2023 Yamaha Grizzly 700 EPS SE In-Depth and Detailed ATV Overview

As a follow up to his review, Luke combs over every square inch of Yamaha's 2023 Grizzly 700 EPS SE going in-depth on its features and adding significantly more detail to support his opinions of this ATV.
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[@cibuliux]

It's crazy for how long Yamaha still uses the same 700 single for grizzly. I still own 2007 Yamaha grizzly just had engine rebuilt and don't even think about upgrading until Yamaha releases more powerful twin engine ( which is unlikely). But the reliability is the key factor here never leaves you stranded.

[@tibozino1671]

Never change a winning team

[@northerntoyota7584]

The grizzly was updated since 2007. The chassis I’m talking about, minor changes to the power train

[@BamBam-tm4yz]

My 2007 is still going to

[@ponti1000]

Yep! My 2011 is strong as ever. No problems that weren't caused by me (torn boot, etc.). Very reluctant to ever get rid of it since I've done so many great mods (secondary spring, etc.)...

[@Icutmetal]

@@BamBam-tm4yzTo what? To where?

[@dannymacdonnell251]

I been watching you guys for years and I think you guys are the best at giving info out there and Dirt obsession are doing a great job also .. keep up the great work

[@dirttraxtv]

Thank you very much! Yup, the fellas at Dirt ObseXXion know what they're talking about!! 👊💥🎉

[@DUNEATV]

That quad is Yamaha’s version of the Toyota Tacoma! If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!

[@YoloMoto16]

Ong

[@DonsATVAdventures]

Great walk around video ! I do like that color aswell , I wasnt to sure until I saw one in person at the Toronto snowmobile and atv show and it does look great ! I have the 19 SE Grizzly and love it aswell as my 2022 Rmax ! You made a great point about rarely having to use low gear when riding unlike alot of the other brands where you need too.

[@dirttraxtv]

Very cool! Thank you!!

[@exploringtheoutdoors9476]

Can you do a review on the new cfmoto cforce 500 gen 2

[@dirttraxtv]

Hoping to get some CFMOTO ATVs this spring!

[@HunkOfBurningLove1]

its yam not yammmm lol

[@joeyholthusen6495]

I absolutely like the different brake action. Especially if you don't make it up a hill and need to go backwards down a hill in reverse. Just use the front brakes... try that on a Polaris

[@dannymacdonnell251]

I had a 21 outlander 850 and traded it for a 22 grizzly .. I loved the vtwin especially the sound but found it was just to much for the slower trails I ride in and was jerky on and off the throttle .. I admit I bought into the horse power hype and I was wrong in doing so.. it’s not all about power in fact I believe for a trail bike the grizzly has the best balanced power for the trails and you do feel the weight difference and it’s more nimble than my outlander . I believe it’s better in every way except a straight line .. easier to work on by a long shot and just way more reliable .. A very close second would be the king quad witch I drive quite a bit as my neighbour has one .. but as usual when comparing these models people tend to mention hp or witch one is faster but in my opinion the fastest bikes are not the best bikes .. just my opinion

[@soundnessofmind7196]

Exactly..only an opinion

[@DirtObseXXion]

The full name is actually; Yamaha Grizzly 700 Bushwacking Overland Mudslayer Hunting Edition EPS SE Premium Limited!

[@dirttraxtv]

That sounds accurate 🤣 😂 😆

[@vinniegillotti9347]

What’s the approximate price?

[@bradwilliams1869]

Lol

[@kevingalindo1]

@@vinniegillotti9347 just paid 14 for mine in Texas

[@TheBananaStrangler]

I’m totally fine with not making a 1000 Grizz and leaving that to CanAm and Polaris, but Yamaha definitely could give her an 850 twin and still keep their legendary reliability. The 686 is getting way past tired at this point.

[@spyder000069]

The 850 in my wolverine x2 runs like a top and i bet it would be a blast in a atv.

[@Maritimer]

Nice video DT Crew ! Being a Grizzly owner and fan there is only so much you can say about the "new" model...... it's the same as the old one with new colors haha I do like the new color scheme, I love the 700 single, it does everything I need it to do and keeps the machine light and nimble in the trails. I don't think it's even close, they have the best belt drive in the game. I find it very smooth drive and love having the ability to lock the front differential with a push of a button and Not with a limited slip or with the lever like Kawasaki ATV's (and Not AWD haha) Anyway thanks for the video ! Cheers !

[@dirttraxtv]

Agreed 100 percent! Smooth shifting and it is a strong 500-class contender. Consistently consistent 👊💥🎉

[@POHLHAMMER]

Best all around ATV ever made. Period.

[@dirttraxtv]

It's a great machine.

[@ianscottlewis]

Great vid. I'm still hoping Suzuki sends you a KQ, but not holding my breath. I also wish the Japanese brands would made 2ups - I know three individuals that prefer to be passenger on a 2up atv over a SxS. I really see a trend in that market of touring machine in all facets. Lots of folks looking to get out and explore the countryside and backroads, but the selection of machines that cater to that market is not great beyond SxS. Snow,mobile manufacturers are just starting to re-introduce more 2up models, so perhaps the Atv world will follow. I'll use the Polaris Titan and the Skidoo Expedition as example - go anywhere, with lots of stuff, worry free. That's the experience they can create.

[@dirttraxtv]

Agree with you 💯 👍 👌

[@EC_ATV_Outdoors]

Absolutely agree. Throwing a seated box on a 1-up is dangerous. Plus the suspension isn't designed for that even when set to full stiff.

[@dannymacdonnell251]

Lol I have a passenger seat on my grizzly but it’s for my dog .. I agree it’s not great with a full grown adult but an experienced driver you should be fine .. 2 up bikes are just ugly to me ..

[@dankruger2890]

i am back in the process of buying a new quad. Not going for big bad ass motor and cc torque but Reliability and Comfort of ride. You talked about a softer, thicker seat cushion helped sell me on the Grizzly. Being i am much older and don't have the body mobility to mess around with breakdown while out on the trail, this machine seems 100% perfect. I have owned a 05' 700 King Quad, 17' 750 Brute Force, and a 16' 700 Grizzly. The 23' Grizzly seat upgrade pushed me back to Yamaha. Yes, a nice softer seat.

[@dirttraxtv]

It is a great ATV. Think you'll be happy with it. 👍

[@bensatterwhite5694]

Almost all video reviews of the Grizzly 700 say the same thing. They talk about how there are no changes and say they outdated. But the grizzly is designed to do what it does and it does it well. That 700 single and their brands in that class is the highest group of quad sales. It’s what the average quad owners want and need. That’s why these manufacturers stick with this platform because it is best suited for the majority of quad riders. Sure you can get more power with twin cylinder engines and they are great for the mudders turning bigger wheels in the sloppy stuff. But in most cases 850 or 1000cc engines are to much for the average trail rider. Even though the price of the Grizzly has gone up quite a bit in the last couple years, so have the big bore machines. Those 1000cc quads are getting close to 20k out the door. These 700 cc singles just work and they have all the amenities to accomplish almost any task and have fun.

[@dirttraxtv]

👆

[@AtvAdventureVlog]

Nice video!! always excellent ! Need to try this, cause lot of ppl say this is a great atv...

[@68fmj51]

I'm about to buy a Grizzly after fifteen years on a Honda Rancher. I know this video is a year old, but I'd like to know if that front bumper was available through Yamaha or was it another manufacturer like Moose or some other.

[@dirttraxtv]

I'm pretty sure this is what comes with the SE unit. You're going to be pretty happy with this machine after being on the Honda. Not knocking the Rancher, but this ATV is a solid performance upgrade.

[@bradnaude2334]

Those front " gear grippers " looks like its a gun rack to me , as a hunter

[@isaiah6449]

Wish all manufacturers would give the option for steel racks.

[@TrippinWithWayne]

i wish they would build a 2up Grizzly so i could haul my wife !

[@sylvainbillangeon]

Thanks a lot, Dirt Trax, your videos are always excellent ! I wish you will post a video of a comparision, overview and riding test between this Grizzly 700 and the Kodiak 700 eps SE 2023. It would be very cool to know the real differencies we can feel when riding each one in several situations. Is the Kodiak only for work and definitely less capable for fun and leisure riding than the Grizzly ? I definitely think no. It would be very interesting to have both at the same time to compare really. Personally, I had a 2019 Grizzly 700 eps and felt it too big, heavy and wide, I prefered my 2019 Kodiak 450 eps because I felt more confidence on it, and I always enjoyed leisure riding with the 450 Kodiak eps ! I hope you will make a deep comparision between the 2023 700 Grizzly and Kodiak eps, and I'm sure the Kodiak will be very capable for fun ! Thanks Luke !

[@dirttraxtv]

I really like this idea. We will see what we can do come spring. Stay tuned!

[@markbuck9299]

Great quads !! But it’s time for a change !! And a update !! Let’s see a new version and 850 motor !!! Or 1000 !! Like there new sxs machines

[@dirttraxtv]

Just rode this in Colorado and still love it. The power was perfect for the type of trails we were on. As much as I want an 850 twin, this engine needs to stay in the Grizzly lineup along with it.

[@markbuck9299]

@@dirttraxtv 686 is a great motor !! I have put over 25000 kms on my 2007 with no problems !! They just need a couple newer motors to go with the 700

[@dirttraxtv]

@@markbuck9299 Agreed 💯

[@jeremiahthomas1385]

That's what I do

[@dustytrailswithepa]

Great Video , by far that’s my Favorite ATV. second place belongs to the Arctic Cat 600 Black Hills edition

[@canamdennis6829]

They are way to much money now they want over 16.000 thousand for one plus tax like that nuts and that price was just the other day right here in Ontario

[@chrisguice139]

Been thinking about about a griz for a retirement present for myself. Might even weld up some stainless racks for the fun of it.

[@billyzgoneape]

I own a 22 SE I may be wrong but I believe it's a 2500lb winch and only LED in the lower headlights not the pod

[@nortonashburn6119]

I v had two grizzly s the last 20 years. All i changed was a stator in one of them. 18000 km between both. Jmo.

[@kylelavigne1358]

They call it mid night blue Luke the colour pick mine up Friday

[@lykaojalao2733]

I love it However I have been looking for the color Camo or Green or Black and it seems, the 2023 grizzly 700 only comes in with the same in the video Might have to settle with it if in February 2023 I don’t find my preferred color

[@dave-atv-guy1049]

Now you need to do a 40 to 50 hp class shoutout 😛 cforce 600 alterra 600 grizzly kingquad brute force outlander 570 sportsman 570 and Argo xr700

[@jeremiahthomas1385]

You riding an ATV and don't like wet feet wear rubber boots problem solved

[@richr909]

Do they make handle bar risers for the GRiz? I would like the bars to be a couple of inches higher without having to change any cables. Not many aftermarket parts available for these. I have this exact quad but mine is a 2019.

[@dirttraxtv]

Pretty sure we added a riser to our WR700 Grizzly project. Just can't remember the brand.

[@TheBananaStrangler]

Rox makes a very popular kit for Grizzlys.

[@mcroyobrien2631]

I love the grizz. But cmon Yamaha. Time to get with the times..

[@robbiesmith9786]

They need to make a 1000

[@Kevin-gn8cz]

As always great video. Sure it’s a great atv. Use it for work never let you down. I just wish Yamaha and Honda would make something exciting. I want something that I can use for work and be reliable but also want something fun and exciting. Fancy new tech. Excitement. This is not that 😢

[@dirttraxtv]

Agreed!

[@Kevin-gn8cz]

Glad I am not the only one to think that😊

[@JonLabbe]

Thank you for more ATV content Dirt Trax!

[@dirttraxtv]

Glad you're enjoying!

[@EnTitledTown]

I wanted this model but only if I could get it in all black like the Kodiak, since it don’t I’m getting a different brand.

[@PrestonVB]

The winch is also added. It is not standard on the SE, that is only on the XTR. Maybe a difference in market areas?

[@knightimusprime25]

lol @ the dog in the background spinnin his wheels

[@4wheelliving132]

If you watch Grizzly videos and read the reviews it's obvious why Yamaha doesn't ever change the Griz and that's because they have such a loyal fan base they don't need to, Grizzly fans will keep buying it no matter what. Yamaha changes a little thing here or there and puts it out on the market

[@dirttraxtv]

Agree with you 💯. If Yamaha ever puts an 850 twin in this ATV, there has to be room for this 686 single to stay in the lineup.

[@patrickmagnant5250]

Grizzly is a fantastic atv but it def could be a 800 or 850cc they haven’t done much to change it in years !!

[@dirttraxtv]

Have that 850 in the Wolverine. Would love that in the Grizzzzzz.

[@nortonashburn6119]

Just picked up a 23' camo. Installed a vrx3500,hand thumb warmer,winshield,extra front led s,heated seat and 27" trail trooper s.

[@dirttraxtv]

Very nice!!

[@TheBandit7613]

Yamaha has plain given up on ATV's. Same tired unrefined 686 single. Ho Hum! Yamaha has so many good newer engines. Or how about a new V-twin with low end and good mid-range?

[@michaeltaylor8292]

I'm in the market for an atv I really like the yamaha grizzly but can 2 people ride comfortably. I'm also looking at the can am outlander 1000xmr max and it comes with a small seat for the rider. I don't know if yamaha offers that or not.

[@dirttraxtv]

Yamaha does not offer a 2up ATV. If that is what you need I would recommend an Outlander Max. Great machine and very comfortable for two.

[@grudgetank3127]

about the glovebox, they're not sealed but I've never had water get into mine in three years of all conditions. and it heats your gloves up, don't leave your snickers in it tho. lol

[@dirttraxtv]

That'd make a mess 😆

[@DaleMeacham-hk4wi]

Hey Dirt Trax great video! Could you provide some information on the storage box, thanks!

[@dirttraxtv]

I'll see if Luke can comment on this. Stay tuned...

[@jeremiahthomas1385]

Unless it's summer I wear my old motor cross Boots

[@stevenclements6202]

So great review I love the grizzly we've owned the same 660 now since 2003 it has over 13000 kms on it we trail ride we use it to plow three driveways that are about 150 ft each and every year we haul home about 12 cords of firewood with it. No engine trouble no transmission, nothing has been changed on that bike for us and now I'm in the market for my own im stuck between grizzly or can am especially since can am just launched the new single cylinder. Love the tests and reviews keep up the great work.

[@JoshuaOverman]

Go with grizzly again it will last 20 years like your 2003 the can am won’t last.

[@spiffymatt1174]

Haha love the part around 1:33 where the dog on the background was kicking both fee!t. Pretty sure he just dropped a bomb! 🤣

[@dirttraxtv]

💩

[@curtisbull1583]

I really wish you guys would do a detailed review on the Kodiak 700 and compare it to this grizzly. I had a 16 Grizzly which is pretty much the same. Got rid of it but I'm thinking of getting another one but I think the Kodiak would be a better machine. But I would need to ride the 2 sxs to see. Absolutely loved the plush seat and suspension, it was also good for aggressive riding and catching some air. Don't think I ever bottomed those shocks out. Also really liked the power steering. My main concern with a Kodiak is if the suspension is as plush as a Grizzly and how it would do with more aggressive riding like I was able to do with the grizzly?

[@dirttraxtv]

We will know soon what ATVs we will have on hand this spring so stay tuned!

[@jasonmounger9152]

Man I seen one today exactly same and loved it

[@jedeckert8912]

Best ATV on the market, hands down

[@richr909]

I wish the air filter didn't sit down below the seat on these. You have to be super careful to not go into deeper water on these in stock form

[@michaelbradley770]

If your in water that deep you should be running a snorkel because the opening for the air box and the piping for the cvt are at the same height

[@garybrown9062]

A quick question. Though I watch the vast majority of your videos as you post them, this one included I have a question. Having just recently bought a box like yours. Do you have a plug for the hole in the box? If yes I’d love to see a picture. Yamaha and my dealer said the box doesn’t come with a plug. Yet I have chatted with people on social media who claimed they did receive a plug for the hole in the box. Thank you ahead of time for any time you grant me. Love and never miss your show.

[@dirttraxtv]

It's a good question. Unfortunately we don't have this unit anymore.

[@garybrown9062]

@@dirttraxtv Saw the plug on Truck King after I sent you the message. Very same quad you had I think. Thanks for the reply.

[@dougneumann7517]

Thoughts on the overall performance of the Zillas? For general trail riding and little to no mud, would you keep the Zillas or replace them with an all terrain tire?

[@dirttraxtv]

You're gonna get a mixed response on this one. I personally would swap these out for trail tires immediately. Luke might keep em.

[@GWHcraig1088]

if you dont ride any soft terrain, id change them. Zillas as a great AT tire, just geared a little more towards the mud, sand, wet clay even snow. better for me here in my wet hilly hunting property, not the best option for easy groomed trails with no real mud.

[@spyder000069]

This is why I was looking at the standard Grizzly EPS. Comes with trail tires all ready and they are 12" rims which will give a little more rubber between the rim and road hopefully making the ride a little softer.

[@qjason508]

Love the video. Is the motor from the grizzly the same from the raptor?

[@dirttraxtv]

Pretty much.

[@petropete3122]

Nice quad. Really would buy one with the 850 Twin in it 🤩.

[@dirttraxtv]

Absolutely!

[@EC_ATV_Outdoors]

I'd love to see a video of what machines each DT staff member put down their Jing on and owns and why they chose that brand/model

[@dirttraxtv]

I've actually owned two Grizzlies myself. One was the 660 carbed and the other was the 708.

[@Undisputed_LRG]

picking one up on monday!

[@andrewsbbq]

A bit underwhelming, so bottom line why buy this?

[@dirttraxtv]

Reliability? Still a great 500-class machine. Decent enough power, exceptional handling. Any of that work for ya?

[@andrewsbbq]

@@dirttraxtv as opposed to the competition. CanAm Outlander 650 I believe has better low end, top end, towing. Good handling and ride, though I can say I’ve driven a Yamaha to attempt to compare - can’t say I’ve seen a Grizzly actually. Genuinely curious why this would get someone’s money over anything else, ultimately that is the goal and why reviews are done. Is the Griz truly more reliable than the CanAm mentioned? I don’t own a CanAm, just picked it to prevent bias other than I have some seat time on a 650

[@dirttraxtv]

@@andrewsbbq 650 is a great ATV and has quite a bit more power than this machine. I bought my Grizzly because I love the way they ride and handle and they have a reputation for being reliable. If I was going to buy again, it would be a toss up between a Grizzly or a 650 Outlander.

[@Random_Dave]

Is the LED pod light an upgrade? My '21 has a halogen in the pod. I replaced it with a automotive LED bulb but the bean is less focused. I read somewhere that's due to the reflector being the wrong shape for an LED. Maybe Yamaha has finally fixed that in the '23?

[@davidwollmer8694]

Nice video I wish they would come out with a two up model

[@dirttraxtv]

YES!

[@447Film]

It would be nice if my left leg wouldn't get soaked every time I went through a puddle

[@cszulu2000]

I wish yamaha had a two up legal

[@dirttraxtv]

Yes 💯

[@firehades2007]

1:25 the only thing that matters is the dog in the background letting us know what his/her thoughts are on a yamaha lol

[@GWHcraig1088]

Do people actually prefer plastic racks over metal???? but why???

[@dirttraxtv]

Aesthetics 🤷‍♂️

[@GWHcraig1088]

@Dirt Trax TV fair enough. I'll stick with being tough and functional for the use I need out-of my atv. To each their own

[@dirttraxtv]

@@GWHcraig1088 Yeah, it's going to vary depending on how you use the ATV. I like the composite racks on the Outlander and they have a ton of LinQ attachment points which is awesome. I'm not out there hauling wood and stuff so as long as I can tie things down and my ATV looks thebway I want it to I'm happy. Just comes down to personal choice.

[@GWHcraig1088]

@@dirttraxtv that is exactly what I do. Wood and deer! Well deer when we are lucky

[@edwardcote1331]

i'd love to be a fly on the wall in your production meeting: ok kids,how tf are we supposed to spin this this time.same machine for x amount of years,nothings changed,how do we hype this years stale old model.we know that's what ya'll are thinking when it rolls up,amiright? not saying it's a bad machine,but it is stale and crusty.if my old,arthritic joints allowed me to still ride an atv,this wouldn't be the one.then again,maybe it is an old mans machine.my heart says Renegade,my body says side by side.

[@dirttraxtv]

Actually if you go back and watch the past couple Grizzly reviews, you'll notice they were done by a different host each time. We've intentionally taken turns to make sure you got a different perspective from a different rider each time. No doubt it is pretty much the same machine, but the content is different enough. Next season we'll see about getting our hands on a Kodiak and give the Grizzly a rest for a bit.

[@terrysmiles8599]

Killer Review as usual.....

[@dirttraxtv]

Thank you! 🤘😎

[@elkman28]

This is off topic but my father just purchased a used 22 sportsman 850 ultimate trail with 240 miles on it from a dealer. We brought it home and parked it and then loaded it up next day and took it to the closest trails to home an hour away. We unloaded it on our tilt bed snowmobile trailer and the second it was in flat ground again it threw up engine lights and was idling but revving down when giving gas but not moving in gear. My dad called the dealer and was told to try spark plugs and it worked at clearing the codes and rode it around the trail head fine but decided to not risk riding it on the trails. Brought it home and unloaded it and it happened again. I don’t think it’s the spark plugs but really that just cleared it from throwing the code again at the time. Pretty upsetting I think more from the dealer end of things but I need any suggestions to help my dad out here so he doesn’t get screwed. I feel really bad given the fact I’m the one who convinced him to go get a more powerful atv from his 450 and I just need help so I can suggest to the dealer what to fix as they are going to take a look. Really hoping they make things right. Thanks folks

[@dirttraxtv]

Not sure what to say here. Hoping your dealer comes through for you.

[@OlSlickDaddy]

same ol' same ol'... sadly

[@northerntoyota7584]

Sad or great? No recalls, no TSB, no unexpected unreliability, I’d say great.

[@OlSlickDaddy]

@@northerntoyota7584 Poor sales, No fun. No smiles per gallon. Poor factory after market support. and when you go anything bigger then 27 inch tires you do break things. and remember the TSB where the entire motor case had to be replaced for poor casting..? lol ok. I'd say lame..

[@amolson8594]

Yup, I bought one in 2016. The reliability is great but needs a twin to compete with the other brands offerings.

[@northerntoyota7584]

@@OlSlickDaddy they sell every grizzly they make, some people value different things in an ATV, I enjoy driving for years with no repairs. Smooth ride, perfect eps, excellent 4wd system, great handling.

[@OlSlickDaddy]

@@northerntoyota7584 I just want Yamaha back on top. They shocked the world with their 600cc back in the day

[@robstack8182]

Info on the storage box?

[@shannondonaldson2045]

So is it a limited slip or a full lock in differential where the front 2 tires rotate and spin at the same time?

[@erict7198]

It's both. 4wd is limited slip, and has a separate button for full diff loc

[@twigg5705]

What four wheeler do you own and ride ?

[@dirttraxtv]

I've owned two Grizzlies myself.

[@jritcey108]

I like the grizzly, they have great ergos . But wish Yamaha would pull up their socks and add a multi cylinder engine with 1000cc to get competitive again

[@shawnalexmacdoug]

Guys….. ya got to do reviews of other bikes…. Geese, it’s always the Grizzly or a can am or Polaris. How about a Brute Force, King Quad, heck try the Kodiak maybe.

[@dirttraxtv]

Ok

[@1993kramer]

It's a 686....

[@dirttraxtv]

Yes.

[@Icutmetal]

Okay

[@DakotaBoyzOffroad]

Lost me when he called it a bike. Correct me if I'm wrong please, but isn't a bike always a two wheeler? Genuinely asking.

[@dirttraxtv]

Lost you? It's just a generic term we use sometimes for offroad machines and shouldn't be all that confusing. Pretty sure you can decipher the code...