E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
2 of 3 selected:
Yamaha Raptor 700R×
Yamaha Kodiak 450×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
686 cc / 41.9
421 / 25.69
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | 686cc, 4-stroke single, SOHC ✓ | – |
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| Carborator Count | – | 0 ✓ |
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| Fuel System Brand | – | Mikuni |
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| Engine Braking | – | Standard |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Yamaha | Yamaha |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 |
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| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | 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 | Standard | Standard |
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| Rear Bumper | Standard | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | Yes |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Kill Switch Tether Cord | – | Standard |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Frame | Aluminum / Steel | Steel |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Foot Peg Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Exterior Guards | Standard | – |
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| Exterior Covers | Standard | – |
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| Decal Kit | Standard | – |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
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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 | Standard |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | – | No |
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| Suspension |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | – | No |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Radiator Guard | – | No |
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| Power Outlet | – | Standard |
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| Light Guard | – | No |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | – | No |
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| Floor Board Location | – | Driver |
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| CV Boot Cover | – | Yes |
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| Brush Guard | – | Yes |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | – | Yes |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | – | Light |
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| Speedometer | – | Standard |
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| Hour Meter | – | Standard |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | – | Gauge |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | – | Yes |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Trip Odometer | – | Standard |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 599.7 / 1322 |
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| Rear Hitch | – | Standard |
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| Tow Hook | – | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Underseat Storage | – | Standard |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 39.9 / 88 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Diff Lock Location | – | Front |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | – | Front |
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| Driveline Make | – | On-Command |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | – | Shaft |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | – | Belt |
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| Transmission Make | – | UltraMatic |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | – | 637 / 288.9 ✓ |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Digital Instrumentation | – | Standard |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Shock Cover | – | No |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes | No |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 256.5 / 10.1 | 188 / 7.4 ✓ |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Aluminum | Steel |
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| Suspension Rear | Cast aluminum swing arm, 10.1 in. w/ bebound, compression and threaded preload adjustment | Independent Double Wishbone |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | – |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 231.1 / 9.1 | 170 / 6.7 ✓ |
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| Front Suspension | Independent double wishbone, 9.1 in. w/ 5-way preload adjustment | Independent Double Wishbone |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic disc, self adjusting park brake function | Sealed Oil Bath Multi-Disc |
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| Brakes Front | Dual hydraulic disc, twin piston | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric 16bBit ECU ✓ | Electric |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Fuel System | Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI), 44 mm ✓ | Fuel Injected |
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| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 4.02in. x 3.31 in. | 3.33in. x 2.96in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 102 mm x 84 mm ✓ | 84.5mm x 75mm |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 1.73 | – |
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| Engine Cylinders | single-cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid-cooled with fan | Liquid / Air |
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| Engine Type | 4-stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Total Valves | 4 ✓ | 2 |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-valves ✓ | 2-valves |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | SOHC |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 686 cc / 41.9 ✓ | 421 / 25.69 |
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| Fuel Injector Size MM | 44 ✓ | 34 |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1171 / 46.1 ✓ | 1181 / 46.5 |
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| Seats |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 861.1 / 32 | 853 / 33.6 ✓ |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 11 / 2.9 | 14 / 3.7 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | Yes | No |
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| Rim Material | Aluminum | Steel |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 9 | 12 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 10 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 20 | 25 ✓ |
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| Tires Rear | AT20 x 10-9 radial | AT25 x 10 - 12 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 10 | 12 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 7 ✓ | 8 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 21 | 25 ✓ |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1844 / 72.6 ✓ | 2036 / 80.16 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Front | AT21 x 7-10 radial | AT25 x 8 - 12 ✓ |
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| Tire Make | Dunlop | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
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| Number Of Speeds | 5 ✓ | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | No | Yes |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Chain | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Final Drive | 4X2 | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed with reverse, Manual ✓ | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 179.6 / 396 | – |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1280.2 / 50.4 | 1240 / 48.8 ✓ |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 111.8 / 4.4 | 244 / 9.6 ✓ |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1130 / 44.5 ✓ | 1161 / 45.7 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tube / Tubeless | Tubeless | Tubeless |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | – | 10.2 |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (686 cccc)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
✗ Cons
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2006 Yamaha Raptor 700R
Comparing 2006 Yamaha Raptor 700R vs 2019 Yamaha Kodiak 450 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2006 Yamaha Raptor 700R has the largest displacement at 686 cccc, 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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