2023 Kawasaki Mule SX

After being on a wait list for 12 months my mule finally showed up.
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[@markharrison6656]

I'd of knocked myself out trying to get away from that hornet you treated like a good neighbor. Great review. Very helpful.

[@bdradley1]

@@markharrison6656 thx mark I appreciate it!

[@davidsuminski4243]

Ive bought a 2009 mule 610 4x4 and still have it . Best machine ive ever owned. Its not fast but this thing will climb straight up

[@cjcj4197]

Thinking about buying one it was very helpful thank you

[@bdradley1]

Good to hear, thx for sharing and good luck with your purchase!

[@user-tq1bs2fj9h]

We just bought a 2023 one of those last week, and I love it. It’s the handiest thing besides our mower that we have

[@bdradley1]

Love mine. Added rubber bed mat and floor mat as well as hitch. Still need my Kolpin windshield but will get soon. It’s the nicest one out there as it doesn’t block vision where it folds, all the others do. Thx for watching, Dave

[@dodgesportsman772]

I wanted the 4 door version... Cool lil cart.

[@dannyspring5146]

Very very helpful, thank you

[@ronbianchi7545]

Enjoy. Congratulations 😊

[@bdradley1]

Thx Ron I appreciate it and thx for watching! Dave

[@mishloud4215]

Best of luck with your new Kawasaki Mule!

[@bdradley1]

Thank you Mish

[@kevinallen8072]

Very nice, I purchased a Honda pioneer 1000 back in 2020. Best investment I did, use it around the place haul pull,anything you want . You will be very happy with your mule..

[@bdradley1]

Yes I’m glad it’s finally here! Thx

[@GlacialRidgeHomestead]

I like that glove box.

[@stephengalvan7722]

Thats exactly what I want

[@steeleaquain]

Just bought an sx xc, picking it up next week, hope your happy with yours, if only you could lift the bed automatically….

[@bdradley1]

I still love it and wouldn’t change a thing. I use with my horses and around farm, thought seriously about adding an electric ram with switch on dash so I could dump but it’s not a major issue at all to dump manually. I don’t even use the dump option nearly as much as I thought bc of my tractor with front end loader. Now that I have it, I use daily and sometimes just go out for a quick joyride. You will love yours and congrats. I’ve added the mat in bed and on floor as well as trailer hitch. Still need windshield but it’s really only for winter to keep cold air off of you. I bought a winch but never installed as it’s never come up that I needed it! Thx for watching, Dave

[@PaulSellsHomes]

Very nice! That's gonna come in real handy!

[@bdradley1]

Very handy! Thx

[@spookerboo1605]

Appreciate the video as this is what we are looking for. Local dealer only wanted to sell me the fast models with all of the bells and whistles. We have a small farm and our SxS will be used for work only. Hope to get my hands on one of these soon.

[@bdradley1]

Thank you spooker I appreciate it. We are exactly in the same boat when it comes to what we want and why. The dealer and manufacturer, I believe, want to concentrate their profit margins on the higher end models. The dealer still tried to upgrade me to a higher model when this one finally came in for me. This model does everything I need and then some. It was $8950 out the door. Thx for watching! Dave

[@codybreon4102]

What dealer did you purchase this from?

[@bdradley1]

@@codybreon4102 Youngblood Tractor in Madison GA

[@c3seyz]

My family has an 05, not sure what trim though, it has a few problems but I use it to get around our rough country side terrain, It’s the only thing i can drive since im not 15-16

[@bdradley1]

@@c3seyz as long as it runs and gets you where you want to go! You’re gaining valuable experience as well. Thx for watching!

[@LittleCabin]

Wow -- was surprised to hear about that wait! I'm not looking for a while yet, but am thinking about a 4010 Trans, so I can go between 2 and 4 passengers with the expandable bed. I like the idea of the 4 seat option for times when we have family or visitors to our property. That said, I have sometimes wondered if it would be better to get 2 of the SX models, so my wife and I could each have one available as needed.

[@bdradley1]

I think the supply and demand may be equalizing some, It appears that dealers are starting to have them on the lots more readily. I have a buddy who has both the 2 and 4 seater, he got the 4 for the exact raeson you speak of but has found that the 2 seater is the one that always gets used. I knew that in my application the 2 seater would be best. I have a 4 door truck but its always just me so I could get away with a 2 door if they were still available lol ! Good luck and thx for watching! Dave

[@LandOfMedz]

Great video!!

[@bdradley1]

Thank you and I appreciate you watching! Dave

[@jameslester3861]

I have a 2016 4010 and I have added a lot of accessories to it. 3500# winch, full soft cab for winter, electric bed lift, heavy(dog proof)duty camo seat cover,Kolpin floor mount dual rifle/ shotgun holder,headache rack gun holders, mirrors,12V fan(poor man’s A/C,rubber floor mat. I have a heater that is yet to be installed. Been thinking of installing a jump seat in the bed too.

[@bdradley1]

Thank you James I appreciate it! Yes I have been looking and already added a bed mat, floor mat and hitch. Looking at the Kolpin products. I will be adding more to finish her off! Thx for sharing. Dave

[@Dixietwister]

You will love it! I have the same year model with 4X4. I was not on a waiting list but I looked for one over a year. Same as you, farm use, I love the tight turning radius. Make sure if you buy a windshield, that it will mount with side mirrors. I bought one but hadn't put it on yet because of the warm weather(GA). 31 hours not one problem!

[@bdradley1]

Thx Alan I appreciate it! It’s already come in handy for sure! I was on the list for a 4x4 but this came in first and I truly don’t need a 4x4 for my needs. Where are you in GA? I’m in Monroe, 30 min south of UGA. Thx for watching! Dave

[@Dixietwister]

Dave, I'm in Wheeler county. I didn't need the 4X4 either, it was all they had and I wasn't about to let it slip out of my hands. Never locked it in 4X4, hadn't locked in the differential either. All kinds of goodies for them online. @@bdradley1

[@bdradley1]

@@Dixietwister Yes I have been buying goodies for it already. Funny I was on the list for a 4X4 and you just the opposite! I did well I feel, with the roof and mirrors it was $8950 out the door. Used ones are going for more than that!

[@TTT-du6oj]

@@bdradley1 I have a 2022 sx xc and I was wondering what brand mirrors you have, I really like those,Thanks 👍

[@bdradley1]

@@TTT-du6oj They are just the standard mirrors off of the kawasaki.com page under accessories! Thx for watching, Dave

[@neilmaster785]

ordered a XC FI LE Feb 2023 and said i can pick it up second week in Sept. so 7 months

[@bobbenson5733]

Hello, Congrats and Thank you for sharing. Is this 4 wheel drive? I see you can lock difs. I have never had one of these things, so thank you for education

[@bdradley1]

Thank you Bob I appreciate it. No it’s 2WD as that’s all I needed and carburetor as well, no EFI. My buddy has 2 of the 2WD and has had for 15 years. He goes all over his 750 acre hunting camp and very rarely ever gets stuck, based on his experience I went with his advice. Thx for watching! Dave

[@amggarner1]

Great video! Does the forward have high and low gearing?

[@bdradley1]

Thank you G, no it just have a differential lock. Don't even think the 4x4 has hi lo? Its a great little do it all machine, very capable. Thx for watching and good pic of that red shoulder hawk! Dave

[@davidtenhaaf11]

I like you comment, “Remember who you are”. I say it a lot to my kids when they go out with their friends or work. What do you mean by it?

[@bdradley1]

Remember where you come from and be true to yourself. Be proud of your upbringing and your family name. Never be fake or make excuses just to fit in or to impress someone.

[@bdradley1]

Thanks for watching! Dave

[@brianhoxworth3881]

Curious if you've gotten it stuck? How well does the dif lock work.

[@bdradley1]

Never gotten stuck. I bought a winch for added security but never installed. Now Im not a 16 year old looking for a 3 foot deep mud hole or going to one of these exclusive side by side off road parks. Im using at hunt camp pulling deer and hogs out of woods, crawling through wet bottoms and over small downed timber and then around my farm. Absolutley no issues and never regretted buying once. Thx for watching!

[@jamminjack99]

How's your sx doing? It's about time for a 6 month update of likes/ don't likes/ wishes. I'd like to get one of these for my dad, but we do have some hills and logging trails. Everyone I know has the 4wd's, but we don't want to spend $10k on a utv.

[@bdradley1]

Yes thx Jack, great idea for update video. I wouldn’t change a thing, works great. Lack of 4WD is no issue at all, I’ve had in woods, at lake, hunting camp and never even had to lock differential. I’ve had folks say “you should have gotten 4WD” but once they drive off road they change their minds. I’ll get update video out soon. Thx for watching, Dave

[@catherineseapratt2938]

The RWD with locking diff works absolute fantastic unless you plan on going mudding with it, if you don’t wanna spend the extra you won’t be disappointed whatsoever. Those tires and locking the diff work great

[@kdotknock4279]

Why you didn’t turn it on, so I can hear how quiet it supposed to be.??K

[@superblastpressurewashing.7256]

going to look into getting one for my wife's birthday. what was the ticket on this if you don't mind me asking. great content, thanks for the good information.

[@bdradley1]

Thank you I appreciate it! It was $8500 out the door and is everything I need. I’ve taken it everywhere on the property and never had any issues. It works perfectly for property maintenance and using to haul all the gear for the horses. Thx for watching, Dave

[@superblastpressurewashing.7256]

We just bought one and was able to find one, my wife will have it next week, thanks for the info, Dave, I'll do a short clip and send it your way next week. @@bdradley1

[@bdradley1]

@@superblastpressurewashing.7256 Thats great news! I think the supply is catching up, she’s going to love it. Congratulations and looking forward to seeing it!

[@Kamikaze3557]

Hows the leg room, I’m 6’1" 66 yo and test drove a vitacci victory 450 and it’s ankle hell.

[@bdradley1]

I’m 5’9 and have no issues at all, very comfortable. I have never said I wished it was bigger so I’d have more room. I sat in a piece of crap one at tractor supply and couldn’t even move, my legs were all up in me so I know what you mean. Worth looking for sure

[@michelsavoie6971]

I lucked out in 2022, I picked up a 2022 SX LE XC FI, slightly used from my dealer. The previous owner wanted to go on trails, this is not a machine for trails. It only had 9 hours on it. I added a winch and tow bar at the dealer and added mirrors myself. Great machine.

[@bdradley1]

Very nice! Thx for sharing

[@fenbay]

It’s not good for trails? Not even just for a slow drive through? I’m looking to pick up the 2023 mule sx 4x4, an heard nothing but good reviews. I’m looking to buy one just basically to use as a vehicle, but idk about the speed. I guess what 30kmh probably is its top speed?

[@bdradley1]

@@fenbay Its great for trails in a pleasure mindset. If you want to go mudding and 45mph through mud holes and jumping, then no. 25mph is about top speed but thats plenty fast for me. I absolutely love it,

[@fenbay]

@@bdradley1 gotcha, an nah I’m not looking for one to do all that. I just seen this on a dealer close to me for roughly 13k but the 2023 model. I just need it for some travel as I live in a rural area, so from my place to in town store location. Save on insurance for a vehicle and just use this as a daily driver. But I also need it for some yard work and other duties as I live on 70+ acre land. So it’ll be good for some light snow removal instead of paying a butt load for almost a km driveway. But with that all being said I’ve heard nothing but great reviews for the mule from Kawasaki, but I also don’t want something that’s only goes 10mph. So 25mph is roughly 45kmh so not bad of a speed for a daily commute of 10km (6mi) until the winter weather comes if so…

[@bdradley1]

@@fenbay you will have no regrets!

[@danielgoen9452]

NIce machine. Im going to loo at them Tuesday. Are you still happy with it? Any problems? Have a great day

[@bdradley1]

Love it, works great and does everything I need. Still need windshield yet, it’s brisk out there now and you feel it. No issues at all. Thx for watching! Dave

[@williamkitchens8531]

Does it have power steering?

[@bdradley1]

No but you wouldn't know it, everyone who has driven it thinks it does.

[@JulitoDacua]

Sir walcam to the Philippines you're pradak

[@bdradley1]

Thank you!

[@hunter6099]

2x4? How much$

[@philipphilip2174]

How do you get on a list for a Kawasaki?

[@bdradley1]

It was during height of pandemic when supply was short and it was a dealership list. Now I believe they are back to regular stock levels so it’s just walk in and buy current inventory. Hope that helps and thanks for watching! Dave

[@andrewthornton1945]

Enjoy your New Toy lol But no Babes no Jewel no Mule come on m8 . 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@bdradley1]

This week back to the babes lol, thx brother!