Buy the New KFX 700 ?
Jan 11, 2003 | 01:04 PM
#11
Pro Rider
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 1,075
Likes: 0
Buy the New KFX 700 ?
This is quite true. However, there are a couple of factors that should (I say should, because until it gets here, it really is just Speculation) give the KFX700 an advantage over the Prarrie650 in the way of the CVT and any problems that it might has experianced.
First, with it being only 2 wheel drive, the rotating mass has been reduced significantly, therefore reducing the load on the working mechanics of the CVT.
Second, Kawi feels that it has made the nessesary improvements to the trany to the point that they are convinced that it will Not be an issue (Once again, we will have to wait and see). They have improved it, instead of just throwing the P650 CVT on the 700.
Third, taking into concideration the two idems above with the fact that the 700 is 100lbs lighter than the P650, I am convinced enough that I will be laying down my $6500 without the slightest bit of concern.
I know that there is a possibility that the KFX700 may have a few minor teething problems, but I honestly don't foresee anything major going wrong because of the fact that most of this quads drivetrain is Prooven technology. Trust me, if I have any problems with mine, you will all hear about it and so will Kawasaki. [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif[/img]
First, with it being only 2 wheel drive, the rotating mass has been reduced significantly, therefore reducing the load on the working mechanics of the CVT.
Second, Kawi feels that it has made the nessesary improvements to the trany to the point that they are convinced that it will Not be an issue (Once again, we will have to wait and see). They have improved it, instead of just throwing the P650 CVT on the 700.
Third, taking into concideration the two idems above with the fact that the 700 is 100lbs lighter than the P650, I am convinced enough that I will be laying down my $6500 without the slightest bit of concern.
I know that there is a possibility that the KFX700 may have a few minor teething problems, but I honestly don't foresee anything major going wrong because of the fact that most of this quads drivetrain is Prooven technology. Trust me, if I have any problems with mine, you will all hear about it and so will Kawasaki. [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif[/img]
Jan 15, 2003 | 09:04 AM
#12
Pro Rider
Joined: Jul 1999
Posts: 1,216
Likes: 0
Buy the New KFX 700 ?
The only thing that would worry me is the drive line angle and the CV joints. You see, the KFX 700 isn't a DIRECT takeoff of the Prairie. It does have more rear suspension than its predecessor. Put that much torque on a severe angled CV joint and you're talking about major wear and tear down the road. Some owners of Wolverines have had (and are still having) problems with the rear CV joints on their machines due in no small part to the drive line angles.
I believe RPM really hit it on the head with the rotational mass thingy. MUCH less stuff to turn.
Still, I don't think the 3.2 gallon tank will fly. You have to remember that you're feeding TWO carburators and TWO cylinders. Also, CVT machines have to generally reved higher to keep the clutches engaged. That, in itself, sucks up a lot of gas. But that should be a moot point as someone already has a bigger gas tank for it. IMS I believe.
I believe RPM really hit it on the head with the rotational mass thingy. MUCH less stuff to turn.
Still, I don't think the 3.2 gallon tank will fly. You have to remember that you're feeding TWO carburators and TWO cylinders. Also, CVT machines have to generally reved higher to keep the clutches engaged. That, in itself, sucks up a lot of gas. But that should be a moot point as someone already has a bigger gas tank for it. IMS I believe.
