2011
Kawasaki MULE 610 4X4 XC Utility Vehicle
Key Features
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Kawasaki
MULE 610 4x4 XC Utility UTV Video |
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At a glance... |
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Extra-large 26-inch Maxxis Bighorn
2.0 radial tires mounted on 12-inch
wheels offer substantial off-road
capability
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Despite its 1.3-inch wider track
than standard Mule 610, the XC still
fits in a full-size pickup
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Large tires offer extra ground clearance
– now 8.1 inches – for excellent
rough-terrain capabilities
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Standard skid plates for the front
differential, engine and rear diff
add protection and greatly reduce
the chances of getting hung up on
obstacles
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All-weather seat cover provides
a secure perch for the driver and
passenger
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Sporty graphics give the XC a bold
look to match its mission
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A sport steering wheel from the
Teryx RUV enhances control and appearance
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Long front and rear suspension arms
provide superb off-road performance
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Optimum brake pedal ratio, strong
master-cylinder mount and high-performance
brake shoes provide substantial
braking performance
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Stain
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and scratch-resistant special black-texture
paint in the cargo bed enhances
the XC’s looks and durability
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Tailgate has a simple release for
easy opening and closing |
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Fan-cooled, Single-cylinder
Engine |
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The Mule’s simple and lightweight
401cc four-stroke single is compact,
lightweight and extremely durable
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Overhead valve design provides maximum
efficiency, while the XC’s carburetor
helps provide excellent fuel economy
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Fan cooling helps the engine maintain
an ideal operating temperature
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Cab frame air intake draws clean,
uncontaminated air for the engine
from the top of the cab
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High-mount exhaust design keeps
the system dry and out of harm’s
way
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An oil-temperature warning lamp
linked to a crankcase sensor help
prevent overheating |
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Easy Starting |
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The choke opens the throttle during
starting so the accelerator pedal
does not need to be depressed
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Stepping on the brake pedal allows
the engine to be started in gear |
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Gear Driven Engine
Balancer |
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A rotating balance weight moves
opposite the piston, dramatically
reducing vibration and minimizing
noise and wear for increased comfort
and reduced fatigue |
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Environmentally Friendly
Emissions |
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Carburetor settings reduce exhaust
emissions, a good thing for the
environment
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Positive crankcase ventilation system
recycles blow-by gases to the intake
tract where they’re burned in the
engine
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A USFS-approved spark arrestor in
the muffler greatly reduces fire
hazard
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California models have a check valve
on the fuel tank/charcoal canister
connector hose to prevent gasoline
from entering the canister when
operating on inclines or over rough
terrain |
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Kawasaki Automatic
Power-drive System (KAPS) |
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A simple and lightweight CVT (continuously
variable transmission) is fully
automatic and keeps engine speed
in the most efficient range for
any selected vehicle speed, load
or terrain
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Fully automatic transmission features
selectable two
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or four-wheel drive
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An open-sided drive pulley cools
better for longer belt life
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Belt deflection can be easily adjusted
by changing the shim thickness of
the adjuster bolt located on the
outside of the driven converter
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A die-cast aluminum belt converter
has high silicon content for compactness
and light weight, and offers excellent
toughness and durability
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The belt converter case is sealed
to keep out contaminants
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A long-wearing ATV-style double
cog CVT belt provides long wear
and minimal maintenance
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The belt converter’s air cleaner
cover uses a clip-type clamp for
easier maintenance, and a revised
sealing method provides an improved
seal
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A maintenance-free sealed bearing
unit is used between the front and
rear driveshafts |
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Dual-mode Differential |
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Locked mode provides maximum traction
in difficult conditions
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Unlocked mode decreases turning
radius and minimizes ground disturbance
– great for use on grass |
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Rack-and-pinion Steering |
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Ackerman rack-and-pinion steering
provides precise, accurate handling
and a small turning radius that
facilitates working in tight quarters
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Rack-and-pinion system is durable,
simple, easy to maintain and helps
reduce tire wear |
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MacPherson Strut
Independent Front Suspension |
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Long-travel front suspension serves
up a comfortable ride, excellent
load-carrying capability and excellent
terrain ability
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Simple, rugged single A-arm design
provides a tight turning radius
for extra maneuverability |
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Unit Swingarm Rear
Suspension |
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Unique design places engine and
rear wheels on a sub-frame with
a mid-point pivot that isolates
vibration for a smooth ride
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Mule 610 4x4 XC’s long-travel rear
end can handle heavy loads, yet
provides a comfortable ride even
with an empty cargo bed |
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Chassis |
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The front grille includes space
for mounting a 3,000-pound capacity
winch
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Compact, lightweight and easy to
transport to the job, the Mule fits
in the bed of a full-sized pickup
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Durable plastic body panels resist
dents, and the Mule 610 4x4 XC’s
Super Black finish is molded in
for long-lasting good looks |
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Safety Equipment |
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Fully meets SAE Roll Over Protective
Structure (ROPS) requirements for
wheeled tractors under SAE J1194,
7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.4, and 7.5, and
FMVSS 216
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Two seat belts enhance safety
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Speed limited to 25 mph keeps the
Mule well within its performance
envelope |
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Ample Storage |
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The front hood opens up to reveal
12.6 gallons of sealed storage space
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A passenger side glove box is perfect
for small item storage
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Cup holders located at each side
of the front hood by the dash keep
hydration close at hand |
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Tilting Cargo Bed |
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A steel cargo bed covered in non-slip
paint can carry up to 400 pounds,
and tilts for maintenance and cleaning
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A Teryx-style tailgate with simple
release mechanisms makes loading
and unloading easy |
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Simple Maintenance |
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A crankcase oil-level dipstick and
dual-element air cleaner make maintaining
the Mule quick and convenient |
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Cab Features |
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An automotive-style dash features
easy-reach controls
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A standard-equipment hour meter
makes maintenance intervals easy
to track
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Fuel gauge and oil temperature warning
light keep track of essential fluids
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Gear selector for High, Low, Neutral
and Reverse couldn’t be simpler
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A differential locking lever and
convenient parking brake are simple
to find and operate
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Powerful and stylish 35-watt headlights
let the work day continue after
dark |
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Popular Accessory
Items |
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Under seat storage compartment
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Speedometer
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Plastic Hard Top
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Windshield
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Headrests
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Winch
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Snow Plow |
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