SHOULD YOU BUY A BRUTE FORCE 750? A Two Year Review

SHOULD YOU BUY A BRUTE FORCE 750? A Two Year Review
In this video , I detail after two years of rough riding, what I like about owning two Kawasaki Brute Force 750s, and what I absolutely hate.
Buckle up folks, not holding back on this one.
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[@AE821]

Your videos are one of the reasons I'm on a 2023 Brute Force!

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Thanks 🙏. Feels good I was able to help!

[@506SXS]

Should of got a honda 😪

[@AE821]

@@506SXS Honda defiantly makes a good machine. I've had many Honda's in the past and just wanted to try something new. I'm always checking inventory with my dealer for a Rubicon Foot shift model though!

[@506SXS]

@AdamE82 I was pulling your leg but yeah I love my Hondas. Rich has good luck with his kawasaki

[@BruteforceExplorer]

​@@506SXSit's skill bro not luck 😂

[@506SXS]

Always good to see honest reviews from an actual rider .

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Thanks bro. I admire you called me an "actual rider" :)

[@506SXS]

@Bruteforce Explorer Someone who rides there machine yeah I'd say rider . U got a motorcycle to .

[@OutrageousPenalty]

the respect you do to this bike is admirable, thanks alot have a god ride sir

[@BruteforceExplorer]

thanks for watching! Subscribe fore more content!

[@MrDausen]

Great review! I bought a new 750 brute in 2008 first year EFI system and it’s been a great machine still runs bullet proof today! Pretty much everyone that buys a new atv always take off the stock junk tires, I put a puck board 1/4” heavy poly full length skid plate on mine and fender extenders around the wheel wells to keep the mud flicking up off the tires. Dalton clutch spring kit on the primary is also a great upgrade. Happy wheeling!

[@Solly937]

Great review. I think you’re spot on with the common complaints after reading all the different forums. I eventually decided to go the Grizzly 700 route (15months/6500km) solely due to the belt whine. Unfortunately Grizzly and lots of power will never be in the same sentence. Lol

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Thanks 👍. Grizzlies are amazing machines as well. I really love the look and sound of a Grizzly.

[@spyder000069]

Got my '23 grizzly a month ago and love it. Has all the power I need but I am coming from a Honda Rubicon 520. lol. My ruby has a hmf full exhaust and power commander with auto-tune but the grizzly just walks all over it.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Can't dispute grizzlies are wicked awesome machines.

[@josephc4302]

Great In depth review. Thank you.. well done

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Many thanks. I appreciate your input

[@johnford6313]

I have a 2023 and You're 100% right bout everything you said and I Love it

[@BruteforceExplorer]

thanks man!

[@joedurt3364]

Love the video, very well done and thorough. Its like you are reading my mind after 1 year of ownership. The acceleration is also my favorite !!! She does rip

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Thanks Joe. I don't just gripe for the sake of it. Others are experiencing the same things we are.

[@joedurt3364]

@Bruteforce Explorer Completely agree For $19,826.22 canadian we expect a little more . Still love the bike but in some area I can't help but feel a little taken .

[@BruteforceExplorer]

@@joedurt3364 get your money's worth. Get out and enjoy the hell out of it.

[@spawky3158]

Great video, nice breakdown!

[@BruteforceExplorer]

thanks man

[@rcpitre]

Great review! I love my 2018 BF. I will see you o. the trail soon

[@BruteforceExplorer]

I still need to get pics of your vent reroute. :) Glad you love it

[@Maritimer]

Hey man ! good video, I think you hit on all the key things, positive and negative. There is a reason why they haven't changed much over the years, the same way Yamaha hasn't changed much with the grizzly, they are great machines. Now saying that, he Brute has much more power over my grizz (even with my BF sticker on the box haha) But everything has pro's and cons, there is no such thing is "the best", whats best for you may not be whats best for me, so great job on the video, your honesty was evident, and I'll look forward to the next one.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Thanks man. Your comments mean a lot. I appreciate your feedback and can't wait to see what is next in the Maritimer ATV channel

[@OutdoorTonez]

I’m over 3000 miles on my 2020 brute force and I’ve upgraded my bike along the way. I have not had any engine or overheating problems yet. All fun so far. Coolest review bro thanks. Just got to grease them bushings on bike a lot overall good bike very happy

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Your channel was part of why I chose a Brute.

[@OutdoorTonez]

Well very cool 😎 thanks for that info. I’m honored that I was able to help you make a good choice 👍

[@DerekNolan]

great video.. im grabbing one man!!!! thank you

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Enjoy! Glad to be of assistance. Got about a hundred other brute vids here if you get bored and subscribe:)

[@johnk7093]

Great vid brotha. Am a fan of my 01 sportsman 500. The BF is top of my list if I replace.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Thanks John! We need more of your sportsman content once you settle in.

[@johnk7093]

@@BruteforceExplorer Yes. Thinking about going riding tomorrow. If I do I’ll post some….

[@andreasspangberg8676]

I've got a 22 BF which I and my kids use a recreational vehicle as well as a work horse.! I always have to tow the heaviest lumber cargo since my friend bought a Polaris 570. I think he realised though, that the Brute Force is the superior of the both.! I agree regarding the stock tires and the skid plate though, but as you said, whose could easily be replaced with aftermarked components. Btw, nice review.!👍

[@BruteforceExplorer]

glad you love your Brute as much as we love ours!!

[@2lives1left]

Have a 2008, and in 2021 I had 2000 bucks of work done. Belt, entire exhaust, all fluids, and a battery. Runs like a champ with 2500 miles on it. For sale now, just bought the Polaris Sportsman XP1000 S, so far a like! Day one with that Brute Force, tires replaced with MUD LIGHTS, 6 ply.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Very nice!

[@anthonybogart7554]

Purchasing a 2019 this weekend . Very excited hoping for zero troubles

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Congratulations you will have a great time

[@littleposerfish]

Man you are spot on. I love my BF, and its a great machine. But like you, i had issues with the tires, skid plate, headlights, and the heat on the left leg. My 21 also has the clutch knock when cold. Awesome bike, but kawasaki needs to step up. I feel like their not even interested in making four wheelers anymore. And thats a shame!

[@BruteforceExplorer]

DUDE I completely forgot about the left leg heat!!!!! I bought insulated boots and it eliminated the issue but yeah that left side could cook a Pizza.

[@23brute]

You sure it’s clutch knock? Cause mine was engine knock

[@utahwanderlust700]

Great review! I forgot to mention the skid plate in my review video, and I even had it written down in my notes!😮🥴 I agree completely. The stock skid plate does not even protect the outer edges of the main section of the frame bars! Tires.... stock suck for sure. But all the Japanese brands have put crap Dunflops or Duros on their machines at one point or another. I think Honda and Suzuki still do. It's how they get their advertised curb weights under 700 pounds. Any decent tire takes the weight up over 700, and there's some unwritten rule among the Japanese brands that they can't go over 700 pounds. Performance and power.....yes, the Brute is amazing. It's even better than what the spec sheets say. The Brute, Grizz, and Kingquad are all rated very close to 50 HP, but anyone who has ridden all three machines knows the Brute is in a whole different league. I think Kawie is a bit on the conservative side when it comes to advertising what this engine really does. As for the clutch comments......This is the first time I've heard about any shutter at 20 mph. These clutches should be smooth as a baby's bottom. If there's vibration in your's, the belt may be a bit loose, or your weight ramps are not balanced. The cold knocking on your wife's Brute is the spider shoes in the primary. The dealer you talked to was completely wrong. Those little nylon shoes get worn down over time and make a small gap between the spider and the moveable sheave towers which makes that knocking sound. When the clutch and the nylon warms up, they expand and the gap is reduced. All the dealer has to do is replace those shoes. They are about $13 per shoe, and there's 8 of them.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Thanks UW. Next service I'm absolutely mentioning this. Appreciate your input

[@chrismel3789]

I am thinking about upgrading from my 2007 BF 750, upgrades for me would be tires, 2” receiver hitch, aluminum skid pan, clutch mods to improve torque for towing , need a plow as well.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

I plow with mine. Clutch work from someone like VFJ would be awesome but at the moment is just a bit too much financially

[@ilevilminko4642]

IMO Brute Force is the best ATV. Riding position is perfect. Powerful and lightweight. Engine braking is great, saves your brakes. Had one for years, and everytime i see BF videos, i think i should go and buy one again.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Totally agree many thanks for watching.. Spend a few hours watching some of my trail videos, then grab your keys, drive to the KAwi dealer and get yo butt back in that comfy seat of a BF750

[@750Bruteforce]

Yes without a doubt. The brute force 750. Is my all time the favorite atv ever. The only thing I would change is. I wish kawasaki would make a 1000 cc brute force

[@BruteforceExplorer]

1K Brute would be insane

[@slav1north764]

I bought a 2018 grizzly 700 for its dependability. 11,850 miles no issues . Ive ridden the kawi and love the V twin.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

thats great to hear!

[@woofy548]

I rode a 2006 Brute for a long time. They literally haven't changed anything other than some beefier racks, different rims, and front plastics. They were putting those junk tires on them in 2005. My main gripe about it was how top heavy they felt, and how narrow the handlebars were. Oh, I just saw they put EPS on them. That would have been nice. They really need to do something and update them, or lower their price.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

completely agree

[@avz46]

In 2008, they got fuel injection, in 2012 EPS and 12.5 more HP. 2012 was the last update other then BNG. They also lowered them over the years to handle better just with softer spring/shocks.

[@DreadfulJoe]

What skid plate setup did you use? Thanks! Great review bud 👍

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Using a Perfex Industries aluminum skid. Thanks for watching

[@jasonmiller9495]

My buddy has a brute 750. The first time I ride with him and he saw my cf Moto 800xc he laughed and said I won’t keep up with him. I was on his ass the whole ride. The thing I love about his Brute is how light it is. Yes my quad has a little more power but it does not ride like the Brute. His Brute just floats over obstacles on the trail where as if hit them as fast as he does on my 1000 lb machine there would be a disaster happening on the trail. If I rode solo the majority of the time I would trade my 800xc in to get a Brute but I bring my 10 year old son with me almost everytime I go out and you can’t put a price on that. Anyway no matter what your riding getting out on the trails on your 4 wheeler has to be the best hobby in the world

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Hell yeah.

[@rzl07375]

An ECU reflash really helps with the heat plus more power, and the plug and play Teryx headlights work well.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Thanks for the heads-up. I may hit up VFJ

[@rzl07375]

@@BruteforceExplorer That's who did mine, my Brute is a 2014. I agree with everything you said on pros and cons, even the suspension which everyone kills on these things, I don't think is as bad as people say.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

@@rzl07375 yeah. The suspension is more than adequate for the ass whipping I put in this machine

[@coalregionrider6525]

Yea the teryx lights are awesome. You wont even need a light bar. Get stage 3 elkas and some richochet skid plates and your good to go.

[@Mud_Dragon]

hope to maybe see u guy's out today. my bday run but nobady made it so going by myself.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Happy birthday bro.

[@qjason508]

I tested a 2023 750 today and I also noticed the gear song and you should check out the 2024 models because they changed a lot to them.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

I swore they discontinued for 2024. What are the significant changes?

[@qjason508]

@@BruteforceExplorer they updated lights and handle bar pod , rack, tires, body style and NEW 4.3-INCH FULL-COLOUR TFT INSTRUMENTATION WITH BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY. $11,999-$14,399 (Canadian)

[@BruteforceExplorer]

cool thanks for the heads up

[@HEAVY_B]

@@BruteforceExplorer maybe do some research on 24 BF and do a video on the changes. See if your Kawi dealer has the new one. No brainer for your channel to be the one to review the new.

[@publicwatchdog2489]

Babied our 2019 due to head casting issues, Kawi went good for a complete top end rebuild, warranty over due to Covid but all free rebuild

[@BruteforceExplorer]

good to hear KAwi went good

[@joshv3068]

2012 840 brute force ftw 🙌

[@whiterhinooutdoors4572]

Love the brute I had a 16 model recently sold it to buy a cfmotto cforce 1000 cause I needed a 2 seater I regret selling my brute what a machine man I kick my ass for selling it I love cforce 1000 but I miss my brute

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Brutes are pretty decent but i bet that CF 1000 goes pretty good too!

[@jaywinters2483]

Your observations about Kawi cheapening out-the totality is all these things you mentioned, plus the fact that Kawi is having ChiComs make the Mule is all coming together to show is Kawi doesn’t want to put much into their powersports anymore. Now Kawi is discontinuing the Brute Force for 2024. Decided not to get a Kawi.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

It is pathetic how KAwi backpedalled out of the ATV game

[@bobo-xf5qj]

My father had a kvf650 or “prairie 650”back in the day the thumb throttle was so bad you had to literally be the hulk to hold it down he ended up putting a twist throttle on it best idea ever literally was so good bike went like hell too never had a issues with it rolled it a few times ( we were 15 year olds ) and I had a bad one on it rolled 4 or 5 times at 60kph landed on the wheels still running drove it home was such a good bike he had sold it after we graduated in about 2006 with 14000kms on it I think the guy who bought it literally had it up till two years ago

[@BruteforceExplorer]

yep the thumbs are an issue on brutes.

[@MrRyan6925]

No issues with tie rods yet?? I had to swap mine. I honestly think that’s the my second biggest issue with my 21 Brute Force after the radiator location.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

None yet knock on wood. I've done some pretty heavy hits and so far the tie rod gods have been kind.

[@matthewfordham1781]

It’s a shame that they haven’t fixed the oem tire issue in 18 years because I had the same complaint with my brand new 2005 brute!

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Totally agree thanks for watching

[@rajanrairealty8979]

i like 04-07 pull start can run w dead batt n quik carb

[@OutrageousPenalty]

00:20 Goin through the good and the bad, the point is there is no ugly and that's pretty good to begin with

[@BruteforceExplorer]

no uglies are good uglies!

[@denist1593]

im gonna buy one defently !!!

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Pretty sure you will love it

[@denist1593]

i was looking for Polaris sportsman 570 and that thing looks so unrealbile ! @@BruteforceExplorer

[@ChristopherBlakeMarsh]

Do you run yours in low or high range more? I've seen mixed reviews on this,

[@BruteforceExplorer]

High the majority of the time

[@tty117]

I love the diff whine, makes me feel like I’m riding a forced induction machine hehehehe

[@operatorsolidsnake2542]

My kfx 700 same way love the whine it's like straight cut gear sound

[@tty117]

@@operatorsolidsnake2542 I’m looking to buy a kfx 700 as well. I have my utility but I want my pure sport and I’ve heard awesome things about them.

[@randommcdonald1225]

I couldn’t agree more. My brute force 750 is the sh|t!

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Hell yeah brother. Mash subscribe! Tons more to come

[@freedomisntfree_44]

That’s not the diff whining it’s the cvt. Kawasaki has about the smoothest cvt engagement wise

[@zthang]

They must have heard what you said about the tires being trash and stopped making the Brute Force 750.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Agahahah

[@TheFixer-rq9tj]

Stock tires are meant to be tossed out at the dealership so you can choose the right tire for your riding style. They’re meant to be as cheap as possible so you won’t pay too much for your atv.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Yet you see a lot of people running them on trails.

[@TheFixer-rq9tj]

@@BruteforceExplorer Ueah that is unfortunate. I tried a friend’s 2010 kingquad that had plain awful stock tires back in the day. Dealers should emphasize on that.

[@outthewoods]

One trick pony eh??? 😂😂😂 good review man

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Only referring to mud bikes built for mud riding only. Can Am are kings for that style ride.

[@outthewoods]

@@BruteforceExplorer haha all good man just had to raz ya back a little lol

[@ArcticExploring]

Seems like there is a lot cons about Kawasaki

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Watch to the end. The pros far outweigh the cons :)

[@redbrother]

Brute force is king, buy one you will see

[@trailblazeratv6306]

I saw they discontinued the BF 750 for 2024

[@BruteforceExplorer]

All good I got mine

[@TheCaptjamestkirk]

If your going to get another Brute Force you better get one now, as it looks like Kawasaki is done making them after this year.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

I saw that!! Crazy huh?

[@TheCaptjamestkirk]

@@BruteforceExplorer Yeah it is, I don't know why they would do that? Unless they plan on bringing out a new Brute in the future? Or a whole new machine and call it something else?

[@alsmith5970]

Best money spent on a brute is a set of elka shocks.makes it a different machine

[@BruteforceExplorer]

I’ve heard that.

[@kerryblanche5478]

is da1000 coming soon?

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Nope

[@kerryblanche5478]

I have 300 kawasaki prairie I bought in 1999 still running great, have had many 4 wheels since, but kawasaki 1000 will be my dream bike.

[@DodgeMan360]

I have similar complaints for my 21' Yamaha Kodiak 700, even being the top trim SE model it came with crappy "marshmallow" tires, and thin plastic "skid plates". They try to get away with whatever corners they can cut. I had a 2003 Kawi KVF 650, I liked it, lots of power, but similar complaints to your Brute it had the same whine noise, rad got clogged with mud easily too.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Annoying things can really take the fun out of a bike. Fortunately for me it's a minor annoyance 😅

[@ScotianOff-Road]

😕if only i seen this video a couple weeks ago... 16:13 😆

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Only referred to mud built canned hams. You are safe.

[@ScotianOff-Road]

@@BruteforceExplorer lol just giving you a hard time buddy, I love it. Mine is stock but xmr which means “mud ready” 😝

[@Mud_Dragon]

i agree with tires. they are complete garbage.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Very much so.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

​@@Mud_Dragon😊

[@pateickflynnjr3454]

Hey the knocking noise ur getting in ur wife's atv sounds Luke she might need to have the belt adjusted

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Had it in to dealer twice and everything looked in spec. I got it in writing so if anything goes wrong it's on them

[@pateickflynnjr3454]

OK if it isn't the belt u might have to take off the primary clutch take it apart snd cle a n it and ee grease the roller weights

[@avz46]

They are 62.6hp, the old ones were 50

[@SuperFunnybob]

What year did they gain become 62.6 hp?

[@rajanrairealty8979]

i gota 05 i got vid of the tires doin burnouts i used on street cuntry roads still fine jus valve adjust new choke n head gasket once n exhaust seals all upgraded very strong i use 20-50 oil it shu go 30k miles..only 5k mile now orig belt badass bike they were bes then 20 yrs ago

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Awesome

[@dcsales2007]

Why they don’t put the led tyrex lights in these is beyond me. They are direct replacement. No alterations or wiring changes needed. The quad should be $10,000 CAN max, nothing has changed forever. There’s no tech at all. The front storage cover is cheap garbage. The fender storage is also stupid. The shape of the seat is stun, makes putting a limped storage seat on the back useless. The “new” brute is just cosmetic. Same solenoid clutch and 4x4 system. The whine sound is bad also. As for power cuts disappointing for a vtwin. Once you go from 25” to 27” heavier tires, it loses all power. The bike is too narrow, so you need 2” lift and 1” wheel spacers.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

You are kinda wrong on most of your gripes bro

[@dcsales2007]

@@BruteforceExplorerwhat point am I wrong? The cheap latching front storage cover? The rubber net fender pocket? The fact it’s 15 year old parts that has had no R&D and this should only become cheaper over time, the gutless power for what it is? The fact that it comes with light 25” tires to make it feel like it got any power at all? Adding 27” kills the bike all together. I know, I did it. The tyrex sxs headlights are LED’s that fit perfectly. They couldn’t even do that to justify price increase. They can’t change the rims to justify a price increase. The solenoid engine brake on the clutch and 4x4 actuators are known for failing and that’s why there’s aftermarket manual options. The new plastics look nice. But it’s overpriced and will not sell.

[@Clamjammer]

@@dcsales2007you’re right dude… I love a brute force but they really should be selling for like 8k usd now. Bigger tire issues can be solved with a clutch kit btw. And throw on a light bar !

[@CooterELee]

As the neighborhood ATV mechanic, I would NEVER recommend a BF. By far the worst piece of junk I’ve worked on in my rural neighborhood. I had it so much fixing things the owner bought a new can am. But if you want awesome performance and you’re going to work on it or keep up with it, it’s bad @$$ machine when it runs. But not necessary for farmers or hunters, only trail riders will likely appreciate it.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

We been lucky so far knock on wood

[@Yettiattack]

What if i get one for free 🙉

[@BruteforceExplorer]

You are lucky!

[@Yettiattack]

@@BruteforceExplorer its a bit older but essentially brand new! O6 with about 50miles

[@canamdennis6829]

They don't make them anymore 2023 was the last year bud sorry

[@BruteforceExplorer]

All good still bazillions on the used market for the next 10 or so years.

[@user-fo2qj5ez6n]

Just bought a 2024 BF 750 3 weeks ago

[@user-sj5xv8hr3r]

Let's go with quad 4 wheels bike 2 wheels trike 3 wheels just saying. Lol.

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Nope.

[@sand_riders]

take it on washboard sand trails and you wont like it

[@BruteforceExplorer]

Luckily there aren’t any of those within about a thousand miles from here…. Like share subscribe

[@rajanrairealty8979]

i go in dunes n levee river its ifne i got ancla tires tho

[@rajanrairealty8979]

even w stock tires never stuk