2016 Yamaha YXZ1000R long term review! Is it good?

[@SXSBlog]

Do our YXZ owning fans agree? Has your YXZ been as trouble free as Doug's?

[@jasonrichter6499]

SXSBlog.com I agree with Doug. Mine has been problem free 1000 miles, and I ride woods and trails in Wisconsin and the UP. I believe a lot of yxz's would benefit from driver mods! Lol

[@jeremybeatty9337]

1500ish miles on mine. Only issue was a bad CV boot first weekend I had it. Zero issues since. Drive it like Ya stole it!

[@SXSBlog]

Wow!

[@moto420television5]

Mine fuckin rips! No problems!

[@MrTeachYa]

Absolutely! About 2500 miles of hard miles on mine. I drive it just like Doug hahaha petal to the metal everywhere and I haven't had 1 single issue. Best overall machine out there for sure.

[@darens440]

Love the ending. "Just make sure you can drive." You actually have to say that in 2017 for something with a clutch pedal.

[@Gonecheenin]

The Banshee of SXS's - nuff said. Those that love it can't imagine having anything else and will ultimately configure it into everything they want it to be. Those that can't or don't want to drive it/make it perform will never get it and will continuesly argue against the entire concept with those that love/own one till the end of time.

[@megatronboads]

Man, ever since they came out with these, I’ve been dying to get one!! I’m also a huge Yamaha guy, and the fact it has 3 pedals.. literally all my dreams came true. Ever since Sport SXS, I’ve been waiting for someone to come out with a true Manual trans.. 3 pedals is life! I’m in love!

[@w_stanky]

Great review mate, one of the most honest, down to earth no bullshit reviews I’ve heard come out of the US for the YXZ. Give it hell man. Australian watcher here 🇦🇺🇺🇸🇦🇺

[@mudbuck318]

Couldn't agree more, I absolutely love mine. I opted for the gear reduction and it made it perfect for my riding style, they're so much better than they're given credit for

[@mudbuck318]

Jay Taylor 70/30, 30" blackwater tires, eastern Ohio tight trails, lots of hills and ruts and mud, wish I would've gotten the 70/30/15 for more top speed the 1% of time I need it and 32" blackwaters since they run short

[@mudbuck318]

Jay Taylor with the 70/30 I've been able to rock crawl no problem. If you are planning on 30 and up tires I'd recommend the lower ratio with the 15% overdrive, right now I can idle along in 1st and the speedo doesn't even register a speed

[@smeglin1]

@@mudbuck318 i'm buying one today- what do you mean by "70/30"? i'm a northeast rider (maine, vt & nh) more canopy trails and logging roads. i prefer bottom end over top end.

[@mudbuck318]

@@smeglin1 70/30 gear reduction, also the gytr reduction offered from Yamaha. But for what you’re describing the 2019 and up gearing would be perfect. Even with the larger gear reduction these still don’t have a ton of torque, all the power is 7k rpms and up

[@davidgooding2940]

Man we had ours about a month and I absolutely love the yxz ss the paddle shift is where it’s at as far as I’m concerned. You don’t have to take your Hands off the wheel. Thumbs up from me

[@greghales2604]

David Gooding I wouldn't own a Yamaha

[@davidgooding2940]

That’s to bad fun machine

[@imbobby74]

David Gooding plus the recluse clutch u dont have to worry about stalling out on a hill or rock climbnh

[@trailblogger]

This thing has me wondering if I really need 2 kidneys or not.

[@trailblogger]

aaaaaaand I bought one lol

[@spreaddeezhazelnutz7511]

TrailBlogger lol, I need to get one too.

[@megatronboads]

No kidding. I’ve wanted one ever since they came out. Wouldn’t consider anything else with the manual trans, because 3 pedals is life!!

[@vf12497439]

Lived 40 years on one kidney so far🤪👍

[@dalmookhasher9649]

😂I’m gettin one tmrw too ik hyped but the 2020 one

[@cucolopez1942]

1,600 miles on mine,no issues mostly glamis and southern cali desert riding

[@JDRTRM]

Yamaha is an Engine Company ! They know there stuff ! All others wish they had the knowledge when it comes to that part. I’m a Yamaha guy like you and that’s all >>>>>>

[@commantrosexetlos4700]

and thats why lexus isf v8 is the only sport car that can go 300.000 with no problem...that v8 was made by yamaha...my yfz450 atv 1500 hours no prob...just amazing

[@IceKiller757]

Doug Butterfield, a gentlemen and a scholar!

[@NorthernRiderOffroad]

I like that Yamaha brought something new to market. Looks like fun to drive. I cant get enough of my rzr turbo. So much damn fun

[@live2ridegsxr1000]

You guys post the best videos. Thanks for the great review on this machine

[@alitttlebitofeverything]

Love u guys thanks for everything over the years!! ❤

[@jadebylund7061]

1600 miles on my 16. Great unit as a whole. Very fun to drive much different experience than anything out there. Only issue I had was rear axle CV boots failed from lack of protection. Put some mud flaps on and it's been trouble free.

[@Jamie-ww3yz]

Thanks man!!! Mine is still stock but was thinking about start modding.

[@dannywilliams2989]

Only about 800 miles on mine, owned it just under a year and its been bulletproof also. The only issue I had I caused myself by lawn darting in the dunes at ~40mph. Even with that, minor repairs and the yxz is screaming through the trails again. I wish it had the X3 suspension, but I still wouldn't trade for one. Its just too much fun to drive.

[@BabyMandingo]

Full sender, burning tire and clutch in that mud pit, rev limiter, these things look badass!

[@r.schroeder.9479]

Oh the days when Doug was still team Yamaha.

[@drivenlawncare3229]

I've been looking at them since I started watching the big gonna pull the trigger this spring

[@Broadfieldpoint]

This review is the read deal...thank you. Could had one of those cash under the table reviews where it is anything than 'real world'. No thanks. You've done a great job here for not just myself but all YXZ owners.

[@SXSBlog]

Thanks man!

[@bsterris1615]

Drive it like you stole it! Great review and shows the durability of this machine.

[@TheIrongutz]

Love my 17 yxz, 70/30 gearing and it rips, never a problem.

[@rodneybeverly6938]

I've just recently purchased a yxz November 2017 SS SE matte grey and blue man one of the best things I've ever received in my life Kix all types of rocks AKA ass in Glamis North if no one has ever been there you need to try it great place to ride

[@omerojuniorv]

How is it doing?

[@apmaman123]

Waiting for that one dude who daily drives his yxz, anyone got 30,000miles?

[@maxpilot7733]

My buddy got 18 k

[@smeglin1]

Literally signing papers today for a 2016 YXZ1000 - can't wait! :)

[@Brapoholic]

Lot of great info in this video. I just bought mine a few weeks ago. Only had the chance to take it out once. I’m almost scared of the stock tires in the rocky areas, they seem thin to me. Good to see yours is holding up with you being hard on it. I️ drive mine the same way. I mainly bought mine for dunes and fast trails since dirt bikes are what I love for the hard technical rocky areas.

[@BrianYXZ1000r]

Brapoholic keep the air pressures up.....or u risk pinch flats

[@wheelie4fun]

2017 YXZ1000 r ss 5200 miles Southern California desert and southern Utah desert. No issues at all, just drive it like Ferrari in the dirt!!!

[@chaseguello210]

Hey Doug and nick that was a great video love the in depth review I hope one day my channel can be as good as yours!!

[@ChiefRickyRC]

Finally some real info, Thank you! Right! I only buy geared machines and i won't by another one until its perfect. 800 5,6,7spd Wolverine just as it was back before 2003. Then put youre largest powerfulest Vtwin and 4 banger in this as two engine choices. The 1000 is the beginner SXS now. Turbo VTwin 200HP YXZ 🙏

[@garrypercy2888]

Doug put some stage 2 alba cams and 2.1 pounds flywheel there tune and get shocks revealed man u have a quick machine that handles better great video i have 2017 paddle shifter 120 hours o problems

[@dmanlangley7326]

Love mine 1700 miles weller turbo with the 45-15-15-15-1 percent reduction awesome bike can’t beat it literally

[@pennykline531]

Rekluse clutch definitely helps in the technical driving areas. Worth the money and save clutches.

[@davidlopez-ph4uj]

Great video thanks for sharing

[@rotor676]

Just about a year in not one thing has gone wrong. Just put gas in and go. Yamaha, Everything, Dependable

[@shirolee]

Damn... You really put this thing to the test...

[@bhdunphy]

You guys need to do a long term review on some of the other rigs, I'd love to know your opinions on the x3's

[@DUNEATV]

I love my 2017 YXZ!

[@Buhabiba75]

Very honest review... good job duuud

[@MassiveOverkill]

You know. I've never seen this video before. I really respect the guy in this video and can now see why the Blog has grown so big and why I initially was drawn to the Blog (never became a major 'fan' obviously) but watched a few videos. I don't recognize this guy today. I don't know who he is. You guys have tested all the new models from the other manufacturers. You don't need to do a full-on build of the 2024 YXZ, but why don't you just do a small test ride review?

[@chefderappa4838]

I bought a yxz they are super good

[@howardthewhelanwahlen3694]

Dougie D strain put a turbo on it it changes the machine intensely. This faster than the other machines out there by quite a bit.

[@dougbutterfield5505]

Hmmmmmmm

[@dustinnettrouer1164]

Great video! Love the Reviews! Gives the SXS enthousist out there a good feel for the Machines out there that are budget friendly! Sill a RZR guy but keep up the GREAT VIDEOS! #SXSBLOGLYFE!

[@SXSBlog]

Glad to hear it!

[@racinsilva6371]

I race mine and only issue so far has been the tie rods and the steering rack nuts and bolts broke. Other than that it’s completely stock and keeps up with built rzr’s

[@strokerman12]

Had mine 1.5 years and id never go back...the manual is so much more involved driving and it gives you so much more control...I was a 4 stroke drive style guy before and once I stopped feeling bad about taking it up to 10k I really learned to maneuver this machine...where I farm we have 16" furrows for miles and the suspension handles them like they don't even exist at 70 mph no vibration or anything. The only thing that has out maneuvered me is a Polaris general with tracks...thanks sxsblog.com Doug, Nick, and Nick you guys give us all a great honest unbiased perspective of what all these machines do...if you're ever in eastern Washington my door is open.

[@SXSBlog]

Hell yeah man we're glad you love your YXZ! We love Doug's as well.

[@ianc951]

We've had ours for about the same amount of time and I went to change the oil and the drain bold was stripped and had a heli coil in it, that pissed me off to say the least. Other than that the things great I learned how to drive a manual in it. Not sure about the paddle shifters on the 2017, never driven one but just doesn't seem like as fun.

[@justinweight849]

I ride dunes only mainly little Sahara Utah I had warranty issues on cv boots on rear axles and rear input shaft seal on transmission other wise just upgrades I’m at 1800 miles on my 2016 yxz1000r just tore down the engine to do a turbo and looked brand new inside if you ever come to Utah let me know I can show everything at little Sahara

[@SXSBlog]

We should be there in 2018!

[@bobbarrett2631]

Thanks Bro, Very useful info. Just realised that I can afford (?!!!!!) a used version. At 5:27 you mentioned the cage not being so good, can You add details for me, as having broken my back I certainly need to trust the Buggy, and the seats seam a good bet too. Be lucky and stay safe. From the UK

[@SXSBlog]

If you’re planning to do a bunch of jumping or very high speed antics the stock cage is too thin and will collapse in a bad wreck.

[@SXSBlog]

If you’re planning to do a bunch of jumping or very high speed antics the stock cage is too thin and will collapse in a bad wreck.

[@Jarhead1313]

What is your opinion on the new YXZ SS? Did Yamaha make an improvement with this? I live in the Southeast and have a Motocross background and have always ridden Yamaha and I want/need something durable since I'm married with 2 kids and don't want something breaking and costing me tons of money all the time. It'll be used for mild wooded trail riding with a few mild jumps here and there. No abusing,mud bogging, or rock climbing. Would you recommend the new YXZ SS? Because I'm torn between the RZR XP 1000,Can Am DPS Maverick 1000, And YXZ SS. Any advice would be much appreciated.

[@SXSBlog]

With a MX background I'd suggest the manual clutch YXZ over the SS. So far it's been one of the toughest side by sides we've come across!

[@Jarhead1313]

SXSBlog.com Thanks a bunch between your reply and a few other YXZ owners I think I've finally made my decision. God knows it's been killing me. I've been wanting one but was torn and on the fence on which damn SxS would be the best for me,God knows my wife would kill me if I spent this kind of money on a piece of junk. Once again thanks

[@SXSBlog]

Certainly man! RIDE ON!

[@bothetinman772]

I’m should be getting mine here in a couple weeks. It’s a 21 XTR SS. I’d like the three peddle option if it came in an XTR, but I’m not sweating it. I just wanted to know if you still had your YXZ and how’s it holding up if you do?

[@goldeg434]

My YXZ has been sound with almost 2k hard miles lots of racing still on stock clutch. Only thing I've broke is a front axle from doing diff lock donuts so that was my fault. For the price you cant beat a YXZ. When are you guys going to do a trip to Oregon to ride the dunes maybe UTV takeover.

[@pushpushlambert8079]

And that's an SRX triple triple triple under that tarp behind you . We have a name for that sled here ... The lake breaker .

[@whipplecripple4404]

SXSBlog, have you guys ridden the YXZ SS SE at all? I'm curious to see if you think it's upgraded parts overcome some of the short comings you talk about in this video.

[@SXSBlog]

The SS is gonna mask the lack of low end power a LITTLE bit, and there are some upgraded shocks but really the shortcomings are the same. These things certainly aren't an issue for everyone though, the YXZ is a great overall machine.

[@zackr9184]

Is that a vmax4 under the cover? Lets see a vid on that beaut, prolly my favorite yamaha sled

[@SXSBlog]

Vmax-4 with a turbo RX-1 engine, ice dragger. No time for it lately with all the SXS shenanigans.

[@trullmann]

I'm having a hard time deciding between this or a Can-Am.... if it had better suspension like the Can-Am I'd be completely sold for sure cuz I like the idea of having a clutch banging gears!

[@adamdoesthings3795]

Is it happy to swing the back end out for a drift or does it have to much bony role. And is the wide enough for that kind or driving

[@mariocontorinojr8948]

Lets see the yamaha sled!

[@67bronconut]

Was just wondering, I know you guys do more high speed desert running, but wanted Dougs option on the GYRT gear reduction system. Mainly asking because I'm in the south and run more low speed / rock crawl and like the concept of the YXZ over belt driver.

[@dannywilliams2989]

I did the gytr and added the 15% fifth gear overdrive. Its a whole different driving experience. First gear is for crawling and I haven't found anything I can't crawl over. I can set the throttle at about 3500rpm and get over just about anything without touching the clutch. I'm running 30" tires btw. As far as the rest of the gears, 2nd through 4th are geared lower than the originals so you have better acceleration through 4th. If I'm racing I just start in second gear. You will feel a noticeable hit going from 4th to 5th as the ratio gap is much bigger with the overdrive, but the car still accelerates hard. I highly recommend this setup!

[@dougbutterfield5505]

For the riding we do, mostly fast trail, I find the stock gearing really good so I'm not looking to change it on my own rig. For the kinda riding you describe though, I've heard nothing but positive reviews. Buy it, ride it, and there will certainly be an option available to fit your tastes.

[@67bronconut]

Thanks Doug... And you guys keep up the good work!!!

[@toddsimone7182]

Are they making a 2018 and if so is there anything new coming to the table?

[@SXSBlog]

Nothin new YET Todd!

[@dseashore1010]

Where's the next video? It's been awhile since you posted a long one.

[@508daviboy]

Hello Doug so I just picked up a YXZ1000 and I want to build a new cage like you did to yours , do you have specs or drawings of what you had done ?

[@SXSBlog]

Sorry man, it was just all off the cuff, no real plans

[@508daviboy]

No problem figured it was worth a shot . I will just wing it

[@508daviboy]

No problem figured it was worth a shot . I will just wing it

[@508daviboy]

No problem figured it was worth a shot . I will just wing it thanks for the reply

[@508daviboy]

No problem figured it was worth a shot . I will just wing it thanks for the reply

[@creekchief]

I am really considering this because I love Yamaha. I want to lift it because I’m in Florida and we have deep water. Do you think the clutch will have issue pushing larger tires?

[@SBRdvids]

Just got myself a new 2017 YXZ1000R SE over the holidays. At only 50% of it's current stock break-in capability, I discovered that it's pretty much like riding my YZ250FX racing enduro bike, just in a flattened version. So much more fun, than the fun I knew I was already going to have~ kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJaqaGSZgMyEmsk Thx to you & your buds for taking the time to produce this channel, I've learned a lot bout what needs to happen next~ Best, S.

[@dbroaddu]

my 2016 has been great... zero buyers remorse!!!

[@Rogue.Rider0]

Did you have to regear it? Everybody I know that has them had to regear.

[@SXSBlog]

Nah, we ain’t into rock crawling. Stock gearing works fine for us

[@Captain250FX]

Have you had any problems with the radiator clogging with mud?

[@SXSBlog]

Nope, actually have never had that issue, but talked with guys who have. The mud around here must not be as sticky.

[@DUNEATV]

The YXZ bulletproof period.

[@ericcass7579]

rhino250r garbage(period). Watched 3 over heat 20 minutes into an all day ride in may. One snapped shaft halfway through day. Dealership where I bought my sxs marked 7 of them down $8k because no one wants them.

[@SXSBlog]

$8k huh? What dealer? I'll buy one.

[@dannywilliams2989]

Typical hater, you'll never get a reply to that. :)

[@ericcass7579]

SXSBlog.com Nelson’s speed shop in Greenville. I’ll go through my cell photos because I took a pic. Not trying to hate I have no particular favorites. Enjoy your channel. I’m rocking a Honda pioneer 1000 5 for the family capacity and work capabilities

[@SXSBlog]

You sure on this 8k?

[@jetbrz2721]

How much does this cost ?

[@eightpoint]

from what ive heard its not how hard your on the clutch its taking it threw water that hurts the clutches on them

[@SXSBlog]

Doug's had this thing buried in the water.... lol

[@eightpoint]

yea theres a few videos about it on youtube other then that I don't know

[@eightpoint]

You guys have some cool stuff on here makes me wanta buy one again almost did couple years ago but got a boat instead no lack of water in Michigan right

[@theninja001]

My next car, gonna get a 2019 or newer. Mainly for dunes. Might turbo later

[@jasonbilow2877]

So what happened to the one with the busted cage?

[@arickhook370]

Doug, have you put any thought into a gear reduction kit for it?

[@dougbutterfield5505]

Have driven em and it isn't my cup of tea for the type of riding we usually do, but I absolutely can see where a lot of people would love it.

[@Gonecheenin]

Doug Butterfield not even the lower first? - would love to see if it could improve the jump out on the X3.

[@dougbutterfield5505]

In terms of drag racing it's just kind of a complex band-aid to cover up what it really needs, which is more power. Running stock tires you can pull the stock gearing in 4wd out of the hole with no problem with an exhaust / reflash / light flywheel. We've got a YXZ with this setup hanging right with a stock X3 in 500' with just that. Certainly everyone's setup is different and there is a place for lower gearing, but it isn't always better.

[@Gonecheenin]

Doug Butterfield After watching the video of your light flywheel test, i ordered one for my GYTR geared YXZ - can't wait to see the effect that has on my spool up when climbing some of nasty hills in PA & OH.

[@cybermavrik]

SXSBlog, if you guys decide you'd like to come down to the Ozark National Forest and do some riding, feel free to hit me up I know a lot of the great places down there and unfortunately we could be facing some trail closings and new legislation and I'd love to have y'all down here to highlight the place and help create a movement and an awareness to keep these trails open... just let me know and I'll make some phone calls...sincerely a big fan. CYBERMAVRIK

[@TheGingerBread27]

I’d be curious to see what Doug’s take is on the small chassis and shock changes on the 2019’s and up are and if it was really an improvement. @sxsblog

[@Steven15889]

Do you have to use the clutch to shift this thing or can you flat shift it?

[@SXSBlog]

You need to use the clutch.

[@insanemadmanroom2299]

im thinking about to get one the 2016 yxz has 800miles on it what type of clutch you would use

[@JWflatlander]

What price range is good on a used 16 or 17?

[@SXSBlog]

We've seen them as low as 9500 and as high as 16000. A clean unit should be in the 11-12 range IMO

[@JWflatlander]

SXSBlog.com thank you. I thought that's what they should be but around here I see them from 15-18k...used (proud owner/sellers I guess)

[@c.s.3746]

00:48 "we rode Hatfield McCoy with it". I call BS. Seeing is believing :p

[@SXSBlog]

Lol

[@ncbrutes123]

I will post me riding at Hatfield and McCoy’s this week . Even hit some black trails also. We rode rock house all day very easy riding there ???

[@oliverrosenkrantz7603]

If I got one of these and forged the motor could I daily it with highway miles too?

[@425j1]

Ah the illusive hatfield McCoy videos.

[@Adr-xg1bh]

Nice

[@cybermavrik]

.... title should have read "Yamaha YXZ... Is she good, bud?"

[@SXSBlog]

BUD

[@trevertobel8308]

love mine ..stock clutch know how to drive it ..

[@KCDrives]

This video kept me laughing with every action clip! what a machine, this is obviously worth the price lol

[@SXSBlog]

Overall great value

[@Jamie-ww3yz]

If you only had to do one mod or only could do one mod what would it be and why?

[@SXSBlog]

Well, if price is no object, turbo. But, bang for the buck the dual rate springs made the biggest difference in enjoyability.

[@commantrosexetlos4700]

nothing beats yamaha in reliability..and is the only shit that matters..all others power-grip-suspension can be fixed

[@markb1511]

Is there any adjustability on the factory suspension?

[@dougbutterfield5505]

Yeah but unfortunately the stock spring rates are way too far off to properly compensate with the adjustments, at least on my model, I can't speak for the upgraded shock packages that some get.

[@BrianYXZ1000r]

Mark Borkowski yea I adjusted my stock suspension to the softest settings and I'm running 0 preload in the rear.....these machines our over sprung in rear....I have no issues with ride quality and landing jumps is like landing on cloud....lol

[@alexj1984]

How much to upgrade the cage?

[@vf12497439]

Rolled mine over in the sand, bent/twisted frame. Munched cage... more to list but she is demolished and it didn't even do a full barrel roll on the sand. Total loss

[@dougbutterfield5505]

Who friggen cares what this dude thinks?

[@davidgooding2940]

Haha

[@joehonaker2218]

Ur a dick

[@ryanstuck603]

I want to see this with 300 whp

[@URBANAMERICANTAC]

Like a crack head waiting for the next fix. BOOOOOM, got my high on and watched another sxsblog.com zero percent off video.

[@SXSBlog]

YALL GOT ANY OF THEM SIDE BY SIDE BLOGS?

[@graysongore774]

I am getting a Yamaha yxz 1000 r for 10k that has 8 hours on it

[@graysongore774]

Are they tough as they say?

[@SXSBlog]

did you watch the video? lol

[@graysongore774]

SXSBlog.com yes I did thanks for the review there’s not many honest reviews on yxz 1000 out there

[@graysongore774]

SXSBlog.com so I’m getting a good deal ?

[@SXSBlog]

ya dood

[@DonnaLee-z9q]

645 Jackie Mission

[@wraith511802003]

Driver is 100% the only reason this thing dont suck.

[@jakebarnier5188]

OMG. Do you guys even work? You get paid to make KZbin videos? Send me an application.

[@bengreen3790]

This is so funny, I think that the only reason people say that they love this Machine is because they are to Embarrassed to say that they don’t hold up at all after they spend the money on them . Last weekend I went trail riding with 2 of these . We had to to the 1000r out of the woods cause it lost the clutch , then this week another ride with a new YZX 1000ss and yep another clutch with less than 300 miles . The rest of the Machine seems to work well but not worth shit if the clutch goes out that easy .

[@SXSBlog]

3300 miles on ours now and still on the stock clutch. The abuse it has taken is evident in the videos. If your buds are blowing them that soon they either need a driver mod or got some defective parts.

[@JaaaaaaaC]

Rev limiter drops??? Oh you mean can't driver demonstrations.

[@SXSBlog]

It's called "drag racing"

[@AdventureTouringMoto]

If only there was a 2-speed transfer case in them.

[@HarrodClaude]

0905 Salvatore Courts