2020 Polaris General XP 1000 Review and Ride
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ก.ค. 2024
- The folks over at Polaris decided to send us a Brand New 2020 Polaris General XP 1000 to Test out and Review. So the first thing we did was head down to Stoney Lonesome OHV Park in Bremen, AL to put this UTV to the ultimate Busted Knuckle test ride. They have made quite a few upgrades to the 2020 Polaris General 1000 XP. Starting with new piggy back shocks, a one piece frame, better clutching, and 64" width. We went out and did everything we didn't think the new General XP could do and I have to admit it really impressed us. We hope you enjoyed this 2020 Polaris General XP 1000 Review and Ride and much as we did making the video. The only question now is which sxs should we review next?
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I think it’s perfect for a weekend trail rider, I’m not into muddling and racing and jumping. Just like being outside sight seeing.
Totally agree!
I went and looked at a general yesterday. I noticed on the deluxe model I was looking at only came with 27” tires and doesn’t have the high clearance a arms. It’s like they made different models within models
I definitely want those upgrades
they make a huge difference
Bust UTV video I have ever seen!! Great content and to the point!! Thank you!!!
Thanks! we set out to make a different kind of review video
That’s how every review should be done hahaha, loved it man great video
Thanks more to come!
I absolutely love this video! I’ve been doing a lot of research on the new General and this video sealed the deal. This machine is capable of everything that I’m looking for in a SXS, so thank you and your buddy for making this video! Since I’m going to buy one in the near future, I’m going to need a helmet. What kind of helmet are you wearing in this video? Thanks again for all of the information.
It's actually a Polaris Helmet I bought on clearance back in the day for $50.
That General is a Beast! I love it! I think I’m sold.
It really is!
That roll in the beginning gained you a sub 😂
I do what I can
This video is AWESOME!!!! I feel like you really showed viewers the capabilities of the General.....we have had ours for 6 months. We may have to push it more after watching this video.
That was the intention
This is a perfect all around UTV for the farm or just for riding on the weekends! 👍🏻
Rusty Wells my thoughts exactly
I’m deciding between this and a commander, have you driven a commander?
picking up a 2020 tomorow. 600 miles! cant wait! great video!
You will love it
Awsome video! I think im going with this unit! I have a growing family and a 4 seater version seems to fit what i want! Mainly trail riding!
Good choice!
I absolutely loved the camera commentary who ever that was you killed it dude you need to be filming all of Matt's stuff when he's driving! 🦅🇺🇸🦅
Rusty Wells that’s our editor Carter, he does great when we can get him out of the house. 😬
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@@erichkaufmann5284 No brother I consider the bear a brother.
Rusty Wells Like the great patriotic war, where Russians, and Americans fought alongside each other. The world fears a Russian-American alliance, and Britain’s 🇬🇧 a snake 🐍. ОТСТОИМ МОСКВУ! 🐻🇷🇺🐻🙏
@@erichkaufmann5284 I never could understand why we were enemies in the first place we look like each other I don't get it they are afraid of a alliance! 🦅🇺🇸🇷🇺🐻
Awesome video. Comprehensive and informative. Honestly, I have never seen a video on TH-cam that has ZERO dislikes and 2.1k likes.
I appreciate that!
Wow this thing is very impressive. Hope it stands up in the long run and Polaris will have a big run on these.
John Schander I like that it is ready to ride off the showroom floor you don’t have to turn around and upgrade everything immediately. I still want to test out a KRX.
I have 2013 rzr. And have only changed air filter and oil. 1 belt Has 4900 hundred. Not easy miles
Im all canam but dam!! Thats a sweet General
Im really liking the idea were polaris is going with there new units
Darwin Calliou ready to rip right off the showroom floor
BustedKnuckleVideo ready to break as soon as the warranty is up. You gonna get burned twice by a general.
I have a 2017 general 4. Haven't had a single issue. Still does 71 down the trail if I want it to. And other than high centering issues because its a limo it'll crawl just about anything and still haul a seadoo to the boat launch at the end of the day
I almost died when Matt said Polaris must not have seen his videos online. Great test on the General been seriously considering one as I need it to hunt as well
Thanks we wanted to do something different for the review and I think this nailed it. Maybe Polaris will send us more to review like a Pro XP!
@@BustedKnuckleVideo can they send you one to make a new bouncing rig? Who do we need to spam to make this happen
Now I would buy a side by side that Matt said was good without even looking at it that should tell you how much I value his opinion! 🦅🇺🇸🦅
Rusty Wells I appreciate that. This is all my opinion, I wasn’t paid anything for my review not that I would let it sway my opinion if I did.
Awesome review. I have a rzr 1000s now and I’m thinking about a general or a rzr xp. Mostly all rocky forest trails where I ride. Some logging roads are the best we have to open them up.
I like the General a lot.
Great video and what a location! I've wanted one of these for a while. I was in the dealership yesterday and the General was over $22,000. About s*!t my pants! They are extremely capable and probably worth the money. Maybe I can find a used one. Really used one.
they are nice but pricey
Full length skid plate to. Nice ride. Be safe and GOD BLESS.
Randle Richardson it helped in the rocks, thing just flat out goes
Really cool rig...I love the dump bed
DUNE YXZ it is handy
BustedKnuckleVideo I love my YXZ but wish it had an actual “truck style” bed on the back...
yeah not much of a bed on those.
perfect way to do a proper review on a machine, Nj
Glad you dig it!
I just spent all afternoon in my brothers new General. His has the extra skid bars on the sides. I had it up to 62 mph and it could have done more. Looked like changing spark plugs, air filter and oil could be done with out going to the dealer. The radio was picking up stations in places I didn't think radio wave went.
Maintenance can be done at home for sure 👍
I'm going to go buy one tomorrow!
they are a ton of fun
Awesome video! Really well done and it's nice to see the machine in ACTION and not just a dumbass walk around pointing out things we already know from a brochure. Hows the throttle? It looked a bit jumpy
Jason Lewis throttle was on par with most other machines o have driven
Wow, lov it . But I’m getting very confused with the new KRX1000 Honda Talon and now the new Generals.
What to do!!!
We did a review on the Talon as well- th-cam.com/video/DdPSHNfi3_A/w-d-xo.html
Im thinking busa motor on go kart🤔😂
I love the color and the unit. Something that awesome should have a manual transmission. If it did in that model, and color it would be my next unit. What is your thoughts? New subscriber love the show and the roof view!
I like the CVT setup for a rig like this
This thing is beastly! 😮 I just wished it had a transmission instead of belt drive. Over time and loads it will tell the tale. Beautiful machine very capable.
I have had good luck out of CVT transmissions so far
BustedKnuckleVideo except when they squeal and break belts and clutches
After that video I'm sure you guys talking about the belt drive should stuff a sandwich in your mouths and shut up because ain't none of you beating your machines like that. 🙄
My son just bought a General and I googled them ,and you(MY O.G. HOMEBOYS) video came up. Now I'm thinking about selling the XJ.🤣
They are pretty awesome
This is a badass ride
It is a fun little unit
I absolutely love my 2020 general. Ihave the exact one with stage 4 rockford fosgate abd heater
They are nice for sure
Love my 2017, but dam got me thinking about a trade in
The 2020 is pretty legit
OOOHRAH And HOOYAH!!!...compliments from a retired AO!!
Thanks Brian!
that's some great driving
thanks!
I am not bashing this video or this machine, I think this video is awesome, I had a General, 2018....If it had worked like this one it would still be mine, it was a dud. Crank sensor, fuel relays, fuel pump, clutches, 4 belts, ECU, speed sensor, and more, and it never saw MUD, or got WET, Polaris replaced it all but the year was up and it fried the fuel pump, fuel relays, solenoid, and another crank sensor again and it had to go. No exageration, at this point the General had broke down 40 times, I replaced all the hard parts that were worn and didn't mind as ball joints, brakes, bushings, bearings etc... wear out, Sometimes there is a bad apple in the bag. I have watched video after video and heard countless stories about how good the General is. You were harder on this one in 3 hours then I was on mine the entire time I owned it. I put 5000 miles on it clenching my teeth, unable to do anything in fear it was going to quit and leave me stranded, I never jumped it, I didn't even go in a mud hole,they wouldn't take it back and the trade loss is nuts on a brand new machine, I will say that Jason @ Polaris MN, was good to me but I stopped calling him when the warranty was up. It still is not fixed, it keeps frying stuff and it even caught fire once, I lost a lot on the trade.
Jesus thanks for the heads up
kelly densmore I hate to hear that you got a dud. I hope it all works out.
Polaris has been very smart with their line up. Knowing how many people really love RZRs but want a bit more of a bed.. then this thing comes out. Looks like it handled itself just fine, it survived the Matt test!
Dash-n-Cars we put it through the ringer for sure
perfect Video!
Thanks!
I love my 4-seater General Winrock ain't stopped it yet
Brandon Hooper one of these on portals and 35s would be a blast
@@BustedKnuckleVideo that's the plans for mine
Nice
These XP Generals are growing on me and look way more comfortable than an RZR
I’d get one over a RZR 1000 for sure
That General XP is definitely a set up from my 2018, but the PRICE!!!!! We'll see how my new KRX holds up.
Bob Laws I want to checkout a KRX for sure
agreed the price is nutso. would love to pick one of these up in a 4seat. Wish they would take a few things off like the stereo and roof to bring the bottom dollar down.
This is a lil beast, don’t think it will win any crawler competitions unless you can add weight to the front end and R/F audio equipment is a nice touch, shame theres nothing like the parks u have over there here in the uk.
Grreat vid to by the way
LyricalComa the short wheelbase made it crawl great it’s just not as comfortable in the steep stuff
BustedKnuckleVideo
Still an animal, but then i guess thats why they named it the general, and let some air out the tyres soften the suspension and rebound and it would be flying.👍
LyricalComa I aired them down to 10psi, didn’t want to go less than that without beadlocks
We have 120" in the Garage of our Cyclone toy hauler these are 118" hope i can fit one of these in 2 seat. Debating between this and a Trail S 1000 which for sure will fit with 9 in to spare
That is a tough one, I haven't driven the trail S so I can't help much there.
I dream what you do daily, Consider yourself lucky. CHEERS
Liljohn P I am fortunate to have worked very hard to be able to be on someone like Polaris’s radar.
For real. Trying to afford a sxs for my family and i
How comfortable is the seat position. Leg room situation?
Grim Reaper RC Products all of that felt great on this machine I’m about 6-2
@@BustedKnuckleVideo Awesome. Thanks
I am looking at getting a general, How are you like it so far? I have a RZR and a Pro already but need something to follow and carry supplies.
it is the perfect mix of rzr and ranger
@@BustedKnuckleVideo Thank you, I will be looking at them in the next few weeks,
I’m debating between the 2 seat and the 4 seat. Any downsides to having the 4 seater?
just longer so it makes it more difficult to get around tight spaces and rock crawl
Now all I need to see is the GENERAL 4 xp1000 out at the Dunes.
I wouldn't think they would be the best option for the dunes
I love my 2017 General, with my Rockfordfosgate stage 4 sound system just to be cruising in my town🎶🎶🎶👍👋✌️
They are nice !
Busted Knuckle Films, 👍
Have they upgraded the reverse chain system in here? Literally the only thing stopping me from getting one at this point. And I’m not talking about the XP, just the general premium or base model general. Cant seem to find any info
that is a good question
Busted Knuckle Films just trying to find out before I go and buy one and next thing you know I’m back at the dealership for a broken chain that blew the case
can't blame you there
We got one of these a few days ago. Earlier tonight we rolled it and now shes got a bent frame lol
whoops!
I can’t decide if I want the General or sportsman 1000XP. I know for a lot of people it’s a clear choice, but for me it’s hard
General for the win
I sure miss my 850xp sportsman
I've got a 2020 Deluxe. Can anyone tell me if there is a disadvantage to leaving the machine in Turf Mode most of the time?
there isn't other than 1wd
It’s nice now.
Randle Richardson we put it through the ringer
Bro ur so lucky. I wish I could get one of these. I wish I had a Polaris rzr pro xp 😔😔😔😔😔
I didn't get to keep it, just used it for 3 months and turned it in
Dude y’all should get a new can am commander XTP and review it.
Tell Can Am to send one over
A beast!
it works well for a General.
You said this general has the XP 1000 clutch. Is it different than the 2019 clutch? Does it still have the square sliders in the secondary clutch or does it come with rollers?
is it different than the 2019 general clutch
@@BustedKnuckleVideo Do you mean "It is different"? Any knowledge about the square pucks vs. round rollers?
yes it is. Not sure exactly, info might be on their website
@@XrayDoc88 round.
@@jasonlewis995 Thank you. That's great news! I wasn't really looking forward to replacing the square ones.
What drone at 6:30 were you using?
Skydio
I think you mean Bremen Georgia, which is about a 20 minute drive to the Alabama line.
Casey Jones I know where stony lonesome OHV is Bremen, Alabama about 10 minutes from our shop.
@@BustedKnuckleVideo
Is there anyway I can contact you. I live in Carrollton Ga and have been trying to find people that have SXS and shops that sale SXS.
Any issues with the Turf Mode? I have a buddy that bought one and it went nuts causing trans damage. Just curious.
Redneck Fantasy Factory we tried it out and it seemed to work fine.
They replaced the planetary turf pack in mid 2018 with a proper truck style rear turf. But still has weak pinion and bicycle sized reverse chain.
Slick Mongercash yeah I found turf mode on accident lol
And you can get this "slightly used" one for 5% off at the local dealer!
Lol this is a press vehicle it won’t be for sale at a dealer
Love the crash, after a 14hr day I needed that lol.
T crash?
General Purpose. Sounds like someone from the Army... ^_^
I worked on an army base for a few years
Wish they offered the turbo 1000 engine
would be too much for this drivetrain
Does it have the upgraded diff. like from the RS1 or is it the same front diff. as before ?
Joseph -great vids. Terrible windshield. Filipiak no RS1 diff in this one
Now if the would put that turbo on it it would be an absolute animal
Yeah then you might as well just get the ProXP or TurboS
How does it do on the more extreme hill climbs?
It does about the same as a XP1000
@@BustedKnuckleVideo really? These things can clear 32s that makes me think with the right driver you could maybe come close to a turbo S on the technical stuff
Wow, great video. Like someone else said in the comments, this was a much better review than just seeing a walk around. Looking at buying a 2021 4 seater. Trolls bit$%ing about the music, really? Get a life.
glad you liked it. we have more review videos coming soon.
If I had the money this is the sxs I would buy.
It was a fun unit.
Rzr xp pro 4 sport or General Xp 4 deluxe?
Pro for sure
Polaris is Awesome when they are Brand New and Most of these Reviews are when they are New. The Reality is Polaris don’t last and are not built to last. I have owned several Polaris UTV’S and they don’t Hold up in the Real World. Just Compare the Build Quality to other Machines Before You Buy.
they do fine if you upgrade them with aftermarket parts over time
Or Just Buy a Yamaha and Enjoy It and Not Have To Upgrade Or Work On It. That's What I Did. Yamaha Stands Behind There Product. The Best Belt and Motor Warranty On The Market Period.
@@sheldongriffith9843 I agree but they have nothing in this segment that has any excitement. A wolverine next to this is like a Raptor next to a caravan. You either get boring with better build quality or cutting edge with some quality loss. Easy choice for me.
But can it tow? Want to use it on the farm too.
should be able to
That's pretty damn good for bone stock.
agreed
What song is that?
its production music, we don't keep track sorry
I’d like to have one of these but the one I’m wanting is $22,000. To much for me.
Randle Richardson wait around for a rebate or a slightly used model that is what I typically do.
How bout that vs a fully stock jeep
GAMING O'BRIEN69 dollar per dollar this would be the better buy
probably not
@@BustedKnuckleVideo but but but
Have you tried the premium one
this is the premium one, isn't it?
@@BustedKnuckleVideo nop there is the base ,premium, deluxe, and xp
I got a PRO XP NOW??
kelly densmore still haven’t driven one of those
I might prefer this over a RZR. Shorter wheel base, sit upright, better visibility, more "oh shit" type riding
it's a fun vehicle
What’s the top speed on it.
not sure, not really a stat that we look at.
I'm looking for a beefed up turbo s with a hydraulic ranger bed on it. That would be my ideal general lol
build it
great allaround machine- just too expensive here in euope- base model is 22.000 euros thats bout 25.000 dollars...:-/
Izom that pretty pricey
yeah it is- we europeans have to pay like extra fines and fees - like canada!? its horrible...
It still squeaks... i figured they would finally fix that.
its an offroad vehicle they all squeak...
If you're not sqeakin', you're not wheelin!
wow it is tuff.
R0ger Ritter I was impressed by what it took!
For the price you can get a fully loaded commander 1000r
But which is better?
I wished Polaris would send me one to test.
It's not like I get to keep it...
I'm generaly impressed
Bah dum tss
GAMING O'BRIEN69 😂😂😂
Hahahaha oh man this is funny I guess they haven’t see your videos
hopefully trading this one in for a XP pro
2:21 that squeak ......thatd be annoying after about 5 min..
all offroad rigs squeak
Needs to be about a foot longer. Wheelbase is too short and needs more cargo space in the bed to be a real "utility" vehicle.
I like the wheelbase
How much does it cost?
Not sure on this particular model, all pricing can be found on their website
@@BustedKnuckleVideo in canada $28000 before tax, freight/pdi,thats 2k more than a talon,krx.all in over 33 grand.that's crazy.for that i can get a pioneer 1000 deluxe and a maverick sport 800
How does everyone think that a Polaris Ranger would do on these OHV parks? I don’t wanna tear my shit up???
A ranger would do fine. A buddy of mine has a long travel ranger and followed me around the entire park.
I want a general so bad
This one was a ton of fun
Busted Knuckle Films yeah it looked like it
Nice ride 👍
Not a fan of your music choice 🤦🏼♂️
no one likes the music we choose, it happens...
They can send me one I’ll test it out for them. But no chance of that happening
Randle Richardson too bad I don’t get to keep it for long
BustedKnuckleVideo well shoot drive it like you stole it buddy.
I pushed it pretty hard, I am responsible for damages so I'm not going to destroy it or anything
Machine looks pretty good if only it had a driver.... :-)
doesn't get much better
U guys are big kids
that is a compliment
Unfortunately it still has a weak reverse chain and weak pinion shaft that plagued these units since 2016. 100s of documented failures causing grenaded gearboxes. Polaris dont cover it. Extremely unfortunate because I was really interested in one of these generals but I don't see a point of spending $25,000 on something that if you put it in reverse when backing out a hill or hit the throttle too hard you're going to blow it up
I'm sure if that is still a weak link that an aftermarket company like Turner Cycles probably has a fix for it.
@@BustedKnuckleVideo yep. Lots of companies do. Expenssive and the average person cant and wont do it. Even canam moved over to reverse chains and many are popping on delivery with no help from company. Im dumping my rzr for same reason and jumping to kawi, yami or honda. A potential 4k grenade makes one scared to use their machine as intended. Also, the double teverse chain upgrade companies offers voids your machine warranty. Open up the parts diagram for the polaris transmissions, you will see how it is designed to fail in a few spots.
I've raced for years and only blew out the high range gears once in my Turbo RZR on Stage 3 tune and 32s...
@@BustedKnuckleVideo turbo got beefed up internals. No chain, too. What I do find interesting is that the general XP does have different gearing which may in fact end up putting less stress on the chain anyways.
It's possible
"it's stock" proceeds to tell us about the upgrades.. lol...
this is the upgrades for this factory package
Great review drop the crap music
music makes videos better, we will not stop putting music on videos.
Way too much money thanks for the video
they aren't that bad for what they can do