KRX 1000 Issues - Axles Knuckles and More
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- Опубликовано: 1 авг 2024
- After 600 plus miles on the KRX, it's time to address the issues you hear about on the Facebook groups. Are the knuckles a big deal? What about the one way bearing? Should that or any of the other issues stand in the way of you picking up a KRX? Garrett answers those questions in this video.
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For those watching today, the knuckle issue was resolved with a design change mid way through the 2020 model.
Hey I know that John Hester guy1 lol. Thanks for the props. So here is everything that we know on these issues.
Axles:
It was on the line issue of them not pushing in and "clicking" the snap rings in all the way, not a defect, BUT due to the axles coming out could damage the axle or even the rear diff. a "Factory Directed Modification" was issued to everyone to have there axles inspected. Kawi fixing ALL issues.
Knuckles:
I talked with Kawi and showed them my video of what we did, Our Tech rep agreed that it is a good viable fix, BUT it only happens at FULL lock and the suspension going through it's full range of downward motion, bigger heavier tires it is more likely to happen because of the twisting force from added weight. He did say by modding the knuckle it will be harder for them to warranty, BUT also said, "Hey if it fixes it and you never break a knuckle, was well worth it".
Suspension knock:
We believe it is the sound of the cups slapping the crossovers for the most part. Perhaps if a different material was used it could quiet it? Time will tell what every aspect could be. We do also know the front bushings are very thin and upgrading bushing to Brute Performance UHMW set will make the front end much more reliable and eliminate and front or back a-arm movement from the thin stock bushings. We have not yet tested but want to test to see if the sound is also attributed to the front sway bar, has anyone run the front sway bar disconnected to see if the sound changed?
One way bearing:
Kawi Tech DID confirm it was first run bearings that had an issue, and since then after 1st batch 0 reports from second batch on, was a very small amount, less then .5% as well. No more new issues should arise from that. (only very early models made up to November 2019).
About all I got, hope that helps :)
Thanks for all the info and I hope it helps many on here. Love the machine and like I said I haven’t had issues really on mine so far. - Garrett
My buddy got the second round machines and has all kinds of problems...... we bought ours the same day so far I've been lucky and no problems so far...... but his radiator hose came off light switch doesn't work axels are out and one way bearing went out
Yes I noticed it right away in my front end. I've noticed it in some other videos of the KRX. I've looked pretty deep into mine and cant find it yet. We will get to the bottom of it one way or another. Thanks!
I think you did a great job discussing the potential problems with the KRX. One thing we all need to recognize is what you pointed out. This is a first generation machine. First Gen. are bound to have problems. The other point is that there are no perfect machines. I’m a CAN-AM shopper however, every time I see the KRX at a dealership, I’m very impressed. The KRX is a beast. I will consider the KRX when I decide to pull the trigger. Thanks to great reviews like this one, I know Kawasaki will stand behind there product. Thanks.
Long but informative video. Lol. I bought a pretty well loaded KRX used with 8 hrs and 40 miles on it. I have been off road all my life,raced 3 wheelers,had crawlers,blah,blah. Never owned a sxs,and i am a Honda guy at heart! I love this machine! Everything you said made sense and the only problem so far is the gas gauge,personally not a huge deal,but for for 20k should work. I do suggest toying with shock adjustments to tune it in a little.
Thanks for this I stumble on your channel and I bought a KRX two days ago same color I love mine have a rzr as well the quality is great on the krx. So smooth ohhh and I’m going to turbo mine
I’m thinking about a turbo later, you have one in mind? -Garrett
great vid! thank you Garrett, this machine is VERY high on my radar as is...the Honda Talon 4x live valve...so yeah I'm watching a lot of Deranged Offroad with your new machines! LOL
Awesome, either machine is great in my opinion. -Garrett
I just purchased the 2020 KRX and so far I love it. I only have 20 miles on it so not much. I honestly did not even know this was a first-year for the Kawasaki. I do not usually buy things for the first year. I am really a honda guy but I liked how beefy the KRX was so I went with it. Thanks for the videos. I live in Utah as well.
Thanks for watching!
Yes I watch Hester motors as well and i think he is awesome.
Seen my comment on your screen. I can tell you at the point what we have found . Kawasaki tech came to my dealer and had them tear the transmission apart. The tech thought it was a dog gear in the trans misformed . Went back to California and discovered that it in fact was not misformed. Had the dealer re assembly the transmission. This time the dealer discovered that there was a gap between a gear and a bearing on one shaft. Figured out that the bearing was Not pressed fully and seated in place. All new parts have been ordered to replace all in this area. When I get it back hopefully by this weekend or first of next week I will test and report my findings on Facebook to share with others that may be having this issue. Again Kawasaki has been great and as doing all they can to make it right. Thanks for your time. Mark A. Meredith
Thanks for the update and yes that’s the main point Kawasaki has been great to work with!
-Garrett
Just a update for this old post... 18 months later I may have lost an inch! Rolling on 35’s and pretty much stay at full soft settings. Stay around 5-8 psi and rip the shit out of it! It’s definitely puzzling looking at others tenders compared to mine. I’m well over 200lbs. and won’t mention the wife,dog and cooler weight! (We Heavy!) I guess I got a good one !?!?!? Anyway thanks again for great content! Love y’all’s channel! 👊🏻🍻😎
Very interesting, you must have gotten a good one because mine was shot after 500 miles and lost about 3 inches. -Garrett
I have a 2014 Teryx 2. Been a great machine. I will be going to system 3 xtr 370, 32". They are a little taller but won't hurt the gearing.
My dad has the same exact one, I think he only has about 1400 miles but he’s had zero problems, meanwhile my sister-in-law has a 2020 Polaris Razor 1000 with about 1200 miles and it is already experiencing issues.
Shock therapy has said almost every sxs springs will sag and will continue to sag. Their springs will sag but will only during break-in then will not sag anymore unless you keep adding more and more weight to unit.
Get'em! Good video brother.
Hey wouldn’t change it for anything, it’s a great machine, but obviously a few of these issues need to be fixed. 👍 -Garrett
The sound from the shock is from the crossover rings. I spoke with Kawasaki and even sent them a video of my machine making the noise and they told me that it was normal. It bugged the heck out of me so I adjusted the crossover rings so they would not make contact as easily and the noise went away. My rear shocks made the same noise but not as noticeable. The adjustment I made isn't that big of a deal because most of my riding is in the woods at slower speeds. If I rode more aggressive and was hitting the whoops then I would have left them and lived with it.
Great feed back my rears make no sound just the front. 👍 -Garrett
@@NewTrip_NewAdventure It did for me. It took some diagnosing initially but it bugged the heck out of him so I was determined to find it. I adjusted them and it quit. It will only do it now if I hit something hard enough to cause the upper spring to collapse. The upper spring is what is mostly used at lower speeds and it isn't until you drive more aggressive that lower spring gets used. That is my understanding of the basics to a dual rate shock. I also adjusted the rear because they were doing it but just not as bad. Hope this helps!
Went to a dealer and sat in the KRX today, seems to be a very nice side-by-side. I have a 2018 razor 4 seat. Didnt realize it had a few issues but they seem minor to me. Trying to decide if I want to get one.
It’s been a bit since I did this vid and my KRX is still going strong with no issues. 👍
I have a 2021 Kawasaki KRX 1000 and a lot of the issues you mentioned still exist
Sorry about all the bad luck with krx’s,I’ve been seeing this with my riding buddies. I thought about getting one but not now, I’m on my 3rd Polaris rzr 1000, with over 3,000 miles on each one with no issues. I’m already over 3,500 miles on my turbo and haven’t changed anything but the belt one time. And mine are not trailer queens for any one wondering how I ride.
Yes people have had some bad luck, but I have not 600 miles in no issues. I wanted to get a conversation going on what you see on social media about the KRX. It seems though that some polls have been done and most have not had issues with their KRX. 👍 -Garrett
I've been looking at the KRX and Maverick sport XRC after hearing all these problems I'm going to stay with Can Am and buy a XRC even though it doesn't have all the suspension travel. I'm not one of the fast guys anyway!
Thanks for the video!
You'll really like the XRC as long as you're aware of what it is and it's limitations.
@@DerangedOffRoad even thought I changed out the stock shocks on my commander I'm sure the XRC has to ride a lot better. And we mostly are explorer riders. You know the under 35 mph group 😁😉
Another place to look for noise is the sway bar moving side to side. Happened with the yxz also. Ended up getting clamps to keep the sway bar still.
Thanks I’ll check that out as well. -Garrett
I have 61 miles on my KRX, I like lots others, while coasting downhill at any speed, the engine braking stops, makes a clicking or finding noise, some call it kicking itself out of gear, I’m not sure what it is, I’ve heard there’s an adjustment that can be made on the shifter cable to eliminate this issue, if so, can someone share exactly where on the shifter cable is this adjustment made and what it involves exactly? Thanks 😊
Thank you for the good videos, Has anyone had a bucking or surging from the throttle after warm up and seems to be when you are just barely on the throttle at different speeds. its been real constant until I took it to the dealer, then its perfect.
I haven’t heard much of it at all, mine never has done that. 👍-Garrett
IMO, Michigan Mud Masters is correct about what's causing the shock noise. Raise your crossover rings (not the top preload nuts, but the next below that) up 1 inch and I about guarantee your noise will go away. After doing this on mine, it didn't leave much room to adjust the preload, but you could always move the crossover rings back down a little if you ran into clearance issues. My noise seemed to come more from the rear, but I lowered the crossover rings on all 4 shocks. This just lets you get a little more travel out of the top spring before it engages the main spring.
Going to try that for sure. -Garrett
@@DerangedOffRoad you can jack up the front of the machine to take pressure off the shocks, then I used an old flathead screwdriver that was kinda rounded over and a hammer to loosen the 2 rings/ nuts. Move them up, then use the hammer and screwdriver to tighten them against each other with a little tappy tap tap action and your good to go
LW McQuade These adjustments your talking about are basic shock a spring tuning. Factory settings are very generic. Tuning your preloads for ride hight and ride quality is a must Great point 👍
A lot of the problems are in the dealers set up forgetting to really pay attention when putting together and checking everything thorough before putting on floor for customers
Yeah I totally agree. Seems like a lot of dealers think these are ready to go since they show up compeltly assembled and ready to drive. There's still a long pdi checklist they need to go over.
-Dave
james ingram yes I totally agree
Man Ive been waiting on this video
Just wanted to share my opinion about everything talked about on social media. Still think hands down one of the best all around machines out.
@@DerangedOffRoad me too I absolutely love mine... I think we all figured with a brand new machine they would have a few things wrong with it
Trevor Braden exactly, I knew what I was buying. -Garrett
@@DerangedOffRoad yeah man I feel ya..... I traded my yxz1000r for mine..... and have absolutely..... zero regrets....... the yxz1000r was a blast and I was about to do everything to it that the KRX already had stock...... I wasn't even planning on getting a new machine a buddy of mine was shopping for a Polaris razor.... and I saw the KRX and was like holly shit....... and we both walked out the next week with ours....... and it is hands down one bad ass machine.......
I got mine with 40 miles. First trip out started making the clicking noise while backing up at about 90 miles. Later that day while loading it on the trailer the clutch locked up. Took it in to the dealership. Parts are ordered. They are replacing the axles. And the gas gauge is on the list too. Machine worked great till iput it on the trailer. On the front shocks I tightened up the slack on the tinder springs. No issues after that.
Those aren't tender springs like a junk polaris. It's a proper dual rate spring setup. You're screwing with preload
27:40 yeah I noticed that to I filled it up 2 times and it goes down to 2 bars in like 10 miles
Did you do the alternator kit to accommodate the extra electrical draw? As for the one way bearing, my dealer got on the phone with the service rep and yes there was a batch of bad bearings that went into about mid production. I was following break in and made it to 30 miles. Since being taken care of no issues and hitting 220 miles.
I haven’t done the alternator kit. I hooked everything up to the bus bar , but the big light bar is on its own relay and to the battery. Glad you bearing issues was resolved. -Garrett
I remember in 2016 looking at YXZ’s and the Internet kept talking about clutch problems. Since then my buddies and I own four YXZ’s that all have high miles and are run very hard and no one has had a clutch issue or even had to replace the clutch. Sometimes you just have to stop looking on the Internet care for your machine the best you can and enjoy it.
Yep for sure! -Garrett
I ride with 3 YXZ’s, 2 sport shifts and a 1000R, in the type of terrain they aren’t supposed to be able to handle. Tighter wooded Appalachian trails. No clutch issues whatsoever. They do have to hit some things harder than I’d feel comfortable on such an expensive machine but they take it fine. The only real issue I see is the radiator clogs with mud way too easily so you have to be careful about overheating. Impressive machines for sure. There are also numerous Polaris atvs and side by sides in my group including 3 RZRs. The keyboard warriors would have you think I’m towing someone back every ride. They’ve all been very dependable buggies. They squeak and rattle more than my Teryx, but they’re a pile of fun and they’ve been dependable units. All brands have strengths and weaknesses but generally if you take care of your machine and do the proper maintenance it should hold up pretty well.
Jason Savage Very well written...I agree! But I don’t do mud with my YXZ! Lol
Dig your Videos keep up the good work
I'm looking into buying a krx 1000 All because I got into it better and it's more of a desert runner then my 2018 Polaris general 2 seater,still plan on keeping my general only because of iv made it more lile the 2020 xp,Bit it is hard to keep up with friends,Its funny everyone will bash something about a New Machine,O own a Turf Mode Blow up LOL I TRULY WOULD SAY ITS ALL ON HOW U TREAT YOUR MACHINE IS HOW YOUR HAVING ISSUES,,,,AND YES How you break YOUR MACHINE IN ( BIG DIFFRENCE. )
I’ve lost ground clearance, over heating down steep hills and have had bolts come out on the wrap
I'll also add that I had huge problems with the fit and finish on some of the Kawasaki accessories-- mainly the headlight guard, taillight guard set, and rear bumper. (I ordered the protection package) Parts were simply welded on crooked and out of position, causing fitment issues and looking generally crappy. The quality control was non- existent! Dealer got replacement parts and they had the exact same issues. Kawasaki has called me and they're supposed to be looking in their warehouse for some good parts and have the dealer attempt to install them. Trust me, this has nothing to do with the installer... it's bad junk Chinese parts. The only tubular steel parts that were ok are the nerf bars and front bumper. All the plastic parts were just fine, with the exception of junky hardware.
My front bumper was great and all the sliders were fine as well. I don’t have the rear and other stuff. The hardware was my complaint just cheap. 👍 -Garrett
I have a feeling its the spring cups hitting the crossover point. Going to back mine off and see if it changes. Ill let you know.
I was thinking something similar at first as well. Let me know 👍 -Garrett
I just purchased a new KRZ 1000 on my first drive the wet clutch went out on me. The dealer swapped for a new one. On my first inspection in the new one I found the rear sway bar was missing the nut. I like the machine, just quite disappointed.
Racing for 45 years.Inspection of off road utv atv you must tighten and check motor suspension safety harness before going out for a weekend ride. Plus all lubs and fluids. Mahalo see you on the trail.
Try running limit straps on front shocks for the noise. Check out [Shock Therapy's] limit strap video. As far as sag after adding accessories/weight, or after time all shocks will sag more. Check out Shock Therapy's video on shock sag or adjusting preload/ride height. Preload/ride height should be adjusted periodically to maintain performance on all side by sides.
Thank you for putting the video together Garrett Good stuff, I had a little vibration I could feel when i engaged the 4x4 the other day, so I went back to 2wd and it would take a lot longer then normal for it to switch, this happened about four times, just before the end of the day I tried one more time and it was back to normal. Has anyone else had this issue? Also a little lithium spray on the seat sliders really improved mine. Also I added a 3/4 little block of wood and a longer bolt to the front seat bracket tipping it back just a bit, much more comfortable for a big guy.
Nice, I’ll try some spray on the rails soon. 👍
-Garrett
I just noticed the noise on my shocks also...... has any noticed the front tires being out of alignment my passenger side looks off pretty bad
Trevor Braden Just got mine yesterday and it’s not even aligned
Saw a video where a guy had the same issue with the doors coming apart and his solution seemed great. He used some neoprene tape and it looked great not sure of durability.
I have actually already installed some. It has held up great and even no issues with the pressure washer. -Garrett
I got my KRX on Halloween of last year. 1300 miles so far. The only issue I've had is a broken knuckle. I should have it back today or tomorrow. Apparently, Kawi now has a revised knuckle. Curious to see the difference. FWIW, my control arms didn't have marks on them from the knuckles, and the knuckle broke while riding at a casual 20 mph on a sandy trail. Didn't even hit anything.
The dealer checked the clutch bolts and they were all tight; they checked the axles and they were in just fine too.
BTW at 1300 miles, my tires are pretty much shot. Yeah there are still lugs, but they're so short now they aren't hooking up nearly as well as when they were new.
So far no issues on mine either 650 miles. I’ll probably go to 33” tires when mine are done.
-Garrett
I’ve been in the sport end of Jeeps since the mid 60’s and the business end since the early 70’s. I’ve had bikes, quads and SXS’s. I always told my customers (it holds true for quads SXS’s ect) when a component breaks (especially under the condition you mentioned) it’s what you put the machine through yesterday, last week last month ect. When the part goes south it’s just the straw that broke the camels back.
I believe my axle is popped out right now. I will see for sure tomorrow. But when I’m driving on the road it will act like it’s slipping and then all of a sudden jerk to one side and feel like it grabs. Also noticed it is only spinning one wheel when in the dirt and you gun it.
I would check that right away but also check the splines on the end first before pushing it back in. 👍
Just add some preload half an inch at a time untill you get new springs. I did that on my canam now i have bandit utv springs. They have not settle at all. Reach out to them see if they are working on a set for your machine. I did and they sent me a set to be there tester and provide feedback.
Ok cool, I’ll check that out. 👍 -Garrett
I'm still waiting on them to come up with something for my XRC!
-Dave
Where do you get your accessories from for the KRX ? Love the setup behind you!
All the lights are from Rhino Lights which we sell on our website. The windshield is Dirt Warriors and we sell those as well. Then everything else came mainly from Rocky Mountain ATV. 👍 -Garrett
My clutch fell off my 2022 krx when it had 400 km . Now I got a terrible rattle at 2000 km on my machine
I will be interested in new upper springs when they start to become available. I believe the lowers are probably going to be heavy enough not to sag, and I think either a longer, or maybe just a heavier upper spring will solve all the problems. Not a suspension expert, but it can't be that hard to solve. As for the knuckle thing, I did what Hesters did, but I only ground an angle on the rear stops. The fronts are not hitting. Waiting for the stay at home mandate to be lifted to take it in to have the rear axles inspected. No problems with them in 150 miles, but might as well have them checked and documented since I received the notice. I also followed the Kawasaki recommended break in and have no one way bearing issues.
Stay safe everyone.
Yep, I’m thinking I should probably take it in as well for the axles, just so they can document it.
-Garrett
I completely agree. The upper preload springs are weak. The lower springs seem to be ok and may never have any issues. The problem I have is they is and always has been issues on many other machines for years. Especially the Polaris are Rzr XP’s. This is why the aftermarket companies Capitalize on building tender springs. Because factory can seem to get it right !
A soft enough secondary spring to give a compliant ride is naturally going to sag. It is just a cheap maintenance item. It's a $20000 dollar race golf cart, they will always need a steady maintenance schedule
Yes I have that shock knock also
Also I will be honest mine has 67 miles on it and hasn’t been broken in properly and the only thing that has been wrong is that the coolant hose in the rear and was leaking but other than that it’s amazing
Let us know how it does over time and after you put more miles on it. 👍 -Garrett
I'm all about Kawi this KRX is our 3rd Kawi sxs never a prob bought it in Nov Duff Shelley installed full cab, heater wiper ,alt bumpers we waited till Christmas Eve for back ordered parts now it's at 574 miles & we go alone near 80 miles out west of Wasatch Everytime 65 mph down gravel rds even in 4x4 no issues only one time belt temp hit 3 bars on the paved hwy after 10 miles up hills had to back out of it
Yeah I’m running 600 miles no issues as well. Only seen my belt temp at one bar. -Garrett
@@DerangedOffRoad
I'm with you Garrett dealer did the clutch bolt & axle check before we got it we pushed it hard 65+ for 10 miles when it went from 2 bars to three I slowed 1/2 throttle - it cooled off Eureka to Vernon UT we like the plush ride better than the 2014 T 4 LE
I do as well, just so much more comfortable to drive all day then my T4.
@@DerangedOffRoad
Sure appreciate your channel I post you tube I'm not signed up to make anything just for posting Teryxforums
All good, thanks for watching 👍 -Garrett
Would be cool to see the mav sport xrc krx and talon from the guys on the channel to do a side by side race
Stay tuned.....
Shock Therapy now has a Sweet alternative to the the stock springs for the KRX. 💰
Yup, Garrett is running their full RIS system on his KRX
Mine makes the noise as well and the weird thing is, is that my 2013 bruteforce 750 did the same exact thing i thought it was the slop in the drive train and i have had both since new never had an issue just annoying
Exactly it’s not changing anything with the performance but just annoying. 👍-Garrett
Just picked up the new 2023 krx special edition, was wonding y they rev so high! Is that normal ? Good thing I got the sound System cuz those revs get high … even tho I haven’t went past 1/2 throttle ! Any feed back would be greatly appreciated!
Yes totally normal. At 40-50 you’ll be running 7k+ rpm
Did you ever see a broken frame at the shock mount
I like that windshield on your machine. What brand is it? I can’t seem to find it on the net! Thanks...
We sell them on our website
www.Derangedoffroad.com
I'm perplexed what this issue is. Checked oil and made sure I was in high. Even the plastic above the exhaust pipe got super hot. Smoke coming out the tailpipe. I just brought him today. NOT HAPPY
Cvt transmission. You’re not going to experience gear changes like a motorcycle. All new machines smoke a bit when brand new. There’s a lot of oil on and inside the exhaust. It’s the new burning off. Go put 10 miles and re-evaluate
Spring sag. Happens to all shocks adjust them. It won’t change how the shocks preform. Check out shock therapy’s videos
Yep that’s the plan for me!
The banging noise up front sounds to me like the plastics are loose. And when I hear it my front fenders also move. I have 800 miles on my KRX and have heard since day one. But only on hard hit bumps or whoops
It’s the front shocks. You can actually buy some silent rings for around $25 to help. -Garrett
How would you rate the KRX with the Polaris Maverick Sport X XC 1000R or the X3's. I haven't drive either but have read (from Shock Therapy) that the suspension on the KRX is far better than other brands from factory. Also wondered if you think a bump seat would be possible addition and also whether it is possible to tilt the seats back a little, raising the front. Perhaps with a spacer block under the front. I like to 'recline' a little.
The KRX and Maverick Sport are definitely in different classes when it comes to suspension. The KRX is setup with a trailing arm suspension in the back where the Maverick Sport is setup with a arms front and back. The KRX gives a better ride than the sport. The x3 is now similar to the KRX. From my experience the KRX rides the smoothest from the factory.
I've yet to see any body install a bump seat, and I think you could do the spacer in the front. If you like the reclined feeling you'll like the seating position of the X3.
@@DerangedOffRoad Bumper seat would be for my dog..lol. He love to ride as well.
9:40 Kawi covered it because the guy is known to get online and talk trash if it wasn't covered. The tire wheel combo weighed 176 on our scale and thats after it leaked out water for a few days while we waited for parts. Add to that sticky compound 35s 🤦♂️
Yep I know the whole story as well and saw the machine at the dealer. I don’t understand what outcome you think your going to have with that setup. -Garrett
I am pretty positive that the KRX has the biggest axles compared to any one
🏆🏆🏆👍🙏
Thank you for sharing
My KRX has developed a lot of squeaking in the suspension. Front and rear. I called the dealer. They had no suggestions. Basically, life with it...... To me, the squeaking detracts from the riding experience. Like the shock knock Garrett mentioned. Does anyone have thoughts, ideas, or a possible solution for this?
Yes my guess it’s the bushings. Brute performance has replacement bushing and you add a grease fitting as well. I have heard that they’re junk from the beginning. Mine haven’t done that yet. -Garrett
@@DerangedOffRoad It saw a fair amount of mud through the winter and multiple washings. That seems to be what triggered the squeaking. Thank you for the advice.
That’s probably it.
I'll add a comment on your issue with the finish. Your Teryx 4 is painted. Your KRX has white plastic. The plastic scratches really easy. The paint is a lot harder and resist scratches. My 14 Teryx 2 has blue plastic and looks good but I keep it waxed to minimize scratches. I waxed it and did a ceramic coat on my KRX as soon as I got it home. The first time cleaning it was very easy.
Nice thanks for the input! -Garrett
Yes Jim. can you tell me more about the ceramic coat you put on sounds like a good idea. Thank you
@@robertshuttleworth2915 I use F-11 top coat and maintain it with Mother's CMX. I use it on all my cars, motorcycle and boats. It makes cleanup a breeze. On the UTVs I spray it on everything I can reach.
@@jimvalentine3444 I'm going to give it a try on my raider, boat and the krx, thanks Jim
Sounds like an awesome machine and not everyone is having issues. I like the poll at the end and yours isn’t having issues either. I say Kawasaki did well for a first time machine.
Shock knock ive found that its the little softer spring maxing out on top of the stiffer sprung big one on bottom of shock
Yep Sport's gauge has a similar issue. I don't think it's as bad, but it is drastically impacted by the vehicle not being level.
Probably a common problem in most, just annoying but not really a big deal. 👍 -Garrett
Great video...As far as issues go not many to talk about ....I did receive a recall notice from Kawasaki regarding my axles not being installed correctly I need to make an appointment with my local dealer for a fix
Like I said at the end I’m in the same boat no issues at all with the items I discussed, but the seat gliders and some fit and finish stuff. I received the same letter as well, but still have had no issues with the axles. 👍 -Garrett
Do you have to run a throttle max on the krx
No and I don’t feel like I need to on this machine. -Garrett
I have a 2021 krx. I have three issues or more
Doors fit and finish
Gas gauge something is wrong
Banging of shocks in front
Gas gauge is everyone’s problem, doors yes fit and finish are not great. Banging shocks move the cross rings up like an inch or so and it will go away. -Garrett
I really wanted to purchase a KRX. I am not to sure after your video! Would you re purchase the KRX?
Yep at the end of my vid I talked about that and I have not had any of these main issues on mine. For a first time machine it’s great. -Garrett
Every SXS I have had I break them in how I wanna drive them and they always perform amazing
I have the service code on mine where or how can I know what it is without taking it in shop and getting over charged
If it’s just a check engine or a general service code you will need to hook it up to a computer.
has anyone have a fix for the2021 model jumping out of gear in high decending down hill with it holding back kawaski cant find a fix please help
I have not heard of that issue. -Garrett
Also I’ve noticed that the rear shocks move side to side this is the first time that I’ve bought a bike with fox shocks so I would love to know
Yes some movement is normal
24:40 btw if you just spray wd40 on the and inside them they move flawless
FRONT END NOISE pretty sure its the spring popping on the spring seat kind of a poop/boing noise. very annoying thoughts?
Yeah, probably is and I have had some great feedback on how to fix it in the comments. I’m going to try that and see what happens. 👍
-Garrett
@@DerangedOffRoad yeah I read the comments, not sure what they are adjusting, that would make the noise better hopefully you will make a video hint hint… Ive only had mine for 36 miles, so still breaking in, but the only complaint I have is me steering wheel was way off center, took it off ad adjusted 1 spline, still not centered and if I go another spline it'll be off center the other direction. that is kinda sad. but is what it is
Sorry I should have said Facebook. Here you go from those comments.
Simple adjustment to the crossover rings.
Turn them up 2 inches.
All that’s gone.
Takes 5 mins per shock
Clean shocks.
Get hammer and large screwdriver.
Tap CROSSOVER rings loose and screw/Raise them up 2 inches.
Tighten them again
Ride to test.
Repeat if necessary.
I fixed my seat sliders by bending them so they were tighter around the slide. This eliminate the free play. Just tap them with a hammer and they close up easy
I went with new seats and they came with awesome slides. Good tip on the stock sliders. -Garrett
I just severed my drive shaft right before it enters the front U joint. Was driving up a dune, went through a small whoop and lost power on my front end. Looks like a clean break in the propeller. Has anyone else experienced this? I would expect the Ujoint or carrier barring to break before the actual drive shaft.
Yes I have seen this happen on a couple of post.
Have they fixed any of these issues on the 2021?
The knuckles have been redesigned for 2021. Really everything else hasn’t been that big of an issue.
Hi I can not find video of hester motorsports grindging on KRX 1000 Knuckles can you send me link PLEASE Thx Kenny
For some reason I can’t find a link that works as well now.
@@DerangedOffRoad Damm I am going to PA Majestic trails and want to make sure mi e do not break while I am there for 10 days
Do you have a picture
I have found on my own machine and a new one sitting in the show room that the spring pack sticks on the shocks. You can grab the springs and you will find some will pop down about 1/8 -1/4 inch which could be causing the shock noise
Interesting, will check that out. -Garrett
What is the shock knock your talking about? Is it on full droop
Not even full, it was on the front mainly going through the whoops.
@@DerangedOffRoad ok because I know when you get suspension done and they speed up the rebound for better ground following you will get a top out clunk that you can feel in the chassis. Putting on limit straps will get rid of the top out clunk. Maybe Kawasaki already has fast rebound for more control from factory and that's what you're hearing. Just a thought.
I just took my brand new KRX around the block. I noticed it wasn't changing gears and got super hot. By the time I got it home it smelled like something was burning up and it was smoking. Any ideas?
It won’t change gears because it has a belt. Also the exhaust will burn crap off for awhile and smoke/ smell bad.
What about the RPMs? They were running super high and staying high
It got super hot. The plastic above the exhaust was extremely hot is that normal?
All of that sounds normal to be. Rpms will stay consistent at whatever position you have the the throttle at. If you’re going 40-60 mph, they’ll be high and it’ll be loud.
Ok copy. Appreciate you help bro.
I have issues with the KRX coming out of gear on hard decel in high gear. I lost ALL engine braking on a steep decent and almost lost control. It turns out it is the shift cable.
Only 200 miles and less than a month old. Shifter cable is mis-adjusted from the factory - very dangerous situation
Wow, not good if coming off a mountain slope or something.
Sometimes to wait for a year get the problems out
I think most aren’t having to many issues like myself. 👍 -Garrett
I'm looking to buy one I hope I'm not running into problem after problem
Almost 700 miles no issues on mine. 👍
-Garrett
question , has Kawasaki addressed any of these top issues now that it is Oct 2020?
Yes 2021 models have new designed knuckles and they’re replacing People’s 2020 ones now. The axles issue is fixed and one way bearing issues seemed to be handled. 👍
@@DerangedOffRoad ,. How's cabin heat, lot of the sxs"s you get pretty warm in the cabin, from engine heat.
@@charlespalmer5807 yes the KRX gets hot when it’s above 90 which is why you need vents in the windshield.
KRX 1000 IS WICKED!!! Remember these are not your typical SxS's these lean toward crawling and chatter trails. I broke in on manual before jumping into agressive crawling My buddies and i crawl alot (I am an aggressive crawler) and let me tell you there is so much i can do in the KRX 1000 that most of my buddies had to spend thousands of dollars on there hondas and yamahas just to keep up with me. I am actually selling my other SxS's and will be purchasing another KRX 1000, or two lol. I am also looking into the turbo kit that is available for these bad boys. These perform very well as they are, add your light bars and audio or whatever you like but there is no need to throw on massive tires, yes it looks great but as far as performance goes there is no need. Most of you are average intermediate recreational drivers and the KRX 1000 is very well built so enjoy it
Jalous of your garage floor👌
One way bearing? Symptoms? Noises? I'm curious now.
Look it up on Facebook seems to be a issue for many. I haven’t had one issue though with it. 👍 -Garrett
Man don’t tell me all this I’m getting a new krx next week I didn’t go with Polaris cause there cheaply made I never had a issue with mine decided to switch to Kawasaki and reading the comments makes me worried now I’m still getting the krx but I’m switching cause I want reliability and I like how the krx is built like a tank
Like I said in the vid these are other people’s issues on social media. Mine is at 633 miles no issues. Also if you look at the survey I posted in the vid most people haven’t had any issues. It has been way better then the XP 1000 I had. 👍
-Garrett
Deranged Off-Road just bought mine today so far I like it wish it had park instead along with emergency brake man it’s big there isn’t no local parks around to ride it so gonna drive 2 hrs away say and break it in at Royal blue Atv park in Tennessee
Let’s us know how it holds up 👍 -Garrett
Deranged Off-Road 👍🏻 I will but As long as I’ve wanted one and as much as it cost gonna be hard for me to get out and be hard on it take care man and keep the krx videos coming
When the one bar starts flashing you have 3 gallons of fuel and approximately 40 miles to empty so when it's flashing start looking for gas
Did kawasaki fix the 4 wheel drive , were the 4 wheel drive will engage at the flip of the switch,
All you do is turn the switch and it locks in. I haven’t had one issue with it so far. -Garrett
I bought a 2021 limited at RMATV in st george, 4 days ago, i live in mesquite, i think my one way bearing went on friday at 16 miles! go over there tomorrow and check it out?
Dang not good!
@@DerangedOffRoad you tell me, to get home i had to start in low, if you stop it kills it? all looked good under the cover, the clutch is locked up, is that the 1wb?
wet clutch
Yes I believe that the bearing is locking it up.
Hi, mine is a Krx4 eS same knock, any solutions?
On front suspension
Yeah take the front cross over rings and move them slowly 1/4” at a time. After a couple of adjustments it should go away. You just don’t want to move them up to high but that is what’s causing the knock.
@@DerangedOffRoad Any tutorial on how to do this?
19:35 yeah they strip out very very easy even by hand so they really gotta fix that
Completely!
Mine also is vapor locking!!!
That's a new one we haven't heard about yet. Keep us posted on that.
-Dave
Who sells a quality bolt kit for these. ?
What do you mean about a bolt kit?
My 2021 krx 1000 has the "shock knock" no idea what it is, everything seems tight....
It's the spring divider hitting the crossover ring transfering the load from the tender spring to the main spring. Totally normal.
@@DerangedOffRoad Woo Hoo!!! an answer that makes sense!!! Thank You!!! I'll quit worrying...
Yes don’t worry at all about it. 👍
I don't think anybody makes a quality product anymore. Be it Honda, etc.. I think they all collude together and just produce crap knowing people will take what they get because they don't have a choice.
Did you have an comments on the wiring harness
What wiring are you referring to?
Between the frame and the skid plate. Mine was kinked and broken. Dealership spliced it together. Caused lots of issues.
@@chrisfrohnhofer2965 I see, no we had zero issues on the two seater and the four looks good as well. I have not heard about that issue either from others.
There’s so many issues with mine that I believe there was a problem at the factory on the assembly line. The frame where the front shock mounts at the top on the drivers side broke. I also have weld that ran down the frame. Bots don’t do that. I have pics if you would like to see them and comment on. Just send me an email or number.
Thank you for your response.
Mine broke at the top mount