Kawasaki Mule Pro FXT Review After 3.5 Years
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- čas přidán 22. 08. 2024
- I bought this 2017 Kawasaki Mule Pro FXT brand new a over 3 years ago. I use it at least 3 times per week over the past 3.5 years of ownership. Watch along as I get to the point and tell you my thoughts after having this machine that long. Thank you for watching and please consider subscribing. Also LMK if you have any requests for upcoming content.
Good video man. You kept it simple and talked about the highlights I wanted to know without all of the technical stuff.
Thanks man!
I had a 2018 with 8843 miles and 600 hours. I use mine around the farm and trail riding. I pull trailer and haul wood. I had to put a starter in it and 1 new belt. Just traded it in on another one. Great video
I have a mule pro dxt le...the diesel version. It is a 2017 bought new in 2018...I absolutely love it. It has 5500 plus miles on it and no problems whatsoever...the only thing I have done to it is changing oil and filter and fuel filter...top speed is 31 mph...but it will pull a house...I recently put a lift on it and a new set of black diamond xtr tires...I love my mule and the only thing I wish is that it ran a little faster...but it is a work horse
I’m lookin at getting one of these, I don’t care how fast it goes, I’m just an older guy who’s looking for something that’s tough and can pull a load of dirt or gravel, I do like to joy ride, but I like taking it easy and in no hurry. I don’t need a back seat but I do need the bed, I’m lookin at the Honda Pioneer too. The Mule has been around and has a good reputation, thanks for the video!
I'm picking up my 21mule fxt le today cant wait to get it on the property. Thanks for the review
Awesome! Congrats on the new rig.
Thanks Ben loved you in Dazed and Confused
Thanks?
Thats funny
Videos are great keep em up
Thanks for the update!
Keep up the work
I'm trying to decide between this or a can am defender. One concern with the mule is the lack of front diff lock. Ever find yourself wishing you had that? I plan on doing similar use/riding you've posted.
Hey Rich. I did have one instance where I got stuck in some mudd and not sure if the front diff lock would have made a difference. All it took were a few rocks under the tires and I came right out. Mine has a winch which I never use unless tying down to a trailer.
Buy a can am trust me! If your planing on using it for fun loaded up with the family or friends any other brand is way better than this! 20mph if that on flat road! Going up an incline forget it
@@ChadOutdoors apologizes for the late response. Thanks for the info it helps. Now just trying to find one in my area. With the whole Covid thing inventories are low.
@@steerheadcattle hit 51mph in the 2022, so?
@@steerheadcattle nope. You're wrong
Nice video man
Good video man. I have a 2015 year model & it has not had one mechanical problem ever after 500hrs. I'm going to get a Can Am Defender 2 seater to have AC but can't let my Mule go. Where did you get console?
My friend has the pro fxr, basically the same just a 3 seater, but the water pump has failed and gone out, and it needs a new thermostat, also it’s slow as hell for an 820.
I like mine too Chad 🇺🇸👍🏻 I like the decal on the hood where did you get it ?
Hey Mike. On Amazon. Search Elevated Auto Styling- Rear Middle Window Distressed American Flag
Just bought the 2022 model. Where did you get the grip handles that hang down from the driver and front passenger side?
Looking at this or the FXR we really don’t need the backseat but were thinking about resell after a couple of years and my dealer said the six seater has a lot better resale in the ranch edition , Is it fairly maneuverable on the trails
That sounds about right. You can slide the headache rack forward and turn it into a 1 seater with a big bed if you want.
how is the down hill engine braking?
Nice video man!! Does yours make a clicking sound around 25mph? Just got my 2021 model yesterday and put 33 miles on it. Makes a faint clicking noise like a stick in the DS or a cable taping.
Congrats on the new rig 👍! Clicking noise at 25 mph. No never heard that one before. Hopefully it will go away soon during breakin.
Have you had any problems since you made this video? Thx for the video, I've been fighting with myself about buying the extended warranty, but everyone says I'm wasting money if I do, what you think about that?
They come with 3 year already which is great. I am at year 4.5 with no issues at all. I do not use is for towing or too hard work. I don't think you would need it but would like to know what you will be using it for. Also how much for the extended for how many extra years?
@@ChadOutdoors mostly small farm work and family fun day, I use my tractor to get fire wood and all the heavy stuff, so it's not going to be used to hard, the 3 year added warranty is 800-850, that was a rough estimate from my local dealer, I put mine on order in October, it still ain't here yet, nobody near me can get their hands on them, how many miles and yours do you have on yours now?
@@michaelsawyer8313 I have 184.3 hours and 1160 miles. For 800 bucks it's almost worth getting the added 3 years. That's 6 years of coverage. It's a toss up if you will need it.
Do you mind me asking what bottle holder that is for the back seat? Thanks!
Good video. Ty !!
Thanks
does your bed convert still work good with the stall mat? does the mat go all way under the seat so whole bed is covered in extended bed mode?
The mat has held up great! It does not go all the way back to cover the bed in extended bed mode. There is not enough room for it to fit underneath.
@@ChadOutdoors gotcha. thanks for the response. ai know they sell one that goes all the way under...but like everything else, it's expensive. Didn't know if the 1/2 inch stall mat would do the same lol
Nice video, was thinking about getting a Mule and this helped with some of my questions. One quick question - How does it climb hills? What is the steepest hill you have taken your Mule up so far and how did it do? Thanks!
Hey thanks. It does pretty good on hills. I have taken a load of 7 folks up some rocky hills at about 45 degree angle. It has 4x4 and diff lock but I didn't need it. Def has the low end power for it. If you like to race up the hills then this Mule is not for you. Its more a slow climber.
@@ChadOutdoors Awesome, looking for more of a climber anyways. Thanks and love your videos!
What did it cost out the door ?
Hi, where did you purchase that armrest/cup holder?
That came from Kawasaki's website.
Are the front seat upgrades from kawasaki ? Thanks
Yes they are. Made a huge difference with that little contour. My back is not getting stiff like it was. Haha
Excellent, thanks
How many miles have you put on it?
It just hit 1000 miles.
@@ChadOutdoors I have around 800 on mine
I have 10,500 on my 2015 and only had to change the starter!
@@jameshardin1820 That is what I like to hear. Nice!
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Hey man how well does it perform in mud?
It does okay for being stock setup. Not a mud hog and won't sling the tires like your turbo'd can am. I would not buy if for strictly mudding. On the other hand it makes a great work or family buggie and handles mud pretty good and has a rear diff lock.
@@ChadOutdoors sweet. We don't plan on it being a mudding machine but there will be times it's tested. Maybe mud tires would make it a monster lol.
How far can you run on a full tank?
How often do you service it?
I follow the manual and do all the service myself.
Where did you get the seat?
I got that seat from Kawasaki direct!
Cant haul much freight with that bed, too much person storage than cargo, Ye I know converts but too much work
So just leave it converted to the extended bed...
Lol it takes 30 seconds
Lazy feller
Lazy. Surprised you typed full sentences.
Complete trash unless it’s strictly used for farm use! I owned mine for 3 years and 5 k miles! Good luck getting it over 20 with 6 people in it on a flat road and going up hill you can walk faster than it! Save your money and buy a Polaris Ranger or a Can an defender or Honda pioneer
Rangers have their own gremlins I’m on my second diesel crew and after $300 bearings and other things always cratering I’ll take my chances on a pro fxt diesel next go round.
Did you buckle the seat belt?
Lol, must have been your machine or something. We had ours loaded down with 6 people, pulling a 20' low boy loaded down with deer stands and feeders. Never skipped a beat
Plug in the seatbelt? Get 51mph here fine in N Texas on flat roads on 2022.
50 mph. I'd say that's pretty good for a working machine. It's not a motorcycle.