Kawasaki Pro-FXT: electric bed lift install

I picked up a KYB electric lift for our Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXT. It took me way longer than the instructions stated, but I was working slow.
Bed lift kit:
Kawasaki Mule bed lift
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[@JamesG-qh5hy]

Thanks for the video!!
There is a built in prop to hold the bed up. On passenger side under the bed is about a 4 or 5" metal rod. Snap it out and secure under the metal hook on the roll cage on the same side.

[@MiniBikeMike]

Well…..now you tell me! 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thanks, I had no idea. Unfortunately, I installed an electric prop rod. 😁

[@radiack87]

@@MiniBikeMike lol all good. I recently acquired a mule pro. I just happened to notice it. And the rod is about 8-10"
That electric lift is on point 😎 😁

[@MiniBikeMike]

I had to go out and raise the bed on mine, to check. Yep, there it was. Haha

[@mikeb6431]

I have yet to see an electrical issue defeat you! Nice job on that lift!

[@MiniBikeMike]

Heck, I caused this issue by not paying attention or reading instructions. Hahaha. We used the vehicle this week for yard cleanup……wow, the lift is awesome!

[@stevebuckmaster13]

I have the same one in black , they run great , Great video Mike as always .

[@MiniBikeMike]

I’m a diehard Honda fan and looked at their Pioneer, but…..this Kawasaki is awesome. The ability to seat up to 6 and the adjustable bed size are fantastic. We used the new lift a bunch today, hauling landscape mulch.

[@stevebuckmaster13]

@@MiniBikeMike They are awesome, 👍 same with me , die hard Honda fan. When I was younger , I was team Red all the way , riding the CR 500's were crazy fun. Now I'm much older and am having a blast building the CT's. I just built a ST 70, Turned out so nice , Thanks for all your videos Mike. Love how you mix up the content.

[@MiniBikeMike]

Thanks!

[@cainbeeping8480]

Yep I can see that it would be a pain to do bye yourself. Good job brother.

[@MiniBikeMike]

Thanks.

[@scottgold4335]

You should have called me!!!! I would have run up and helped!!!

[@MiniBikeMike]

Thanks! I’ll keep that in mind for future projects that could use more hands!

[@scottgold4335]

Where were your glasses?????🤣🤣🤣

[@MiniBikeMike]

Dang it! You caught me again. Haha

[@donaldkaderis5524]

Craftsman tool to the rescue

[@MiniBikeMike]

👍🏻

[@rileysmith8980]

Do you mind telling me the stroke on the lift cylinder?

[@MiniBikeMike]

14”

[@wkualum3194]

Is there a cheaper alternative out there? That thing is expensive!

[@stevev7191]

Did you find the reason for switching the brake line clip and what is the weight capacity

[@MiniBikeMike]

No, never did see a reason for the different brake clip. I don’t have the paperwork in front of me, but I think I remember seeing 1000# somewhere.

[@stevev7191]

@@MiniBikeMike THanks love the videos

[@MiniBikeMike]

👍🏻

[@Gruuvin1]

Why is there another bracket on the other side?

[@MiniBikeMike]

I’m guessing it’s to add strength to the bed frame. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Gruuvin1]

@@MiniBikeMike but does the new actuator connect to the new bracket on the other side?

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@Gruuvin1 It connects to the bracket on the drivers side. The bracket on passenger side is for added strength to bed frame.

[@Gruuvin1]

@@MiniBikeMike okay I see. I am working on building this for a lot less than $1000, and I think the passenger side bracket isn't necessary, especially if it's not connected to the actuator or the actuator bracket in any way. Thanks!

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@Gruuvin1 I guess it depends on how heavy you load the bed. The actuator can lift considerably more weight than you can by hand. When I installed mine, I remember seeing a pic online of someone who didn’t use the passenger side brace and lifted too much weight. The bed twisted and frame bent.