Kawasaki Brute Force 750 - the best for off-road

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The Kawasaki 750 model from Brute Force is large in size and is a utilitarian ATV.

A distinctive feature of the entire line is its versatility.

These ATVs are suitable for rallies and short-term pleasant trips, and can also become an aid in performing yard work.

Model description

It’s hardly possible to describe the Brute Force 750 in a nutshell, but we can safely talk about the progress of the developers .

Many of the initial shortcomings were gradually corrected , and today we have one of the best ATVs for off-road and not only among the Kawasaki ATV lineup.

What did they fix? Initially, the model did not have a very strong frame, which could bend or crack during long journeys with jumps and flights. Which, of course, made no one happy.

However, already in 2012, the company updated the frame, making it from steel tubes, reinforced at the fasteners.

This increased the operating time of the ATV , and also significantly improved its quality.

Anyone familiar with the early Kawasaki 750 models could see a clear analogy between the stamped steel wheels and the AvtoVAZ. They were durable and went everywhere they needed to go.

But they looked catastrophically meager and downright bad. Also in 2012, the developers pleased everyone with 6-spoke light-alloy wheels .

Such tires not only perform all the functions of the previous ones, but also weigh much less. Such an ideal concept loudly declared itself.

The model has disadvantages, although they are few.

To begin with, it’s worth saying that the ATV is very pleasant when riding on a dirt road or even just through the forest , but as soon as you drive out onto average-quality asphalt, that’s all - the steering wheel becomes steel, shaking, extended braking distances and inflexible turns make the ride less than pleasant.

However, there are many warnings on the ATV, such as “never use on public roads.”

Now it’s worth moving on to the most pleasant part of the description – the advantages. Brute Force did an excellent job creating the perfect ATV.

If you love extreme travel with ups and downs, then the Kawasaki 750 is your choice. It is also worth considering that the cross-country ability on grass, mud, stones, logs and other surfaces is beyond praise.

Don't even think that this big guy won't be able to gracefully turn into a power drift. A word about the brakes - if you press both levers in one instant, the Kawasaki Brute Force 750 will stand up abruptly. It just gets up and that's it. The main thing is not to fly out of the saddle.

The Yamaha Grizzly 550 ATV has absorbed all the best qualities from its predecessors, and “work on the mistakes” has also taken place. And what happened in the end you will find out from our article.

Here you will find the characteristics of an ATV that allows you to ride along the highway or travel off-road with equal comfort.

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The ergonomics of the workplace and the ease of seating are conducive to leisurely walks along the surrounding “pampas”, but even in a “combat” stance it is at ease.
The ergonomics of the workplace and the ease of seating are conducive to leisurely walks along the surrounding “pampas”, but even in a “combat” stance it is at ease.

Royal comfort turns into a “soft spot” for the pilot when the walking pace ends and the “rubilovo” begins. Even a driving pace slightly higher than walking provokes strong vibrations of the vehicle, both in the transverse plane - during turns, and in the longitudinal plane - during acceleration and braking. It turns out that controlling this “winged swing” is not at all easy! Not only do you have to hold on tightly to the steering wheel so that the next dive during braking does not catapult you into the air in front of the car, you also have to register turns literally like a jewel - the car in turns strives to stand on its “three bones” simply with Komsomol enthusiasm. Twist the steering wheel a little or rev the throttle, and hello “ears.” At the same time, the shock absorbers have only one adjustment - by pre-compressing the spring, so it will not be possible to tighten them “to suit yourself”.

Specifications

The ATV engine has a V-shaped 4-stroke design with a volume of 749 cubic meters. see Number of horsepower - 51 .
The frame bridge is protected by plastic covers, and softer throttle return springs and the presence of ball bearings in their housings make the throttle feel lighter and less straining .

The ATV has four main configurations:

• Basic;
• With electric power steering;
• SE with graphics and aluminum wheels;
• Realtree APG HD with camouflage texture.

The first point is clear. The second point is also very simple - EPS electric power steering makes driving easier and less tiring .

After all, when maneuvering in the forest without a booster, it is very difficult to quickly react and turn, precisely because a unit of this size will be stubborn.

In the third case, aluminum wheels and graphics are installed , which makes it light and stylish.

What is Realtree APG HD? Realtree specializes in camouflage that helps in hunting.

Therefore, for many hunters it will be good news that now the giant Kawasaki 750 will be barely visible in the surrounding surroundings.

Advantages

We all strive for an ideal that is often unattainable. Any, even the most advanced machines, have their own advantages and disadvantages.

• Excellent dynamics, comparable only to models equipped with engines of larger volume and power. If you press the gas too hard, the vehicle will take off so quickly that inexperienced riders may experience problems. The most common is rear mudguards broken when rearing up. It is clear that you want as much power as possible, but you are not used to coping with such a violent temper; it makes sense to try the Kawasaki 650 ATV first. Moreover, it is only three horsepower inferior to its older brother.
• The transmission is equipped with a mechanical locking system that can be activated directly while driving. In combination with selectable all-wheel drive and solid ground clearance, they make cross-country ability very high.
• The effectiveness of the brakes will take some getting used to. They reliably stop a heavy machine and make its operation safe. But if you overdo it, then even at high speed the all-terrain vehicle will stop dead in its tracks, and an unwary rider will continue to move in free flight.
• Durable duplex frame. On early models that used engines with a displacement of 750 cc. see, she often caused criticism. When actively driving over rough terrain, cracks appeared in it. The manufacturer listened to customer complaints and today this shortcoming has been completely eliminated.
• Comfortable suspension operation. The car moves smoothly even over serious road potholes, reducing fatigue in the driver's legs and spine.

Estimated cost

The new Brute Force ATV of the 2015 model year costs approximately $12,500-13,500.

A used one, but in good condition, can be purchased for $5,500 – $6,300 for various years of manufacture.

The Suzuki Kingquad 750 ATV model looks stylish and modern, although there is enough unstoppable power hidden under its sparkling armor.

Review of the most modern ATV from the “Grizzly” family from the Yamaha concern, which has gained popularity since the beginning of its production.

Perfection without the fuss

Having become acquainted with the latest catalogs of motorcycle equipment that a well-known company offers its clients, it is easy to see that by the term “improvement” Kawasaki developers do not mean a radical change in image and the annual appearance of completely new models on the market. They chose the path of gradual improvement, bringing the design to perfection through improvements that really matter. This is roughly how the famous Japanese gunsmiths created their beautiful swords.

Photo gallery

Fans of this ATV repeatedly say that nothing can be better than it, thanks to its excellent characteristics and cross-country ability. You are given the opportunity to study its external qualities and more clearly form your idea of ​​Brute Force 750, which has already won the hearts of many.

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Separate headlights are responsible for high and low beam.
Of course, such light will not be enough for rally raids, but for country drives it will be more than enough. Separate headlights are responsible for high and low beam. Of course, such light will not be enough for rally raids, but for country drives it will be more than enough.

And it’s easy to overdo it with gas. The 50-horsepower engine responds to the pilot’s commands very willingly, even abruptly, spitting the not-at-all-light quadric forward out of any mud and up any hill. And in a lower gear, “Kvaka” gets into the “candle” even on a flat surface, and if the road climbs even a little upward, generally “turn out the lights”! In general, you need to be extremely careful with acceleration, and I would not advise beginners in the ATV business to get behind the wheel of this device at all. With taxiing, the situation is just the opposite. Turning the steering wheel of a heavy car turned out to be difficult even for me, a person who does not suffer from rickets at all, and after half an hour of “racing” along the gullies, my hands even began to ache. And why Kawasaki didn’t follow the global trend and equip a heavy machine with an electric booster is not entirely clear, because almost all serious companies have been equipping their heavy quads with this useful device for a long time. It’s scary to think what it will be like on the KVF in a real swamp and on “toothy” tires!

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An unusual lever above the brake is a manual locking of the front cross-axle differential.
By the way, the differential itself has a constant partial “pressure”, so that the torque, albeit partially, will always be on both wheels. An unusual lever above the brake is a manual locking of the front cross-axle differential. By the way, the differential itself has a constant partial “pressure”, so that the torque, albeit partially, will always be on both wheels.

But with the brakes everything is in perfect order. The front disc brakes settle the car like sand on a bullet. For most everyday situations, one “front end” is more than enough. But the rear multi-disc brake, operating in an oil bath in the rear differential housing, was a little disappointing. Working in oil makes it rather “brooding” and “cotton”, so it can only be used as an addition to the front one.

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The steering wheel switches and levers are intuitive, accessible and easy to use.
The steering wheel switches and levers are intuitive, accessible and easy to use.

The most interesting and paradoxical thing in the whole story is that, despite all the negative impressions described above, I really liked the quadric. This happens, and not only with technology. Sometimes you look at a woman - and her nose is crooked, and her eyes are different, and her ears are protruding, and there are freckles... but you can’t tear yourself away - individually awkward parts give absolutely stunning beauty. And now, all these seemingly minuses add up to such a fat and absolute plus that you are amazed! In general, the KVF750 is most similar to a BMP - an infantry fighting vehicle. It also has a very soft suspension, as a result of strong body sway and an angry engine, which allows you not just to “start vigorously”, but literally “jump” from a place. A kind of grasshopper.

Main features of ATV ATV Kawasaki KVF750 Prairie 4×4 (2007)

• Powerful V-twin engine
• Kawasaki's first independent rear suspension (IRS)
• Automatic transmission Kawasaki Automatic Power drive System (KAPS)
• Switchable all-wheel drive
• Adjustable limited-slip front differential
• Kawasaki Brake Control (KEBC)
• Drive Belt Alarm System
• Dual disc front and sealed rear brakes
• Ignition switch with key prevents unauthorized use of the ATV
• Electric starter with manual cord start option