E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
2 of 3 selected:
Yamaha Kodiak 700×
Kawasaki KFX 50×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
686 / 41.86
49.5 cc / 3
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 686 / 41.86 ✓ | 49.5 cc / 3 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Foot Peg Location | Driver | – |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver |
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| CV Boot Cover | Yes | No |
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| Brush Guard | Yes | No |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | Yes | No |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | – |
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| Headlights | Standard | – |
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| Lighting | Halogen | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Light | – |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | – |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | – |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 599.7 / 1322 | – |
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| Rear Hitch | Receiver | – |
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| Tow Hook | Standard | – |
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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 | Driver |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | No |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Handlebar Pads | – | Standard |
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| Comfort |
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| Adjustable Throttle | – | Standard |
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| Colours |
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| Colors | – | Lime Green, Bright White |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Number Of Speeds | – | 1 ✓ |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | – | Chain |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 105.2 / 232 |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | – | No |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | – | 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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| Carburetor Size MM | – | 16 ✓ |
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| Fuel System Brand | – | Keihin |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | – | 0.21 |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 861 / 33.9 ✓ | – |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Total Valves | – | 2 ✓ |
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| Engine Detail | – | 49.5cc, Air-cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Yamaha | Kawasaki |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 ✓ | 6 |
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| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | 10.5 | – |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Shock Cover | No | No |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes | No |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | No | – |
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| Power Outlet | Standard | – |
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| Light Guard | No | No |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Valve Configuration | – | 2-valves ✓ |
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| Storage |
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| Glove Box / Dashboard Storage | Standard | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 49.9 / 110 | – |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 18.2 / 4.8 | 5.68 / 1.5 |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 231 / 9.1 ✓ | 73.7 / 2.9 |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | – |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Steel | Steel |
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| Suspension Rear | Independent Double Wishbone | Swingarm with single shock absorber with 2.9 in. travel |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | No | No |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 193 / 7.6 ✓ | 71.1 / 2.8 |
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| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Single A-arm with twin shock absorbers with 2.8 in. travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Sealed Oil Bath Multi-Disc | Hydraulic disc |
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| Brakes Front | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Dual mechanical drums |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | No | Yes |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | No | No |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Kill Switch Tether Cord | Standard | Standard |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Fuel Injector Size MM | 44 ✓ | – |
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| Carborator Count | 0 | 1 ✓ |
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| Fuel System | Fuel Injected | Keihin PTE 16 ✓ |
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| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 4.02in. x 3.31in. | 1.54in. x 1.63 in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 102mm x 84mm ✓ | 39.0mm x 41.4mm |
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| Engine Braking | Standard | – |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | single cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid | Air-cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke ✓ | four-stroke |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | SOHC |
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| Ignition | Electric | Solid state CDI |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Bumper | – | Standard |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 ✓ | 1 |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2070 / 81.48 | 1360 / 55.1 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | Yes |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Steel |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 12 ✓ | 7 |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 8 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | 16 |
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| Tires Rear | Maxxis AT25 x 10 - 12 ✓ | AT16x8-7 tubeless |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 ✓ | 7 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 8 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | 16 |
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| Tires Front | Maxxis AT25 x 8 - 12 ✓ | AT16x8-7 tubeless |
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| Tube / Tubeless | Tubeless | Tubeless |
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| Tire Make | Maxxis | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | No |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | Front | – |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | – |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | Belt |
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| Drive line Modes | 2 ✓ | 1 |
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| Final Drive | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 ✓ | Chain |
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| Transmission Make | UltraMatic | – |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Continuously Variable Automatic |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | 664 / 301.2 ✓ | – |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1250 / 49.2 ✓ | 965.2 / 38 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 287 / 11.3 ✓ | 134.6 / 5.3 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1240 / 48.8 ✓ | – |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1181 / 46.5 | 881 / 34.7 ✓ |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | No |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | – | Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months - Warranty 12 Months ✓ |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (686cc)
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
✓ Pros
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2019 Yamaha Kodiak 700
- Drum brakes on front — less stopping power than disc
Comparing 2019 Yamaha Kodiak 700 vs 2007 Kawasaki KFX 50 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2019 Yamaha Kodiak 700 has the largest displacement at 686cc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road 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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