Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI - leader in its class in terms of power

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Yamaha Grizzly is a long-suffering series of ATVs that is difficult to describe in a few words.

What makes the 550 FI so special? This variation has become the so-called missing link in the line, something in between the 400 and 700 models.

Of course, there were some obvious drawbacks, but first things first.

Description of the model, set of functions

When developing the Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI, the creators rethought all their previous models and tried to put into the new ATV not only the advantages of the entire line, but also corrections of the most unfortunate factors, listening to consumer feedback.

As a result of huge changes, the control system was adjusted , making the electric power steering even more tractable.

This was done for a more comfortable ride, because, as you know, ATV drivers get very tired of steering precisely because of the constant tricks with the steering system.

Thanks to its engine, the Yamaha Grizzly 550 copes well with unfavorable terrain.

It can be called an excellent climber , which, thanks to its comfort and maneuverability, is a leader among its peers.

Naturally, the 700 model seduces with its power, but if you only need an ATV for travel, then the 550 will cope with this task perfectly.

The free clutch transmission perfectly balances the engine. Switching between all-wheel drive and part-time drive is very simple - all you need to do is click one button.

A city with thousands of turns and the need to maneuver? We select the operating mode of two driving wheels and enjoy a smooth ride .

Traveling through mountains and forests? We turn on all the wheels and feel the excellent powerful beast under us .

Passability is our everything! Apparently the developers were motivated by this slogan, since the engine air valves are located almost next to the steering wheel.

Therefore, when fording a stream or small river, you will not need to worry about the engine . If you have completely immersed your unit in water, there is no need to turn the machine over and shake out liquid and dirt.

The developers prudently created drainage holes on the bottom.

It is also worth mentioning that the Yamaha Grizzly 550 has an excellent saddle, 15 cm thick .

Thanks to this, all jumps and bumps do not cause pain to the driver in particularly tender places, and their impact is evenly distributed over the surface of the seat.

The last phenomenal plus of the model is engine braking , which is thought out to the smallest detail.

You don't have to slow down and shift into a specific gear before braking. An ATV can save your life in a difficult situation, since the braking system always works, in any conditions.

There is only one minus - a very specific, unreasonable connection of the unimpressive weight of the ATV with the engine . It is frisky, and therefore you are unlikely to be able to upgrade the chassis of the device or install larger tires on the unit.

Although this minus does not bother everyone.

Thanks to its unique characteristics, the Yamaha Raptor 700 R has gained high popularity among outdoor enthusiasts.

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Advantages and disadvantages

The ATV has the following advantages:

1. Comfort. The seat is not very wide, so after riding you won’t feel like you’ve been riding for hours. Thanks to the comfortable stem, you can not only sit as if on a sports motorcycle, but also keep your back straight. At the same time, the spine does not get tired, so you can travel an impressive distance on an ATV even over rough terrain: there is also no discomfort on bumps.
2. Design. Despite the influence of Mitsubishi, the ATV has its own unique design. The car looks modern and presentable.
3. Engine. The same Japanese worked on the development of the engine, so they managed to cram the best technical solutions for car engines into it. Despite its small volume, the internal combustion engine is capable of producing 44 horsepower, while analogues can only boast 30.
4. Possibility of locking front or rear differential. In the vast majority of ATVs, the rear wheels always rotate the same, which reduces the cost of production.
5. Lever control of all-wheel drive. Unlike an electromagnet, the overrunning of which regularly falls apart, a rigid lever will not fail at a crucial moment.

Gladiator ATVs have many advantages. However, they are not without their disadvantages:

1. The electric start button is located under the left brake handle, so during emergency braking it can be accidentally touched, but if desired, it can be moved to another location.
2. Due to the same differential locking, the ATV tires wear out faster, and when cornering, the vehicle can roll over if the wheel comes off too high.

Specifications

Thanks to the suspension, the ATV has excellent ground clearance , which allows you to save the bottom from unnecessary damage.
The bottom can be improved by installing additional protection on it. The suspension is equipped with front and rear shock absorbers, which will ideally distribute the weight on the supporting part, as well as soften jumps and falls .

These ATV capabilities are perfect for athletes and travelers.

The dashboard is completely preserved from the previous model (700) and is made in a digital version.

The LCD display is easy to use and very well made. The all-terrain vehicle also has several convenient compartments for water.

Advantages

When evaluating a Yamaha ATV, the technical characteristics of which, even at first glance, look impressive, you should pay special attention to its important advantages

• Design. Behind the catchy appearance lies not just a desire to attract a potential buyer. Every line, every detail of the body is carefully thought out in order to make the operation of the equipment convenient and safe. All elements are made of high-quality materials and fit well together. At the same time, the aggressive style is quite recognizable and allows even a person who is not very experienced in matters of motorcycle technology to immediately determine that this is a Yamaha Grizzly.
• A powerful and extremely reliable engine that can withstand extreme loads for a long time.
• Excellent dynamic qualities. The utilitarian Yamaha ATV, the technical characteristics of which the company itself does not regard as sports, is capable of quickly accelerating to significant speeds of over 100 km/h.
• Reliable and easy-to-control transmission with plug-in drive on all four wheels.
• Energy-intensive suspension, despite large strokes, provides stable control even at high speeds.
• Efficient lighting system. New LED optics shine far and brightly, and an additional headlight mounted on the handlebar allows you to see the road when turning and detect obstacles in advance, when the rider can still take action and avoid a collision.

Estimated cost

Purchasing a new 2015 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI will cost approximately $12,000 – $15,500.

It all depends on the configuration and additional improvements.

On the secondary market, in good quality it can cost $6,500 – $7,000 depending on the year of manufacture and mileage.

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And this motorcycle from Yamaha, thanks to its qualities, will be an excellent option for a beginner.

Operating experience

Owners of the Yamaha 125 ATV appreciated its driving performance and reliability. Of course, the equipment is not designed for driving on difficult routes, but on an ordinary road it handles confidently.

Advantages of Grizzly:

• Reliability. When buying a new Grizzly 125, you can be sure that the device will work without breakdowns for more than one year. With regular maintenance, the car will last 4-5 years.
• Availability of automatic transmission. Thanks to the transmission, even beginners can use the equipment. The easy-to-use device is perfect for children and teenagers.
• Load capacity. The miniature machine can withstand loads of up to 150 kg.
• Soft suspension. Small holes and bumps are practically not felt when driving.
• Excellent traction. Grizzly confidently climbs the hills.
• Simple design.
• Economical. On average, a car spends 2-2.5 liters of gasoline per 100 km.

The Yamaha 125 ATV also has several minor disadvantages:

• Slightly overpriced. A used car from 2005 costs around 60-75 thousand rubles. A more recent version will cost 90-140 thousand rubles.
• Problems finding new spare parts. It is quite difficult to find new parts for utility vehicles, so many owners have to be content with used spare parts or Chinese replicas.
• Minimum equipment. The device cannot boast of heated handles, a backrest, or even rear-view mirrors.

Minor shortcomings are fully compensated by the reliability of the device.

Photo gallery

As we have already found out, the Grizzly 550 has absorbed all the best qualities from its predecessors, and “work on the mistakes” has also taken place. As a result, we received a powerful ATV with excellent cross-country ability. Is this power reflected in appearance? Let's evaluate it.

Competitors Yamaha Grizzly 450 4x4

Yamaha equipment is very popular, but this does not save it from competition. The main opponent of the utilitarian Grizzly 450 model was the ATV:

Also, many buyers prefer domestic equipment developed by Stel or Russian Mechanics. Most often, riders choose the PM 500-2 model, which has high power and excellent equipment.

The Stealth ATV 500K will also be a good alternative to the Grizzly. The model has everything you need for work and rest: a powerful engine (33 hp), automatic clutch, CDI ignition, etc.

Design Features

The creators have made enormous efforts to ensure that the appearance of the ATV is as strict and attractive as possible. What immediately catches your eye is the presence of two luggage racks, front (with a load of up to 5 kg) and rear (up to 10 kg). This simple but very practical solution from the developers makes it possible to transport small loads. Flexible and durable plastic hides the power frame and 1-cylinder engine while also serving as foot protection. Unfortunately, Japanese engineers did not take care of hand protection. Practical tests have shown that the sealed drum braking system fully copes with its task, even when the vehicle is moving at maximum speeds. The same must be said about the Ackermann steering, thanks to which the vehicle easily takes sharp turns.

Overcoming off-road conditions, the driver does not have to overexert himself to control the grizzly bear. The load is evenly distributed along the entire length of the ATV. Accompanying the enhanced control is the suspension: the front is independent, with a single A-arm, and the rear is with a pendulum arm. Ground clearance of 14.5 cm prevents snagging on large obstacles. Looking under the bottom of the ATV, you can see a durable aluminum frame that reliably protects the engine and suspension while driving off-road. At the end of the review, I must say that the reviews about this model are only positive and it is definitely worthy of attention. After watching the video, you can see with your own eyes that the model is worthy of its money.

Why choose Linhai ATVs

Linhai all-terrain vehicles are not only an ideal combination of price and quality, which in many respects exceeds similar equipment from other Chinese manufacturers, but also a lot of other positive properties that make it worth choosing and buying Linhai Yamaha:

• Spectacular "appearance". A stylish radiator grille, rounded headlights, an original steering wheel shape and streamlined body lines give the cars a stylish look.
• Ergonomics. All controls and gear changes are at the pilot's fingertips. The monochrome instrument model displays information about the number of engine hours, travel speed, transmission mode, as well as engine temperature and fuel level.
• Wear resistance. High-strength materials used to create motorcycle components provide resistance to various aggressive influences. High-quality assembly will guarantee that ATVs will not let you down in difficult situations.
• Excellent maneuverability. High ground clearance and powerful factory tires guarantee overcoming any difficult terrain. The special tread pattern of the tires allows you to easily move on the ground, mud or sand.

"Bears" are not afraid of dirt

If we abstract from dry theory and tell how all these innovations and improvements show themselves in practice, we can say that the Grizzly does not experience a shortage of traction and agility. When starting from a stop, even with a sharp opening of the throttle, the wheels of the all-terrain vehicle do not slip, but you feel that the traction is like that of a diesel tractor. Japanese engineers specifically configured the fuel map and variator in such a way as to give their brainchild maximum traction at the bottom, and therefore cross-country ability. Neither in the shifting sand nor in the slushy mud did the Grizzly 700 give us any reason to doubt its all-terrain qualities and admit the very idea that you could bury yourself somewhere on it, helplessly sitting on your belly, and pray to heaven to send a tractor.

Competitors of the Grizzly 700 ATV

Despite the design and characteristics of the Grizzly 700 ATV, it has many competitors. A worthy opponent of the model was:

• Kawasaki Brute Force 750 4x4I. The device is equipped with a 749 cc engine. cm, electric starter, semi-automatic transmission, disc brakes and high-strength steel frame. The Kawasaki is slightly more powerful than the Yamaha and costs significantly less. The new Brute Force 750 4×4I will cost only 760 thousand rubles.
• Polaris Sportsman X2500 EFI. The American all-terrain vehicle is equipped with a 40 hp engine. with liquid cooling, disc brakes and MacPherson strut suspension. A used Sportsman will cost 300-420 thousand rubles.
• Suzuki Kingquad 750 AXI. The Suzuki all-terrain vehicle is significantly superior to the Yamaha Grizzly 700 ATV in power. Under the hood of the Kingquad 750 AXI lies a 722cc engine. cm, and Yamaha has a 708 cc engine. Suzuki also costs a little less – 950 thousand rubles.

Don’t forget about the domestic ATV Stealth ATV 800 Cheetah. This is a real utilitarian tank that is suitable for tourism, work and even racing. The Russian all-terrain vehicle is distinguished by explosive characteristics, bright design and excellent equipment. But most importantly, the Cheetah 800 is cheaper than the Yamaha 700 ATV.

Yamaha Grizzly 550 ATV

The practical Yamaha Grizzly 550 ATV with a medium volume of 0.5 l³ is a reasonable compromise between small and heavy ATVs. Quite a small weight and a powerful motor allow you to solve the tasks. We can say that this engine capacity makes this device universal.

It's quite simple to explain. A weak, small-capacity engine is unlikely to cope with heavy off-road conditions. And the mass of the device will not allow a powerful engine under a thousand cubic meters to show its class. But the Yamaha Grizzly 700 copes with this task quite well. The 550 cc colleague is not far behind. Its light weight and excellent suspension have its advantages.

Characteristics and equipment of the Yamaha Grizzly 550 ATV

The Yamaha Grizzly 550 ATV is equipped with a 4-stroke single-cylinder engine with a CVT gearbox. The transmission of torque to the wheels is carried out by a new type of driveshaft. The cylinder head has also been changed with longer spark plugs. Rear-wheel drive "Yamaha Grizzly 550" with all-wheel drive, has a differential lock and low gear.

The low center of gravity prevents the ATV from tipping over. Various situations happen, but still his stability is a pleasure.

In addition, the Yamaha Grizzly ATV is not sporty and it would be unfair to put it on a par with such models. It is not intended for high-speed highways and steep turns, but on severe off-road conditions it will live up to all expectations.

Impressive smooth traction without dips throughout the entire rev range

On steep descents there is the possibility of engine braking, which is very important. This is possible due to the fact that the ATV has two clutches.

One allows maximum acceleration of up to 3200 rpm, the second is CVT and turns on later. This efficient system allows you to get the most out of this device.

A smooth ride is ensured thanks to the independent suspension, which has A-shaped arms on all wheels; their protection is now provided as standard. Even on difficult sections of the road it provides good grip. Therefore, the maneuverability of this model is excellent. Electric power steering reduces impacts, thereby protecting your hands.

A few words about comfort. The rough modified seat has a comfortable shape. It is easy to stand up from it when there is a need to adjust the movement with body weight. The instrument panel is dim, but quite functional.

Test drive of the Yamaha Grizzly 550 ATV

Numerous tests of this model have shown incredible off-road capability on Russian roads. The impression was that where the Yamaha Grizzly 550 ATV cannot pass, no vehicle will pass.

During the test drive, the regular 25-inch tires were replaced with 28-inch ones. Will the engine pull these wheels in such off-road conditions, where it is difficult to move on foot? The Yamaha Grizzly passed the peat test, but is slightly heavier than the 700. There was no noticeable difference in fuel consumption. Although in light conditions the 550 is much more economical.

Data

Under normal conditions, the speed of the two wheels is always the same. A button on the steering wheel activates all-wheel drive at the right time. In severe off-road conditions, it is recommended to turn on the lock. It has an electrical principle of operation and after it is turned on, the front pair of wheels are rigidly connected to each other. The box selector selects low or high speed, reverse or neutral. Brake discs are located in each hub, the front and rear brakes are controlled separately. The engine air intake prevents water from getting inside for the time being. But when the siphon is filled, the water will flow further. The ventilation of the box is located under the trunk grille. Wheel suspensions are adjustable under certain conditions.

ATV Yamaha Grizzly 550 station wagon, which can be used for economic and sporting purposes.

The manufacturers of this ATV have once again proven that they are one of the best. The Yamaha Grizzly 550 ATV is quite powerful, maneuverable, and capable of conquering any off-road terrain. It is in no way inferior to heavyweight models, and sometimes even surpasses them.

Model range from the manufacturer

Linhai ATVs are a vehicle for those who want to purchase a quality vehicle, but cannot justify the high prices of ATVs from well-known manufacturers. The range of Japanese-Chinese SUVs is represented by several modifications, each of which is equipped with a powerful engine with a capacity of 150 to 750 cc. cm, as well as a first-class automatic transmission and disc brakes.

• Linhai-Yamaha 150. An incredibly light and maneuverable ATV that develops power up to 9 hp. With. The drive is focused on the rear wheels with ten-inch rims. With a total curb weight of 190 kg, the SUV's fuel tank capacity is 9 liters.
• Linhai-Yamaha 200. Inexpensive to maintain, the model has gained immense popularity among rental organizations, so those who want to start their own business can buy a Linhai Yamaha on the official website of our company. The basic package of the quad includes an electronic speedometer, protection for hands, bottom and suspension parts, as well as an additional oil cooling radiator.
• Linhai-Yamaha 500. All-wheel drive all-terrain vehicle with a 500cc liquid-cooled engine develops maximum power of up to 33 hp. With. and torque up to 38.8 Nm. It is equipped with independent suspension, hydraulic disc brakes and a manual parking brake. There is also an “extended” modification of the “500th” model - Linhai-Yamaha 500 Long.
• Linhai-Yamaha 550. An excellent choice for those who like to drive on rough terrain. The machine can develop power up to 33 hp. With. and maximum speed up to 90 km/h. The transmission, unlike previous models, operates in four modes rather than three, and the 550 comes standard with a winch with remote control and a tow bar. In our store you can order and buy the Linhai Yamaha 550 Long ATV, which is an improved version of the Linhai-Yamaha 500. The model is equipped with a motor with a dual cooling system - oil and liquid, which ensures stable operation under any load and environmental conditions.
• Linhai-Yamaha 700. The spectacular appearance of the ATV will conquer even the most notorious riders. The model is equipped with a large and comfortable seat for two people, as well as a backrest for a passenger. The four-stroke engine develops power up to 52 hp. pp., which is enough to overcome steep slopes and other serious obstacles.
• Linhai-Yamaha 750 Long. The special version features a longer wheelbase, higher payload capacity and updated design. The standard equipment of the SUV, in addition to the standard set, also includes LED optics, lensed headlights and body plastic protection.

What is Linhai?

Linhai is one of the world leaders specializing in the production of inexpensive but high-quality motorcycle products. The company was founded in 1956 and was initially engaged in the manufacture of power plants. In 1994, Linhai established a joint venture with the Yamaha concern, which became known as Jiangsu Linhai Yamaha Motor Company Ltd. In 2001, the company released the first all-terrain vehicle, the Linhai-Yamaha 300 CC, for the North American market. The model was equipped with a liquid-cooled motor, which showed such excellent performance and reliability that Asian manufacturers repeatedly approached Linhai Group with an offer to purchase units for installation on their all-terrain vehicles. However, the company, concerned about preserving its image, unlike most companies, refused to sell its power plants.

In addition to high-quality engines, only advanced designs and components are used when assembling Linhai Yamaha ATVs, such as the Delphi Multec EFI fuel injection system or CVT automatic transmission. All-terrain vehicles are produced in the Chinese province of Jiangsu and exported to many countries around the world: the USA, Canada, Germany, Finland, Portugal, Australia, Romania, South Africa, etc. However, Linhai does not stop there and strives to expand its geography, offering multifunctional and affordable for most consumers product.