Between the Japanese ATV manufacturers, Yamaha and Suzuki are the two best in terms of reliability (Kawasaki and Honda are pretty darn good too!). Can Am and Polaris have great style and electronic gadgets on their ATVs, but in my opinion the Japanese ATVs take the lead when it comes to reliability and the ability to withstand some truly rugged terrain.
💯 agree on the reliability part the issues is at least here in Canada the jap atvs are $1000s more then can am outlander 700 or polaris. Some will say you get what you pay for but you can get a lot of mileage from the can am or polaris if maintained
I own a 2021 grizzly xtr and a 23 king quad same as this one. For trail riding, the grizzly has better power steering and suspension. The king quad has a smoother more refined engine feel and engagement. The heavier steering on the king quad makes working with it easier when steering it actually goes where you want where the grizzly will push with a load/trailer hooked up. My king quad came with a 5 year warranty, free winch also.
@@brianvera2353 I am curious as well. About to pull the trigger on a King Quad and have never been around them. Currently own a 660 Griz and 700 Kodiak. Both been bulletproof. Can get the KQ for about $2K cheaper. Really tempted. My biggest concern is the ride quality. I have heard they are harsher than the Grizz/Kodi
@@bradniehues9560 the grizzly is a plusher riding trail machine. I still have the stock tires on the king quad, will be putting radials on next spring so see if that makes a difference. It’s not rough, but noticeably firmer than the grizzly on the trails.
Exactly i’m sick in tired of seeing comments that yamaha is the better choice because of a 10 year belt warranty that i have heard has been denied by yamaha
There's a few thing the spec sheet doesnt tell you. I had a king quad before and I'd be happy with either of these machines. The king quad is geared taller but has an even better clutch/belt set up than the yamaha. They dont have a 10 year belt warranty but they dont wear out unless you dunk it in mud. The taller gearing makes it feel less snappy on take off but low goes a little faster so it's not all bad. The suzuki also needs inner fenders fabricated for it, if you can see the sides of the rad mud/water splashes onto it plugging it quickly. I've built a few sets for friends, it's easy to do, the yamaha has the rad better protected stock. This sounds trivial but over heating non stop on rides sucks.
My 2023 Yamaha Kodiak 700 se. Is an amazing machine. I absolutely love it. I have larger tires and full skid plating . I trail ride here on Vancouver island. Logging roads and mountains. Rivers and oceans. It’s an absolute beast and definitely will exceed my abilities and courage level. Can’t recommend enough. I never ridden a Suzuki buy have friends that do. You honestly go wrong with any of the Japanese brands In my honest opinion.
Kawasaki and Yamaha have good machines but i usually gravitate more towards Suzuki and Honda products. I have seen reviews on the Rubicon 700 for 2025 and one of the things that disappoints me is that it doesn't have power steering. As you said im sure it helps out when there's weight on the front like a snow plow. If i were purchasing one i definitely would want the plow for my driveway.
@@lisaweaver7992 they’ll both plow equally well. Something to keep in mind, if you’re going with the Rubicon, get the DCT. The foot shift can be very cold natured and difficult to shift until you’ve warmed up the transmission enough by driving it around. A lot of folks think by avoiding the DCT, they’re avoiding more problems but in reality we generally dont see issues with the DCT or electric shift transmissions. But then again everyone has a budget and the foot shift is a big less expensive also. As someone who grew on nothing but Honda, I have to admit if I bought another ATV for around our property it would be a Suzuki.
Are KQ plastics painted like a grizzly, i heard they’re not
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I am hesitating between the Suzuki Kingquad 750 2024 and the Kawa Bruteforce 750 2024. I do mainly hunting and hard working on my land. What do you recommend between the two?
I bought a King Quad brand new in 06. I asked the dealership about cold weather starting problems. He said he was unaware of it. Yeah, 20 degrees and you're walking. What a pile of crap! You couldn't give me a Suzuki! Weak wiring harness. Yamaha makes quality stuff.
Truth is, both of these have proven to be awesome machines. You can’t go wrong with either
Between the Japanese ATV manufacturers, Yamaha and Suzuki are the two best in terms of reliability (Kawasaki and Honda are pretty darn good too!). Can Am and Polaris have great style and electronic gadgets on their ATVs, but in my opinion the Japanese ATVs take the lead when it comes to reliability and the ability to withstand some truly rugged terrain.
💯 agree on the reliability part the issues is at least here in Canada the jap atvs are $1000s more then can am outlander 700 or polaris. Some will say you get what you pay for but you can get a lot of mileage from the can am or polaris if maintained
I own a 2021 grizzly xtr and a 23 king quad same as this one. For trail riding, the grizzly has better power steering and suspension. The king quad has a smoother more refined engine feel and engagement. The heavier steering on the king quad makes working with it easier when steering it actually goes where you want where the grizzly will push with a load/trailer hooked up. My king quad came with a 5 year warranty, free winch also.
so king quad better?
@@brianvera2353 I am curious as well. About to pull the trigger on a King Quad and have never been around them. Currently own a 660 Griz and 700 Kodiak. Both been bulletproof. Can get the KQ for about $2K cheaper. Really tempted. My biggest concern is the ride quality. I have heard they are harsher than the Grizz/Kodi
@@bradniehues9560 the grizzly is a plusher riding trail machine. I still have the stock tires on the king quad, will be putting radials on next spring so see if that makes a difference. It’s not rough, but noticeably firmer than the grizzly on the trails.
10 year warranty on a $100 belt is not a big deal, imo. It's just marketing and a lot of people fall for it. Suzuki's CVT is just as good or better
Exactly i’m sick in tired of seeing comments that yamaha is the better choice because of a 10 year belt warranty that i have heard has been denied by yamaha
There's a few thing the spec sheet doesnt tell you. I had a king quad before and I'd be happy with either of these machines.
The king quad is geared taller but has an even better clutch/belt set up than the yamaha. They dont have a 10 year belt warranty but they dont wear out unless you dunk it in mud. The taller gearing makes it feel less snappy on take off but low goes a little faster so it's not all bad.
The suzuki also needs inner fenders fabricated for it, if you can see the sides of the rad mud/water splashes onto it plugging it quickly. I've built a few sets for friends, it's easy to do, the yamaha has the rad better protected stock. This sounds trivial but over heating non stop on rides sucks.
Honest review good job
Thank you!
Is King Quad rear axle a limit slip or straight differential?
I have a Kodiak 700 with 26 kenda bear claws its a great work quad good big racks for carrying great bike towing a trailer comfortable along with it
I got a KQ 750 with 26" tires upgrade at purchase. Makes a big difference. Both Machines should come with 26" from factory.
Tyrese make a huge difference especially if your working or going for a run @@gavynerycroft1123
My 2023 Yamaha Kodiak 700 se. Is an amazing machine. I absolutely love it. I have larger tires and full skid plating . I trail ride here on Vancouver island. Logging roads and mountains. Rivers and oceans. It’s an absolute beast and definitely will exceed my abilities and courage level. Can’t recommend enough. I never ridden a Suzuki buy have friends that do. You honestly go wrong with any of the Japanese brands In my honest opinion.
My 2023 kingquad came with a free Warn winch and a 5-year warranty at no extra charge.
BC Canada.
Kawasaki and Yamaha have good machines but i usually gravitate more towards Suzuki and Honda products. I have seen reviews on the Rubicon 700 for 2025 and one of the things that disappoints me is that it doesn't have power steering. As you said im sure it helps out when there's weight on the front like a snow plow. If i were purchasing one i definitely would want the plow for my driveway.
Trying to decide between the KQ and a Honda Rubicon foot shift. Which will plow snow better?
@@lisaweaver7992 they’ll both plow equally well. Something to keep in mind, if you’re going with the Rubicon, get the DCT. The foot shift can be very cold natured and difficult to shift until you’ve warmed up the transmission enough by driving it around. A lot of folks think by avoiding the DCT, they’re avoiding more problems but in reality we generally dont see issues with the DCT or electric shift transmissions. But then again everyone has a budget and the foot shift is a big less expensive also. As someone who grew on nothing but Honda, I have to admit if I bought another ATV for around our property it would be a Suzuki.
I wish Yamaha would make in Kodiak in full camo.
Are the light LED on either one?
the kodiak isn’t but the grizzly is. i’m not sure about the king quad but i don’t think it is either
@@spyderoutdoors2172 You're correct on this
Grizzly low beams are, the handlebar light is halogen
Are KQ plastics painted like a grizzly, i heard they’re not
I am hesitating between the Suzuki Kingquad 750 2024 and the Kawa Bruteforce 750 2024. I do mainly hunting and hard working on my land. What do you recommend between the two?
Definitely Kingquad unless you want to be replacing engines, the brute force is faster, but the shocks suck and the engine doesn't last.
@@Livinrad you really think so I thought the route force had a good reputation?
Suzuki build quality is better than the Kawi.
The KQ is an amazing machine.
same ATVs as last year they just put 2025 on it
The suzuki needs to come standard with a better front bumper not just plastic 🙄
Great Information!
Thank you so much!
I bought a King Quad brand new in 06. I asked the dealership about cold weather starting problems. He said he was unaware of it. Yeah, 20 degrees and you're walking. What a pile of crap! You couldn't give me a Suzuki! Weak wiring harness.
Yamaha makes quality stuff.
@@philjenkins2320 Things have come a long long way since 2006, but glad you’re enjoying your Yamaha! Ride safe.
King quad sucks water into cvt due to cvt intake box below exhaust....horrible design.
I will take cfmoro over Suzuki
@@brianholmes8966 why is that?
😂😂
walking must be one of your favorite past times