I have narrowed my choices mostly to Can-Am Defender XT 3 seat H8 or H10 after looking at several other makes but have not had a chance to test drive the Can AM. I found a dealer farther away who can do a test ride later this week.
What should I look for and notice during a test ride? I am familiar with the cab features, suspension, etc. but not sure what I would look for during the ride. Would imagine it would be steering, turn radius, ride, acceleration, seat comfort, etc. Since I have not totally committed myself to the Can AM and have not seen the Polaris 1000 coming out nor the Pioneer 1000 I still want to be convinced I'm favoring the Defender.
I'm also wondering about which engine I want. I'm trading out a Polaris Ranger 570 and it has 44 h.p. The H8 says it has 50. That does not seem like much of an increase. I'm doing light work around 5 acres and trail riding but like a little excitement in my toys. I don't want to regret getting too small an engine.
For those of you who have a Defender or have made similar selection decisions what are your opinions, likes/dislikes, engine, etc.
Also about how much under retail could I expect a dealer to get to on a 2018? I may trade in my 570 or sell it on ATVTrader or elsewhere. Any advice on that? Not sure I want the brain damage of personal sell. Thanks for any comments.