ATV Television Test - 2006 Kawasaki Brute Force 750/650

[@ATVTVCOM]

@989kriss The advantages of the lever-locker is that you can just quickly pull it in to engage it even on the fly and then just as quickly release if when not needed. Or give it just a momentary lock for climbing over or through the difficult spot. We've found that although we like to run in 4wd most of the time on the trails, we use the locker just in times of need. The BF locker is great for that.

[@ezgo11]

I will never buy another machine other than a Kaw E. Brute force is the best, no doubt.

[@ATVTVCOM]

@989kriss Not only does the power steering work without notice, but with EPS the geometry is revised with more caster - something I like.

[@rumswigger]

if you want a brute for fast trail riding, get a 650 sra, no body roll and lower center of gravity. also quicker off the line than the 650i due to less drive shaft angles losing power and no rear squat.

[@ATVTVCOM]

It all depends on the condition - how it was cared for, and ridden....

[@ATVTVCOM]

@989kriss Perhaps, but 'ultimate power' is not what we worry about so much once you get as much power as these things put out. Just about anything over 650cc is fast enough for us.

[@ATVTVCOM]

Each have their strong points: Grizzly - power steering BF - engine sound Both - great drivetrain What's most important to you? You really can't go wrong with either the Brute Force 750, Grizzly 700, or the King Quad 750.

[@ATVTVCOM]

Any simple ATV - foot-shift, swingaxle, air-cooled, like the Rancher, Foreman, Big Bear, and King Quad 400 will be great work ATVs. Just don't expect them to also be great trail machines. Doug

[@hefright]

If you like to ride fast, I would go with the prairie, just like the clip above says, the Brute feels like it gonna tip at high speeds. I've owned the brute 750, 650 and a prairie and I prefer the prairie - And it's the least expensive!

[@KUBBI7488]

You guys make very good videos !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thank you.

[@yamran]

Also, the Brute Force 750 is Cheaper by about $1,000

[@pursuit989]

I have a Brute 650. Love it to death!!!

[@ATVTVCOM]

I'd say a 6 or 7 or maybe a 7 or 8. Both are tremendously improved with radial tires, but even so, the KQ is the best, the Grizzly next, and the Brute Force, ahhhh last....

[@ATVTVCOM]

I'd say that the KQ, BF, and Griz are all on about the same level, a 9. I say that as 'something' can always go wrong, but basically these machines just work! Servicability? They are all harder than they used to be thanks to all that plastic that covers the dipstick and filter(s).

[@TraveladvRajanSRai]

omg the brute is the best you can get... trust me ...i consider them all...i got an 05 so awesome. realiable insane power and 4wd...my ocusin has a 08, and muy uncle a kfx700. the best you can get

[@christianm.2042]

Please do a review over a Polaris Xplorer there are no reviews over them what so ever and I would like to know more about them thanks!

[@ATVTVCOM]

Watch our newer videos. They rarely have music nowadays....

[@ATVTVCOM]

All I can say is that's quite the odd comment. Everyone that comments on any of our videos here on You Tube needs to put a little more thought into what they say before they say it - make a comment that adds to the value of the video. Doug

[@ATVTVCOM]

@jnstrcklnd Sorry, I meant pre-08s for the Brute Force....Which machine is cleaner. If you plan to change the tires on the BF to a good set of radials it would probably be the better choice for reliability. Which dealer is closest to you?

[@ATVTVCOM]

We kept track of it at one time....but I can't seem to find the info. I do now it varies tremendously (and I man tremendously!) depending on your riding.... It seems like we got something like 12 to 14 riding harder and 18 to 22 riding easier but I don't remember for sure... Sorry ;-)

[@989kriss]

@ATVTVCOM ok. But your favorite atv is the KQ 750 eps. ? so is the power steering so amazing??

[@ATVTVCOM]

@Derek130b We've had great luck with them.

[@ATVTVCOM]

@MegaGmodder While I'm sure it's possible, I'd say it would be less expensive to sell the ATV and get a 650i.

[@70sonicboom]

Thanks Doug. How would you rate the KQ and BF in reliability and durability on the 1 to 10 scale, ten being the best? Also, how do you rate them on serviceability?

[@70sonicboom]

Hey Doug, I agree with you on the "tippy" feeling of the Brute. It can get kinda scary on the off-camber stuff. So I'm looking to switch to a Suzuki KQ 750. On a scale of 1 to 10 for tippy, how would you rate the KQ if the BF gets an 8 or 9? Thanks from a fellow UT resident.

[@ATVTVCOM]

Try an '08 model and you'll see the difference that we're talking about.

[@yamran]

Power steering is not important I am looking for reliability, power and fun to drive I like the sound of the brute force for sure! But no one has one around my area either (which is a good thing as I like to have something different) but I also dont get to see first hand how they perfrom. I hd a Kodiak 450 2003 since new and have not replaced a single thing on it and it has never let me down, but I was looking for a reliable change, and most seem to thing the Brute Force 750 is a good choice...

[@ATVTVCOM]

@989kriss Now, once you look over al the different videos and tests let me know what you think and any questions you might still have.

[@yamran]

I cant decide between a 700 Grizzly or a 750 Brute Force...Which is the OVERALL better bike?

[@ATVTVCOM]

@989kriss Look, I don't want this to come across wrong, but YOU need to do some investigating on your own. First, look at all our reviews of the ATVs you are interested in. We have them all here on You Tube and on our website. Also you might look at what some of the magazine tests say. Make a list of what are the most important items you desire. Each ATV has strong points and weak points. Find which ATV fits YOUR needs best. The perfect ATV for me might not be the perfect ATV for you.

[@ATVTVCOM]

@TheHondaAbuser I have no idea on the price.

[@hubb922]

i love my brute force!!

[@coreeman101]

Their both good bikes but ill prob go with the brute force!!!!

[@989kriss]

@989kriss But do u guys gana test the KQ 750 EPS somthimes?? i hope so! :-)

[@989kriss]

@ATVTVCOM But i really need a machine whit power. and i have thinked abat the outlander 800, but i want a quad whit good power and smooth. but i don't know which one... so you have taked the KQ 750 EPS, rigth ??

[@99MAP001]

@ATVTVCOM I'm wondering if i can get a split rear axle to my 650 with solid rear axle?

[@989kriss]

@ATVTVCOM which one have most power- the BF 750 or KQ 750 ?? :-)

[@989kriss]

@ATVTVCOM ok. But the outlander 800 have more power, rigth ??

[@989kriss]

@ATVTVCOM hm yeah. But i think the outlander 800 have most power. and i need a machine whit power, and a good quad to drive........ so is the outlander hte best then ?

[@989kriss]

@ATVTVCOM But i need a quad whit power and good to drive-(easy to drive) so i have thinked abaut the outlander 800 or the KQ 750 EPS.But i don't know which one!

[@vincentscales5450]

got one there awesome

[@jakewaters5563]

What do you guys think 06 brute force or 02 grizzly 660

[@ATVTVCOM]

I would try to get an '08 or newer if possible.

[@Kostelnick]

do you believe 3000 miles is a lot for a 2006 brute force the atv is for sale for 2500

[@coreeman101]

brute forces will last for ever bro!!!!!

[@989kriss]

@ATVTVCOM hm ok good to know. and thx for fast ANSWER!!!!

[@ATVTVCOM]

@989kriss As soon as they come out.

[@ATVTVCOM]

@MegaGmodder Why? That's a great (GREAT!) system....

[@ATVTVCOM]

@yamahasthebest123 No idea.

[@99MAP001]

@ATVTVCOM But can i and what's the charge?

[@989kriss]

@ATVTVCOM But all the quads have a problem. BUT the quad hwo have allmost no problem is the BF 750,i think...... But i don't really like the dif loock on it. The dif lock the the BF shud have a button, like the grizzly.

[@ATVTVCOM]

@jnstrcklnd THat's a tough choice - you sure you don't want to keep looking? The pre-05 BFs are the worse of the Brute Force line and the AC650 is an alright ATV, kinda heavy, kinda tall and tippy. Not great but the better of these two

[@ATVTVCOM]

@yamahasthebest123 I would try to get the newer, redesigned 2008 model.

[@ATVTVCOM]

@989kriss Brute Force

[@jakewaters5563]

Ok brute force or 08 grizzly I can't find 08 grizzlies and 08 brutes are rare in my area

[@ATVTVCOM]

They made big changes in '08. The Grizzly is a good all-around machine. The Brute Force has an incredible engine. Grizzly, Brute Force, or King Quad - buy the cleanest, lowest mileage you can find and you'll love it....

[@jakewaters5563]

Ok thanks btw my parents have a teryx 800 and I want an atv that can beat it almost every where

[@ATVTVCOM]

Jake Waters So I guess it's gotta be an '08 or new BF!

[@jakewaters5563]

ATVTVCOM ok thanks and how long are their service life's

[@ATVTVCOM]

Jake Waters That all depends on how well they are taken care of. I know some ATVs still running well at 20,000 miles with no major service.

[@ATVTVCOM]

Check out the FAQ page on our website.

[@joeldude76]

kawi is the best yamaha only makes a good grizzly