hi. i was wondering that if you put on paddle tires that it would hurt the drivetrain because everytime you move the machine, one paddle kicks up sand or whatever, then there is a force on the drivetrain. then the drivetrain gets a shock when doing that,( by running with paddle tires on). Does anyone think its better to put paddle tires on or leave the originals? :unsure:
SWRules

sand is extremely forgiving so it shouldnt be a problem. my buddy has been running a very aggressive tread on his raptor from day 1 with no drive train problems. that quad has been run on pavement, gravel, sand, snow, ice, and anything else u can think of. i wouldnt be worried about it. :thumbsup:

Paddle tires are amazing in sand......but only sand. Any hardpack or chunky terrain will wreck them quick.

Another question about sand? Why do they wear a flag on there machine's in the dessert? to find your buddy if hes lost or what? :dazed:
SWRules

Originally posted by Flyguy@Aug 24 2004, 07:04 AM
Another question about sand? Why do they wear a flag on there machine's in the dessert? to find your buddy if hes lost or what?* :dazed:
SWRules
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Here in the US some states require the flags as a way to make the atv's or other offroad vehicles a little more visable in the dunes. There have been countless injuries and deaths over the years due to foolish people dune jumping without a spotter and landing on or hitting other vehicles. The orange flags give just a little extra warning, not much, but sometimes a little goes a long way.