Is This Kawasaki MULE PRO-FXT Ranch Edition The Modern Day Farm Truck? We Put It To The Test!
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- Опубликовано: 28 апр 2022
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In this video, Alex takes our newly received Kawasaki MULE PRO-FXT Ranch Edition to Tumbleweed Ranch to test out its off-road capability.
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All that capacity off-road with less than 50hp ? That’s amazing
Torque+ low range do amazing stuff
Awesome video, this is by far one of my favorite channels "all the TFL channels" keep'em coming.
Great review👍boss has 3 seater MULE, good for muddy/sloppy poo conditions on a dairy. So far so good, tray easy clean out n not dents, only wish had order windscreen for front, extra lights as lights are ok but when reversing in dark there no light. Only let down is seat as made of light material n cut easily, get cut resistance seat cover.
The Mule has come a long way in 25 yrs. I like the bed conversion.
We use a mule pro a lot on our farm. We have WAY over loaded it repeatedly and have a lot of miles on it with very little problems. Very good machine.
How Is the noise level? My parents are looking for something to take the grand kids around so they want something quiet enough to carry on conversations on their way to get ice cream.
I've had a ranch edition since 2019 hands down the best thing I ever bought
First time seeing Alex in these videos. Good job presenting!
Great job, Alex! Keep writing reviews!
I'd never seen your content before, and REALLY appreciate how thorough your testing, and explanations were.
Kawasaki needs to send you a CHECK!
THIS would make an excellent sales video for them.
Very informative - thank you !!!
Awesome, awesome review, you guys should do some Atv and Utv reviews regularly
Nice review Alex...
It's recommended (by the manufacturers, mechanics, and experiences offroad drivers) to use low range when driving slowing over obstacles and/or up hills. Will save a lot of wear and tear on your belt. Perhaps the machine can do it in high range, but low range is the correct choice for slower obstacle and hill driving to give the best gearing and avoid slipping the belt in the lowest ratio of your CVT clutches. Plus, better engine braking on hill descents so less wear and tear on brake pads.
Yeah he has no atv experience obviously.
Seems aptly named. A handy ranch vehicle indeed
9: I love that feature, ppl *6 or bed/stuff great design.
David is the G.O.A.T.!
Thanks for the review. Would you please test the CF Moto's UTV and ATV? They are getting more popular right now, but I don't see too many reviews on them other than from the seller. Especially interested in seeing how they compared to the Kawasaki or the Honda.
Good machines. We have 2 of them. Our isn’t the ranch edition they were 14,200 here in Tx back when you used to could get them to years ago
That bed extension is awfully snazzy.
For the starting price of a Ford Maverick this utv is a banging deal compare to the rest of the other brands out there!
Anymore than might as well get a 4x4 Maverick unless you have plenty of money to spend
That thing is so cool
Great machine,
I'm looking forward to an updated Teryx!
I have 3 kids and a wife so this looks like a good fit for us. We don't have a ranch buy we want a fun toy to explore the trails around our house. $15k is so much more affordable than the sport models that seat only 4.
I cant find one for under 21k. Last year I had found one for 17k. Crazy how theyre jacking the price up. The dealwr said the shipping costs went from $600 a unit to 1500 a unit. Told him how does that add up to a 4k difference?
@@Jackmerius_Tacktheretrix probably more to it....shipping containers used to cost $1000 from Asia. Now they are $10k to $20k per container. Then trucking/diesel fees, etc....it sucks
@@mixflip yes it does. But what you mentioned is what increased the shipping from 600 to 1500. Im sure there are other things but the guy said the unit cost didn't change so I think like so many others that they are taking advantage and contributing to inflation by marking things up. Same way dealers are marking up a tiny ford maverick to over 50k!
@@Jackmerius_Tacktheretrix true....greed is a factor for sure. Market adjustment is pure greed with these car dealerships.
@@mixflip yes it is. But unfortunately people still pay the price, so until the consumer says enough is enough they will continue to price gouge. If we stop buying they will have no choice but to stop this madness.
Great video! Thanks for posting. I have that exact machine / color on order at the moment. Hoping to be in it within the next 30-days. Out of curiosity, what state is your ranch located in?
The TFL team are in Colorado. Hope you enjoy your Mule btw, it looks like epic fun.
Wish we could get one from Kawasaki to try out down here in Hawaii, we got some pretty hardcore places to try it out on.
You mentioned something about diff lockers, but you didnt show where the switch was...is it an electronic switch or some sort of manual lever or something?
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Thanks guys. Have been asking about this thing a few times with no reply. Now I can stop asking if it is a TFL purchase. :) With all your experiences with different side by sides, would this be one you would pick over the others for your ranch?
Look at the Teryx. Great power and comes with bucket seats. Much more comfortable then benches.
If you want the CVT belt to last use low range.
David is always watching lol.
Contrary to popular belief you don't need a lot of hp or cc to have a good machine and these also come in diesel and are way cheaper than other sxs and you can still get put and have a great time on the trail
Dear sir you've had the mule for a while now could you put some fuel, mileage numbers up please. Tanks
The Kawasaki Mule has a diesel engine option but it's only available on the other trim models not the ranch edition.
All this unit needs is a front locker for me to consider it. I have a Teryx4 and use the front locker a fair amount in the mud, snow, hills, crawling over rocks and logs. Other than that I could live with less HP. The teryx is faster and more powerful, but the engine noise and harsher ride are big turn offs for the family and little kids.
You always need to use low when doing any type of technical driving. Especially uphill, or you will be learning how to change your belt
I like the mule, especially because of the smoother amd quieter 3 cylinder engine but I wish it had a real gearbox like the Honda Pioneer does. I hate CVT belt drive systems!
I have a 2022 Ranch Edition and, if you use low gear, engine braking would hold it back on steep downhills.
Andre did a article on me buying a 2022 Mule Pro-Mx EPS LE & how i towed it home no problem to our 10 Acre Equestrian Ranch. With my 2018 Renegade Trailhawk 2.4L, easy peasy.... We use our Mule everyday on Ranch, and weekends for offroading adventures.. Just hit 400hrs since buying in January
How concerned should I be about "belt drive" v shaft???
Does it have a dump bed?
Yes. Hydraulic assisted.
As some who grew up around farms there's no way it replaces the farm truck. You cant drive on the road or tow an auger or some cows with it. Replacement for the ATV? Hell yes. Most farmers I know are replacing their ATVs with a decent side by side, Heck allot of them are getting them with enclosed cabins and heaters.
Seems this might've replaced their "Ranch Truck" the Ram 2500 they bought over 2 months ago to do "Ranch Work." lol (except this thing is a press vehicle)
They would be a great work horse if you could work them. Mine has been on a recall for over 2 months with no end in site. It's missed planting season hay season etc. So before you believe all this B.S. check around. My machine has less than 300 hours on it and was bought brand new in January 2024
Wow. Someday I will buy this for my children.
I was wondering, how exactly does low range work on all these side-by-sides that have a CVT? How can there be a low range without any gears?
Transmission is a 2 speed plus reverse. There are gears in there.
@@MADAmechanical that means by definition that it's not a CVT
The primary clutch is on the engine, the secondary clutch is on the 2 speed transmission. The belt and clutches provide continuously variable ratios in 1 of 2 ranges. So yes it's a CVT, with the added low range ability to save the belt when doing hard work and low throttle work where burning belts could be a problem with a single range transmission. There are many good videos on RUclips to better explain the transmission setups on UTV's and ATVs. A snowmobile like the Skidoo expedition, which is 2 speed transmission, is of a similar concept.
@@MADAmechanical oh okay I think I understand thx
NINETEEN THOW WOW?! For a 4wd golf cart with a cvt. I paid 27k for my loaded 2017 Frontier SV 4x4. May as well just drop the extra money on an actual truck.
Whats the MPG on that and why can't these be street legal? I would love to drive that 20 miles to my Walmart!
Agreed , I never understood why they can’t be legal with some turnlights and some side mirrors . I see these being a lot safer on the road than per say a motorcycle you can barely see at times. I would benefit so much driving this to my Walmart lol
@@JoseOrtiz_1416 And there are electric bikes that can go 40-50 mph and they don't have turn signals or mirrors..........what the heck!
@@byteme911 agreed. Too many stupid rules and laws just to control us all. It’s very sad
That is a very nice machine. I think the 800cc engine is too small for that ride's capabilities. What may surprise some is the engine is acutually a Chinese Chery engine. Imagine that. A Japanese ride with a Chery engine! Apparently they're reliable enough for Kawasaki and John Deere to put them in one line of their machines. They're used in quite a few lesser known brands of SxSs. I have the 1100cc version in my machine.
What is a cross over ??
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Had a Kawasaki meal pro FXR and also a Kawasaki meal pro MX I use those around my property mostly spraying and hauling things The meal FXR only lasted for about 11 months something inside the transmission let loose and Kawasaki would not cover it under warranty only had 140 hours and 1262mi and also the MX was the worst mule l ever had My thoughts on Kawasaki mules they are a waste of money and they are junk traded for Can-Am defender and it has been a great machine
JP from grandmas boy does reviews now?
Curious, who the heck out the winch control out if the reach of the driver?
I'm sure someone had a reason, but they clearly have never been in a situation that needs a winch.
Why does it have a rear locker and not a front locker? That seems odd
The feature is more about being able to open the rear diff as to not rip up grass/sensitive surfaces than locking it up for traction on this model
Horsepower is not what move loads! Torque is what moves stuff
Winch controller location is horrible
Pro tip: Use low range anytime you are puddering around under 15 mph and this goes for any belt drive CVT UTV. You will slip the belt excessively at low speeds in high range.
As someone who worked several years in the powersports industry, the Pro FX/FXT line has become my favorite and most recommended anytime someone asks what I thought was best. Obviously, that does depend on what you are going to use it for, but 95% of UTV buyers don't need anything more powerful. It's such a nice driving, refined machine.
I will say, I am pretty pleased with the performance and refinement of the Can-Am Defender. I always held those as my Number 2 pick and have no reason to not recommend those if someone needs a little extra space and has the extra room for storing and transporting one of those. One of my friend's husband bought a Can-Am that ended up being too long for their toy hauler because it had an aftermarket bumper, so instead of sellingbit, he just bought a Pro-FXT to take camping (must be nice to have that kinda money). Another friend and her husband just got a new Defender HD9 and I was impressed how quiet those new ones are compared to tge alteady quiet HD8 and HD10 that I was working with when I still was in the industry.
I agree on the low range comment, but I don't know if it makes a difference on the Mule unless crawling - on/off throttle type driving. We've used one on the farm for 15 years now and it's probably never been in low range or above 15mph! Still on the original belt. Other sxs seem to tear up their belts if driven in high at low speeds but it really doesn't seem to bother the Mule. I've always assumed due to clutch tuning.
Nice machine especially if it was Kabota Diesel engine
This thing needs some real tires, not these toy-tires...the WW2 Jeep tires & wheels,(custom made of course)...in 6 inch by 16 inch rims, on original dimension twenty eight inch diameter by 152mm width tire....yes, finding that size tire in a traction pattern will be difficult.
And please please, don't jack-up the suspension, just clearance the wheel wells to fit., lots of room in there...keeping the weight down low but increasing the ground clearance.
Now I see why he's abusing it it's a given
A Neuro surgeon would definitely highly recommend a helmet.
Come on, Alex . . . that little light-weight rig is supposed to climb around like 'Mule' as it were; SUVs will have a much harder time.
David prolly does need to make a wider switchback, say David's Foley 2.0.
No crossover will make it up the holes
$20k and still cant drive it the road, legally that is............
Tell me u don't know how to drive off-road without telling me
For that much money there are better options out there
Theres a new thing called a Helmet ..you might want to check it out ..set an example for new offroaders ..its all fun and games until you smoke your head on that pipe or a stick comes in and smacks you in the head ..or flying rocks bust your nose
You should go tell that too all the Jeep guys that drive around with no roof and all the doors off lol.
Maybe educate yourself a bit. While a helmet is fine to wear it’s not required in most states / provinces in North America as long as your sxs is equipped with seatbelts and a roll cage. Pending you wear the belt of course. Not saying a helmet is a bad idea but it’s not required so no need to bash him for choosing (lawfully) not to wear one.
@@pajamatime5750 While the original poster was a bit snarky, they didn't say a helmet is required nor comment on legality of it. He conveyed that helmets are a good idea to use because of the things one typically encounters in a UTV (being jerked around so head contact rollcage or from sticks (downed trees sticking into trail) or rocks (from other riders kicking them up), and to be a good example for wearing proper safety gear while riding. All sound reasons.
Helmet ??
It has a engine, not a motor.
Good input. Thanks very much
Awful Design looks horrible
That sucked !!!
Nah, it's way too plain, cheap and simple and looks like a tuktuk but I'm sure it's expensive. The front bench seats are so disgusting
19099 plus 840 destination plus 500 freight and materials surcharge so 20429 dollars. give me a beater truck or jeep
I agree, I had one, great for the farm not for playing or hard work. motor is underpowered, seats are uncomfortable, the rear seat conversion dosen't work well when there Is any kind of dirt in bed, the aftermarket cabs don't fit well, so on. rear shocks broke hauling firewood, kawasaki would not cover them, 1 week old. pain changing the oil. filter is tucked in front of motor. have pioneer 1000, way better. Polaris general is better also.
I am saying. 20 grand for that is nuts. I spent 27 on a loaded 4wd frontier with 30xxx miles. Just get a damn truck lol
Dude got some skinny legs