Kawasaki said that its 2009 model of the camouflaged ATV, Brute Force 650 4×4 Camo offers big-bore performance at a mid-sized price. Whether something realistic or something hyperbolic? Let’s check out.Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4×4 Camo (2009) is powered by a proven liquid-cooled 633cc, 90-degree V-twin engine with single overhead cams and four valves per cylinder. Unfortunately we didn′t have any performance figure. Feeding the engine are dual 32mm Keihin carburetors to delivers smooth throttle respond to the 4×4 wheel drive system through Kawasaki Automatic Powerdrive System (KAPS), continuously variable transmission (CVT) and a low-maintenance shaft drive. The beautiful part of Brute Force 650 4×4 Camo is that it can be ridden in two modes, two-wheel or four-wheel drive operation. Just push a button on the right handle bar to make it work.
Braking performance features Kawasaki Engine Brake Control system which electronically monitors ground speed and uses the engine’s compression to help slow the Brute Force ATV under certain conditions. While the disc brakes front and rear are standard equipment.
MacPherson strut front suspension with 6.7 inches of travel and an aluminum swingarm featuring a shock with adjustable preload are presented to make even better handling performance. Additional comfort is provided by a large seat and adjustable footpegs mounted atop full-size floorboards. To help reduce unsprung weight and further enhance the smooth ride, the Brute Force ATV rolls on aluminum wheels.
Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4×4 Camo for 2009 model year features fully digital instrumentation including speedometer, dual resettable trip meters, odometer, clock, hour meter, fuel gauge and 2×4/4×4 indicators.
Coming with a hunter-friendly REALTREE™ Hardwoods Green® HD™ camouflaged bodywork, the 2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4×4 Camo would be yours for $7,249. It is not bad for all packages.
Coming with a hunter-friendly REALTREE™ Hardwoods Green® HD™ camouflaged bodywork, the 2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4×4 Camo would be yours for $7,249. It is not bad for all package.
2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4Ҵ Camo Features and Benefits:* 633cc Liquid-Cooled, Four-Stroke V-Twin Engine
* Kawasaki’s original V-twin engine
* 90-degree, V-twin engine with four-valves per cylinder produces massive torque yet is exceptionally smooth running
* Electronically managed Kawasaki Engine Brake Control system helps to slow the ATV under certain conditions
Transmission and Powertrain
* Fully automatic Kawasaki Automatic Powerdrive System (KAPS) continuously variable transmission (CVT) has high and low forward gears plus reverse
* Selectable four-wheel or two-wheel drive
* The limited-slip front differential permits tight and easy turning
* Rider can utilize the Variable Front Differential Control for maximum traction on difficult terrain
Brakes* Dual-piston caliper front disc brakes provide aggressive stopping power
* The industry’s original sealed, oil-bathed, multi-disc rear braking system
* An integrated part of the shaft drive, the virtually maintenance-free rear braking system is protected from mud, dust and debris
Chassis
* Tough and rugged body style enhanced with REALTREE™ Hardwoods Green® HD™ covering
* Aluminum swingarm is sturdy and lightweight, and the shock absorber has adjustable preload
* MacPherson strut front suspension provides a smooth, comfortable ride
* Full-size floorboards are comfortable and help protect the rider’s feet from mud and debris
Amenities
* Cat-eye headlights add to its clean and aggressive look
* A digital instrument panel provides the rider important information at a glance
* Front and rear steel cargo racks can carry a combined weight of 264 pounds
* It can tow 1,250 pounds
* Standard winch-mount can accommodate a 3000-pound capacity winch from Warn or Superwinch
2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4×4 Camo Specifications (USA)
MSRP: $7,249
Engine: Four-stroke, V-twin, liquid-cooled, SOHC, four-valve
Displacement: 633cc
Bore x stroke: 80 x 63mm
Compression ratio: 9.9:1
Carburetion: (2) Keihin CVKR-᪰
Starting system: Electric with recoil back up
Ignition: DC-CDI
Transmission: Dual-range CVT plus reverse with Kawasaki Engine Brake Control
Final drive: 2×4 / 4×4 shaft
Frame: Double cradle, tubular steel
Front suspension / wheel travel: MacPherson / 6.7 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel: Aluminum swingarm and single shock / 7.2 in.
Front tires: AT25×8-12
Rear tires: AT25×10-12
Front brakes: (2) Dual-piston disc
Rear brake: Sealed, oil-bathed, multi-disc
Overall length: 86.0 in.
Overall width: 47.7 in.
Wheelbase: 50.9 in.
Ground clearance: At center of chassis, 9.0 / at rear axle, 7.3 in.
Seat height: 33.9 in.
Total rack capacity: 264 lbs.
Towing capacity: 1,250 lbs.
Curb weight: 648.3 lbs.
Fuel capacity: 4.8 gal.
Lighting: (2) 45-watt headlights, taillight, brake light
Instruments: Speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, clock, hour meter, fuel gauge, 2×4 / 4×4 indicator light, neutral indicator light, reverse indicator light, low fuel warning light, low oil warning light
Color: REALTREE™ Hardwoods Green® HD™
