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Kawasaki
Brute Force Power and Plushness
Buyers seeking a middleweight workhorse
ATV that also offers a comfortable and
refined ride should look no further than
the 2011 Kawasaki Brute Force® 650
4x4i. Its combination of independent front
and rear suspension and V-twin power means
it can easily handle both outdoor chores
and a fun trail rides. All this is available
in a surprisingly economical package.
The Brute Force’s 90-degree V-twin
puts out ample low-to-mid range torque
and high rpm power, perfect to meet challenges
presented by adventure enthusiasts and
outdoor sportsmen. Power is transferred
from the engine to the wheels through
a fully automatic, dual range continuously
variable transmission (CVT). With low
and high forward, neutral and reverse
gears, this dependable transmission provides
excellent control for both low- and high-speed
work or recreational riding.
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Differential controls are located
on the left side of the handlebars
with a simple lever to engage and
control the front diff |
Two- or four-wheel drive is selectable
by simply pressing a handlebar-mounted
button. In four-wheel drive mode, the
rider can manage the amount of power to
both front wheels with Kawasaki’s
Variable Front Differential Control by
pulling a small control lever on the left
handlebar. This is a definite advantage
for traversing deep mud, slippery uphill
trails or large objects such as logs or
rocks.
Prudent use of aluminum in the construction
of the front exhaust pipe cover, two-piece
center exhaust pipe cover, and the muffler
cover helps keep the weight down. Other
features designed to enhance the Brute
Force 650 4x4i’s power-to-weight
ratio include drilled transmission gears
to lower their overall weight.
An optimized caster angle for the front
A-arms provides both light and responsive
steering and excellent ground-following
abilities. The 650 4x4i shock absorber
spring rates and initial preload settings
for both front and rear are set to deliver
excellent ride comfort. Further ride enhancement
comes from the plush urethane seat foam.
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Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4x4i front
& rear suspension does all the
leg work when it comes to soaking
up the big hits & keeping you
planted to the ground during agressive
trail rides or doing chores around
the ranch or home |
Like its Kawasaki IRS-equipped brethren,
the rugged, take-on-anything styling of
the Brute Force 650 4x4i will both attract
onlookers and satisfy owners. It shares
front/rear racks, skid plate and head
light cover with its larger sibling. Designed
for easily manhandling the Brute Force
when the need arises, the 650 4x4i sports
a steel front bumper.
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Full-size
floor-boards will keep your feet
safe and stable during agressive
trail rides & simple work around
the property |
Stopping the 650 4x4i is a combination
of dual 200mm front discs and Kawasaki’s
sealed, oil-bathed, multi-disc rear brake
system. As an integrated part of the shaft
drive, the enclosed rear braking system
is sealed in the aluminum swingarm where
it operates in an oil bath. This protects
the brake pads from mud, dust and debris,
and is virtually maintenance-free.
Enhancing the high-performance brakes
is the Kawasaki Engine Brake Control system,
which electronically monitors ground speed
and uses the engine’s compression
to help slow the Brute Force 650 4x4i
under certain conditions.
The able ATV can pull a hefty 1,250 pounds,
and it can carry a combined 264 pounds
on its front and rear racks. Owners can
expand the versatility of their Brute
Force 650 4x4i via the extensive line
of Authentic Kawasaki Accessories, available
through Kawasaki dealers.
As with all off-highway vehicle recreation,
Kawasaki encourages ATV riders to ride
responsibly and to respect the environment.
Kawasaki will pay first-time buyers of
a new Kawasaki ATV $100 for completing
an ATV rider safety course conducted by
the ATV Safety Institute (ASI). Interested
consumers can call ASI toll-free at 800-887-2887.
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