E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Suzuki KingQuad 400FS×
Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX×
Can-Am DS 90×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
376 / 22.94
493cc / 30.08
89.5 / 5.46
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | 4-stroke, OHC | SOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 336.6 / 742 | 113 / 250 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | – | No | No |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | – | Yes | No |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | – | Standard | – |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | – | 0.66 | 0.37 |
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| Engine Braking | – | Engine Braking System | – |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Suzuki | Arctic Cat | Can-Am™ |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 | 10 |
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| Manufacturer Country | Japan | USA | Canada |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | – | No |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Lighting |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No | No |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission Make | – | Duramatic | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Brush Guard | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver | Driver |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel | Steel |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | No | No |
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| CV Boot Cover | No | Yes | No |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | – | Belt | Belt |
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| Diff Lock Location | – | Front | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | – | 6.5 | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Cargo Bed Material | – | Polyethylene | – |
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| Cargo Bed Tilt | – | Yes | – |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | – | No | No |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Kill Switch Tether Cord | – | – | Standard |
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| Speed Governor | – | – | Yes |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | – | – | Steel |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | – | Yes | No |
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| Suspension |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | – | – | No |
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| Storage |
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| Front Storage Well | – | – | Standard |
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| Lighting |
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| Other Lights | – | – | Standard |
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| Comfort |
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| Adjustable Throttle | – | – | Standard |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Hand Guards | – | – | No |
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| Handlebar Pads | – | – | Standard |
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| Light Guard | – | – | No |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | – | – | Chain |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Light | – | – |
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| Hour Meter | – | Standard | – |
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| Clock | – | Standard | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | – | 8 ✓ | – |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 45 / 100 ✓ | – |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 136 / 300 ✓ | – |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 45.4 / 100 | – |
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| Tool Bag Mount | – | Standard | – |
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| Fender Storage Location | – | Rear | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Fuel Level Warning | – | Standard | – |
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| Storage |
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| Glove Box / Dashboard Storage | – | Standard | – |
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| Seats |
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| Backrest Type | – | Fixed | – |
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| Lumbar Adjustment | – | No | – |
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| Towing |
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| Tow Hook | – | Standard | – |
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| Rear Hitch | – | Receiver | – |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 476 / 1050 ✓ | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Digital Instrumentation | – | Standard | – |
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| Seats |
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| Backrest Location | – | Driver | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Speedometer | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | – | – |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Brakes |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 190 / 7.5 ✓ | – | – |
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| Brakes Rear | Drum | Hydraulic Disc | Drum |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Suspension | Independent, double wishbone, coil spring, oil-damped | Double a-arm; 10 in. travel ✓ | Independent A-Arm |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 170 / 6.7 | 254 / 10 ✓ | 86 / 3.4 |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | No | Yes | No |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | No |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Front | Disc brake, twin | Hydraulic Disc | Dual Drum |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Swingarm-type, coil spring, oil-damped | Double a-arm; 10 in. travel ✓ | Swing Arm |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 170 / 6.7 | 254 / 10 ✓ | 160 / 6.3 |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | No |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | No | Yes | No |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 | 2 | 1 |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2060 / 81.1 | 2489 / 98.0 | 1518 / 59.76 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1146 / 45.1 | 1207 / 47.5 | 905 / 35.6 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | No | Yes | No |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1219 / 48 | 1251 / 49.25 | 935 / 36.8 ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electronic ignition (CDI) | Electric / Pull | Electric / Kick |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 376 / 22.94 | 493cc / 30.08 ✓ | 89.5 / 5.46 |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | SOHC | SOHC |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-valves | 4-Valve | 2-valves |
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| Total Valves | 4 | 4 | 2 |
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| Engine Type | 4-stroke | 4-Stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Engine Cooling | Air-cooled with SACS | Liquid-Cooled with fan | Air |
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| Lubrication | Wet sump | – | – |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.23in. x 2.81in. | 3.45in. x 3.23in. | 1.95in. x 1.89in. |
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| Compression Ratio | 9:1 ✓ | – | – |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | Carburetor | Carburetor |
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| Fuel System Brand | Keihin | Keihin | Keihin |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 32 | 36 ✓ | – |
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| Carborator Count | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 3.2mm x 2.8in.(82mm x 71.2mm) | 87.5mm x 82mm | 49.5mm x 48mm |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Bumper | – | – | Standard |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 249 / 9.8 ✓ | 304.8 / 12 | 211 / 8.3 |
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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | 615 / 279 ✓ | – | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | Yes | No | Yes |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 16 / 4.2 | 21 / 5.5 ✓ | 6 / 1.6 |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Front Rack | Standard | – | – |
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| Rear Rack | Standard | – | – |
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| Storage |
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| Underseat Storage | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Cu. ft) | 0.53 | – | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Steel | Steel |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (gal) | 4 ✓ | – | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 841 / 33.1 | – | 686 / 27 ✓ |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver | Driver |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No | No |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (l) | 15.14 | – | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1270 / 50 | 1473.2 / 58 | 1000 / 39 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 | 8 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 25 | 25 | 18 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission | Manual / Automatic Clutch | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Final Drive | Shaft 4x4 | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 | 4X2 |
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| Drive line Modes | 2 | 2 | 1 |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | Shaft | – |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | Front | – | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 ✓ | 11 | 9.5 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Number Of Speeds | 5 ✓ | – | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tire Make | Maxxis | Carlisle Badlands | Duro |
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| Tires Front | AT 25 x 8-12 tubeless | 25 x 8-12 | Duro Thraser 19 x 7 - 8 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 25 | 25 | 19 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 8 | 7 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 | 8 |
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| Tires Rear | AT 25 x 10-12 tubeless | 25 x 11-12 | Duro Power Trail 18 x 9.5 - 8 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Shock Cover | – | – | No |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
- 4WD capable — better traction in mud, sand and steep terrain
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2006 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (493cccc)
- Highest rated towing capacity (476kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2020 Can-Am DS 90
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
- Lower seat height — more accessible for shorter riders
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2006 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
Comparing 2010 Suzuki KingQuad 400FS vs 2006 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX vs 2020 Can-Am DS 90 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2006 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX has the largest displacement at 493cccc, 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 2020 Can-Am DS 90 is the lightest at 113kg (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 2006 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic TBX has the highest towing capacity at 476kg. 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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