2019 Kawasaki Teryx4 LE Review: Watch This Before You Buy!
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- 2019 Kawasaki Teryx4 LE Review: Watch This Before You Buy!
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I just love how this guy describes stuff, doesn't get all technical or acts like a know it all. Just tells me what sucks and what Is awesome.
In the end we all have different preferences. Teryx is a good machine. How fast a side by side goes has absolutely nothing to do with how good of a machine it is. Definition of a good machine is how far you can go without breakdowns. If I had to fix or replace something every other time I took it out I would get rid of it. There are two brands on the market that would never in a million years get a dime of my money. I currently own a pioneer 1000. Absolutely pleased with it. I would never buy something just becuase it's faster and to he'll with quality. A friend of mine has a Teryx he's had for about 4 years. He just had a spark plug go out. About a month ago. That's the only problem he has had. I say that's a good machine. On the other hand I have another friend who has a maverick. He has spent more than 2 thousand on it in two years keeping it running. I choose quality. And research before you buy. Unless your just filthy rich.
Randy White I had my first real SxS experience last month in the Black Hills with a rented Teryx 4. The rental operator had a fleet of Teryx 4s and some 6-seat Yamahas, presumably he was all about reliability and operating costs, so that's all he had in his fleet.
Great points. I've had no issues with my '18 Can Am Maverick Trail 1000. It isn't the fastest or the most plush, but the 50 inch width provides tons of advantages on trails and two tracks, and it's really fun.
@@sideskraft I have a Sport 1000 RC. Never have problems.
My kid has a Polaris 1000... no problems.
I own a 2017 Maverick 1000R turbo and have never had a breakdown. Only scheduled maintenance services.
Can-am and Polaris are pushing the limits of how much power you can squeeze out of a 1000cc limit. Of course they are going to be less reliable. That should make common sense to most people in this hobby. A Honda Civic is also more reliable than a Porsche.....but I would still rather have the Porsche. The pioneer is a great reliable vehicle. But as this entire hobby is about "recreation" the Maverick is insanely more fun. So if you are measuring in Smiles per Hour, no Honda anywhere is ever gonna get the vote.
Stephen that was a great review - very comprehensive! I really enjoy watching your ATV videos because you cover so much. You're not just making advertisements like some other ATV reviews I see on CZcams. You actually cover all the important issues that people want to know about. This is my new favorite ATV review channel. I LOVE that you mention both US AND Canadian prices!
An ATV riding buddy of mine had a 2015 Teryx-4 for a few years and just traded it in on a 2 seat machine because both his kids moved out. While he had it, it was a great machine. I was amazed at the trails he could follow me through on my ATV. It was generally tough as nails but he hated the 80 km/h (50 mph) speed limiter, which was a big reason he bought another brand machine recently. 80 km/h might sound fast, unless you drive fire roads often with your ATV buddies like we do, then you're constantly at the back trying to keep up.
I have a blue 2018 like this. Your review is spot on.... The Teryx is an overlooked machine by most but for hauling a family of 4 down the trail it can’t be beat. Very well built and extremely reliable.... Also, it comes with a factory 3 year warranty!! Another great review bud!! Keep up the good work!!
Crazy they come with a warranty, but that would catch my attention. surprised Doug Demuro hasn't bought one.
Haha yeah me to we know he loves warranties!!
Question how well would a 800 teryx do with 4 adults riding in it does it have plenty of power. I’m really looking to buy one just want to make sure it will have enough power for me and my family
@@boyd3382 Don’t worry about the power. I’ve taken 4 grown men in my Teryx numerous times and it’s never disappointed…. It’s a very capable machine!!!
I had one on my jobsite, it was the 2 seater. We put it through hell and it never gave us issues. You could also carry 50 gallons of diesel in the bed. And this is coming from a die hard Yamaha fan..
I got a 2021 teryx 4s . I was always a yamaha and Honda fan I traded my 08 rhino in on my teryx and I love it .
Been researching this unit for a while. Lots of videos! This was the most informative vid so far. Excellent job!!
I bought a used 2016 Teryx 2 last year still under warranty and had been taken care of, I'm very pleased with it.
My grandpa has 3 Kawasaki teryxes and they are so fun and very well built! They are also great for rugged trails and skinny trails.
Great review and as usual! We have always been impressed with the ride and handling of the Teryx on the trails. Took it out and did some rock crawling recently and was blown away at how well it handled the same gnarly stuff the built rzr and mavericks were doing. Great over all machine!
We've got a 2018 Mule Pro FXT LE. Love the machine. Plan to get a Teryx 4 in the future.
I personally own an '18 T4 and use is regularly. Well over 2K Miles on the ODO. Your review was very well done and very accurate. Anyone watching can count on this review to be right on the money. Good and bad that was covered was all completely accurate IMO. Well done.
That review was spot on for me, just got one and took it for it's first weekend ride, word for word I agree with you. I will say for the price it's the best in it's class.
For those of you who do not like to be limited to 50 mph...get a box from Dynatek like I did and ride up into the 60s. I also would recommend getting a full skid plate. I have a 1/2" UHMW plastic skid that completely covers the bottom way better than the stock skid does; that thing is junk and doesn't do a good job. I had a stick shoot through my rear floor board on mile number 9 of my new wheeler's first ride. Then I added a winch, a EMP windshield, side and rear mirrors, and rear bumper.
Great review I bought a 2018 year end sale two seater I absolutely love it this thing will do anything you put it up against and as far as the speed goes you don't need to go faster than 50 miles an hour or specially if you are out in the woods or doing some rock crawling now if you're on the west coast and you're in the sand dunes then yeah this is not the one that you would want
I have a red one and it’s a 2020 I think but so far I love it and going the trails is so smooth with this machine. This is my first ever Side by side but definitely worth it when I can take my family out in the woods. ❤️
I have a 2016 Teryx 2 LE. It's a great machine. No visible changes from 2016 through 18 other than colors.
I love mine!! 2020 highlifter arms, 30s/w wildthangs, empire exhaust, winch, more lights. Runs great for what it is
Excellent review. Above and beyond with camera shots!!!
That machine basically has the same engine and straight cut gear drivetrain of the original Kawasaki early 2000 model Prairie 650. I owned the first year Prairie 700...They were really good engines and defied what the hp numbers said,,it felt like more. They were always quick out of the hole up through the midrange leaving even many sport quads behind at the time up to 50mph at least, then the would flatten out in the power curve just like the Teryx. I even had the same issues of engine heat on my one leg on that Prairie 700 something fierce...I remember though whenever we got to an unfamiliar hillclimb. Me and Kawasaki were always the first to try it..Everybody said if that P700 doesn't make it nothing will...lots of bottom end grunt and instant power anywhere. Good review
I own a '14 -6in superatv lift 34-18 tires n wheels 4500lb winch absolutely love it! No problems at all. go anywhere I want!
I have a T 2 base blue with roof & windshield , never had any issues , was recalled to have the metal on lower front to protect floor boards. Love to machine.
Thanks for the great review!!! This video made my mind up on buying a 2020 Teryx4.
Great review.... this guy touches on a lot of very practical points any buyer/rider would like to know
I like these reviews that don't sound like advertisements.
Very good presentation Stephen. And I fully agree with you on the good , bad and weird. especially the weird.
Still one my most favorite SXS. Have the 2 seat version from 2012 and wow they are fun on the tight trails… all they need is some shock tuning and they handle way better than factory settings… everyone wants the crazy wide and long utvs but those can’t just go everywhere these can.
Great, honest review. Thank you brotha!
I love my rhino 660R but the lighting on this rig I love.
Ok I have a question about the fox shock adjustments. I’ve been confused since I’ve bought my teryx. Which way do you turn the knob for softer and which way for stiffer? Any info will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Great reviews. KEEPM COMING. Love Kawasaki , Just wished they'd get into the (BIGGERBORE) Engine Categories. 783 is Nice , but leaves much more room for desire...
IMO. I think they should come out with A (V-TWIN) 1000R , 2 and 4 seater machines.
I just purchased a 2018 BruteForce , it's such a beast out on the trails , I could only imagine if they had a 1000 edition BF. I'd be running to a dealership and buying 1 tomorrow.
Come on Kawasaki , Wakw up and Smell the Coffee.
After over 6000 miles on my Teryx. It still running great, I decided to make a sleeper. I bought 1000 big bore kit, fuel tunner. Work out but now have to upgrade the exhaust system.
Great Review! Keep them coming
I ride in the winter engine heat is nice. Motor isn’t loud at lower speed.
any updates on the new 2021 model vs the 2019 in this video? Did they fix these issues?
Great vid👍Kawasaki needs up grade especially tray, motor could left there as base model but high hips needed to complete. Is it me but Kawasaki looks narrow as cab not very wide? The shocks are most outstanding feature on this machine.
I honestly can't think of anything you didn't cover. Nice job!
thanks for the video, have you tried on the new 2021 LE S out yet?
This guy to me is one of the best doing reviews. More simple honest and kind of funny
Great video 📹👍the Kawasaki Teryx is one awesome machine 👏just checked one out today at a show on display. Would definitely like to take one out for a rip and own one soon😍😍😍what an awesome ride! Please make more videos of it 😍🏁😀💯
Hey good program but would you consider doing a review on a Polaris Ranger 500 with a set of 26 inch maxxis bighorn. I think everyone would enjoy that and it's mainly in our price range
Great review and very informative.
I would love you to review gators. Even the work models.
Ran one on the trails for a day and my only main complaint is the engine noise level. The steering feedback was fairly vague but wasnt hard to drive.
I would love if you could review a Yamaha Viking
Nice review,..interesting Kawasaki!
How’s the heat buildup in the front seats? Every SXS I’ve been in with a mid engine had unbearable heat if the temp got much above the low 80’s.
I own one. It’s noticeable but not unbearable. A lot of sport sxs’s I’ve been in are worse for heat (cough, pre 2019 YXZ). In my opinion the engine noise is the bigger annoyance. Steven was spot on it’s a good sounding engine but it is very hard to talk to your passengers at much over crawling speed. Mine has been dead reliable. I have about 1000 miles on it no issues at all so far. Still on original belt I’ve only done fluid changes
I love watching you reviews I've watched you review of the X2 and I just wanted to ask you comparing the X2 to the T-Rex for which one did you think Road better and handled better, I used to have a gen 1 Wolverine and I traded it in on a Terex 4 but I think the Wolverine Road so much better than a Terex 4 as far as taking bumps goes, so I was just wondering which one you thought Road better the Teryx 4 or the Yamaha X2,
facebook.com/groups/671163569748779/permalink/952041688327631/
My friend had both and said X2 rides better
Great Review, Teryx is a good machine, it would be great if you could get your hands on an Argo 8x8 to review!
One of the best prices for a side by side and also the 3 year warranty included and for another 599 I believe u can get another 3 years ya hard to pass on
I've been looking at these..can't find a video of these breaking axles or diffs only guys rolling them. Can the governor be turned off? That's the only hang up I have 50 will get boring quickly.
JBS performance in WV will help you get your Teryx to 60 mph
There are ways around the limiter. On gravel roads I keep up with a Pioneer 1000.
Good review. The Kawasaki looks like it rides and handles like the Honda pioneer 700.
Wider and not as tall. 100% better on trails. Not including 40% more power
I like this guy! I would buy a used car from him. Keep up the good reviews.
Doesn’t have much storage room does it
Is Kawasaki using the speed limiter via the speedometer or the RPM? In others words if it’s electronically controlled by the RPM that could suck in low range.
Super Sami there is a tuner you can install to bypass the speed limiter.
Thank you for your knowledge
You really want to get a good ride and fill that thing articulate on off-camber situations you take the sway bar off and get rid of it
Is there any difference in this in a 2014?
It would be helpful if you talked about the 4wd setup. Does it have a locking front differential?
Yes it does
jabroni6199 thanks!
jabroni6199 I assumed that was a standard feature nowadays but found out recently it isn’t in all side by sides.
I'm looking for my first SXS and checked out Teryx2 at a couple dealers. My wife said no because of the poor passenger grab handles. I wonder why Kaw doesn't use the front-mounted handles like Polaris, Yamaha and Can Am use? I also read many posts and reviews stating that the Teryx rides rough compared to others. I've had many Kaws over the years (now have a Brute Force 300 and an '01 ZRX-1200R) and have always had good luck with them.
I was thinking the same thing about the passenger grab handle but I still ended up buying a Teryx. Honestly the front grab handle configuration works just fine for a passenger and you wont miss it.
@@daniellunn1304 i find with the ones in a rzr you can only ride for so long before your wrists and arms start to hurt and feel uncomfortable, in the teryx you can ride for hours no issues
Mine rides nice and has awesome seats.
Good review, but it would have been helpful to have more distance on that headlight test. :)
Good point. From what I remember, I don't believe the distance was much better than a standard set of headlights (on something like the Polaris Ranger XP1000 I tested).
But the quality of the light is what is truly impressive. Whatever is close by is illuminated perfectly. That's why I showed the close up on the rock. Thanks for the feedback though!
Can anyone help me learn why it is hard to shift gears in my side by side.
▫and running high rpm
Great Review!!!!
I love all your reviews. Cut through all the nonsense and get down to what is practical.
Also you seem like a kid in a candy store testing all the machines.
Every review I see about this machine mentions the heat from the motor. Would be an issue for me summer riding in Florida.
I want to get one , but I'm holding out for a 4 seater krx
Most modern SXS are good. I have 2021 Honda Pioneer 1000-5 and I think I will keep it. It does everything I want, and well, it's a Honda with it's reliability.
Great review! I'm looking into a left over model but also still considering a Yammy X4. The 3 year warranty of Kawasaki is hard to beat though. Will you do an X4 review/comparison if you haven't?
Save your cash and buy the Teryx. Great machine. Added a small fan under the driver seat and heat is no issue now.
@@paintman1975 The X2/X4 is superior to the Teryx. facebook.com/groups/671163569748779/permalink/952041688327631/
@@paintman1975 Hi, I just got a 2020, and do you mind telling me what kind of fan and how you mounted it?
great review! I do wish Kawasaki would fix the heat issue because it does get pretty warm on my legs from my 2014 teryx but it is kinda nice in the winter! lol
I love the heat inside the cab, no need for a heater in the fall and winter
Ive never owned a SxS but if I were to buy one it would be this. I don't need a race car...I need a reliable machine. Its a tank for the woods and trail and that's just what I like to do.
Imagine how great the 2 seater is....the seats are by far the best in the business. No ride is.morw comfortable. My only complaint is the engine noise. The engine is best in the business and a 3 year warranty, but it is loud.
What makes the engine "best in the business"?
@@WilliamStewart1 reliability IMHO. No one else that I am aware of, has a 3 year warranty.
@@spartanchirho Doesn't Textron offer a 3 year warranty?
@@WilliamStewart1 I have not come across that. If so, thank you for the correction.
@@spartanchirho I just double checked and it looks like they bumped it down to 1 year now.
They should make Jugs & pistons getting 1200 CC's for the Teryx
The Teryx is a great machine for what it is, and I love how they got 4 seats without stretching the wheelbase. BUT, this basic design is going on 15 years old and the engine and suspension are seriously lacking. I mean it's really just Kawi's version of a Rhino. Would love to see Kawi come out with a sport SxS now that Honda has the Talon coming out. A sport SxS 4-seat with a reasonable wheelbase would be the cat's ass! For now I'll stick with my RZR XP1K 2-seat.
it will be coming out in October 2019. Finally.
I love my 2014 teryx. I like the older style because of the flip down hood. It makes it nice to clean the radiator. But the newer style is nice too. Once Kawasaki comes out with their 1k sxs it's gonna be a game changer. 1k cc Vtwin!!!
Yeah, I wish they would have kept that feature.
Checkout our review on another Kawasaki model, the Mule PRO-FX: czcams.com/users/edit?o=U&video_id=2tqHMz30tQk
I keep coming back to watch this. I really don’t need to spend the money 😖. I need a tough machine to handle this rough Kentucky mountain terrain and so far the 3 Polaris I have owned haven’t been able to take it for very long. Never was a problem in the old days when all we had was Honda’s, Yamahas, Kawasaki, and Suzuki. Polaris offers all the big engines and Hp numbers but don’t stand up to rough rugged terrain without breaking things worth a damn! Never had a Can Am so cant comment on that. If these are built anything like the Japanese quads of old they will definitely take a beating without the need of a mobile tool shed.
I have a Can Am. No problems. My kid has a Polaris 1000, no problems. We live in the desert near Death Valley. We ride HARD! We ride FAR! Anytime you are out here, let me know...
You want a Wolverine X2/X4: facebook.com/groups/WolverineX2X4/permalink/952041688327631/
Go with a Honda problem over, no polaris
I'd prefer the yamaha four seater.
how much for it
My 2021 will be here in a week
we want comparisons on all the major brands.I like the looks of the havoc but it scares me you say so little about it.
I haven't driven any other SxS vehicles to any real extent, but I have to say, I didn't much like the Teryx. The engine heat issue wasn't a big deal for me on the cool day I had it, but I could see that being a real problem. My biggest gripe was the loud engine and cvt. So annoying. I would have paid good money for some earplugs that day.
Remember, the more people you take with you the more cargo you take as well!
Leg room elbows 4 adults can and will be comfortable in this
I'll sacrifice leg heat vs my ex rzr used to melt shit in the bed you where not keeping a cooler iced down all day with rzr bed heat vs kawi is under seats vs under bed also the 4 door unit with fox shocks ECT you get more bang for your buck untill you play with 20to30k range.
So it's basically a four-chair golf cart but can go through the woods
They all have engine heat. Can am designed their stuff in Canada where heat is appreciated.
Not south of the Great Lakes in summer, their terribly hot and too loud! The high gear is still to low!
Glad to hear it, send me ARTIC CAT stickers, so I can say, I have an ARTIC CAT!!! Thanks
Teryx comes with a factory 3 year warranty
why is it when you make your comparison you never comment or compare to havoc x.You don't like the havoc x you know something we don't or textron don't pay you ?
wow, just looked at one online, doesn't look like they have changed
I just bought a 21 le teryx 4 couple days ago, the only difference really are the color choices. He’s pretty spot on, didnt mention the brakes are mushy, but adequate. Its a lot if fun, comfortable and torquey, well built with a 3 yr warranty. My dealer charged 16200 plus tax, he cant keep em in stock, shocks soak up the rough stuff nicely, highly recommended 👍
Why is Yamaha and Honda the the only compitition you mention my 570 ranger crew is probably pretty comparable and the 1000 ranger is way better is it not?
Polaris is junk I've had two of them!
That's the problem these machines are getting faster and faster we're going to see a lot worse accidents out on the trails, cuz you know it's not the machine it's the driver!
I think it's more of CVT noise than engine noise! Mine's pretty loud.
This or Honda pioneer and why
Looks like a Honda pioneer 700. Power between the two I'm guessing would be close considering the hp to weight ratio. The Honda is shaft driven where as the Kawasaki is belt CVT. Why? Honda holds the patent on shaft driven ATVs
Real Evaluation: I owned one!! and sold it after 50 hours!!...Do not buy, you will regret it. It is unbearably hot in cockpit and almost as bad for passengers, tremendous hot air on drivers legs as your sitting next to the engine manifold and exhaust. Second, unbearable is it is Loud!, .....at 92 DB you will have permanent hearing loss after 5-6 hours. You cannot carry on a halfway normal conversation without screaming back and forth.
80 inches tall and over 1,600 lbs. curb weight? Damn! So much for fitting this pig in an enclosed trailer.
Why do you need more power so someone can hit a tree harder
Engine heat in the winter could be a positive
It is lol
I have the 2014 kawaski teyex4le i made it street legal love the machine but keep blowing belts at about 100 miles
I have the same machine and have beat the piss out of it for over three thousand miles still on the original belt.
@@CaptJohnsBar I had computer flashed it goes 60 dealer thinks belt rubbing on air flow fin in housing showing wear marks shaved it down hopefully thats the fix.
@@davebonkowski4940 what was outcome ?
Вот бы мне такой подарок)))
It's all right
To me it looks like a Polaris General
Brotherhood of Ram I don't see the comparison at all
Lol have you seen a general
Looks nothing like it, the General is wider, taller, and longer.
If Jeep just made a slightly smaller Jeep they could make another killing.
Tear Ricks...naw...T-REX.
We love ours. At first it was loud but not so much anymore. Heat doesn't seem to be a problem. Great video.... here is a view of desert land outside of Wickenburg. czcams.com/video/pWiGZpGISVc/video.html
Reverse lights!
50 mph not fast enuff especially when the tree cops are chasing you!!