ATV Reviews

2009 Kawasaki Mule 4010 Trans4×4

admin — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 06:37:46 +0000

A real two-for-one deal, the Kawasaki Mule 4010 Trans4×4® is a one of a kind utility vehicle, with the ability to transform from a short bed four-passenger 4×4 into an extended bed two-passenger 4×4 in a few quick steps. Trans4×4 users can fold down the rear bench seat and extend the cargo bed forward into the cab for increased cargo capacity. When more than two seats are needed, the Trans4×4 can be quickly converted back to four-passenger mode by reversing those same easy steps.

MSRP*	$10,499
Engine
Type	Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, overhead valve V-twin
Displacement	617cc
Bore x stroke	76 x 68mm
Compression ratio	10.3:1
Carburetor	Digital Fuel Injection
Air filter	Snorkel-type with cyclone-type two-stage dry replaceable element
Oil filter	Automotive-type spin-on canister
Ignition	Digital electronic
Electrical	12V, 18 amp-hour battery, alternator
Transmission	Continuously variable transmission (CVT) with high and low range, forward, neutral and reverse
Final drive	Shaft, selectable four-wheel drive with dual-mode rear differential
Exhaust	Muffler with USFS-approved spark arrestor
Chassis
Tires	23x11-10 tubeless
Front suspension / wheelbase	Independent, MacPherson strut / 3.9 in.
Rear suspension / wheelbase	Semi-independent, DeDion axle with leaf springs and shocks / 2.8 in.
Steering	Electric power assisted rack-and-pinion
Brakes	Four-wheel hydraulic drums, sealed
Dimensions
Curb weight	1,563 lbs.
Overall length	130.1 in.
Overall height	75.8 in.
Overall width	58.5 in.
Wheelbase	85.2 in.
Ground clearance	7.1 in.
Cargo bed dimensions (LxWxH)	50.4 x 47.7 x 11.3 in. / 15.6 cu. ft. (2-passenger mode) 30.3 x 47.7 x 11.3 (4-passenger mode)
Other
Fuel capacity	6.2 gal.
Roll over protective structure (ROPS)	This structure meets ROPS requirements for wheeled tractors under SAE J1194, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, and 7.5. This structure also meets FMVSS 216 Roof Crush resistance requirement
Load capacity	1,330 lbs.
Cargo bed capacity	400 lbs. (4-passenger mode) / 800 lbs. (2-passenger mode)
Towing capacity	1,200 lbs.
Turning radius	12.8 ft.
Top speed	25 mph, governed
Lights	(2) 30-watt sealed-beam headlights, (2) 5/21-watt taillight/stoplight
Instruments	Parking brake warning light, coolant temperature warning light, horn, 12V DC outlet
Color choices	Woodsman Green, Dark Royal Red
Good Times™ Protection Plan	12 or 24 months
Warranty	12 Months

2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4×4i (Camo)

admin — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 06:02:06 +0000

Dressed in REALTREE Hardwoods Green® HD, the Kawasaki Brute Force® 650 4×4i sport utility all-terrain vehicle (ATV) is the hunters choice for size, capability and handling. This versatile ATV provides such a plush ride with its competent front and rear independent suspension, superb four-wheel drive and powerful V-twin engine, that it threatens to make hunting almost too easy.

MSRP*	$7,749
Engine
Type	Four-stroke, V-twin, liquid-cooled, SOHC, four-valve
Displacement	633 cm
Bore x stroke	80.0 x 63.0mm
Compression ratio	9.9:1
Carburetor	Keihin CVKR-34 x 2
Transmission / drive system	KAPS, Dual Range with Reverse, 2WD/4WD, and Kawasaki Engine Brake Control
Chassis
Tires, front	AT25 x 8-12
Tires, rear	AT25 x 10-12
Brakes, front	(2) Dual-piston disc
Brakes, rear	Sealed, oil-bathed, multi-disc
Suspension, front / wheel travel	Dual A-Arms, two shocks with five-way preload adjustment / 6.7 in.
Suspension, rear / wheel travel	Dual A-Arms, two shocks with five-way preload adjustment / 7.9 in.
Dimensions
Overall length	86.4 in.
Overall Width	46.3 in.
Wheelbase	50.6
Ground clearance	9.7 in.
Seat height	35.6 in.
Other
Total Rack capacity	264 lbs.
Towing capacity	1,250 lbs.
Curb weight	654.9 lbs.
Fuel capacity	5.4 gal.
Lighting	(2) 40W headlights, 5W taillight, 21W stoplight
Instruments	Digital speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, clock, hour meter, fuel gauge, 2x4 / 4x4 indicator light, neutral indicator light, reverse indicator light, low fuel warning light, low oil warning light
Color choices	Realtree® Hardwoods Green HD®
Good Times™ Protection Plan	12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty	12 Months

2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4×4i

admin — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 05:40:53 +0000

The middleweight choice in Kawasakis V-twin powered sport-utility all-terrain vehicle (ATV) family, the Brute Force® 650 4×4i offers refined power and handling. It combines a plush ride courtesy of its competent front and rear independent suspension with a superb four-wheel drive system and a durable and powerful 633cc V-twin engine to deliver a knock-out blow to its challengers.

MSRP*	$7,399
Engine
Type	Four-stroke, V-twin, liquid-cooled, SOHC, four-valve
Displacement	633 cm
Bore x stroke	80.0 x 63.0mm
Compression ratio	9.9:1
Carburetor	Keihin CVKR-34 x 2
Starting system	Electric with recoil back up
Transmission	KAPS, Dual Range with Reverse, 2WD/4WD, and Kawasaki Engine Brake Control
Chassis
Tires, front	AT25 x 8-12
Tires, rear	AT25 x 10-12
Wheelbase	50.6 in.
Brakes, front	(2) Dual-piston disc
Brakes, rear	Sealed, oil-bathed, multi-disc
Suspension, front / Wheel Travel	Dual A-Arms, two shocks with five-way preload adjustment / 6.7 in.
Suspension, rear / Wheel travel	Dual A-Arms, two shocks with five-way preload adjustment / 7.9 in.
Dimensions
Overall length	86.4 in.
Overall Width	46.3 in.
Wheelbase	50.6 in.
Ground clearance	9.7 in.
Seat Height	35.6 in.
Other
Total Rack Capacity	264 lbs.
Towing capacity	1,250 lbs.
Curb weight	654.9 lbs.
Fuel capacity	5.4 gal.
Lighting	(2) 40W headlights, 5W taillight, 21W stoplight
Instruments	Digital speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, clock, hour meter, fuel gauge, 2x4 / 4x4 indicator light, neutral indicator light, reverse indicator light, low fuel warning light, low oil warning light
Color choices	Woodsman Green, Sunbeam Red, Super Black
Good Times™ Protection Plan	12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty	12 Months

2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 NRA Outdoors

admin — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 05:17:59 +0000

The officially licensed Kawasaki Brute Force® 750 4×4i NRA OUTDOORS special edition features the Advantage® MAX-I HD camouflage pattern to keep outdoorsmen off their preys radar. In addition to bodywork, extra camouflage on the NRA OUTDOORS model covers the front guard, front and rear racks and all four wheels making it a perfect compliment to the hunting lifestyle.

MSRP*	$8,949
Engine
Type	Liquid-cooled, 90-degree, four-stroke V-twin
Valve system	SOHC, four valves per cylinder
Displacement	749cc
Starting system	Electric
Bore x stroke	85 x 66mm
Compression ratio	8.8:1
Fuel System	Fuel Injection; (2) 36mm Mikuni throttle bodies
Ignition	TCBI with digital advance
Transmission	Continuously variable belt-drive transmission with high and low range, plus reverse, and Kawasaki Engine Brake Control
Final drive	Selectable four-wheel drive with Variable Front Differential Control, shaft
Chassis
Frame	Double-cradle, high-tensile tubular steel
Front suspension / wheel travel	Dual A-arm / 6.7 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel	Fully Independent, dual A-arm / 7.9 in.
Front tires	AT25x8-12
Rear tires	AT25x10-12
Front brakes	Dual hydraulic discs with 2-piston calipers
Rear brake	Sealed, oil-bathed, multi-disc
Dimensions
Overall length	86.4 in.
Overall width	45.9 in.
Overall height	48.5 in.
Wheelbase	50.5 in.
Ground clearance	9.7 in.
Seat height	35.5 in.
Other
Lighting	(4) 40W headlights, 5W taillight, 21W stoplight
Rack capacity, front / rear	88 / 176 lbs.
Towing capacity	1,250 lbs.
Curb weightM	652.7 lbs.
Fuel capacity	5.0 gal.
Instruments	Speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, clock, hour meter, fuel gauge, 2x4/4x4 indicator, neutral indicator, reverse indicator, low fuel warning light, low oil warning light
Color	Advantage® MAX-I™ HD™ camouflage
Good Times™ Protection Plan	12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty	12 Months

2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 4×4i (Camo)

admin — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 04:28:21 +0000

The leader of Kawasakis V-twin powered, sport-utility all-terrain vehicle (ATV) pack, the Brute Force® 750 4×4i retains its top status for 2009 by harnessing a hard-charging digital fuel injected V-twin engine to a plush ride supplied by its competent front and rear fully independent suspension and a superb four-wheel drive system. Wrapping it all in REALTREE Hardwoods Green® HD camouflage bodywork makes the 750 4×4i perfect for adventure enthusiasts and hunters alike.

MSRP*	$8,549
Engine
Type	Liquid-cooled, 90-degree, four-stroke V-twin
Valve system	SOHC, four valves per cylinder
Displacement	749cc
Starting system	Electric
Bore x stroke	85 x 66mm
Compression ratio	8.8:1
Fuel System	Digital Fuel Injection; (2) 36mm Mikuni throttle bodies
Carburetion	(2) Keihin CVKR-34
Ignition	TCBI with digital advance
Transmission	Continuously variable belt-drive transmission with high and low range, plus reverse, and Kawasaki Engine Brake Control
Final drive	Selectable four-wheel drive with Variable Front Differential Control, shaft
Chassis
Frame	Double-cradle, high-tensile tubular steel
Front suspension / wheel travel	Dual A-arm / 6.7 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel	Fully Independent, dual A-arm / 7.9 in.
Front tires	AT25x8-12
Rear tires	AT25x10-12
Front brakes	Dual hydraulic 200mm discs with 2-piston calipers
Rear brake	Sealed, oil-bathed, multi-disc
Dimensions
Overall length	86.4 in.
Overall width	45.9 in.
Overall height	48.5 in.
Wheelbase	50.6 in.
Ground clearance	9.7 in.
Seat height	35.6 in.
Other
Lighting	(4) 40W headlights, 5W taillight, 21W stoplight
Rack capacity, front / rear	88 / 176 lbs.
Towing capacity	1,250 lbs.
Curb weight	652.7 lbs.
Fuel capacity	5.0 gal.
Instruments	Speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, clock, hour meter, fuel gauge, 2x4/4x4 indicator, neutral indicator, reverse indicator, low fuel warning light, low oil warning light
Color choices	Realtree® Hardwoods Green HD®
Good Times™ Protection Plan	12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty	12 Months

2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 4×4i

admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:31:42 +0000

The leader of Kawasakis V-twin powered, sport-utility all-terrain vehicle (ATV) pack, the Brute Force® 750 4×4i retains its top status for 2009 by mating a hard-charging digital fuel injected V-twin engine to the plush ride supplied by its competent front and rear fully independent suspension and superb four-wheel drive system. Wrapped in aggressive bodywork, its the perfect choice for adventure enthusiasts and sportsmen alike.

MSRP*	$8,199
Engine
Type	Liquid-cooled, 90-degree, four-stroke V-twin
Valve system	SOHC, four valves per cylinder
Displacement	749cc
Starting system	Electric
Bore x stroke	85 x 66mm
Compression ratio	8.8:1
Ignition	TCBI with digital advance
Transmission	Continuously variable belt-drive transmission with high and low range, plus reverse, and Kawasaki Engine Brake Control
Final drive	Selectable four-wheel drive with Variable Front Differential Control, shaft
Chassis
Frame	Double-cradle, high tensile tubular steel
Front suspension / wheel travel	Dual A-arm / 6.7 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel	Fully Independent, dual A-arm / 7.9 in.
Front tires	AT25x8-12
Rear tires	AT25x10-12
Front brakes	Dual hydraulic 200mm discs with 2-piston calipers
Rear brake	Sealed, oil-bathed, multi-disc
Dimensions
Overall length	86.4 in.
Overall width	45.9 in.
Overall height	48.5 in.
Wheelbase	50.6 in.
Ground clearance	9.7 in.
Seat height	35.6 in.
Other
Lighting	(4) 40W headlights, 5W taillight, 21W stoplight
Rack capacity, front / rear	88 / 176 lbs.
Towing capacity	1,250 lbs.
Curb weight	652.7 lbs.
Fuel capacity	5.0 gal.
Instruments	Speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, clock, hour meter, fuel gauge, 2x4/4x4 indicator, neutral indicator, reverse indicator, low fuel warning light, low oil warning light
Color choices	Woodsman Green, Sunbeam Red, Lime Green, Super Black and Dark Royal Red
Good Times™ Protection Plan	12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty	12 Months

2008 Grizzly 700 FI Auto. 4×4 EPS

admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:31:14 +0000

Most powerful Grizzly ever: 686cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke engine and light weight add up to the best power-to-weight ratio of any utility model in the industry.

MSRP*	$8,299 (Hunter Green) Available from June 2007
	$8,299 (Steel Blue) Available from June 2007
	$8,299 (Red) Available from June 2007
	$8,649 (Realtree® AP HD™ Camouflage) Available from July 2007
Engine
Type	686cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled single; SOHC, 4 valves
Bore x Stroke	102.0mm x 84.0mm
Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Carburetion	Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI), 44mm
Ignition	32 Bit ECU
Starting System	Electric
Transmission	Yamaha Ultramatic® V-belt with all-wheel engine braking/H, L, N, R, P
Engine Braking	All wheel
Drive Train	Yamaha On-Command® pushbutton; 3-way locking differential; 2WD, 4WD, locked 4WD; shaft drive
Chassis
Suspension/Front	Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 7.1-in travel
Suspension/Rear	Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 9.5-in travel
Brakes/Front	Dual hydraulic disc
Brakes/Rear	Dual hydraulic disc
Tires/Front	AT25 x 8-12 w/aluminum wheels
Tires/Rear	AT25 x 10-12 w/aluminum wheels
Dimensions
L x W x H	81.3 x 46.5 x 48.8 in
Seat Height	35.6 in
Wheelbase	49.2 in
Turning Radius	126 in
Ground Clearance	11.8 in
Fuel Capacity	5.3 gal
Dry Weight	600 lb
Rack Capacity	99 lb Fr./187 lb Rr.
Towing Capacity	1,212 lb
Other
Instrumentation	Digital LCD multifunction display: speedometer, odometer, dual tripmeter, hourmeter, clock, fuel gauge, gear position, EPS and EFI function
Lighting	Dual 35W Halogen multi-reflector headlights & 21W/5W brakelight

2009 Grizzly 350 Auto. 4×4

admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:08:04 +0000

A mid-size 4WD ATV with our exclusive fully automatic Ultramatic transmission. On-command 2WD/4WD, solid rear axle, front disc brakes and more.

MSRP	$5,399 (Steel Blue) Available from September 2008
	$5,399 (Hunter Green) Available from September 2008
	$5,399 (Black Metalic) Available from September 2008
	$5,749 (Realtree® AP HD® Camouflage) Available from June 2008
Engine
Type	348cc, 4-stroke, air-/oil-cooled single; SOHC
Bore x Stroke	83.0mm x 64.5mm
Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Carburetion	Mikuni® 33mm BSR
Ignition	DC - CDI
Starting System	Electric w/auxiliary pull
Transmission	Yamaha Ultramatic® V-belt with front-/ rear-wheel engine braking/ F, N, R
Drive Train	Yamaha On-Command® pushbutton; 2WD, 4WD; shaft drive
Chassis
Suspension/Front	Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 6.3-in travel
Suspension/Rear	Swingarm; 5-way preload adjustment, 7.1-in travel
Brakes/Front	Dual hydraulic discs
Brakes/Rear	Fully sealed drum
Tires/Front	AT25x8-12
Tires/Rear	AT25x10-12
Dimensions
L x W x H	78.1 x 42.7 x 44.1 in
Seat Height	32.6 in
Wheelbase	48.5 in
Turning Radius	118 in
Ground Clearance	9.7 in
Fuel Capacity	3.8 gal
Wet Weight	568 lb
Rack Capacity	88 lb Fr./176 lb Rr.
Towing Capacity	1102 lb
Other
Instrumentation	None
Lighting	Dual 30W Krypton multi-reflector headlights & 21W/5W brakelight
Warranty	6 Month (Limited Factory Warranty)

2009 Grizzly 350 Auto. 4×4 IRS

admin — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:02:47 +0000

A mid-size ATV with Yamahas exclusive fully automatic Ultramatic transmission, On-command 2WD/4WD with Diff Lock, independent rear suspension, analog meter, sealed wet disc brake and more!

MSRP*	$5,999 (Steel Blue) Available from July 2008
	$5,999 (Hunter Green) Available from July 2008
	$5,999 (Black Metalic) Available from July 2008
	$6,349 (Realtree® AP HD® Camouflage) Available from June 2008
Engine
Type	348cc, 4-stroke, air-/oil-cooled single; SOHC
Bore x Stroke	83.0mm x 64.5mm
Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Carburetion	Mikuni® 33mm BSR
Ignition	DC-CDI
Starting System	Electric w/auxiliary pull
Transmission	Yamaha Ultramatic® V-belt with all-wheel engine braking/F, N, R
Drive Train	Yamaha On-Command® pushbutton; 3-way locking differential; 2WD, 4WD, locked 4WD; shaft drive
Chassis
Suspension/Front	Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 6.3-in travel
Suspension/Rear	Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 7.1-in travel
Brakes/Front	Dual hydraulic discs
Brakes/Rear	Sealed wet brake
Tires/Front	AT25x8-12
Tires/Rear	AT25x10-12
Dimensions
L x W x H	78.5 x 43.1 x 44.1 in
Seat Height	32.7 in
Wheelbase	48.6 in
Turning Radius	134 in
Ground Clearance	9.6 in
Fuel Capacity	3.8 gal
Wet Weight	606 lbs
Rack Capacity	88 lb Fr./176 lb Rr.
Towing Capacity	1102 lbs.
Other
Instrumentation	Speedometer, odometer
Lighting	Dual 30W Krypton multi-reflector headlights & 21W/5W brakelight
Warranty	6 Month (Limited Factory Warranty)

2008 Grizzly 700 FI Auto. 4×4 EPS Ducks Unlimited Edition

admin — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:56:18 +0000

This version of the maximum Grizzly gets the new Advantage Max-4 High Definition Camouflage. Get ready to hunt!

MSRP*	$8,699 (Advantage Max-4 HD® Camouflage) Available from July 2007
Engine
Type	686cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled single; SOHC, 4 valves
Bore x Stroke	102.0mm x 84.0mm
Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Carburetion	Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI), 44mm
Ignition	32 Bit ECU
Starting System	Electric
Transmission	Yamaha Ultramatic® V-belt with all-wheel engine braking/H, L, N, R, P
Engine Braking	All wheel
Drive Train	Yamaha On-Command® pushbutton; 3-way locking differential; 2WD, 4WD, locked 4WD; shaft drive
Chassis
Suspension/Front	Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 7.1-in travel
Suspension/Rear	Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 9.5-in travel
Brakes/Front	Dual hydraulic disc
Brakes/Rear	Dual hydraulic disc
Tires/Front	AT25 x 8-12 w/aluminum wheels
Tires/Rear	AT25 x 10-12 w/aluminum wheels
Dimensions
L x W x H	81.3 x 46.5 x 48.8 in
Seat Height	35.6 in
Wheelbase	49.2 in
Turning Radius	126 in
Ground Clearance	11.8 in
Fuel Capacity	5.3 gal
Dry Weight	600 lb
Rack Capacity	99 lb Fr./187 lb Rr.
Towing Capacity	1,212 lb.
Other
Instrumentation	Digital LCD multifunction display: speedometer, odometer, dual tripmeter, hourmeter, clock, fuel gauge, gear position, EPS and EFI function
Lighting	Dual 35W Halogen multi-reflector headlights & 21W/5W brakelight