I just picked up a new machine to test. I had a great visit with Polaris at the SHOT Show back in February. I had just met with Browning and noticed next to their booth that Polaris was there showcasing the new Ranger 700. However, this machine was a little special as it was a Browning Edition full of great accessories and of course the great Browning logo.
It comes with a 700cc twin EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection) powerplant, awesome winch, camouflage plastic and rims, rear independent suspension, huge dump box, and great powder-coated roll cage and front bumper. It is set up to hold a ton of accessories. We are going to have some fun in the next few weeks as we put this monster machine to the test.
Look for the full test to be featured in Hunting Illustrated available in July.
Kody
May 10, 2008 at 4:27 pm
yes will someone tell me if a trailer that is 60 inches inside to inside is wide enough for the ranger xp
John Z
July 11, 2008 at 11:13 am
I bought a 700 xp last fall, and it has aways blown hot air in from under the dash,. I also seems very fumey when the cab is zipped shut. Now, with the summer heat, it is unbearable. It also blows heat from the seat up our backs. Anyone know how to stop the dash board air from blowing heat in? I talked to some dealers to shrug their shoulders and say, “nobody else has complained of that.”
c man
July 23, 2008 at 4:45 pm
does anyone no where i can buy a polaris ranger in oklahoma around norman
Lowell Kickliter
August 8, 2008 at 11:12 am
Hi all,
I’m a new owner to a used 2004 Polaris Ranger 500CC 4×4 and love the machine. I was told by a dealer that the fuel pump runs at a pressure of 40PSI +\- 3. I have a hard time believing that. Considering most I’ve come across are spec’ed out to be say 5 to 9 PSI.
Does anyone out there know the spec for this machines fuel pump part number for the 04 is 4010658. I would greatly appreciate the info.
Thanx in advance for any help you can give.
Dave Kucera
August 21, 2008 at 7:38 pm
I just bought a 2008 Orange Crush Ranger 700 and took it out for a week of hard riding. After a few days I noticed that the left front tire rubs noisily against the wheel well when I go over bumps at fast speeds (also at slow speeds in rocky conditions). The dealer says everything appears to be fine and I should upgrade my suspension. Has anyone else had this issue? I hate to spend $2k to upgrade a suspension if it is a manufacturing issue.
John K
August 26, 2008 at 12:11 pm
My 06 XP 700 has also had the camo turn purple, pretty embarrassing when your neighbors keep asking you about it, mine also has wheel noises at 118 hours. Kind of depressing reading this blog and the problems, sure paid enough for this thin.
ANNA B.
September 4, 2008 at 1:38 pm
My husband owns a polaris ranger , which seats six, seat belts and all.
When he is coming down hill with it in low, it will slips out of gear or else trys too. What is the problem
odis
September 6, 2008 at 9:50 am
I bought a 2007 ranger browning edition. The camo is turning pinkish to purple color dealer just said its embeded in plastic . Plastic under seat and on floor where bolts go thru all cracked dealer to check with Polaris
Tom
September 8, 2008 at 12:05 pm
Bought a 2008 Ranger XP belt and cover had to be replaced at 35 hours. Floor in center of cab cracked Cannot get any communication from Polaris concerning warranty. Would not purchase another Polaris product.
Frank
October 16, 2008 at 8:32 pm
I have a 2007 Ranger 700. The drive belt has flew a part twice in 200 hours. The 2nd time I was on a bridge and near got slammed into from a pick up. The first time it was out of warranty by two days and Polaris would not give a little. I like the machine but doubt if I’d get another next year.
scott
November 27, 2008 at 5:20 pm
Just got 2009 ranger with electronic fuel injection could not shift gears dealer says many have the problem they are trying to fix the idiling problems which cause hard shifting..so beware this can be dangerous what triggers it is going down steep hills and coming to a stop and try to shift to reverse can not do have to shut key off and shift
charlie leonhardt
February 28, 2009 at 6:52 am
BOUGHT A BRAND NEW POLARIS RANGER 700 XP 09′ MODEL, IN SEPT. O8. GREAT MACHINE ! RECENTLY I’VE NOTICED THAT THE RADIATOR FAN DOESN’T KICK ON, MAYBE ITS BECAUSE IT HAS BEEN COLD HERE IN WY. I USE IT ENOUGH ON MY FARM THAT I SHOULD OF NOTICED WHETHER OR NOT IT HAS BEEN WORKING. SOMETIMES I SMELL RADIATOR FLUID, MAYBE THE RADIATOR CAP?
MY 6 MONTH GUARANTEE IS JUST ABOUT UP. I WISH POLARIS WOULD LENGTHEN THE WARRANTEE ON A MACHINE THAT COST A SMALL FORTUNE!!!!!!!!!!! ANY HELP WOULD BE THANKFUL.
steve carroll
March 22, 2009 at 9:06 pm
Why doesn’t Polaris furnish a kit to cover up the purple color the camo turns? A car dealer would fix a car that the green faded to purple.
Paula
March 24, 2009 at 12:14 pm
We purchased a 2009 Polaris Ranger 700 UTV.
I love this machine for doing chores around the farm – but noticed when the engine got hot you could not shift gears without turning off the machine. The dealer could not find the problem.
Then at approx. 100 miles a clicking noise started in the right rear – took it in several times and finally they replaced both rear axle assemblies. Took it home and used it for just over a month no noise then slowly now the clicking noise is back and getting louder! Anyone heard of this – the dealer is trying but I am afraid I bought a lemon.
Amanda
April 23, 2009 at 6:25 pm
We had alot of problems with our belts on our polaris ranger breaking all the time we went through 4 belts in 6 months the first one broke after about a week of use when we threatened them because they was trying to make us buy the belts they finally found out it was a broken motor mount breaking the belts since they have replaced it we have had no problems……………………………………….except does anyone know how to set the clock i have misplaced the owner manuel?
april taylor
April 25, 2009 at 8:10 am
I have a friend that has apolaris ranger has had it about 2 yrs they have been told by the ge money bank og finance that they have to have the ragner registared . Why?
arkansaswaterfowler
May 5, 2009 at 3:50 pm
Bought a 2009 Ranger XP Browning edition in jan 09. Haved used it for hunting, hauling, riding, and every other thing I can find an excuse to use it. Great machine, Really like the 2009 improvements. Highly recommend!
Brian
May 12, 2009 at 1:57 pm
Have to replace the belt on my 2007 Ranger. How hard is this to do? Does any one have any brief advise, or instruction?
Gary Frank
May 13, 2009 at 12:41 pm
I have a 2004 Polaris Ranger. I’m having problems with it running for maybe 1 or 2 minutes, then it shuts down like it’s not getting fuel. I have to coast to a stop and turn the key off and then it will start again easily. It runs fine while going. It does this continuously. I have replaced the fuel filter, taken the fuel tank off and cleaned it, and replaced the fuel pump ($172.00). It still does it!! Any ideas what might be causing this? Any comments would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Dennis
May 24, 2009 at 6:01 pm
I would like to purchase a 09 ranger xp camo, are these things junk? Sounds like they have belt and motor mount problems. are these items solved in the 09 models?
Alan Castle
June 7, 2009 at 3:31 pm
I hate to see all the trouble you guys are having with motor mounts and belts and such. I have a ever evolving 07 XP that I haul to Colorado or Arizona from San Antonio, no place to ride here except private property. I have had the overheating interfere with the shipting where you have to turn it off to shift,was looking up 07 XP shop manuels on E-Bay I realize I may have to replace the belt but other sites talk about heavier wider belts by Dayton as well as other performance upgrades other than getting hot I just filled up with premium on a ride the other nite and my speedometer needle flashed at times (low fuel warning, also the bettery symbol flashed) will be upgrading to a dual odessey 925 set up , good luck guys, Alan
wendell
June 8, 2009 at 4:38 pm
I have an 08 Ranger 700. I need to change the oil but can’t find exactly which parts to take off to be able to get to the dipstick and oil plug. Before I start taking this thing apart, can anybody steer me in the right direction?
TheArc
June 13, 2009 at 8:55 am
I am looking at a used 06 Ranger Browning Ed 700 tomorrow and woudl like to know how you can tell if the motor mount has been replaced? I also want to know if in this recall they had to use a different type of mount and if that required some drilling or other modification to seat it? Thanks, this woudl be my first SIde by Side so any adbvice is appreciated.
Tate Wells
June 16, 2009 at 1:41 pm
Hello, we have a 2009 HD, and was wondering if anyone has lifted the ranger with 3 inch shock mount blocks and if they are having ant problems? Going to try it with the new Legend Off Road Shocks!
Brian way easy to chang the belt, just pull off the clutch cove off and pull the belt up to spred the rear pully apart and off the front try to keep them seperated to install the new belt.
ed
June 28, 2009 at 11:27 pm
You seem to be concentrating on the fuel system which you seem to have covered well. It might be the ignition system. The ignition coil may be defective. Or the electronic ignition. The next time this happens, check for spark at the plug wire before the system cools down.
Mark Dawson
June 29, 2009 at 8:50 am
I have an 04 Polaris Ranger. In the last couple of months it has left me sitting several times. Seems like when I run it for a while and it gets hot the fuel pump stops working. Through trial and error I have found that pouring ice water ( or puting a bag of ice) on the pump for a couple of minutes will make it pump again. Works until it gets hot again. Big pain in the butt. Don’t trust it now on long rides.
Any ideas? Thanks
scott
July 5, 2009 at 4:16 pm
We are a group that puchased several 09 rangers the problem we are having is slop in rear ends most are just pass the six month warranty the company should have made a reversible fan blade to direct heat away in summer and into cab in winter
We have also noticed the paint peeling at the ends of tubing frame rails on all rangers.
The biggest complaint when going down hill you have to ride the brakes they should adress this issue
They are a good machine but warranty should be longer they cost as much as a car
Rod
July 11, 2009 at 10:04 pm
I have a 2009 ranger browning ed. i have had the right rear drive axle replaced because of noise. I bought a plow for this and the plow kept comming off come to find out it should have had 2 collers on the mount one on each side to stop the play in the plow side to side. Accessories i ordered for the ranger the dealer said their books show they will fit WRONG!!! the new ranger 2009 has different tailgate there for needing drop down brackets for the rear bumper i waited for about 3 months for the new brackets. Polaris really needs to do something about their R&D department because what they will fit from 08 to 09 doesn’t mean it will. Also the dealer does not know this they just go by what the book says . IM really disapointed in the communication with polaris and there dealers. If their extended warranty wouldnt cost you an arm and a leg i would have purchased it . I have about 120 hours on it doing ok now but i think the front pinon seal is starting to leak not good 10 months old. i have a 99 grizzly with no problems .
BOB KAUFMAN
August 3, 2009 at 9:29 am
HAVE A 2003 SERIES 10 RANGER AND I NEED BRUSHES FOR THE COOLING FAN MOTOR ANYONE KNOW WHERE TO FIND THEM.POLARIS DOESN’T SELL JUST BRUSHES ACCORDING TO DEALERS I HAVE SPOKEN TO.
simon
September 4, 2009 at 6:36 pm
just bought a 09 ranger xp and purchased an extended from the dealer but it was not through polaris…a company called zurich. it cost $700 for 3 years. was this a good move or not?
JD Dillon
September 8, 2009 at 1:11 am
07 polaris ranger, I have went through 5 belts already, checked the mounts several times to see if they were broken but all seems in place. The motor does seem to move a lot when motor is given fuel. I have ordered a carlisle belt to see if they out last polaris belts. Dealers are no help in advice on broken belts. How do I find out about this recall on mounts? Any advice on better mounts or results?
royce
October 1, 2009 at 9:08 pm
Lets get everyone with this problem calling POLARIS and tell them to fix or we’re not buying again.its a defect and needs attention.the more we complain the better.I’m getting the runaround with them and won’t give up.Angry Barney Mobiles Unite!! We’re Purple And we’re not taking it anymore.good luck
royce
October 1, 2009 at 9:10 pm
REMEMBER IT WILL TURN PURPLE IF YOU TAKE IT IN THE SUN !MAYBE THINK ABOUT SOLID COLORS
Dennis
October 29, 2009 at 3:52 pm
Just wanted to let you know that I have a 2008 ranger 700 XP and it is a piece of JUNK. They have had it in the shop a number of times and the warrantee is crap. I won’t go into all the details but the last time I had it in because of the rear end going bad they would not cover it because it had water in it. They said the seals are made to keep the oil in and not water out. It has been in the shop several times and they just can’t fix it.
A lot of my buddy’s has had the same problem. I have been fighting them on the warrantee but they will not cover it. I will let everybody know how much of a piece of CRAP it is. I would not recommend buying one unless they can work on it themselves. they will not stand behind the warrantee.
They have had to replace the raditor, rack and pinion, all the bushings twice, rearend twice and know I am having to rebuild it, three belts, exhaust system, outter wheel bearings and many more things. I will never buy another one. They are a piece of junk if you use them often. And getting them to do warrantee work is like pulling teeth.
Gene Francis
November 2, 2009 at 12:51 pm
My friend told me not to get the 800HD as there has been a problem with the 700 with heat in the cab. Can anyone let me know if this is a problem or if it has been fixed
Thanks
Preston
November 14, 2009 at 1:11 pm
Does anyone know how much insurance on a 09 ranger 700 would cost, on and off road use?
Richard Gutierrez
November 20, 2009 at 8:34 am
I have an 07 xp-700 ranger and I really love it. I have replaced the belt once and it’s easy to do for those mechanily inclined. I also replaced the throttle position sensor and thats all since new. I have installed gauges ( water temp. & volt meter) along with an aux. battery which mostly runs my sterio. I also have installed turn signals and a front windshield ( expensive) but worth it. I cut and hinged the lower part it so I can open it for fresh air in the summer and close it when it gets cold. That really helps with the hot air that comes from beneath the dash. Framed the bed and put a custom made cover, looks like a small chuck wagon.
Bryan
November 23, 2009 at 10:59 am
I just bought a 09 Ranger 700 XP. Took it for a spin around the neighborhood yesterday and when I got back there was warm steam coming from radiator. It is a brand new unit, coolant level is full, it doesn’t appear fan kicked on when unit started. Outside temp was cool, in 40′s. Is this normal?
Mike
November 24, 2009 at 11:07 pm
I have an 07 Ranger 6×6 and am thinking of putting tracks on it for winter. Are there any issues with this like it wears or breaks the machine prematurely
clay
November 29, 2009 at 8:43 am
I have a 2006 polaris ranger 700 efi and need a ecm. Is there some place to get an aftermarket one? Will a differnent year ecm work?
jacob
December 14, 2009 at 9:59 pm
i love my 06 polaris ranger browning edition but just hate that the camo turns purple…….but that is the only problem iv thad so far besides a few belt replacements.
John
February 10, 2010 at 8:28 am
I have an 08 Polaris Ranger 700 Xp with 200 hrs on is and have yet to have any problems, just oil changes so far. I also have an 05 sportsman 800 and had to put a rear wheel bearing only on it. Both machines still on the original belts, and ridden hard & agressive. Wouldn’t have any other ATV or UTV!
bob
April 2, 2010 at 2:13 pm
has anyone had any problems with the 800 polaris rzr rangers? ive heard things about the belts breaking a lot and the battery not holding a charge ,unless you buy a heavy duty one!
Al
April 7, 2010 at 1:51 pm
Have a ’09 Ranger 700 XP – at 570 miles developed an overheating problem. To date we have replaced the fan relay, the water pump and the thermostat. Still experimenting, it seems to develop an air pocket in the engine after overheating and boiling the fuid out. Anyone having similar problem?