2019 Yamaha Wolverine X2 Buyer's Review: Watch this before you buy

[@toben42]

My daughter just bought one, it was a lot of fun trail riding. The wife now seems interested in getting one. 👍😊

[@dnsmithnc]

This looks like a real review rather than an advertisement.

[@ProTechEpoxyFloors]

Gotta be one of the best real world reviews I’ve seen for any machine. Great job, spoke about all the points trail riders are interested in.

[@Driftuner]

Best reviewer at the moment, love your content dude. Very concentrated, well organized, stays in subject, avoids unnecessary repetitive info, informs uns about things that brochures never tells (like the steering feel which is very important for me, for example), etc. Great stuff man

[@garykline4761]

Great video & thanks! just got a new X2 se in backcountry blue, have about 250+ miles on it so far. I'm 6.0 and 230 getting in & out is not bad. Once your in the ride is smooth & quiet. I did remove the rear sway bar & went down 2 rounds on all 4 springs & softened up re-bound & compression 5 clicks on all the shocks, dropped the air press. to 13 lbs. it made it much better for the type of somewhat high speed trail riding the wife & I run. I say take one for a test ride if you can. We ride with all brands & types 1000 turbos etc. in our club & keep up with no problems up to 50+, stayed with Yamaha cause they are dependable & rock solid. Long time owner of Yamaha machines. Oh and i did recently tow in a polaris 900 with 2,100 miles on it with a blown belt. Just sayin'...

[@TheHotandshot91]

You are the best reviewer man seriously i thoroughly enjoy your videos

[@swiftproductions5719]

I agree. This man is awesome

[@TFLoffroad]

Nice! I actually had the chance to hit up Windrock park earlier this year. Was a damn good time! You've got some great off-road terrain out there. Thanks for the kind words! Got lots of reviews coming, so stay tuned. - Stephen

[@destinhook3826]

way more detailed than Dirt Trax TV. i don’t get that feeling that he skips over a lot of negatives because he’s sponsored.

[@pajamatime5750]

Loving the new channel and the in depth reviews.... I agree with the parking brake feature - It’s way more convenient than a “Park” setting on the transmission.... Keep up the good work guys!! Looking forward to the next review!

[@jeffmacey6482]

I've had Yamahas for years never had a problem with any of them always a really good product.

[@680pookie]

Jeff Macey good for you I had 2-2004 660 grizzlies the biggest pos

[@joeellis2692]

I've never had a problem with Yamaha until I bought a 2016 Yamaha Grizzly 708 eps

[@jasonlewis995]

@@joeellis2692 708'....problems everywhere

[@rizaptor7005]

Happy to see Thurman Merman grew up and enjoys the outdoors and powersports. Great review

[@dnsmithnc]

Good honest review instead of a 15 minute commercial that I just came from.

[@renegade800beatsall]

$300 for the cargo box in the USA... $700 in Canada, boy are we getting ripped off up here in Canada!

[@eclipser2004]

I counted 14 seconds to 83kmh. I have a 2016 Wolverine r-spec 700cc. Good suspension and steering

[@NZsarge1]

And they’ve just dropped a teaser for a hardcore 1000cc version of the Wolverine 👍🏼

[@padenmartin7433]

another great example of a down to earth youtuber that doesn’t get the recognition that they deserve

[@johnbrant7016]

I presently own a Honda Pioneer 500 ( 50" wide machine) When I saw this new machine from Yamaha, I knew I wanted one immediately. So I started looking at the reviews, and of course they're all glowing, but several reviewers noted, as you did- and glossed over very quickly- that getting into it is somewhat annoying with that shoulder bolster, and that it was a little tight width-wise for us 'ahem' bigger guys. I finally made it to the dealer to look at one. **Keep in mind, I'm comparing it size-wise to my P-500.** First thing I see, is that it is huge, and I was completely shocked at how much bigger it is than the P-500- especially when it's being touted as a "nimble" trail machine, so that kinda shook me a bit, but still wanted it, cuz in my mind, I already bought it.... till I sat in it. My left arm was completely outside the cage, and if you ride tight trails, or make them, you know how bad that could be, and that stupid bolster was totally dug into the back of my arm.... The center console eats up so much interior width, that the seats are pushed out too far. I seriously have way,way,way more room in my P-500(seat-wise anyways, cuz it has no storage space whatsoever) Even my wife said something before I could admit that this isn't going to work for me- she was cramped too. I can't tell you how disappointed I am..... Please Yamaha, make the console narrower!!! I guess I'm stuck with my Honda for a while :(

[@PartTimeYooper]

It's the same reason I dont own one right now. I even went over with the dealer how we could modify it before just saying no. Too bad

[@NavigateOffroad]

Great review man! You did a great job covering different aspects of the machine.

[@kevinveinot1586]

Good review like your honesty and real world testing. Would be interesting to see a review comparing that to the cfmoto uforce 800. Keep up the good work.

[@TFLoffroad]

Thanks! Will definitely try to get something from CFMoto to review.

[@sideskraft]

Pretty much every ATV/UTV is made with China-built components, regardless of where they're assembled. Certainly the engineering makes a difference. Take a look at the quality of components on a Japanese motorcycle from the 70s or 80s and compare it to the new ones -- it's like night and day. Cost has driven down the quality.

[@TheVenom8343]

guy strom, you might want to do a little research on CF Moto before you start spewing nonsense. I have beat on my ZForce 1000 like a red headed step child and it is still asking for more.

[@clydejohnson4251]

@guy proulx Being a previous general manager of a CFMOTO Dealership along with several other brands if what your saying is true than that is ridiculous. We sold roughly 50 units in the 3 years I was working for the dealer an never seen one with blown engine at low milage. I did see one guy have issues with the rocker arms failing however his machine was 3 years old had over 4k miles an the intake was nasty. Other than that I seen very few serious issues an if any of did have problems while under warranty we repaired them in a timely manner and got the customer riding again. My Ant an uncle has a 17 Zforce 800ex, they have went to West Virginia an Kentucky every chance they get. Only thing they've done besides changing fluids an filters is brake pads an a belt. So I would have to strongly disagree with your statement

[@keithrouse4085]

GREAT review!! I have been considering an X2, but I wanted to hear someone explain first. I have a 2004 Yamaha Rhino and a 2016 Yamaha Wolverine, I definitely thought the dump bed was missing after having it in my Rhino and not in the Wolverine... glad Yamaha fixed things!

[@Badassbowtie75]

Please do a review on a Yamaha Wolverine X4. Your reviews are excellent!

[@tangerineRIDES13]

i LOVE my X2 guys this is a good utv . top speed is not a deal breaker for me trails i ride are slow this machine works plain and simple go get one!!!!!!

[@tangerineRIDES13]

ford vs chevy or s&wesson and glock to each his own #1 my local polaris dealer is a complete Ahole,#2 i simply dont like polaris,or can am#3 i paid less than 11k otd no where close to general price one mans garbage is another ones treasure. i have no issues with any of the complaints you mentioned.i respect your opinon please respect mine

[@ROTAXD]

SEAT TIME fair enough.

[@daveharris8342]

SEAT TIME we just got one. I love it ! Plenty of speed for the trails

[@tangerineRIDES13]

awsome dude have fun. the motor will start to rev better and stronger about 100miles or so ,200m and 25 hour on mine no complants so far

[@stevestuart3796]

@@ROTAXD Let me guess, you are under 21 years of age?

[@icehouselover13]

Another great Review! When I want a an honest review of a machine, this is where I go to get it!! Great job!!

[@G-Man-kc2nm]

Great unbiased review...thank you for your honesty!

[@bradenfenton5895]

Never seen a better review

[@shervinghannadian9651]

Is the 2018 vs this model a different engine? And are these belt drivin? Thanks for the video!

[@boblabla13]

great review, thanks. Looking at grabbing one of these before winter and have looking for honest reviews. Good job

[@brly4542]

Awesome reviews, also I hope the manufacturers are watching, because you make a lot of good points. Yamaha I'm sure will fix the seatbelt issue they are usually quick to recall issues. With the park brake comment I agree and I hate that Yamaha didn't put a park brake on my grizzly, hearing it clunk when parking on a hill makes me cringe, but its 6 years old and has never been back to the dealer, so can't really complain.

[@Carbon2wheeler]

Forgot the nice truck style reverse lights.

[@northerntaco5999]

That seat belt would be annoying. 4 point harnesses should be standard, more comfortable. I know you likely know, but the diff lock is for the front

[@arickhook370]

I love mine, great for the woods

[@ericechipman1183]

You do a really good job on your videos I like them alot I just would like to ask you which side by side road better to you you did a video on a 2019 Kawasaki teryx4 and you did a video on a 2019 Yamaha X2 so in your opinion which one did you think Road better in the woods and took the trails better and smoother

[@bigbluegpr]

Looks like the shoulder bolsters would be pretty easy to remove for us "wide guys"!

[@Travide]

Can you make a video of the 2021 plus models with the new doors etc and what would u prefer more the yamaha or honda pioneer 1000

[@SavingGrace123]

On the trails do you think one of those could hang with rzrs. Rzrs will go some crazy places, is this thing as capable?

[@steevesevan]

About the seat belt. If u don’t buckle it while stopped. It will beep at you once moving. If u buckle it while moving. It will beep until u stop And unbuckle and buckle back up. However I just pulled the sensor lol

[@lcdubs7847]

Giving Dirtrax a run for the money. Great job!

[@akafletch]

So how about the heat? any better than any other sxs?

[@ericsteppe9482]

Love the videos man, very informative! I'm going to be in the market soon to buy a side-by-side. And I've narrowed it down to the Honda pioneer 700-4, or the Yamaha wolverine x-4. What are your opinions on the two?

[@brandonwright6578]

My question is really is this any better then my 07 rhino limited 660R on 27in tires with four seats and upgraded roll cage would this be better or just a great addition.

[@hayneshuntingcom]

did u have the seatbelt hooked up on the passenger seat? I wonder if thats why it kept going off

[@Bill14886]

I recently purchased the Same SXS . Love it ! Trail riding is superb, it's a Billy Goat and pure stock at that. No need for aftermarket add on to break stuff and your wallet. One thing I noticed, you do great reviews but some guys gave questions. Might be a good idea to answer them. Just saying

[@MikeJKeator]

I love the good, the bad and the weird! Great job man!

[@benolsen1414]

Good review. I sat in one and I am 5’10” and pretty slim. I found myself trying to slide the seat back and it was already back. Also with the middle console I found it kind of cramped. It’s not terrible or anything but if I’m spending that much I want to be comfortable. Also don’t like the top speed. I was exited when I heard they were putting the twin engine in this but it’s top speed is still the same. I understand that it’s a sport utility but Yamaha always seems to hold back from what the competition is offering. Too bad. I can have the reliability of Yamaha and low performance or the high performance of the competition and spend time fixing them. I will have to ponder that.

[@MassiveOverkill]

With the speed limiter bypassed it will do 56-57 MPH. With sheave work you can get mid 60's.

[@SigCross]

Hey can you review the Textron Wildcat XX . I'd be interested in your opinion.

[@lokizhand174]

Is there any chance you have a 2019 X4 review? Great reviews , keep them coming!!

[@davidbusbee7887]

Great review. Thank you

[@sfurse77]

just curious for size comparison. How tall are you?

[@aponoypi]

Good review. Any big difference between x4 and x2. Sometimes want to bring kids

[@jasonlewis995]

Just the suspension. X4 has auto in the rear. The X4 is really, really solid and drives extremely well. Super quiet, no heat AND if the family isnt with you the seats fold up or can be removed giving you even more room.

[@prorider6997]

Anyone figured out how to get any more legroom? For us tall people the X2 desperately needs a lot more leg room compared to the PoPo General.

[@ROTAXD]

Prorider that's very simple. Don't buy a yamaha.

[@WBOS72]

Thanks for the vid - i really want an x2 r spec.

[@arickhook370]

Great machine, i love mine

[@scottfurlong5475]

Great review! Very thorough.

[@regsparkes6507]

Yes, this is a decent review,..but I do wonder at all the dust that is NOT prevented from getting into the 'glove boxes'. I think these two cubby holes should be more dust proof. I also agree with that parking emergency brake feature,..this way we would be using the wheels to stop and hold the vehicle, and not the drive line.

[@lessopinion9707]

Well done, very informative

[@MrBanex25]

Im having hard time choosing between Yamaha Wolverine and Honda Pioneer

[@pegasisilver6249]

Good and meticulous review. Well done. Yamaha usually stands for good and well made products. I wasn´t to impressed looking under the bonnet, with such an offroad going creature, i surely expects eletrical systems better covered and protected. Also whatever side by side i´m looking at, most of them cost like a small car, but you dont get that feeling quality or effort put in to it, looking at the final product.

[@sideskraft]

That's because the car companies have thousands of engineers and sell millions of vehicles, whereas these UTV companies have far less engineers working on those machines and they sell a few thousand of them. The car companies have a team of 50 engineers working on a suspension system, the UTV company has maybe 5 people on their suspension. It's all about economies of scale -- big volume means big money and superior fit and finish.

[@erwinnez3735]

I am interested, another good vid TFL. Thanks

[@jeffmacey6482]

What problems did you have with your Grizzlies?

[@middlehot]

Nice reviews the best thanks

[@oarias5158]

Dam I hate I haven’t subscribed sooner! 👍 this is what I like UTV’s

[@71Pasolini]

Such a great review.

[@MoaByte-v2z]

It is a quality built Yamaha and a huge upgrade from the Rhino. Like most SxS's, it lacks driving experience for the driver. It seems to cater to people who have never driven or too lazy to drive. It has plenty of power and is not as loud , but seems designed for safety and for people who don't do their own maintenance and are uncomfortable shifting gears. For a work vehicle, I prefer my 2019 Hijet because of precision and simplicity besides payload and it's quiet, with AC/heat.

[@chucksmith1209]

Can the 52 mph speed limit be over ridden?

[@1guyin10]

An ECU reflash will take care of it. Most people that do that also put an aftermarket clutch in it as well so it doesn't run the engine RPM so high at high speed.

[@canamdennis6829]

I love this new sxs but come on Yamaha 53mph wow you çan do better then that

[@SSYoung125]

If they made it to fast it would take customers away from there yxz 1000 ss thats the one you want

[@MassiveOverkill]

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[@ROTAXD]

Spencer Young the yxz is another pos.

[@SSYoung125]

ROTAXD it's a 3 cylinder 1000cc Yamaha engine with a slam shifter that can easily fit yamaha's turbo kit for it how is that a pile of crap it is a very different machine from the rest of the industry and is very fast, really plush RACING machine. don't be giving something crap when you have not owned it or just have a different preferences if you think it's a pile of crap back it up with proof or at least explain yourself

[@KINDIRBUDS]

My Can am commander 1000x will do 70+. I NEVER get it there unless out on a frozen lake. Top speed for most utv's is just bragging rights , not real world uses.

[@LTSmash-on3fe]

Awesome Review although I like the can-am defender better...

[@27Zangle]

Would love to have one of these. However, that 52mph is disappointing for such a wonderful engine. It sounds like it has a lot of room in the top end still.

[@MassiveOverkill]

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[@ROTAXD]

27Zangle had he done a proper test in 2wd the top speed would have likely been in the 60 mph range.

[@MassiveOverkill]

No it wouldn't, my X4 is modified

[@27Zangle]

Others have reported between 49 - 52 MPH from the factory in 2wd.

[@tomlorenzen4062]

How fast do you need to go?

[@SaxonWinther]

Yamaha builds the best machines. This is easily the best offroad trail machine available.

[@jeffreymcnamara5398]

Saxon Winter total not suitable for my needs as a farm vechicle needs more tray space more pay load more cabin

[@billydarico6180]

This will last! Unlike Polaris

[@GulfSoftwash]

A Canadian that pronounces Yamaha the correct way. Dear God above.

[@elbee1771]

I almost had a heart attack until I realized that wasn't mph....🤣

[@Amaranthian450]

I love that your in canada.

[@handymanbrian8269]

first thing id do is bypass the seatbelt limiter

[@markwalker2637]

sorry about the winch but why no top

[@54warrior]

looks like your helmet is poking out the top of the cage?!?!?!

[@hunterhays8741]

I have a 2007 Yamaha wolverine 450 and it's a bad son of a gun It's also a four wheeler with 40 horse power

[@davidgroff3355]

Ok what's the CC ???

[@markwalker2637]

why does it not have a winch and top

[@thatmotoguy3140]

the exact same thing happened to me with the seat belt,

[@TSemasFl]

Good review,

[@angelineglencomeau3860]

That cargo box; $300 US, but $600 Canadian?!?! What the hell? $600 for a molded plastic box.

[@bobcollinge4292]

No kidding

[@TapioBlue]

Wow, awesome variety of camera angles. I'm debating if a 50" trail sxs would fit more northern Ontario ATV trails? I'm a Yamy fan though and they don't make one. That quiet engine might sway me to stay with Yamaha.

[@josedossantos4126]

We ride on almost all the Ontario trails with a 60" and with friends that have 64" . You won't have any problems with this yamaha.

[@mindspinn311]

0:32 Lucas!!!

[@wrenchinator6667]

11.9 sec to 83kmh

[@TFLoffroad]

Thanks for timing it! Sounds slow when you read it as a number, but it certainly felt quick out there on that road. - Stephen

[@BlueAustinMaxi]

I have the body of a 14 year old even though I’m 17 would this be good for me

[@swiftproductions5719]

Your the man Stephen

[@danharris5873]

Looks like you're not even riding on the trails?

[@tree356]

Dayuuum... the windshield is larger than the machine itself.😆

[@curtisbull1583]

Great video, definitely one of the better reviews that I've seen on a machine in a long time. Sadly, after I say the machine is still pretty disappointing. Only 52 miles an hour and 69 horsepower. For some people that may be fine but for others it's nowhere near enough. And this type of utility machine with more power and more speed I think would be a big seller. But so far no manufacturer seems to get it.

[@MassiveOverkill]

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[@coryr9938]

Acceleration is good, Yamaha just likes limiting the top speed. On a normal trail you'd never really need that 50+ mph, only on long straits.

[@gregrowe1168]

Can am commander 800 goes 70 mph

[@MassiveOverkill]

There are some states like mine, South Dakota, that are SxS/ATV friendly, which are allowed to be driven on the roads. I don't have to trailer my SxS to the trailhead, I go from my driveway to the trailhead direct, which requires me to go at highway speeds, which has speed limits of 65 MPH. To keep up with traffic, I also need to be able to go the speed limit. It's not about going 65MPH on the trail. I'm also on Search and Rescue and our Can Ams and Polaris' both do 65 MPH, allowing us to respond to calls in our SxS' without having to trailer them. The 52 MPH speed limiter makes Yamaha less appealing for a response vehicle even though it's a superior off road vehicle in my opinion.

[@ROTAXD]

Why would you even consider doing a speed run in 4wd ? On that road, wheelspeed would be a non issue in 2wd and 4wd bith increased your time to speed and decreased your actual top speed.

[@TFLoffroad]

I did a few runs in two-wheel drive, and the spin off the line was excessive. With more foot control, I'm sure you're probably right that 2WD would be a bit faster to top speed. But it was simpler to just punch it in 4WD and feel all four tires bite. And the top speed is not affected at all because it is electronically limited. So no difference between 2WD and 4WD.

[@Nail-Maker]

Us is 12 thousand and Canada is 17 thousand oah my...

[@evanschmidt7030]

for comparison my suzuki ozark 250 tops out at 70kmh with 2 people on it

[@stevestuart3796]

Wrong answer it doesn't go back to your bedroom and play your Xbox.

[@oldguysrockon]

Why does everyone want to trail ride fast ?

[@markwalker2637]

what is your inseam for pants … for fit issues seriously doubt you have a 6' 6" capacity although my inseam is 34' LOL. VERY TALL UPPER TOURSEL.

[@BobElgin]

9 seconds to get 52 mph. Is the motor a 4 stroke? "Thanx Fer Sharin"

[@jamieshields9521]

Like hood coming off nice and open, looks basic in cab n great toolbox in back.👍83 is quicker than Honda 500 quad bike👍

[@ROTAXD]

Jamie Shields for the price of that yamaturd you could have a Polaris general 1000 that's far more capable as well as far more comfortable.

[@jasonlewis995]

@@ROTAXD and breaks down constantly. Then, no real.skid plates, not rad ,battery or floor guards...so add another 1k for shit that should come with it

[@ewbhdx6147]

That spider made me uncomfortable

[@ClintL63]

I actually used a stopwatch and you got 12 secs flat!

[@ClintL63]

but in Metric, that might be like 20 seconds! LOL!!

[@bradyoung252]

I bought the 2016 Wolverine Rspec last year which is now discontinued. I never would have bought it if I knew this new model was coming out. The 708cc single is way to loud, my ears rings all night after a ride. So disappointed with Yamaha.

[@rickburkes4485]

I agree...way too loud..

[@BartStar009]

Yamaha advertises they are $500 LESS than the Polaris, but I got the Polaris for $3000 less

[@cuzimaluzer777]

Which Polaris did you get,

[@yoda4runner137]

Can’t wait to be filthy rich so I can buy cool shit like this

[@otahu26]

83 KMPH... Sucks.. I get 106 outa my -07 vinson 500 ..and it's a 500!!!! YIKES..

[@kneedeepinbluebells5538]

" ... im a wide guy ... " Actually Just Short For Your Weight

[@blackmeinu1]

Good review.