Category:
High-performance Utility ATV
Target Audience:
Recreational riders, farmers, hunters, trail enthusiasts
Key Competitors:
Polaris Sportsman 500/600, Arctic Cat 500/700, Yamaha Grizzly 660
Distinguishing Factors:
Robust 4x4 system, capable engine, Kawasaki's reputation for durability
Drivetrain:
Variable Front Differential Lock (Sigma System), Automatic Transmission with Engine Braking
Suspension:
Independent Front and Rear Suspension with Adjustable Shocks
Braking:
Sealed Hydraulic Disc Brakes Front and Rear
Model Years Covered:
2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Specific Models Covered:
Kawasaki Brute Force KVF 650 4x4
Type:
Official Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual
Powertrain:
Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain, Final Drive
Chassis:
Frame, Suspension (Front & Rear), Steering, Wheels, Tires
Electrical:
Ignition System, Lighting, Starting System, Charging System, Battery, Wiring Diagrams, ECU
Fuel And Exhaust:
Fuel Injection System, Fuel Tank, Fuel Pump, Exhaust System
Brakes:
Front & Rear Brake Systems (Hydraulic), Parking Brake
Bodywork:
Body Panels, Plastics, Seat, Handlebars
Cooling:
Radiator, Fan, Coolant System
Lubrication:
Engine Oil, Gear Oil, CV Joint Grease
Maintenance:
Scheduled Maintenance, Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Lubrication Points
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic Procedures, Symptom-Based Troubleshooting Guides, Common Faults
Repair:
Component Disassembly and Reassembly, Specific Part Replacement, Engine Overhaul, Transmission Repair
Diagnosis:
Electrical System Diagnosis, Fuel System Diagnosis, Mechanical Component Diagnosis
Specifications:
Torque Values, Clearances, Adjustments, Fluid Capacities
Level:
Comprehensive Factory Level; Suitable for Professional Technicians and Advanced DIY Mechanics
Detail Level:
Step-by-step instructions with detailed illustrations and diagrams
Type:
4-stroke, SOHC, V-twin, liquid-cooled
Bore X Stroke:
76.0 x 73.0 mm
Valve System:
SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Horsepower:
Approx. 48 HP @ 6500 RPM (Varies slightly by year/tune)
Torque:
Approx. 37.6 lb-ft @ 5500 RPM (Varies slightly by year/tune)
Induction:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with Dual Mikuni 37mm Throttle Bodies (2005-2007), Mikuni 36mm Throttle Body (2008-2010)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Fuel Tank Capacity:
4.0 US gal (15 L), including 0.8 US gal (3 L) reserve
Oil Type:
SAE 10W-40 API SG or higher
Oil Capacity With Filter:
2.4 US qt (2.3 L)
System:
Liquid-cooled, forced circulation
Type:
Automatic (CVT - Continuously Variable Transmission)
Drive Modes:
2WD/4WD selector, Variable Front Differential Lock (Sigma System)
Reduction Gears:
High and Low range, Reverse
Engine Braking:
Integral engine braking
Cvtf Capacity:
1.1 US qt (1.0 L) for CVT, 0.2 US qt (0.2 L) for final reduction gear
Cvtf Type:
Kawasaki Genuine CVT Fluid or equivalent
Atv Safety Standards:
ANSI/SVIA 1-2003, B71.1-2003
Braking System:
Sealed hydraulic disc brakes front and rear, parking brake
4Wd System:
Variable Front Differential Lock (Sigma System) for enhanced traction
Handlebars:
Wide handlebars with comfortable grip and control placement
Footwells:
Wide, rugged footpegs with heel guards
Lighting:
Dual 30W headlights, 15W taillight/brake light
Display:
Digital LCD dashboard displaying speed, odometer, trip meter, fuel level, 2WD/4WD indicator, differential lock indicator, clock.
Traction Control:
Variable Front Differential Lock (Sigma System) for enhanced off-road traction management.
Diagnostic Port:
Includes diagnostic capabilities for troubleshooting via the ECU.
Engine Oil Change:
Every 6 months or 1000 miles (1600 km) or 100 hours
Air Filter Cleaning:
Every 6 months or 500 miles (800 km) or 50 hours; replace as needed
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 12 months or 1000 miles (1600 km) or 100 hours
Cvtf Fluid Change:
Every 24 months or 2000 miles (3200 km) or 200 hours
Engine Oil Grade:
SAE 10W-40 API SG or higher
Coolant Type:
Kawasaki All Season Coolant or equivalent ethylene glycol-based coolant with a 50/50 mix of distilled water
Common Complaints:
Potential for CV joint boot wear, occasional carburetor issues (on earlier models with carburetors), heat management for the rear cylinder. The manual will detail diagnostic procedures for these.
Engine Oil Drain Plug:
24 N·m (17.5 lb-ft)
Wheel Hub Nut:
88 N·m (65 lb-ft)
Kawasaki Atv Legacy:
Kawasaki has a long-standing reputation for building durable and capable ATVs, tracing its ATV lineage back to the pioneering Three Wheelers.
Brute Force Lineage:
The Brute Force line replaced the Prairie model, offering a more powerful V-twin engine and enhanced off-road capabilities. The KVF650 was a significant step up in performance and features for Kawasaki's utility ATV segment.
Manufacturing Location:
Japan
Model Transition:
The KVF650 was later succeeded by the KVF750, which offered further engine upgrades and feature enhancements.
