When Suzuki re-introduced
the KingQuad brand name with the 2005
KingQuad 700, it did so with a machine
that brought the complete package of features
and performance to the upper reaches of
the utility-quad class. For 2008 Suzuki
takes that award-winning concept and makes
it stronger, and faster, and an even better
overall utility-quad package. Introducing
the 2008 Suzuki KingQuad 750 AXi 4x4.
By increasing cylinder bore to 104mm,
Suzuki ups the displacement of the 2008
KingQuad flagship from 695cm3 to 722cm3.
The existing strengths of the engine remain.
It’s a liquid-cooled, dual-overhead-cam,
four-valve four-stroke engine that is
canted forward 48 degrees for optimum
placement within the chassis. The engine
is fed by Suzuki fuel injection, industry-leading
technology that has helped Suzuki earn
multiple championships in motorcycle roadracing
as well as the 2006 ATV championship in
the World Powersports Association Pro
ATV class. This fuel-injection system
improves throttle response and fuel efficiency,
while delivering power consistently and
improving starting.
Combining the new larger cylinder with
the performance of Suzuki fuel injection
will deliver even stronger power and torque
throughout the power curve. Most improved
is the torque delivery from low- to mid-range.
Riders will feel the power pull on the
top end as high-rpm horsepower is increased
as well.
To increase durability and ease maintenance,
the 2008 KingQuad 750 uses a new air filter
with both paper and foam elements. The
paper filter element delivers the finest
filtration performance, and the foam outer
element can easily be cleaned and re-used.
This lengthens the interval between necessary
changes of the paper filter, and maintains
the top-notch filtration of the entire
system.
The KingQuad uses an rpm limiter for
maximum control while operating in reverse,
and for 2008 the rpm limit has been increased
to 7000 rpm. This will give riders more
power when operating in low-traction conditions.
To handle the increased engine power
and torque, Suzuki engineers beefed up
the drivetrain. Several essential components
around the driveshaft have been strengthened
to increase their rigidity, making them
better suited to the more powerful engine.
The single-cylinder engine uses two balancer
shafts to keep the powerful ride smooth.
The engine is secured with rubber mounts.
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