Fresh Looks & Limited Editions for Yamaha Motor’s 2023 ATV and Side-by-Side Line-up
Driving Positive Emotion For Decades
Yamaha Motor has been revving hearts for over 65 years. The brand is fuelled by a passion for engineering excellence, proven quality, durability and reliability, all of which come together to deliver excitement and help customers feel at one with their machine. From all-terrain vehicles and motorbikes to outboard engines, from golf cars to snowmobiles, every product is crafted with the customer in mind.
Yamaha Motor ATV and Side-by-Side range is designed for our customers to experience the outdoors like never before, with a wide range of options available in three main segments: Utility, Leisure and Sport.
Yamaha’s Utility segment is centred around owners who need a highly performing, robust and dependable partner in their daily work, granting them the desired result while enjoying the true beauty and pleasure of that work. The Leisure range, on the other hand is engineered to be the ideal ally for any adventure-seeker and lover of the outdoors – be it alone or in company. The Sport segment stems from Yamaha’s signature racing DNA: adrenaline and performance made for the most competitive ones – starting from the youngest and going all the way up to the pilots dreaming for Dakar.
Introducing Yamaha’s 2023 ATV and Side-by-Side Line-up
Across the range, 2023 sees fresh colours and graphics updating the styling of many of the vehicles. Off-road fans will be thrilled to discover some of the technical enhancements deployed and for those who want something extra special – introducing the new Wolverine® RMAX™2 1000 LE (Limited Edition)!
Utility Vehicles: #DRIVENBYRESULTS
Whether you’re taking the fast track across the farm, ranging through the forest or tackling tough industrial conditions, our Utility segment has a range of vehicles to suit any outdoor working challenge you care to throw at them. These rugged, dependable vehicles offer high-end engineering, comfort, stylish looks, and incredible durability that nix any performance worries and allow you to take joy from your work year-round.
The 2023 range of two- and four-wheel drives features exciting new colours and graphics for a refreshed look to these utility classics. The Viking is a functionality-rich, durable Side-by-Side, with a spacious 3-seat layout, making it the ideal choice for versatility and for transporting small teams in utility or commercial settings. The legendary Kodiak is a straight-up workhorse for those who need a tough and versatile vehicle that pairs performance and reliability.
Viking EPS
Created to be the ultimate utility 3-seater, the Viking handles challenging terrain with ease. With its powerful high torque 686cc engine, switchable 2WD/4WD, plus a tipping cargo bed that carries loads up to 272 kg, the Viking is your rugged and extremely adaptable SxS partner.
- Comfortable and spacious 3-seat layout, with a walk-through floor that allows easy access to the cabin
- Steel, pallet size tilting cargo bed that can carry loads of up to 272 kg
- Fully loaded with Yamaha Off-Road Technology including EPS, Ultramatic® transmission, switchable 2WD and 4WD
- Available in Olive Green and Yamaha Blue
Kodiak 700 Family
The nimble yet powerful Kodiak 700 offers universally recognised off-road proficiency, exact handling and comes with the big bore 686cc engine, ideal for towing even over the most difficult terrain. With its handy carrying racks, automatic transmission, 2WD/4WD drive system and a powerful winch, this rugged all-terrain vehicle is always ready to work and play.
Kodiak 700
- Powerful 686cc SOHC 4-stroke high-torque engine
- Yamaha Ultramatic® CVT automatic transmission
- Mechanical 2WD/4WD system
- Front and rear racks for carrying large loads
- Front-mounted WARN VRX 25 winch as standard
- Available in Olive Green
Kodiak 700 EPS
With additional:
- Equipped with Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
- On-Command® 2WD/4WD drive system with Diff-lock
- Available in Olive Green
Kodiak 700 EPS SE (Special Edition)
With additional:
- SE (Special Edition) – Exclusive two-tone painted body & aluminium wheels
- Available in Yamaha Blue
Kodiak 450 Family
The Kodiak 450 has plenty of power to conquer the toughest terrain, thanks to a punchy 421cc engine producing plenty of smooth torque at low revs. With Yamaha’s exceptional endurance and dependability, the 450’s compact chassis design, combined with gas-charged front and rear shocks delivers all-day riding comfort.
Kodiak 450
- High torque 421cc 4-stroke engine
- On-Command® 2WD/4WD drive system
- Compact body design with roomy riding space
- Front and rear racks for carrying large loads
- Front-mounted WARN VRX 25 winch as standard
- Available in Olive Green
Kodiak 450 EPS
With additional:
- Electric Power Steering (EPS) for all-day comfort and confidence
- On-Command® 2WD/4WD drive system with Diff-lock
- Available in Olive Green
Kodiak 450 EPS SE (Special Edition)
With additional:
- SE (Special Edition) – Exclusive two-tone painted body & aluminium wheels
- Available in Yamaha Blue
Leisure Vehicles: #DRIVENBYFREEDOM
Yamaha’s range of Leisure ATVs and Side-by-Sides open up a whole new world of fun-filled, thrill-seeking adventure. From exciting weekend rides in forgotten or familiar places to happy holidays, packed with off-roading amusement, this segment is all about enjoyment, freedom and creating incredible memories.
Wolverine® RMAX™ 1000 Family
The Wolverine® RMAX™ 1000 family of highly capable off-roaders fuse electrifying performance from our class-leading 999cc engine with uncompromising styling and unique looks. The Wolverine RMAX 1000 range offers superior cabin interiors and are available as a four-seat powerhouse so you can discover adrenaline-charged new adventures with your family and friends, or as a two-seater delivering thrill-fuelling performance, ready to master the roughest terrain.
New for 2023
Upgrade Your Ride With Wolverine® RMAX™2 1000 LE
If you liked 2022’s Wolverine® RMAX™2 1000 SE with its slick paint job, Maxxis® Carnivore™ tyres, upgraded bumper, enhanced functionality and built-in winch, you’re going to love the Wolverine® RMAX™2 1000 LE. With everything you love about the SE model, the LE goes a step further with Fox®’s Intelligent Quick Switch (iQS) shocks. Electronically controlled suspension adjustment lets you take your ride from ultra-firm sports riding style, firm-comfort to softer, relaxed riding at the switch of button. And all controlled directly from the comfort of your cabin.
Wolverine® RMAX™2 1000
- Class-leading 999cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled DOHC engine
- Industry-leading 2-seat leisure Side-by-Side
- Fully loaded with Yamaha Off-Road technology
- Imposing and aggressive styling
- Advanced and comfort-focused adjustable suspension
- Hydraulically assisted tilting cargo bed
- Available in new Cyan / Yamaha Black
Wolverine® RMAX™2 1000 SE (Special Edition)
With additional:
- 30” Maxxis Carnivore tyres on colour-matched wheels and bedlock rims
- Premium front bumper with heavy-duty WARN® VRX45 (~2,000 kg) winch
- Eye-catching Special Edition paint scheme with bodywork and interior painted to match the cut-and-sew seats
- Available in new Desert Tan
Wolverine® RMAX™2 1000 LE (Limited Edition)
With additional:
- Fox Intelligent Quick Switch (iQS)
- Available in Titan / Midnight Blue
Wolverine® RMAX™4 1000
- Class-leading 999cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled DOHC engine
- Industry-leading 4-seat leisure Side-by-Side
- Fully loaded with Yamaha Off-Road technology
- Top-level capability with an imposing stance
- Outstanding automotive-style interior comfort and operational control
- Supremely secure and comfortable high back seating
- Available in Cyan / Yamaha Black
Wolverine® 850 Family
The Wolverine® 850 range provides exciting torque, combined with exceptional levels of agility and manoeuvrability in all types of terrain. Available as a four-seater with high-back seats that can easily accommodate four adults and can be folded to increase cargo space, or as a short wheelbase 2 seater, the Wolverine 850 is ready to make every journey an adventure you can share with friends and family.
Wolverine® X2 850
- 850cc parallel-twin cylinder engine – anywhere, anytime power!
- On-Command® 2WD/4WD drive system with Diff -lock
- Key-controlled Speed management system
- Piggyback shocks and 27” Dirt Commander tyres on aluminium wheels
- Available in new Cyan / Yamaha Black
Wolverine® X4 850
With additional:
- Self-levelling cushion shocks – adjusts for four plus cargo
- Comfortably accommodates four full-size adults
- New Sun Roof and adjustable KYB Piggy-Back shock-absorbers front and rear
- Available in new Cyan / Yamaha Black
Grizzly Family
A veritable force of nature, the legendary Grizzly is a sturdy, compact off-roader with a great array of features to give you the freedom to explore in the most challenging environments. Whether on the trail, in the woods or traversing hills, the versatile Grizzly with its gutsy MKII 686cc engine and rugged chassis will be your trustworthy travelling companion.
Grizzly 700 EPS
- Powerful 686cc SOHC 4-stroke engine
- On-Command® 2WD/4WD drive system with Diff -lock
- Yamaha Ultramatic® CVT automatic transmission
- Independent long-travel adjustable suspension
- 12” aluminium wheels with 26” Maxxis tyres
- Available in new Cyan / Yamaha Black and Camouflage
Grizzly 700 EPS SE (Special Edition)
With additional:
- SE (Special Edition) package – stylish new body colour with exclusive graphics and 27″ Zilla Maxxis tyres on 14″ cast aluminium wheels
- Available in new Titan / Midnight Blue and Desert Tan XT-R
Sports Vehicles: #DRIVENBYVICTORY
From the very first adventures in the sport as a youngster, to taking top places in Dakar, our Sport segment ATVs and Side-by-Sides are designed for those who are #DRIVENBYVICTORY. Guaranteeing high performance and an authentic adrenaline rush, Yamaha Motor has created an exciting off-road vehicle for each stage of the journey to achieving your racing dream.
The YFZ50 and YFM90R mini-ATV’s are the perfect choice introduction to the Sport range for younger riders #DRIVENBYFUN with a desire to compete and win. These mini ATV powerhouses are a guaranteed thrill ride, providing endless excitement whilst also being easy to maintain and simple to use, preparing the next generation for competitive off-road racing.
For the racer at heart, our mid-range YFZ450R, YFZ450R SE models deliver unadulterated excitement and competitive performance from the second you cross the start line. The race-bred YFM700R SE is a true racing ATV, designed to deliver adrenalin-fuelled action, whatever the terrain.
These ATV’s have razor-sharp handling, ultra-responsive performance engines and aggressive styling, built for serious riders looking to take the next adrenaline pumping step on the road to competitive racing.
The breath-taking YXZ1000R Side-by-Side models are the highest power and spec in our Sport segment: Awesome machines engineered to dominate tough terrain and win serious competitions, as proven recently in the 2021 Dakar Rally by Camelia Liparoti and her co-driver Annett Fischer in their YXZ1000R, claiming a sensational second place in the T3.1 class, inspiring a new generation of drivers to follow their racing dreams and take on their next racing challenge.
Coming to 2023 in inspiring new colours and graphic treatments, the Sport segment of mighty ATVs and Side-by-Sides fuses great power and dynamic performance to revolutionise your riding experience forever. With Yamaha racing DNA built-in, each will be the perfect partner to take those with a real hunger for podium places to the next level in their competitive journey.
YXZ1000R Family
Built to dominate the most extreme terrain and to compete to win, the YXZ1000R Side-by-Sides take off-road racing and performance to the next level. With the industry’s only true racing Side-by-Side with a shifted gearbox, these are machines for racers who want to discover their true winning potential. Featuring unique rally-style sequential shifting, with Sport-Shift paddle levers on SS models, the YXZ1000R family is built for victory.
YXZ1000R:
- Race-ready 3-cylinder 4-stroke, liquid-cooled DOHC 998cc engine – red line at 10,500 RPM!
- Long-stroke suspension absorbs all types of terrain
- Sturdy chassis and suspension for hard, fast riding
- Fox® shocks at front and rear for supreme comfort and road holding
- Available in Racing Blue and Teal / Yamaha Black
YXZ1000R SS:
- Sequential five-speed gearbox with reverse
- Sport-Shift paddle levers give total control
- Power steering – great precision with less fatigue
- Fighter-pilot style cockpit with automotive dash
- Sleek body and ROPS design – superb 360º visibility
- Available in Racing Blue and Teal / Yamaha Black
Sport ATV Models
Nothing comes close to our mid-range YFM700R SE, YFZ450R SE and YFZ450R Sport ATV models for pure adrenalin-fuelled excitement. If you are looking to take the next step on the road to competitive racing, these distinctive machines are built to leave the competition standing.
YFZ450R:
- Race-bred, high-performance 4-stroke 450cc engine
- High compression engine for instant performance
- Lightweight piggyback 3-way adjustable shocks for precise handling
- Dual front discs with wave-type rear disc
- 32-bit fuel injection for instant response
- Light action throttle lever
- First ATV in its class with a slipper clutch
- Available in Racing Blue
YFZ450R SE (Special Edition):
With additional:
- SE (Special Edition) – available in an exclusive colour that gives an even more distinctive look on the track
- Quick release body panel and colour matched wheel trim
- Available in Teal / Yamaha Black
YFM700R SE (Special Edition):
- High-tech race-bred 686cc fuel-injected engine
- KYB Piggy Back Front & Rear shock with Dual Compression & Single Rebound adjustment
- Large 22-inch front tyres
- SE (Special Edition) – special cam and race-bred fuel mapping
- Colour matched wheel trim
- Available in Racing Blue and Teal / Yamaha Black
Youth Sport ATV Models
Our Youth Sport ATV’S are small in size, but big on fun and with a range of features you would expect to find on larger Yamaha models. The YFM90R and the YFZ50 are easy to ride and with racer-inspired styling, these are ATV’s that adults love too.
YFZ50:
- Compact, agile ATV for children aged 6-9 years
- Simple to use, fun to ride and easy to maintain
- The ideal introduction to ATV riding
- Yamaha quality, reliability, and backup
- Throttle screw for parental speed adjustment
- Available in Racing Blue and White
YFM90R:
- Fully automatic CVT transmission
- Electric start
- Chain Drive
- Parking Brake
- Throttle limiter
- Available in Racing Blue and White
T-Homologation – Make sure you’re ready for anything!
Make sure nothing holds you back from the work you need or the fun you want. T-homologation ensures your enjoyment of your new Yamaha ATV or SxS is unrestricted by local compliance and safety laws, restricting you from the road. Any Yamaha Utility or Leisure ATVs and Side-by-Sides can be brought into line with European guidelines, with selected vehicles available with WVTA (Whole Vehicle Type Approval). For more information on T-homologation pricing and availability please contact your Official Yamaha Dealer.
Getting It Right With ATVEA
Yamaha is a partner to ATVEA, the All-Terrain Vehicle Industry European Association. The organisation was founded in 2003 and has been working to promote the the correct and responsible use of ATVs and Side-by-Sides in Europe through initiatives such as e-learning courses to contribute to rider education and training. Find more information and training on your Yamaha Motor website or directly on the ATVEA website.
Yamaha Genuine Accessories & Apparel
No one understands a Yamaha ATV or Side-by-Side better than Yamaha, so when it comes to choosing a part, accessory or clothing, serious riders only choose genuine Yamaha products.
Yamaha designs and manufactures the widest range of accessories for the Utility, Leisure and Sport models, each perfectly matching the customer’s needs. Every product offers the highest level of quality and performance, together with a perfect fit for the customer’s machine.
Don’t forget the full range of Yamaha Off-Road clothing, including distinctive jerseys, gloves and more, plus dedicated ATV riding gear.
Design Your Dream Machine – Configure Your Perfect ATV and Side-by-Side Vehicles
Discover Yamaha’s unique configurator, a dedicated and immersive digital playground that allows you to bring your vision for your ideal Leisure or Utility vehicle to life. The customer-centric configurator allows you to personalise your Yamaha product by browsing and choosing the exact combination of accessories you want. You can get a quotation from a dealer of your choice in a couple of clicks, then, if you’re ready to make your dream a reality, they have your design to hand for the actual configuration of your vehicle.
The Yamaha configurator is available via the Yamaha website or Yamaha’s MyGarage App
