Disclaimer: Just my experience and thoughts. Not intended to sway or sound superior in any way.
I've had my 2023 XP4 Ultimate for about a month. Had it out a few easy times so far. It's the wife and I, plus whomever of the kids/grandkids we take along. She pictures the dog along for the ride. Hasn't happened quite yet, but we'll see. You'll see me cruising around fire roads and trails, not at Moab or Glamis. Power to the people who do, and that includes every other house in my neighborhood it seems. A lot of Turbo RZRs, Some that have turbo'd their turbos I'm sure. All friendly, as you'll find people are in this pursuit. Good people. So my experience won't provide the super user advice the Moab/Glamis guys can give you.
I'm in Phoenix, so this next bit is specific......but the RideNow mafia rules this town. You can go to some other worthy dealers if you want to put more effort and patience into your deal, but RideNow is the king. For better or worse, and I've had both with them over the years. I'm still at the unfortunate stage of life where time is money, so the cost of convenience is a consideration. I did all the usual buying tactics. I've owned enough toys over the years. These are so popular that they weren't making any huge deals - even in this economy. I always deal in the OTD number so with the installed windshield and street legal kit I left at just under $37K OTD.
If you are going to go anywhere more complicated than your neighborhood, you'll need a trail kit of gear. Especially if you get out of cell range. I didn't realize the extent of this, and I'm sure there are things I could still use....but be prepared to shell out to make sure you can handle basic problems on the trail. This board is an excellent resource. I'm an old scout master, so I lean toward "Be Prepared". If you don't, you could be really stuck, or ruin someone else's trip having them bail you out of something they shouldn't have to.
So far, my kit includes: tire repair kit, jacking kit, air compressor, tire pressure gauge, flashlight, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, Spare drive belt, NOCO battery power unit/jumper, tow strap and 2 tow strap hitches, the OEM tool kit which includes fuses and a belt changing tool, misc wire/tape/ etc. Probably forgetting something, it's not in front of me as I write this.
I opted for a new OEM wheel/tire for the spare tire. I probably wouldn't go this far again. You can find people who immediately change their OEM wheels out and you can buy their used OEM wheels. The spare wheel debate is out there - up to you. If you do get one you need to carry it....and it will take up most of your bed if you don't have another way to carry it. Some of my neighbors said they blew the rim with the tire, so factor that in.
I bought the Assault Tool kit. I could have assembled them separately I'm sure, but the kit is extensive and impressive. It wraps up nice to take along.
The only mod I've done besides the windshield and street legal kit is the Razorback Expedition rack to carry all this. Great quality and company.
I found insurance wasn't bad at all, just added a couple hundred onto my bike policy.
Hope this helped someone a little. Good luck and have fun!
I've had my 2023 XP4 Ultimate for about a month. Had it out a few easy times so far. It's the wife and I, plus whomever of the kids/grandkids we take along. She pictures the dog along for the ride. Hasn't happened quite yet, but we'll see. You'll see me cruising around fire roads and trails, not at Moab or Glamis. Power to the people who do, and that includes every other house in my neighborhood it seems. A lot of Turbo RZRs, Some that have turbo'd their turbos I'm sure. All friendly, as you'll find people are in this pursuit. Good people. So my experience won't provide the super user advice the Moab/Glamis guys can give you.
I'm in Phoenix, so this next bit is specific......but the RideNow mafia rules this town. You can go to some other worthy dealers if you want to put more effort and patience into your deal, but RideNow is the king. For better or worse, and I've had both with them over the years. I'm still at the unfortunate stage of life where time is money, so the cost of convenience is a consideration. I did all the usual buying tactics. I've owned enough toys over the years. These are so popular that they weren't making any huge deals - even in this economy. I always deal in the OTD number so with the installed windshield and street legal kit I left at just under $37K OTD.
If you are going to go anywhere more complicated than your neighborhood, you'll need a trail kit of gear. Especially if you get out of cell range. I didn't realize the extent of this, and I'm sure there are things I could still use....but be prepared to shell out to make sure you can handle basic problems on the trail. This board is an excellent resource. I'm an old scout master, so I lean toward "Be Prepared". If you don't, you could be really stuck, or ruin someone else's trip having them bail you out of something they shouldn't have to.
So far, my kit includes: tire repair kit, jacking kit, air compressor, tire pressure gauge, flashlight, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, Spare drive belt, NOCO battery power unit/jumper, tow strap and 2 tow strap hitches, the OEM tool kit which includes fuses and a belt changing tool, misc wire/tape/ etc. Probably forgetting something, it's not in front of me as I write this.
I opted for a new OEM wheel/tire for the spare tire. I probably wouldn't go this far again. You can find people who immediately change their OEM wheels out and you can buy their used OEM wheels. The spare wheel debate is out there - up to you. If you do get one you need to carry it....and it will take up most of your bed if you don't have another way to carry it. Some of my neighbors said they blew the rim with the tire, so factor that in.
I bought the Assault Tool kit. I could have assembled them separately I'm sure, but the kit is extensive and impressive. It wraps up nice to take along.
The only mod I've done besides the windshield and street legal kit is the Razorback Expedition rack to carry all this. Great quality and company.
I found insurance wasn't bad at all, just added a couple hundred onto my bike policy.
Hope this helped someone a little. Good luck and have fun!
