[BigJosh]

I stumbled into a Atv from a older gentleman who owned it from new, but is now moving into town. Anyways, I would like to gain a bit more clearance with a lift kit,
But figured I should ask the pros (you guys) on which brand or version is the best - I certainly don't want to harm the machine.

So, is one as good as the next or are there brands to avoid?
The local shop sells "highlifter" kits - good, bad or ugly?


Anyways, thank you in advance.

 

[SamUK]

I'm sure I posted here and now it's gone?!

Highlifter is a reputable brand, most known brands are good, just stay away from unbranded kits and Chinese variants.
Lift kits aren't a true 2" lift, usually 1 3/4" as the front a arms won't drop any further.

Hope this helps.

 

[BigJosh]

Thanks, it does help. Now I need to ask, do I need to worry about the front end wearing out much faster with a lift? I've read some lifts change engineered angles on some atvs. I want a lift, but not if it sacrifices reliability or the life expectancy of front end joints.

 

[shadetree]

yes lift kits put more strain on the drive lines. will it hurt them right off the bat ?, no. will it over time ?, yes.

 

[SamUK]

Shadtree is right, long term yes it will cause CV's to wear quicker but as said, that's long term. How long, I don't know.
The only other thing to adjust with a lift is your steering alignment (tracking) the FSM (factory service manual) gives you the correct procedure and measurements to do this, it's pretty straightforward though.

 

[BigJosh]

Thanks fellas - I have to do some thinking....

 

[Langley34]

I have the high lifter 2 inch lift kit I got an 1 and 3/4 of actual lift here's a picture

 

[mac102004]

I run a 1.5" Perfex lift kit on my 2001 350, with 1" wheel spacers all around and 26" Mud Bugs. Has worked great for me. Never broke anything or worn it out prematurely. They are about $90 CND from ATV Tires Canada

Perfex Suspension Lift Kit - ATV Tires Canada