That's not really a good question to ask, but, I still hear it a lot. A better way would be to ask, "Considering the amount of maintenance you do, is your Banshee reliable?" And the answer is absolutely positively YES! Reliability is entirely a function of maintenance. I have never been stranded in the middle of no-where because my ride failed me for some reason that wasn't my own fault (yes, I've had a few ohh, DUH's that I'd just assume forget about ... gas, ... failed to tighten bolt(s) ... you get the point). If you properly maintain any quad, be it a racer or your grandpa's utility, it will get you home every time. All of them need some form of TLC. Granted, some require more than others, but, if you can't take the heat, maybe you should get out of the fire. This sorta leads to the next question I hear all the time ...