"'s on my Ultimate!

[@chrislawley1334]

Remove the rear sway bar

[@kapperoutdoors]

What does that do? Thanks