P1000 What’s the verdict

[Chabrak]

ok I’ve been reading a lot lately about all the recalls and notices that I’ve been getting in the mail from Honda. And I’m not gonna lie, it’s got me a little discouraged about my p1000. So what I’m wondering is what is the general consensus on these machines? Good purchase or I bought to soon?
I have about 1800 miles on my 2016 and it’s been good. I have a few complaints about stuff I think Honda should have refined but overall I like the machine. Just wondering what others thoughts are.
Thanks

 

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[NTCPrezJB]

ok I’ve been reading a lot lately about all the recalls and notices that I’ve been getting in the mail from Honda. And I’m not gonna lie, it’s got me a little discouraged about my p1000. So what I’m wondering is what is the general consensus on these machines? Good purchase or I bought to soon?
I have about 1800 miles on my 2016 and it’s been good. I have a few complaints about stuff I think Honda should have refined but overall I like the machine. Just wondering what others thoughts are.
Thanks

In about 3 hours opinions could change one way or the other depending on what the long awaited Talon really turns out to be.

 

[Chabrak]

In about 3 hours opinions could change one way or the other depending on what the long awaited Talon really turns out to be.

The people will be wondering if they bought those to soon too. Lol

 

[Neohio]

ok I’ve been reading a lot lately about all the recalls and notices that I’ve been getting in the mail from Honda. And I’m not gonna lie, it’s got me a little discouraged about my p1000. So what I’m wondering is what is the general consensus on these machines? Good purchase or I bought to soon?
I have about 1800 miles on my 2016 and it’s been good. I have a few complaints about stuff I think Honda should have refined but overall I like the machine. Just wondering what others thoughts are.
Thanks

You bought a first year model. Updates and campaigns are to be expected. Be happy Honda is standing by their machines and issuing campaigns and safety recalls. Could be worse, could be footing the bill for those repairs yourself.

 

[AppleCreek]

I'm happy with mine! Over 5000 trouble free miles. Broke a shifter cable, that's about the biggest issue so far.

 

[ToddACimer]

I love my 2016 and I think it's awesome that Honda has stood behind the Pioneer and made the improvements we have asked for. The air intake and under seat cover were good. The clutch updtae was awesome and I'm glad they fixed the muffler shield. I don't know why people complain about free or very cheap changes that make the machine a lot better.

 

[CumminsPusher]

ok I’ve been reading a lot lately about all the recalls and notices that I’ve been getting in the mail from Honda. And I’m not gonna lie, it’s got me a little discouraged about my p1000. So what I’m wondering is what is the general consensus on these machines? Good purchase or I bought to soon?
I have about 1800 miles on my 2016 and it’s been good. I have a few complaints about stuff I think Honda should have refined but overall I like the machine. Just wondering what others thoughts are.
Thanks

Everything really has been smoothed out on the machine. I believe it’s dependable like it should’ve been on release, there’s no need to run out and buy new. Just settle in with the service bulletins and ride

 

[Neohio]

I will add, if my machine had to be replaced tomorrow. I wouldn't hesitate to replace it with another 5 seater. I am in a 16 as well.

 

[Chabrak]

I love my 2016 and I think it's awesome that Honda has stood behind the Pioneer and made the improvements we have asked for. The air intake and under seat cover were good. The clutch updtae was awesome and I'm glad they fixed the muffler shield. I don't know why people complain about free or very cheap changes that make the machine a lot better.

Has Honda issued anything for the air intake?

 

[Someguy]

Has Honda issued anything for the air intake?

There is a kit you can buy from the dealer. If that's what you are asking. It changer the air intake from behind the grill to under the hood. It's supposed to help from splash from going through water. I have a 16 and made the change. They made the change on the 18's from the factory.. there is a thread on this, and shows the upgrade.

 

[ToddACimer]

Has Honda issued anything for the air intake?

It was a running change from Honda but is backwards compatible with the 2016 units

 

[SuperDutyJohn]

In about 3 hours opinions could change one way or the other depending on what the long awaited Talon really turns out to be.

The Pioneer is looking better and better now

 

[NTCPrezJB]

The Pioneer is looking better and better now

I can appreciate that viewpoint. Had I bought a 1000-5 I'd probably stick with it as well. If the cost isn't crazy though, I see a Talon 1000R in my future. I will keep the P500 for chore/utility duty and restricted width trails and then have the 1000R for most trail riding duty.

 

[Cuoutdoors]

I had a 16. I did the updates and loved it. Now I have an 18' LE and love it!

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[Chabrak]

I had a 16. I did the updates and loved it. Now I have an 18' LE and love it!

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The LE looks awesome. Way to go. I wish the air intake was a service upgrade like the comfort kit though

 

[Cuoutdoors]

The LE looks awesome. Way to go. I wish the air intake was a service upgrade like the comfort kit though

There are several cheap DIY options or the new Honda part is like $40 I think. On my 16' I put on a PVC elbow and coupling for like $7

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[Montecresto]

ok I’ve been reading a lot lately about all the recalls and notices that I’ve been getting in the mail from Honda. And I’m not gonna lie, it’s got me a little discouraged about my p1000. So what I’m wondering is what is the general consensus on these machines? Good purchase or I bought to soon?
I have about 1800 miles on my 2016 and it’s been good. I have a few complaints about stuff I think Honda should have refined but overall I like the machine. Just wondering what others thoughts are.
Thanks

Was just out driving my 11 year old Polaris 700 Ranger tonight that’s got space shuttle miles on it with its original belt and brakes, has never broke down once. I wasn’t on my Pioneer 1000 because it’s on the trailer, I’ve got to take it to the dealer tomorrow to have the clutch update, air intake update, cabin comfort update, muffler shield. They had to be coerced into most of that. And that doesn’t speak to the rattling doors and bed or the other modifications I’ve had to do that should have been done in the factory. Honda is catching up in the sxs line. My P5 is the premier wheeler.

 

[Chabrak]

Was just out driving my 11 year old Polaris 700 Ranger tonight that’s got space shuttle miles on it with its original belt and brakes, has never broke down once. I wasn’t on my Pioneer 1000 because it’s on the trailer, I’ve got to take it to the dealer tomorrow to have the clutch update, air intake update, cabin comfort update, muffler shield. They had to be coerced into most of that. And that doesn’t speak to the rattling doors and bed or the other modifications I’ve had to do that should have been done in the factory. Honda is catching up in the sxs line. My P5 is the premier wheeler.

Yeah the rattling doors and bed drive me crazy. But Polaris has a fair share of those too. My folks 900 trail has been in for recalls just as much or more than my p1000. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for the air intake upgrade to be free. For only 40 bucks Honda could throw us a bone.

 

[Montecresto]

Yeah the rattling doors and bed drive me crazy. But Polaris has a fair share of those too. My folks 900 trail has been in for recalls just as much or more than my p1000. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for the air intake upgrade to be free. For only 40 bucks Honda could throw us a bone.

Well, you said you were discouraged about your Pioneer. That’s for good reason. But hopefully they iron out all these problems, because they are great machines. My Polaris has never been recalled, never broke down and it’s old. I can only speak for mine.