Gio Beast vs. Gio Rebel T3

Jpratt · 05-04-2012, 06:09 PM

I am looking into buying either one and just wondering which one is known to be better, not so much speed but the important things like durabliity and what not...

Weldangrind · 05-05-2012, 01:17 AM

I don't know much about the T3, but I have considerable experience with the first generation Beast. The early Beast takes a lot of massaging to get it right, but it's easy and cheap. The only outstanding complaint I have is with the terrible swingarm. Take a look at the atv stickies for more info. If you have early Beast questions, let us know.

MICRider · 05-06-2012, 09:15 AM

I don't know much about the T3 either, but doesn't it have the more Honda styled rear axle carrier assembly? Given the choice between the two I think I would prefer the T3 for that reason. I would go for the Mikuni carb upgrade for either machine, it made a world of difference on my Beast!

Weldangrind · 05-06-2012, 12:57 PM

I believe that the earlier T3 quads lacked the hole in the sprocket that was necessary for axle adjustment, but I think they're properly drilled now. I agree with Stew; that axle would be very nice.

05-04-2012, 06:09 PM	#1
Jpratt Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 37	Gio Beast vs. Gio Rebel T3 I am looking into buying either one and just wondering which one is known to be better, not so much speed but the important things like durabliity and what not...
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05-05-2012, 01:17 AM	#2
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I don't know much about the T3, but I have considerable experience with the first generation Beast. The early Beast takes a lot of massaging to get it right, but it's easy and cheap. The only outstanding complaint I have is with the terrible swingarm. Take a look at the atv stickies for more info. If you have early Beast questions, let us know. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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05-06-2012, 12:57 PM	#4
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I believe that the earlier T3 quads lacked the hole in the sprocket that was necessary for axle adjustment, but I think they're properly drilled now. I agree with Stew; that axle would be very nice. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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05-06-2012, 09:15 AM	#3
MICRider Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 3,274	I don't know much about the T3 either, but doesn't it have the more Honda styled rear axle carrier assembly? Given the choice between the two I think I would prefer the T3 for that reason. I would go for the Mikuni carb upgrade for either machine, it made a world of difference on my Beast!
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