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Winch - Warn is probably the best known and they are good, but my Superwinch does the job just fine for me at half the price. I would think of the winch as a tool to get out of trouble, and the front end mount works most of the time, but you probably want a few shackles too. You probably will not use the winch much unless you mount a plow, and I don't see any big deal over the wire/rope issue. 4000 lb. winch seems to be a bit of an overkill to me (3000 should do the job IMO). You can always use a hand winch in addition to your front mount.

Mirror - on a trail system the mirror might be an advantage, but why not take it out before you make your decision?

Roof - I am having a similar consideration, and I think the roof would only add 1 1/2 inches at most. I think you can get a roof that can be removed quickly and easily. I think Honda's roof offers quick on/off.

Like you I'm a die heart Honda fan for many years for the same reasons.

 

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I'm in a quandary about buying the Honda Pioneer 700 or 1000. The difference in price is about $2,500. I do like the Turf Mode on the 1000 for sure, and it has a lot more power. It appears to be more comfortable, and perhaps offers a better ride.

Since you've had your 700 on a trail system, do you feel the 1000 would be a better machine for that purpose or not?

 

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Just to clarify, the Pioneer 1000 is 63" wide vs. 60" for the 700, but it is not quite as tall by a few inches. The 1000 may be more machine than I need, but it is much roomier than the 700.

Later note added: To clarify the 1000 is not as tall, and much roomier in the cab. After talking with some seasoned riders that like to cruise the trails, I have firmly decided on purchasing the Honda Pioneer 1000 with the manual/automatic transmission, larger tires and engine. I'm will order a 7' wide enclosed trailer with the trailer door positioned such that I can drive in and still open the UTV door. The single axle trailer will add nearly $5,000 to my cost, but it will serve as a place to store the UTV.