Thanks for the info.  I was able to go get it last weekend, drove it around the neighborhood on the street for all of 5 minutes then put it in the garage.  Too many other things to get done.  But it sure is pretty. 

I'll find the Unifilter and get that on there before I go anywhere.  I have to head to Arkansas next weekend, hopefully the Unifilter is in stock close. 

Hi there,

New to ATV's but I do have over 100K miles on Harleys.  I got tired of having to hitch a ride with my buddies to go hunting and as we all know,  pickups are expensive and hard to find these days.  So, I bought an ATV I can trailer to the hunting property in Arkansas.  I was able to fine a CForce 600 Touring.

Any advice?  I have not even ridden it yet.  I called several dealers, only one machine in stock between them so I jumped on m y Harley and went to look at it.  Silver/Grey 2021 CForce 600 Touring.  Looked really nice so I bought it and have to go tomorrow to pick it up.  I am comfortable with how to ride, break in, maintenance, etc. but what I am not so sure about is this:  What are the must have vs. really should have accessories?  It will be used on gravel, logging roads, and simply in the weeds and woods.  It may go in the forest on trails for fun, and there is a place to ride along the red river an hour from my home so I could find myself riding red sand on a weekend.

What is the general thoughts on skid plates?  Does it come with some protection underneath?  If what comes on the machine is not adequate (or not present) do I need them and should I get aluminum or steel?  OEM or aftermarket?  And why?

What is everyone's thoughts on bumpers/guards? 

Last question for today - anyone have the soft bag for the rear (requires the deck extenders) or the hard storage box and what is your opinion of the one you have.  If you have or have had both, I really need input.

Roy