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I also have a Joyner Renegade. It's a 2014 year model R2 (2-seat version). Bought it 3 yrs ago for $7k. 2014 is the first year they started putting the 1100cc engine in it. I don't have first hand knowledge of the early models but when researching for my machine, I've read that there were many quality control issues with Joyner machines. The Trooper and Renegade uses an automotive style engine, clutch and 5-speed transaxle. These engines are quite reliable - John Deere put the 800cc engine in their 825i and even Kawasaki (Japanese manufacturer) put the same engine in one of their SxS models. The Chery engine is used in many lesser known brands of SxSs. This machine isn't designed to take a high speed jump off a ramp; it's a utility vehicle that may be more at home on a farm or easy trail riding. The weak point seems to be the bolts that hold the ring gear in the differential. You can put in higher grade bolts. I like my ride. I've never had an issue with mine except the brake master cylinder - replaced it a few months ago. Some parts are available on Amazon. You may have to do a lot of your own repair work as service and parts are hard to find. My opinion is the $5k price is too high for a "well used condition" which imples some hidden issues. Check you state laws on street legal SxS. AZ allows them as does many other western sates (some with severe restrictions).

Hey all, Looking to possibly purchase a 2008 Renegade 4 seater, 11000 miles. asking $5,000 I know nothing about these machines, they seem pretty decent. Hard to find any info on them even on youtube. Anyone had any advice, or things to look at before buying? Thanks in advance!

Does anyone on here know how to taker the speed restrictions off the Cub Cadet Challenger 550? I have been searching for a month but not really getting any answers. Thanx in advance.

Are you referring to the seeatbelt and reverse gear limiter?

So I figured out why I could only go 10-12 mph in forward. I called "Motorcycle Doctor" out of Missouri and a guy named Craig is an expert when it comes to Hisun anything. They also sell Hisun parts. Once I told him what was going on, he immediately said he knew exactly what the problem was. It is the reverse rev limiter. He said cut the wire at the ECU and it will fix it. I explained that it was not a problem in reverse or a revving issue, it just would not go over 10 mph. He said it did not matter, forward or reverse, for some reason Hisun ECU's do not know what gear you are in (FWD or REV) and will limit your speed in forward or reverse. I cut the wire he told me to cut and sure enough, no more speed limiter! It does about 30mph with me on it. It also runs about 9,000 rpms. I did not think they spun that fast! I uploaded the document that Craig sent me explaining what wire to cut. I think this is just for the machines with the 2 plug Delphi ECU's. In the document it says that it is a blue and green wire but mine was a green and white wire. I confirmed via the service manual that I was cutting the correct wire. Hopefully this helps someone else who runs into the same problem.

You need to take it for a drive of course. Check for electrical short. Gauges may cycle off and on. Original rocker switches are prone to corrosion. Moisture seems to be the biggest enemy of this model year. If everything works ok, then negotiate your best price and buy it. A new Joyner Renegade 1100 4 seater at gokartsusa.com is currently 11,975. You can get an owners manual at joyner-usa.com. I have a 2008 T2 1100. I have replaced all of the rocker switches. Parts are out there you just have to have patience to find the right part when needed. My T2 will climb anything. I live in the desert so moisture is not an issue for me. Previous owner lived on the coast.