|
NEW 2005 BRUTE FORCE™ 650 4X4
COMBINES THE
BEST OF KAWASAKI’S AWARD-WINNING 4X4s
Industry-leading V-twin engine, Prairie® 700
chassis, BRUTE FORCE styling
 Kawasaki
has been leading the 4x4 all-terrain vehicle (ATV)
industry for the past several years with such award-winning
models as the Prairie® 700 4x4 and the all new
2005 BRUTE FORCE™ 750 4x4i.
With the new 2005 BRUTE FORCE™ 650
4x4, Kawasaki brings together the very best attributes
of these leading-edge ATVs into one model, giving
off-road enthusiasts the power, performance and
exhilaration befitting a Kawasaki 4x4.
 The
BRUTE FORCE 650 4x4 combines the smooth, easy-to-use
torque of Kawasaki’s original V-twin engine with
an advanced chassis, suspension, transmission and
brakes, then wraps it all in
tough, high-fendered bodywork
styled after the new BRUTE FORCE 750 4x4i. The end
result is a big-bore Kawasaki ATV that provides
outstanding performance and a long list of standard
features at a mid-class price point.
The BRUTE FORCE 650 4x4 is powered
by a liquid-cooled 633cc, 90-degree V-twin engine
featuring single overhead cams and four valves per
cylinder. It is fed by dual 32mm Keihin carburetors
drawing fresh air from a snorkel intake located
high in the frame near the steering head. Together,
these powerplant features provide the rider with
industry-leading torque and smooth-running operation
unmatched by the competition.
Power is then transferred to Kawasaki’s
much-acclaimed fully automatic continuously
variable transmission (CVT). With high or low forward
gears, plus neutral and reverse, this proven transmission
functions seamlessly, providing excellent control
NEW 2005 BRUTE FORCE™ 650 4X4 COMBINES THE BEST
OF KAWASAKI’S AWARD-WINNING 4X4s Industry-leading
V-twin engine, Prairie® 700 chassis, for both low-
and high-speed work or recreational riding. Plus,
the BRUTE FORCE 650 4x4 can also be started in any
gear, provided the brakes are applied.
Complementing the CVT is a switch
on the right handle bar that gives the rider a choice
of either twowheel or four-wheel drive operation,
and power is delivered to the wheels by dependable,
low-maintenance shaft drive. In normal four-wheel
drive mode, the front wheels provide extra traction
for adverse terrain, while the limited-slip differential
allows the rider to make tight turns and reduces
steering effort.
 As
expected, the BRUTE FORCE 650 4x4 includes Kawasaki’s
Variable Front Differential Control,
a favorite feature often praised by editors of the
leading ATV magazines. By pulling a small lever
on the left handlebar, the rider can deliver equal
amounts of power to both front wheels, a definite
advantage for riders encountering deep mud and slippery
uphill trails or when traversing over large objects
such as logs or rocks.
The BRUTE FORCE 650 4x4 braking
system also benefits from leading-edge Kawasaki
design.
Dual front disc brakes with dual-piston calipers
are matched to Kawasaki’s sealed, oil-bathed, multi-disc
rear brake system. As an integrated part of the
shaft drive, the rear braking system is sealed in
the aluminum swingarm where it operates in an oil
bath. This protects the brake pads from mud, dust
and debris, and is virtually maintenance-free.
Working in conjunction with the
high-performance brakes is the Kawasaki Engine Brake
Control system, which electronically monitors ground
speed and uses the engine’s compression to help
slow the ATV.
Kawasaki’s 4x4 ATVs have a well-deserved
reputation for providing smooth, comfortable rides
and the BRUTE FORCE 650 4x4 carries on this tradition.
MacPherson strut front suspension with 6.7 inches
of travel grace the front end, while the aluminum
swingarm rear suspension features a fully adjustable
spring, piggy-back reservoir and 7.2 inches of travel.
 Additional
comfort is provided by a large saddle and adjustable
footpegs mounted atop full-size floorboards. To
help reduce unsprung weight and further enhance
the smooth ride, the BRUTE FORCE rides on aluminum
wheels.
The BRUTE FORCE 650 4x4 is wrapped
in
tough-looking bodywork
styled after its bigger sibling,
the BRUTE 750 4x4i. With its modern, aggressively
angled lines complemented by cat-eye headlights,
the bodywork is made from Thermo-Plastic Olefin,
which has an ultra-high gloss appearance and is
scratch-resistant. For 2005, the BRUTE FORCE 650
4x4 is available in new Woodsman Green, Aztec Red
and REALTREE HARDWOODS GREEN® HD™ camouflage.
Other features include front and
rear steel racks that can carry a total of 264 pounds
of cargo, and a tow hitch so it can tow up to 1,250
pounds. Kawasaki engineers also provided space inside
the front guard so it can accommodate a Warn 3000
winch or Super Winch 3000.
The BRUTE FORCE 650 4x4 comes with
fully digital instrumentation, including speedometer,
odometer, dual resettable trip meters, clock, hour
meter, fuel gauge and 2x4/4x4 indicators. There
is also a DC power outlet.
As with all off-highway vehicle
recreation, Kawasaki encourages ATV riders to ride
responsibly.
Kawasaki will pay first-time ATV buyers of a new
Kawasaki ATV $100 for completing an ATV rider safety
course conducted by the ATV Safety Institute (call
toll-free 800-887-2887).
Authentic Kawasaki Accessories are
available through Kawasaki dealers or they can be
purchased on the Internet at
buykawasaki.com.
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC)
markets and sells at wholesale Kawasaki motorcycles,
ATVs, personal watercraft, utility vehicles and
power products through a network of more than 1,500
independent retailers, with an additional 8,400
retailers specializing in power products and general
purpose engines. KMC and its affiliates employ nearly
2,400 people in the United States, with more than
350 of them located at the Irvine, California headquarters.
Kawasaki’s tagline, “Let the good
times roll.™”, is recognized worldwide and the brand
is aggressively carrying its heritage of leading-edge
power, performance and exhilaration into the 21st
century. Information about Kawasaki’s complete line
of recreational products and Kawasaki affiliates
can be found on the Internet at
www.kawasaki.com.
2005 BRUTE FORCE™ 650 4x4
Features and Benefits
Combines the best of Kawasaki’s
award-winning 4x4 ATVs
- The smooth, easy-to-use torque of Kawasaki’s
original V-twin engine
- An advanced chassis, suspension, automatic
transmission and brakes
-
Tough body style of
the new BRUTE FORCE 750 4x4i
- Big-bore performance and a long list of
standard features at a mid-class price point
Engine
- 90-degree, liquid-cooled, four-valves per
cylinder, 633cc, four-stroke engine produces
massive torque yet is exceptionally smooth running
- Electronically controlled Kawasaki Engine
Brake Control system helps to slow the ATV when
traversing steep downhills Transmission and
Powertrain
- Fully automatic transmission has high and
low forward gears plus reverse
- Selectable four-wheel drive gives the rider
the ability to choose two-wheel or four-wheel
drive
- The limited-slip front differential permits
easy turning, yet the rider can utilize the
Variable Front Differential Control to “lock”
the front wheels 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
Chassis
- Aluminum swingarm is sturdy and lightweight,
and the shock absorber features adjustable spring
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 the its clean
and aggressive look
- A digital instrument panel provides the
rider important information at a glance
- Can tow 1,250 pounds and steel racks can
carry a total of 264 pounds
- Standard winch-mount can accommodate a Warn
3000 or Super Winch 3000
Specifications
-
 Engine:
Liquid-cooled, 90-degree, 4-stroke V-twin
- Valve system: SOHC, four valves
- Displacement: 633cc
- Starting system: Electric with recoil
back up
- Bore x stroke: 80 x 63mm
- Compression ratio: 9.9:1
- Carburetion: (2) Keihin CVKR-D32
- Ignition: DC-CDI
- Transmission: Dual-range CVT plus
reverse with K-EBC™ (Kawasaki Engine Brake Control)
- Final drive: 2x4 / 4x4 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 x 8-12
- Rear tires: AT25 x 10-12
- Front brakes: (2) Dual-piston disc
- Rear brakes: Sealed, oil-bathed,
multi-disc
- Overall length: 86.2 in.
- Overall width: 46.5 in.
- Wheelbase: 50.8 in.
- Ground clearance (center of chassis /
at rear axle): 9.5 / 7.6 in.
- Seat height: 34.3 in.
- Lighting, headlights: (2) 45-watt
headlights, taillight, brake light
- Total rack capacity: 264 lbs.
- Towing capacity: 1,250 lbs.
- Dry weight: TBD
- Fuel capacity: 4.5 gal.
- Instruments: Speedometer, odometer,
dual tripmeters, clock, hour meter, fuel gauge,
2x4 / 4x4 indicator light, neutral indicator
light, reverse indicator light, low fuel warning
light, low oil warning light
- Colors: Woodsman Green, Aztec Red,
REALTREE HARDWOODS GREEN® HD™ camouflage
** Specifications are subject
to change.
|
