Kawasaki KRX 1000 upgrade walk around

What’s in it, on it, and under it? A short walk through of the upgrades I have made to the KRX to date.
Xprite Mirrors- www.amazon.com/Xprite-Alumini...
Tusk Tail Box- www.amazon.com/Barricade-Powd...
Super ATV Winch- www.amazon.com/SuperATV-Heavy...
Kawi Front bumper- www.amazon.com/2020-2021-Genu...
Kawi Light Guard- www.amazon.com/Genuine-Kawasa...
Click 6 Retractable Harness- www.amazon.com/Genuine-Kawasa...

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Links to some of the items in the video are in the description.

[@bencoyle7555]

I bought the roof, mirrors, coil spring kit and rock sliders for my 22 KRX 1000 because I saw this video and I loved them as soon as I saw them. They work great, would 100% do it again.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Awesome! I couldn't be happier, myself. Congrats on the '22.

[@dennisingram7592]

Love the wrap, looks great. All in all probably one of the best if not the best looking KRX rides I've seen.

[@angelgutter8249]

I did the exact same thing. Moved into the KRX when I was considering long travel suspension for the teryx 4 and never looked back. I immediately threw on 35s with all the bells and whistles and spent last weekend in wind rock. Without a doubt I made the right decision. Nice machine!

[@boris2873]

Looks great, I really like the cage, windshield & the roof with the recessed light bar👍

[@outdoorzone]

Not do sure about the windshield though….looks like it restricts a lot of driver view!

[@RandomGuyStuff]

@@outdoorzone it's definitely a little higher than the factory ones, but after about 5 minutes I never really thought about it again. Never felt I was struggling or anything. maybe I should post a vid of the view from the driver's seat.

[@thomasmelioris8853]

Great job really enjoyed the walk around… your not alone I think many of us have the addiction to upgrade .

[@LetsGoYall]

Great looking machine! Congrats!

[@bertfravezzi3350]

Awesome job my man! This thing is an absolute unit!!!

[@philbrownleader5419]

Excellent review, couldn't have said better myself, I like the wrap, looks great, A+

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks, Phil. I appreciate your comments

[@offroadcrazy]

Your rig looks sick!!

[@vulcanus9384]

Amazing build brother🍻⛽ Really inspired me to get a KRX like yours. Very Outstanding build.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks, You will really enjoy it. great machines.

[@Fartstank]

Never really been a kawaski guy but i saw these in person at my local dealer and they look so sick in person! Kawasaki absolutely knocked it out of the park as far as looks go. The lugs on the tires are insane. If i bought a sport side by side i’d definitely go with a kawi or canam maverick. Maverick for speed and kawi for trails.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Yeah, Kawasaki was late to the game, but they made a really solid machine right out of the gate.

[@randallkrenz]

very impressed with your KRX looks awesome. I have a RZR 1000xp but ready to upgrade and have decided to get a KRX so enjoyed your built.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

I have never had a razor, but have seen a lot of people on the forums who have made the switch and seemed really happy about their decision. Thanks for the compliment.

[@randallkrenz]

@@RandomGuyStuff I am getting the TQR cage and front glass thanks for enlightening me.. What did you do for rear shield I need that too. Thanks

[@RandomGuyStuff]

@@randallkrenz I used my previous Tusk rear window and cut the top of it down to fit under the shorter cage. Do not cut it from bottom because it’s still the same . Used the same hardware that comes with the window.

[@edfinney3931]

That it’s one bad looking buggy!!! Great job! You make me want one for sure👍

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks, Ed!! Do it. You'll love it.

[@ericcooper142]

Sweet ride!

[@rogerhumphrey6622]

What a beast of a machine .

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks, Roger!

[@jamesdean6103]

First saw this car on a Facebook forum and immediately loved it. So cool to see a walk around. Hope you’ll post more of it and especially some videos of it in action. Great build bro 🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@xavierleandro188]

i realize I'm pretty off topic but does anybody know of a good place to watch newly released series online ?

[@irahank5509]

@Xavier Leandro flixportal :)

[@xavierleandro188]

@Ira Hank Thanks, signed up and it seems like a nice service :D Appreciate it!

[@irahank5509]

@Xavier Leandro glad I could help xD

[@garywilson3183]

Nice ride! I have a trail edition. Waiting on my RCOR clutch kit. Cant Wait!

[@RandomGuyStuff]

you're going to love the weights.

[@garywilson3183]

@@RandomGuyStuff Thats what everyone is saying

[@bradmcmanis3231]

Badass Your Giving Your Honest Opinion 👍👍👍

[@MG-jp5ij]

I just bought a 2023 KRX in South Fork Colorado. For the most part I like it I do find it to be a bit under-powered though.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

a set of clutch weights and a dynojet tuner makes it feel a lot peppier. I know you have a lot invested already, but it's worth it.

[@charliemcdaniel3561]

Sweet machine, really like the ar15 foregrip shifter, great idea, 👍

[@budblankenship5696]

Awesome machine, we just bought a 2021 krx trail edition. We love it!!! What kind of door speakers do you have & do you have an amp to push them? Thank you for the vid, much appreciated.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

I have 6” hiFonics door speakers from eBay. I am running a hiFonics Thor 600.1 marine/sport amplifier. It’s 4 channels of hi/lo/full switchable and 1 channel dedicated to subwoofer going to a 6” sub between the seats in back. At 1 point I had 12 speakers in it but have since downsized.

[@budblankenship5696]

Thank you for the feedback, we currently have the bazooka sound bar but we would like to upgrade to something a little louder. If you ever come to Campbell County tn to ride royal blue hit me up. We have some awesome trails here. Thanks again sir.

[@jamesritch5245]

Damn thats one badass machine!

[@Democrats_are_a_disease]

Sweet looking car man!

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks, Badger!

[@arrow4jo]

looks awesome 👍👍😀

[@KawiKrawl711]

Killer video thankyou!!!

[@BLWainwright2112]

Nice looking KRX. I appreciate the video.

[@acamp5468]

Ohhh man I love that set up yes yes yes !!!! So nice awesome ride I have a krx as well over 7 months now love it it has never let me down and I’ve yet to find anything it won’t climb I live in KY southern.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

I know these things excel in nearly every environment, but I can't imagine riding anywhere but KY trails. I love my shady mountain trails and creek crossings.

[@acamp5468]

@@RandomGuyStuff what region do you ride at I’m in Perry co be awesome to meet up and ride sometime

[@RandomGuyStuff]

@@acamp5468 I ride mostly around Jackson county, McKee area. I was in Brethit county a couple weeks ago at South fork Elkview area. That’s not too far from you.

[@acamp5468]

@@RandomGuyStuff no sir it is not I ride there all the time ! Is there any good riding up that way if so where is the good spots ??

[@kenelliott5753]

Sweet ride, I have been looking at getting a KRX

[@RandomGuyStuff]

One of my favorite purchases ever. If you pull the trigger on one you will love it.

[@kenelliott5753]

@@RandomGuyStuff I would deffanitely put 32's or 35's for sure

[@randywilmoth4995]

That Is a sweet ride.

[@p-nut4209]

Great build and video…..

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks 👍

[@AusBertoProductions]

Nice machine!

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks! Coming from someone who sees a lot of custom machines means a lot.

[@jasonissel217]

very nice krx.

[@da7062]

Nice looking machine and upgrades. I have a blue 2021 and VFJ tune and stock tires. I was trying to determine if going to RCO weights would add any off the line acceleration with stock tires or maybe 32" tires. Not sure if there is any benefit, unless you go with larger tires like 35". Sweet graphics! Nice gear shift too! Definitely wont mix up your machine with anyone else's!

[@RandomGuyStuff]

RCOR weights make a huge difference even when running stock tires. I had them installed before I added the 35” tires. Biggest difference is the power is felt all the way through the acceleration and doesn’t have that flat spot you feel as the clutches are winding up from factory weights.

[@1Oldskool63]

👏 great job

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks

[@justaddmudd2852]

very nice machine!

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks

[@markbrasier3907]

Are you out of southwest Missouri? I built your cage. The machine looks great. Love what you have done

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks! I actually live in Central KY. Yeah, I get tons of compliments on the cage. It's still my favorite one I've seen. That's why I paid extra to have it shipped to KY. worth every penny too. Thanks for building it. Much appreciated.

[@JMKRX]

Great video, did you just adjust your springs for suspension lift?

[@atcdan133]

I too have a problem where I feel the need to upgrade

[@80DeuceAdventures]

Looks sweet. I just did a review on mine after a year... I really like your rig and what ya did to it

[@trainbobber03]

Hey man, just wanted to say awesome ride! I'm really digging it! Love the 35's and that aggressive stance, looks like a well balanced machine! Matter of fact, looks like a mini version of Grave Digger! LOL, I was wondering though are you still loving it? I myself am torn, not about whether I like your ride or not, but I'm torn about which way to go, KRX or Can Am, which one to buy?...Shock Therapy said the KRX is the best built machine (balance, frame, design, etc.) and I agree, I think your machine is a prime example of that! Beefy, but sleek and trail ready at the same time! Anyway, I hush, just really do like it, was curious how youre feeling about it now, any regrets? Is it lacking anywhere, do you wish you would have done anything different? Anyway, thanks for the insight, the walk around....nice job, nice machine!

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Still in love with this thing. For trail riding,, which is all I do, I think it is setup as good as any I've seen. If I was close to Moab or something similar I would love HCR long travel, but it would only hurt me on KY mountain trails. Thanks for all the great comments. 👍

[@mrduster323]

If I missed it I apologize, what’s the front bumper you have? I love how it comes up the way it does.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thats the Kawasaki front bumper with light guards. It's the only factory Kawi accessory I kept.

[@waynecox8127]

good job

[@outdoorzone]

Looks tough!! Love your AR shifter knob! I may have to steal that idea! Have you addressed the upper shock mount issues?? If not you better do it soon or you’ll be sorry!

[@offroadcrazy]

What brand are those side mirrors and where'd you get em?

[@Norcal3056]

Nice work, what kind of mirrors? I like how they mount.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B082TP9SJ4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@deltafly4545]

Sold a 2019 turbo s for the trail edition

[@manny2door]

🔥🔥

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks, Manny!.

[@cookiescrib3854]

What’s the smallest trailer you can fit a TRX 1000 on? I’m about to pull the trigger.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

I would say 12x6 ft minimum, but some guys get pretty creative with loading small trailers. I’m not that brave. Mine is a 14’ x74” with a dovetail and it’s perfect for the KRX.

[@cookiescrib3854]

@@RandomGuyStuff Thank you sir. I really did enjoy your video and it helped me towards improving mine whenever I pull that trigger. I’ll be doing uploads to my channel when I do get one. So you just not want to subscribe to my channel LOL. Thanks for the tip.

[@Bizill75]

Best looking KRX out there. Just got an eS. Which Kenai did you go with? 25 or 45? Thanks.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Dude- Thanks for the compliment. Some how missed your question. 3 months later I'm guessing your already set on a cooler. I got the 25 for size. I have since moved on to a Milwaukee Packout with cooler. I didn't go with the custom 3 unit bracket because it wouldn't work with my sub. I used the Milwaukee standard one and put the mounting holes where I wanted them closer to the back.

[@Bizill75]

@@RandomGuyStuff It happens, comments don't always get noticed. I've learned a lot in the past few months of owning it. Didn't go with the TQR cage though I sincerely wish I did. Started bolting on aftermarket crap and now too much is invested to change things. Wanted a glass flip down windshield and Tusk is the only one offered. I do like it s lot so I added the Tusk rear glass. Created the dust bucket from hell. Every ride even by ourselves looks like we encountered a haboob. Flip windshield down and all is well again. Enjoy my e$ a lot besides that. PV3 doing its thing. 33 or 35's slated for the future and weights and one day maybe Kraftwerks SC.

[@Bizill75]

@@RandomGuyStuff Oh, and I went with a huge 50 qt Kong. Lol. Love it.

[@vincefallon3861]

Nice krx you got. Any idea on the cost of the tree kicker/rock slider setup? I’ve never seen anything like these.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

They don’t give them away, but they are exactly what I wanted. They run about 550 coated in your color choice. They are way stronger than anything else I’ve seen so far.

[@vincefallon3861]

@@RandomGuyStuff seems fair. They protect the part of my krx that has seen the most abuse by far. Those you have look like they can take a pounding for sure. What’s your ground clearance from the bottom of the sliders?

[@RandomGuyStuff]

@@vincefallon3861 right now I’m at 15 from the sliders to floor. I was at 18 from sliders and took off all the preload from the bandit springs to get her closer to the ground for stability. As the springs wear I will keep adjusting to keep it where it’s at.

[@vincefallon3861]

@@RandomGuyStuff that’s about perfect. You got the bandit stage 3 springs I saw too. One hell of a machine you put together man.

[@shannonstiles8751]

Badass 🇺🇸

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Thanks, Shannon.

[@markdenham2996]

What rear windshield is on the machine with the TQR cage?

[@RandomGuyStuff]

its a tusk one piece window that I cut the top down to fit the shorter cage.

[@williameger3229]

Just bought a 2022. I want to know whose makes the mirrors and where you got them?

[@RandomGuyStuff]

They are " Xprite" brand. you can get them from Amazon or eBay. they have 2 different mounting styles. I got the ones that close like a "c" clamp so It wouldn't interfere with the windshield. There are a couple UTV companies that have rebranded these and charge twice as much for their logo. Same mirror, same quality, twice the price.

[@sinned96]

Did ya have to trim the tusk back window. How well does it fit to the cage

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Yeah, I trimmed the top off several inches. The bottom still sits in the same location. It's a perfect fit now.

[@LetsGoBrandon_]

What's your top end now with the tires and ECU upgrade?

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Top end hast changed on the speedo. I rarely find myself anywhere that I can reach top speed before needing to turn, climb a hill, or hit a tree. Strictly eastern KY trail riding so far. The biggest motivator for the ecu and weights upgrade was to eliminate the sluggish takeoff. The weights did that before I even got the tune installed. The tune simply allows the machine to get more ⛽ whereas the factory program limits the amount of gas you have available at higher speeds.

[@TimPride-rs9to]

Where did you get the rear window at? I have the same cage and looking for a rear window

[@RandomGuyStuff]

I took a window for a factory cage and cut it to fit. Had to pull of the side air intakes to slide it in position.

[@bengabriel5748]

Hey how do u like you're krx and anyway i can contact you dads got a talon and ive had rzr but thinking of a krx but can i contact you

[@jasonsab4934]

What kind of brand wrap is that and how has it been holding up???

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Yhe one in that video is from Murray Powersports. I changed because I wanted. Different design. It was supper tough and looked great for the whole season I used it. I store my machine outside and it never faded or peeled.

[@josephmott5390]

Audio and video was better than most. Is your vehicle street legal?

[@RandomGuyStuff]

No. rarely need to hit the road and when I do it's usually in deep country areas where cops aren't picking on riders.

[@darcyward8891]

What weights did you put in for the rcor clutch kit.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

I am running the weights bare right now. It was the fast ramp up that I was looking for. Now that all the other projects are done I am going to do more experimenting with the weights. I liked it so much after the first few runs that I never changed it. Could be better setups, but I haven’t tried them yet.

[@darcyward8891]

@@RandomGuyStuff that's what I'm running on mine was just wondering if you had a different setup.. thanks for the reply

[@thomasharrington7947]

Does your KRX get hot inside the cab with the front and rear windshield on?

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Yep, , but in all fairness it also gets hot with only front windshield, and no windshield. Lol. Unless you isolate and wrap the radiator hoses it gets hot under me all setups.

[@thomasharrington7947]

On hot summer days, I don't think my front and rear windshield will be getting much use. You absolutely need the air flow if you don't want to cook alive.

[@lanceevans4053]

Mine stays pretty cool with front windshield, not sure why

[@ken3700]

How much money have you spent total? Machine included

[@RandomGuyStuff]

I don't know and don't want to know. lol. I really haven't kept a running tally. A guy on facebook said upgrades are a slippery slope; I would say it's more of a sheer drop-off.

[@yee581]

Where did you get that grill I want one for my krx

[@RandomGuyStuff]

I got mine from Kentucky Metal designs and fabrication. I think they call themselves Kentucky metal design and powder coating now.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Razors edge who also commented on this post does custom grills, frog skin covers etc. if seen great work from both.

[@Ink58242]

where u get the cage from ?

[@RandomGuyStuff]

TQR fabrication out of Missouri

[@peterpann9619]

Heavy machine and underpowered but tough.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Definitely on the heavy side. When you park one next to other machines you immediately notice how much beefier everything is on the kawasaki. Everything from radius rods to axles and framing are all noticeable bigger than competitors machines. All that security comes at a price, and the price is weight and speed.

[@BigBushFarms]

Do the 35s rub?

[@RandomGuyStuff]

No, not even a little.

[@jeffproulx3388]

Do you still like the bike?

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Oh yeah! I have gone through a couple sets of tires and now run trinity tune, but it has been trouble free and great fun. Still wouldn't consider another brand at this point. I have a buddy that bought one and another buddy that just sold his razor 1000 and planning to get the kRX.

[@diosapazos828]

Hi Could you please send me a link or an email of where you bought your roll cage. Thanks

[@RandomGuyStuff]

facebook.com/TQRUTV?mibextid=ZbWKwL

[@dakotaturner8716]

How do I get one of these cages ?

[@RandomGuyStuff]

Reach out to TQR fabrication on Facebook. They are out of Missouri. facebook.com/594299280690649/posts/3942687632518447/?d=n

[@dakotaturner8716]

@@RandomGuyStuff thanks I just seen this lol

[@off-roadnpew2183]

Nice. Check out xm310s

[@Swindy1794]

Too heavy and underpowered. 👎… nice machine but…. Needs more displacement and/or turbos.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

It's definitely not a light machine, but it's more of a bull than a cow. it is geared just right for the extra weight. For the areas I ride, it's a great setup but will leave the speed racers wishing they had a Polaris or Canam.

[@rugby3874]

KRX will never be real fast, They are too heavy.

[@RandomGuyStuff]

I think that deters alot of potential buyers, but most people will never see the dunes much less ride them. For trail riders, most would never need the speed of a canam turbo. The KRX is extremely capable from the factory and many would agree there is not another machine out there that rides as comfortably. What it lacks in top speed it makes up for in handling and suspension.

[@neilmac4730]

@@RandomGuyStuff That's why I'll purchase one. All my friends are buying turbocharged units but all we do is heavily wooded trails.