E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000×
Linhai Rustler 260 XL×
KAYO AYAY 70×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
999 / 61.0
257cc / 15.68
70 / 4.3
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 999 / 61.0 ✓ | 257cc / 15.68 | 70 / 4.3 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | Yes | – | No |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | – | No |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | – | No |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Headlights | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Lighting | Halogen | – | Halogen |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Light | – | Light |
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| Speedometer | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Service Reminder | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | – | Gauge |
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| Clock | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Body Material | Plastic | – | Plastic |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | – | No |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 680 / 1500 ✓ | 200 / Unknown | – |
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| Rear Hitch | Receiver | – | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | – | No |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | – | One-Piece |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | – | Vinyl |
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| Seat Location | Driver Passenger | – | Driver |
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| Number Of Seats | 4 ✓ | – | 1 |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 920 / 36.2 | 863 / 33.97 | 650 / 25.6 ✓ |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (l) | 9.46 | – | 9.46 |
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| Storage Capacity (gal) | 2.5 | – | 2.5 |
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| Storage Capacity (Cu. ft) | 0.33 | – | 0.33 |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Trip Computer | Standard | – | No |
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| Storage |
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| Rear Storage Well | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Brush Guard | No | – | No |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | – | Driver |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 36 / Unknown ✓ | – |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 18 / Unknown ✓ | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Number Of Speeds | – | 2 ✓ | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | – | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Lubrication | – | Wet sump | – |
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| Engine Detail | – | 257 cc, 4-stroke, Liquid-cooled ✓ | – |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | 12-month limited warranty | – | 12-month limited warranty |
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| Parent Company | Yamaha | – | KAYO |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 ✓ | – | 6 |
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| Manufacturer Country | Japan | – | China |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | EPS | – | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Snorkel Air Intake | Standard | – | No |
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| CV Boot Cover | No | – | No |
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| Shock Cover | No | – | No |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | Yes | – | No |
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| Light Guard | No | – | No |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | – | No |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | – | No |
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| Front Fender | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Frame | Steel | – | Steel |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | Standard | – | No |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes | – | No |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Instumentation | – | Gauge Type - Instrument Panel. Warning Lights - High temperature. High Beam Indicator - Standard. Fuel gauge - Mechanical (Optional) | – |
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| Storage |
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| Front Storage Well | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rear Rack | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | Standard | No |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes | – | No |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 305 / 12.0 ✓ | – | 140 / 5.5 |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | – | No |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | No | – | No |
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| Suspension Rear | Independent double wishbone with anti-sway bar | Adjustable single shock - swing arm | Swingarm with single shock coil spring oil damped |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes | – | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | – | No |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 305 / 12.0 ✓ | – | 140 / 5.5 |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | Yes | – | Yes |
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| Front Suspension | Independent double wishbone with anti-sway bar | Macferson struts | Independent double A-arm coil spring oil damped |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Dual hydraulic disc brakes | Hydraulic disc | Drum brake |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 3000 / 118.1 | 2096 / 82.52 | 1405 / 55.3 ✓ |
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| Brakes |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 245 / 9.6 ✓ | – | – |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | CDI Electronic | Electric | CDI Electronic |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | – | Petrol |
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| Fuel System | EFI | 30 mm CVK ✓ | Carburetor |
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| Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | – | 9.4:1 |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.62in. x 2.95in. | – | 1.85in. x 1.63in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 92.0mm x 75.0mm | – | 47.0mm x 41.4mm |
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| Engine Cylinders | V-Twin | single-cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled with Fan | Air-cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | four-stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Total Valves | 8 ✓ | – | 2 |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-valves ✓ | – | 2-valves |
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| Engine Valves | DOHC | – | SOHC |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Front | Dual hydraulic disc brakes | Hydraulic disc | Drum brakes |
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| Storage |
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| Fender Storage Location | Front | – | Front |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1524 / 60.0 | 1170 / 46.06 | 900 / 35.4 ✓ |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 305 / 12.0 ✓ | 183 / 7.20 | 140 / 5.5 |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Front Rack | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 35.0 / 9.2 | 14.2 / 3.75 | 2.0 / 0.5 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | – | No |
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| Rim Material | Steel | – | Steel |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 14 ✓ | – | 8 |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | – | 7 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 30 ✓ | – | 19 |
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| Tires Rear | 30 x 10-14 ✓ | 24 x 11-10 Excavators | AT19 x 7-8 |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 14 ✓ | – | 8 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 10 | – | 7 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 30 ✓ | – | 19 |
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| Tires Front | 30 x 10-14 ✓ | 24 x 8-12 Excavators | AT19 x 7-8 |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1905 / 75.0 | – | 708 / 27.9 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tube / Tubeless | Tubeless | – | Tubed |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | – | No |
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| Diff Lock Location | Front | – | NULL |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | On-Command | – | NULL |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | – | NULL |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | – | Chain |
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| Drive line Modes | 2WD 4WD Lock | – | 2WD |
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| Final Drive | Shaft | Drive Shaft | Chain |
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| Transmission Make | Yamaha | – | KAYO |
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| Transmission | Ultramatic V-belt with all-wheel engine braking H L N R P | High Range / Low Range / Neutral / Reverse Automatic CVT | Automatic V-belt with centrifugal clutch |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 610 / 1345 | 280 / 617 | 82 / 180 ✓ |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1981 / 78.0 | 1265 / 49.80 | 925 / 36.4 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tire Make | Maxxis | Excavator | Dunlop |
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| Colours |
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| Colors | – | Blue, Black, Red, Dark Green, Silver, Yellow | – |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (999cc)
- Highest rated towing capacity (680kg)
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2025 KAYO AYAY 70
✓ Pros
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2025 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000
- Heavier than the 2025 KAYO AYAY 70
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Lower seat height — more accessible for shorter riders
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2025 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000
Comparing 2025 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 vs 2006 Linhai Rustler 260 XL vs 2025 KAYO AYAY 70 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2025 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 has the largest displacement at 999cc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road work.
Which quad is the lightest?
The 2025 KAYO AYAY 70 is the lightest at 82kg (dry weight). A lighter quad is easier to manoeuvre on trails and simpler to recover if stuck.
Which is best for farm work and towing?
For heavy farm use the 2025 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 has the highest towing capacity at 680kg. For general farm duties any quad with 4WD and a towing rating above 400kg is suitable for light implements, spray rigs and game-reserve work.
Which has the better suspension?
Independent front suspension (A-Arm or IFS) absorbs bumps better than solid-axle designs and improves handling on uneven terrain. Check the Suspension category in the full table above to compare front and rear travel for each model.
Which is the easiest to ride?
CVT automatic transmission is easiest for beginners — there is no gear-changing or clutch to manage. A lower seat height also makes a quad more accessible for shorter riders. Check the Transmission and Seat Height rows in the table above.
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