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2009 KAWASAKI MULE™ 600
Reliable and powerful worker keeps
productivity up and operating costs down
Mule 600 Green
Mule 600 Red |
Easily finding a home in any farm, ranch or
industrial environment, the two-wheel-drive
Kawasaki Mule™ 600 utility vehicle is equally
adept in a recreation role in the great
outdoors. Two people can get the job done or
enjoy the fun—at a price less than many ATVs.
This unique versatility has popularized
Kawasaki’s entry-level utility model while
simplifying the transport of the Mule 600 with
its ability to fit in the back of a full-size
pickup truck.
The Mule 600 features a single-cylinder engine
mated to a continuously variable transmission
(CVT), a dual-mode rear differential,
independent front suspension, unit swing-axle
rear suspension and hydraulic brakes.
A spacious cab with curved body panels and a
large-diameter steel tube frame structure—that
meets ROPS requirements—presents a clean, modern
look, with automotive-type controls and a gear
selector within easy reach on the dashboard.
Comfort features include two large cup holders,
a passenger-side glove box and grab handle, and
more storage space located beneath the hood.
As is the case for many utility vehicle owners,
the engine is one of the enticing features of
the Mule 600. The durable air-cooled,
single-cylinder 401cc four-stroke engine
utilizes a cooling fan to help maintain an ideal
operating temperature. In this new 2009 model,
the flap in the rear left tire housing was
widened slightly to minimize mud entering the
engine area.
Equally important, the engine starts easily
thanks to an enrichening system that partially
opens the throttle during ignition and can be
started in forward or reverse gear, provided the
brakes are applied.
Kawasaki’s Mule 600 transfers its power to the
ground through a CVT, equipped with durable
materials and a long-lasting drive belt. This
unit utilizes a dependable, low-maintenance
shaft drive and a dual-mode differential, which
can be locked to maximize traction on adverse
terrain.
The Mule 600 rides on a MacPherson strut
suspension up front, and unit swing-axle handles
the rear suspension duties. Large 22-inch tires
enhance the ride quality further and sealed,
hydraulic drum brakes at all four wheels provide
ample stopping power.
Increasing its work versatility are bright
35w headlights and the 400-pound capable tilting
cargo bed, which features tailgate latches that
are easy to fasten quickly and securely. The
Mule 600 can tow up to 1,100 pounds with an
optional Kawasaki draw bar. Popular accessories
include an enclosed cab, snow plow, winch, and
soft or hard tops. These and many other
Authentic Kawasaki Accessories are available
through Kawasaki dealers.
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) markets and
distributes Kawasaki motorcycles, ATVs, personal
watercraft, utility vehicles and recreation
utility vehicles through a network of more than
1,500 independent retailers, with an additional
7,700 retailers specializing in Kawasaki power
products and general purpose engines. KMC and
its affiliates employ nearly 2,400 people in the
United States, with 400 of them located at KMC's
Irvine, California headquarters.
Kawasaki’s
tagline, “Let the good times roll.™”, is
recognized worldwide. The Kawasaki brand has
become synonymous with powerful, stylish
motorcycles for over four decades. Information
about Kawasaki’s complete line of recreational
products and Kawasaki affiliates can be found on
the Internet at
www.kawasaki.com.
2009 Kawasaki Mule™ 600
Features and Benefits
At a glance…
- Best compact off-road utility vehicle
- Easy to use, with low operating costs
- Can be easily transported in the back of a
full-size pickup truck
- Can tow up to 1,100 lbs. with optional Kawasaki
draw bar
Fan-Cooled, Single-Cylinder Engine
- Simple, lightweight, durable, and quiet 401cc
four-stroke engine
- Modern 4-stroke overhead valve design for
efficient running and good fuel economy
- Fan cooling helps the engine maintain an ideal
operating temperature
Easy Starting
- Choke opens throttle during starting so
accelerator pedal does not need to be depressed
- Can be started in gear by depressing brake pedal
Gear Driven Engine Balancer
- Balanced weight opposite the piston cuts
vibration dramatically and minimizes noise and
wear
- Maximizes operator comfort, and diminishes
fatigue
Environmentally Friendly Emissions
- Carburetor settings cut exhaust emissions
- Positive crankcase ventilation system recycles
blow-by gasses to the intake tract to be burned
in the engine
- Muffler has USFS-approved spark arrestor
- California models have a check valve on the fuel
tank to charcoal canister connector hose for
preventing gasoline from entering the canister
when operating on inclines or over rough terrain
Kawasaki Automatic Power-Drive System (KAPS)
- Simple and lightweight CVT is fully automatic
and keeps engine speed in most efficient range
for any selected vehicle speed, load, or terrain
- An open-sided drive pulley cools better for
longer belt life.
- Belt deflection can easily be adjusted by
changing shim thickness of the adjuster bolt
located on the outside of the driven converter
- Cooling air flows in from a vent in the cab
frame through a special air filter, which keeps
out water and dust for increased belt life
- Long wearing double cog CVT belt
Dual-Mode Differential
- Locked mode for maximum traction in difficult
conditions
- Unlocked mode decreases turning radius and
minimizes ground disturbance - great for use on
grass.
Rack and Pinion Steering
- Rack-and-pinion steering helps to keep steering
light and accurate, which makes maneuvering in
tight working quarters a snap
- Durable, simple and easy to maintain
MacPherson Strut Independent Front Suspension
- Comfortable ride and excellent load-carrying
capability
- Simple, rugged single A-arm design offers tight
turning radius for extra maneuverability
Unit Swingarm Rear Suspension
- Unique design places engine and rear wheels on a
sub-frame with a mid-point pivot
- Isolates vibration
- Can handle heavy loads, yet provides comfortable
ride with an empty cargo bed
Off-Road Tires
- Special tread pattern and 22-inch tires enhance
off-road traction, ride quality and reduce tire
wear
Chassis
- Self-Adjusting, Hydraulic drum brakes at all
four wheels provide ample stopping power
- Front grille includes space for mounting a
3000-pound capacity winch
- Compact, lightweight, and easy to transport to
the job, easily fitting in the bed of a
full-sized pickup
- Bench seat is spacious and comfortable for two
- Durable plastic body panels resist dents and
color is molded in for long lasting good looks
Safety Equipment
- Meets federal Roll Over Protective Structure
(ROPS) requirements for wheeled tractors under
SAE J1194, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.4, and 7.5, and also
meets FMVSS 216 roof crush resistance
requirement
- Two Seat Belts
- Speed limited to 25 mph
Ample Storage
- Large storage tub under the hood with four
D-rings to secure the load
- Passenger side glove box
- Cup holders located at each side of the front
hood by the dash
Tilting Cargo Bed
- Steel cargo bed can carry up to 400 pounds and
tilts for quick unloading
- Thick tailgate panel and secure latching
tailgate locking pins reduce vibration and
noise, and adds durability
Simple Maintenance
- Crankcase oil level dipstick
- Dual element air cleaner
- CVT cover has a convenient drain plug
Cab Features
- Automotive style dash designed for ease of use
with easy reach controls
- Standard equipment hour meter makes maintenance
intervals easy to track
- Fuel gauge
- Oil temperature warning light
- Gear selector for Forward, Neutral, and Reverse
- Differential locking lever
- Convenient parking brake
- Headlight switch for powerful and stylish 35w
headlights
Popular Accessory Items
- Soft or Hard Top
- Windshield
- Winch
- Enclosed CabSnow Plow
2009 Kawasaki Mule™ 600 Specifications*
- Engine: Four-stroke, air-cooled single
- Displacement: 401cc
- Bore x stroke: 82 x 76mm
- Compression ratio: 8.3:1
- Carburetor: Nikki 6C1026
- Air filter: Snorkel-type with two-stage dry
replaceable element
- Oil filter: Automotive-type spin-on canister
- Ignition: Magneto and transistor
- Electrical: 12VDC, 14 amp-hour battery,
alternator
- Transmission: Kawasaki Automatic Power-Drive
System (KAPS), with reverse
- Final drive: Shaft, dual-mode rear differential
- Exhaust: Muffler with USFS-approved spark
arrestor
- Front tires: 22x9-10 tubeless
- Rear tires: 22x11-10 tubeless
- Front suspension / wheel travel: MacPherson
struts / 3.1 in.
- Rear suspension / wheel travel: Unit swing axle,
adjustable shocks / 3.1 in.
- Steering: Rack-and-pinion
- Brakes: Four-wheel hydraulic drum
- Fuel capacity: 4.1 gallons
- Curb weight: 946 lbs.
- Overall length: 107.1 in.
- Overall width: 52.6 in.
- Overall height: 70.1 in.
- Wheelbase: 70.0 in.
- Ground clearance: 6.1 in.
- Roll over protective structure (ROPS): This
structure meets ROPS requirements for wheeled
tractors under SAE J1194, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, and 7.5.
This structure also meets FMVSS 216 Roof Crush
resistance requirement
- Cargo bed dimensions (LxWxH): 41.1 x 35.4 x 9.6
in. / 10.9 cu. ft.
- Cargo capacity: 400 lbs.
- Load capacity: 926 lbs.
- Towing capacity: 1,100 lbs.
- Turning radius: 10.8 ft.
- Top speed: 25 mph, governed
- Instruments: Hour meter, 35w headlights,
taillight and stoplight
- Color choices: Woodsman Green, Dark Royal Red
- MSRP: $6,299
- Wholesale distributor: Kawasaki Motors Corp.,
U.S.A.
9950 Jeronimo Road
Irvine, Calif. 92618
(949) 770-0400
www.kawasaki.com
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