EddieWalker
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Teryx is for going fast, Mule is for getting stuff done. There really isn't much to compare to each other.
Work UTV ... narrow down some choices please
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Redneck in training
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Mule 610 looks like undestructable. I saw many in refineries, gas plants and remote oil and gas installation all abused and beat up but working. When we went to buy Mule we didn't like the single cylinder engine.
Teryx is fun (or for fun) machine I suppose while Mule is a work horse. Teryx is governed to 50 mph. The governor can be bypassed if more speed is desired.
I always look at used market and see how many low hours are for sale there. If there are many with low hours then I would assume that the machine might have issues. If there are few and expensive that might be sign that people are happy with them.
We put 5 hour on ours so far. I installed a winch on it which we already used to to unload heavy stuff from my trailer. The winch can pull 4000 lb but it would take 375A! I guess the motor will smoke if used longer than few seconds at that load. I used gauge 4 Cu wires from battery to the contactor and soldered all connections instead just crimping.
Teryx is fun (or for fun) machine I suppose while Mule is a work horse. Teryx is governed to 50 mph. The governor can be bypassed if more speed is desired.
I always look at used market and see how many low hours are for sale there. If there are many with low hours then I would assume that the machine might have issues. If there are few and expensive that might be sign that people are happy with them.
We put 5 hour on ours so far. I installed a winch on it which we already used to to unload heavy stuff from my trailer. The winch can pull 4000 lb but it would take 375A! I guess the motor will smoke if used longer than few seconds at that load. I used gauge 4 Cu wires from battery to the contactor and soldered all connections instead just crimping.
nybirdman
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We have a 2008 Teryx in the family.It has been a very good machine.750cc twin,nice power and durable.My ony knock is the angle of the gas pedal,seams awkward to me.I have a 1998 Kawasaki ATV and it has been bullet proof.
HHR
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How is the fuel economy? I know people with the Brute Force ATVs and they really use the gas.
I do know that the Teryx uses the same wheel bearings as the Yamaha 660 Grizzly ATV. Yamaha charges $71 and Kawasaki charges $17.
nybirdman
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Couldn't say on fuel mileage,I have only driven it a few times(It belongs to my SIL).My new Viking(700cc FI)is suppose to get 18-20mpg.None of the large side by sides with the big motors are going to be great on fuel.Again the Teryx is well built solid machine;it would be my second choice after the Vikings.Used ones with low hours are hard to find;the one you found sounds like a keeper.I put 4,000 miles on my 2006 Yamaha Rhino with zero problems.
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I have a JD Gator 855D. Prior to that I had a Teyrx....I liked it, it was a real hot rod. Gator is SLOW compared to the Teyrx.
#1 it is a gas hog....one reason I went to diesel. Always had problems with the gas cans.
#2 you can solve the gas pedal problem by putting a heel support to plant your foot...picture below.
#1 it is a gas hog....one reason I went to diesel. Always had problems with the gas cans.
#2 you can solve the gas pedal problem by putting a heel support to plant your foot...picture below.
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The Teryx wasn't even on the radar... it was only because one popped up at my Kubota/Kawasaki dealer...
Still thinking about it because it is the least expensive well cared for used I've come across... $7500
The Teryx wasn't even on the radar... it was only because one popped up at my Kubota/Kawasaki dealer...
Still thinking about it because it is the least expensive well cared for used I've come across... $7500
HHR
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Keep in mind the Teryx will not have "turf mode" and will tear up your yard in turns due to the permanently locked rear differential.
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I did not know that... there is a manual lever for locking the rear differential.
Really no yard as the property is farm Christmas Trees and Pasture.
The Teryx seemed to be very powerful... I have no need or desire for speed... just can't get my head around 12 to 18k with taxes and fees... never paid that much for my cars except for one.
Tested the Mule 610 yesterday and I think for buying new it would come up a little short all around.
Really no yard as the property is farm Christmas Trees and Pasture.
The Teryx seemed to be very powerful... I have no need or desire for speed... just can't get my head around 12 to 18k with taxes and fees... never paid that much for my cars except for one.
Tested the Mule 610 yesterday and I think for buying new it would come up a little short all around.
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DK35vince
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Sounds like a pretty good price on the Teryx for the condition and low hours.