Powerful 454cc, SOHC,
single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine
designed for a wide powerband and strong
performance
Uses a cylinder canted
forward for lower center of gravity,
reduced engine height and lower seat
height
Compact 4-valve cylinder
head with large intake valves and straight
intake ports for increased cylinder
charging efficiency
Sportbike-derived
chain-and-gear camshaft drive system
allows a short/narrow cylinder head
design and reduced overall engine height
Plasma Spray Coating
(SPSC) cylinders allows lightweight
cylinder construction resistance to
heat and friction
Suzuki fuel injection
system featuring high-performance motorcycle
technology provides excellent throttle
response, fuel efficiency and quick
engine starts under all operating conditions
QuadMatic™ CVT-type
automatic transmission designed for
maximum versatility and convenience
– fender-mounted gate-type shifter
operation for high/low forward ranges,
plus neutral and reverse
Advanced engine brake
system minimizes free-wheeling to reduce
downhill speed
Electric 2WD, 4WD
and differential-lock 4WD - convenient
handlebar-mounted push-button controls
allow the rider to easily select the
right setting for any traction condition
Compact torque-sensing
limited-slip front differential offers
more powerful traction plus light steering
effort, including a differential-lock
system that provides serious four-wheel-drive
traction.
High capacity aluminum
radiator with large diameter cooling
fan for stable engine operating temperature
KingQuad 450
ATV Chassis/Suspension
Comfortable T-shaped
seat with tapered design for rider mobility,
plus thick padding for support
Independent double
A-arm front suspension with 7.1 inches
of wheel travel – includes large
diameter shock absorbers with 5-way
spring preload adjustment
Fully independent,
I-beam rear suspension with long suspension
travel (7.9 inches) – includes
5-way preload adjustable shock absorbers
and large diameter rear sway-bar
Sealed, multi-plate
rear brake system – sealed, clutch-type
design provides high durability, reduced
unsprung weight and low-maintenance
25-inch Maxxis tires
mounted on lightweight aluminum-alloy
wheels
Polyethylene skid
plate provides front-to-rear under carriage
protection with minimal resistance over
rocks and rough terrain. Durable plastic
guards protect the front and rear half
shafts
KingQuad 450
ATV Utility/Convenience
Features
Distinctively-styled
30W multi-reflector halogen headlights,
and compact 5/21W tail light and brake
light
High output magneto
generator system and large 18-amp maintenance-free
battery provides extra power
Large 4.6 gallon fuel
tank positioned for a low center-of-gravity
– includes vacuum-operated petcock,
ratchet-style fuel cap and bar-type
fuel gauge
Rugged steel-tube
racks with wrinkle paint finish for
increased durability and scratch resistance
Large 2.8 liter water
resistant front storage compartment
similar to Vinson 500 – includes
new easy-to-open/close screw-on cap