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Re: Can Am Defender Vs. Kawasaki FXT Pro...a Comparison [Re: 603Country] #8772213 01/02/23 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by 603Country
This is an interesting thread. Just to know what a Yamaha 1000 is, I looked it up. I had to laugh, since my mud covered, butt ugly, noisy, slow Kubota is so far different from that Yamaha, that it’s funny. The Yamaha is a supermodel, where my Kubota is…uuuh…something else.


Yeah, definitely not a SxS for work...unless you race for a living.

Here is a shot of my Buddies Yamaha - it has won multiple races and Texas Pro Championship last season.
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Re: Can Am Defender Vs. Kawasaki FXT Pro...a Comparison [Re: 4Weight] #8772216 01/02/23 05:50 PM
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Originally Posted by 4Weight
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LOL


The new rig

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Before I added the CV axle guards

Thing has some ground clearance I’ll give it that


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Re: Can Am Defender Vs. Kawasaki FXT Pro...a Comparison [Re: txtrophy85] #8772231 01/02/23 06:27 PM
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When you tow it DONT strap to the bumper of the mule!!!


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Originally Posted by BOBO the Clown
When you tow it DONT strap to the bumper of the mule!!!



the bumper is just a simple bolt on.....i use the winch to secure it to the trailer


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Re: Can Am Defender Vs. Kawasaki FXT Pro...a Comparison [Re: txtrophy85] #8772314 01/02/23 08:27 PM
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Originally Posted by txtrophy85
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When you tow it DONT strap to the bumper of the mule!!!



the bumper is just a simple bolt on.....i use the winch to secure it to the trailer


Technically 2 bolts that have stress points designed to give. smile


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Re: Can Am Defender Vs. Kawasaki FXT Pro...a Comparison [Re: txtrophy85] #8772461 01/03/23 12:18 AM
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Originally Posted by txtrophy85
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worthless

LOL


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Before I added the CV axle guards

Thing has some ground clearance I’ll give it that


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Ahh now we’re talking. That’s a great looking mule. Thanks for posting

Re: Can Am Defender Vs. Kawasaki FXT Pro...a Comparison [Re: txtrophy85] #8773108 01/03/23 08:50 PM
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So was really leaning towards to the Mule due to size (similar to you - garage, etc). However with kids driving, the rolling is concerning.

Re: Can Am Defender Vs. Kawasaki FXT Pro...a Comparison [Re: Texican] #8773138 01/03/23 09:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Texican
So was really leaning towards to the Mule due to size (similar to you - garage, etc). However with kids driving, the rolling is concerning.


His is lifted with a shackle lift. It doesn’t roll like that stock or HD springs

I specifically went mule over CanAm due to Throttle response and stability(mule crew vs hd10 single(crew is different animal). The mule is more gradual throttle, can am is more like a dragster. In my mind the kids are safer in Mule, but nothing is overly safe at 40mph


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Originally Posted by BOBO the Clown
Originally Posted by Texican
So was really leaning towards to the Mule due to size (similar to you - garage, etc). However with kids driving, the rolling is concerning.


His is lifted with a shackle lift. It doesn’t roll like that stock or HD springs

I specifically went mule over CanAm due to Throttle response and stability(mule crew vs hd10 single(crew is different animal). The mule is more gradual throttle, can am is more like a dragster. In my mind the kids are safer in Mule, but nothing is overly safe at 40mph


I think if I upgraded to HD springs it would take the roll out. I also have the Pro-box 6 speaker roof which adds some weight on top. But the mules I drove in stock form also had more noticeable body roll than the can am.

I would agree kids are much safer in a mule, than a single seat can am.

Fwiw the crew cab can am is super stable at 40 mph. I’ve not got the mule to 40 but at 30 it’s acceptable , not as stable as the can am, but I wouldn’t expect it to be based on its wheelbase.


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Re: Can Am Defender Vs. Kawasaki FXT Pro...a Comparison [Re: txtrophy85] #8773501 01/04/23 04:17 AM
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Originally Posted by txtrophy85
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So was really leaning towards to the Mule due to size (similar to you - garage, etc). However with kids driving, the rolling is concerning.


His is lifted with a shackle lift. It doesn’t roll like that stock or HD springs

I specifically went mule over CanAm due to Throttle response and stability(mule crew vs hd10 single(crew is different animal). The mule is more gradual throttle, can am is more like a dragster. In my mind the kids are safer in Mule, but nothing is overly safe at 40mph


I think if I upgraded to HD springs it would take the roll out. I also have the Pro-box 6 speaker roof which adds some weight on top. But the mules I drove in stock form also had more noticeable body roll than the can am.

I would agree kids are much safer in a mule, than a single seat can am.

Fwiw the crew cab can am is super stable at 40 mph. I’ve not got the mule to 40 but at 30 it’s acceptable , not as stable as the can am, but I wouldn’t expect it to be based on its wheelbase.


Yes if you have that top you for sure need HD spring. Look at the s3 springs.


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I’ll check into it.

I asked the tech at the dealership if o needed HD springs and they said no.

It’s a little low in the rear, maybe this will take the cali lean out and stiffen up the roll.

Just looked, It’s the probox 4 speaker with sub, but there is still some weight up there.



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I’ll check into it.

I asked the tech at the dealership if o needed HD springs and they said no.

It’s a little low in the rear, maybe this will take the cali lean out and stiffen up the roll.

Just looked, It’s the probox 4 speaker with sub, but there is still some weight up there.



That top is very heavy


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Re: Can Am Defender Vs. Kawasaki FXT Pro...a Comparison [Re: BOBO the Clown] #8773807 01/04/23 05:23 PM
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its got some weight on it for sure, i picked it up, but I don't think its any heavier than say a ranch armor or quack rack metal aftermarket roof.



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Re: Can Am Defender Vs. Kawasaki FXT Pro...a Comparison [Re: Vern1] #8774020 01/04/23 10:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Vern1

Originally Posted by 603Country
This is an interesting thread. Just to know what a Yamaha 1000 is, I looked it up. I had to laugh, since my mud covered, butt ugly, noisy, slow Kubota is so far different from that Yamaha, that it’s funny. The Yamaha is a supermodel, where my Kubota is…uuuh…something else.


Yeah, definitely not a SxS for work...unless you race for a living.

Here is a shot of my Buddies Yamaha - it has won multiple races and Texas Pro Championship last season.
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If you ever want a race-ready buggy, I've got a buddy that builds them to sell. He's more of a can am fella though and seems to stomp a lot of the yamahas. (Not knockin the yamerhammers in the least). He's currently working on one for the KOH.

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Update:

After 60 days of owning the Mule, I'll say i prefer it to the Can-Am for 95% of what I do. I do prefer the larger bed of the can am for working but really like the shorter wheelbase of the mule, its very nimble compared to the much longer Can-Am.

Really cool little machine.

If you asked me today which machine would go and which would stay, I would keep the Mule


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Originally Posted by 603Country
The Yamaha is a supermodel, where my Kubota is…uuuh…something else.


Sorry, I had to laugh at this! Are you saying your Kubota has a "great personality?"

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I bought one the the first Mule Pro's when they come out in 2014. All I've ever had to do is tires, oil and oil and air filters. It's been a highly reliable machine.


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Where do you guys go to get a aftermarket plastic roof for the HD10 max?

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Originally Posted by Huntmaster
Where do you guys go to get a aftermarket plastic roof for the HD10 max?


dont do plastic if you can get away with it. I glass from top of mine alot.

ranch armor is a good company


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I have the Defender HD10 and a friend has a Honda. Working, my can am is a hoss. Just riding to the stand, that Honda is so smooth

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Originally Posted by BOBO the Clown
Originally Posted by Huntmaster
Where do you guys go to get a aftermarket plastic roof for the HD10 max?


dont do plastic if you can get away with it. I glass from top of mine alot.

ranch armor is a good company

I agree on the metal roof. My lonestar came with the plastic roof and I soon learned to not get on top of it.

Instead of ranch armor I went with the low-pro Fortress steel roof and have been very happy with it. It's a little more low profile than the Ranch Armor to where I could still fit in my garage.

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plastic roofs suck.

I hate the one on my can am


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Where do you guys go to get a aftermarket plastic roof for the HD10 max?


dont do plastic if you can get away with it. I glass from top of mine alot.

ranch armor is a good company

I agree on the metal roof. My lonestar came with the plastic roof and I soon learned to not get on top of it.

Instead of ranch armor I went with the low-pro Fortress steel roof and have been very happy with it. It's a little more low profile than the Ranch Armor to where I could still fit in my garage.


I forgot about fortress. Actually what i have on my Mule


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I love my Mule. It is perfect for my little 100 acre farm property. Coming out of a 4010 Trans Mule the ride is silky smooth. One of the things I needed was an enclosed cab. The Kawasaki brand looked hideous so I bought the fortress. Unfortunately the doors do not seal well but they do knock the wind off which is perfect.

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The Mule would not work at the much larger ranch property as it would be too easy for the dust to get in. We currently have the Polaris Ranger 900.

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I am looking to upgrade the Polaris with the enclosed cab Can Am with heat and air. I am a little concerned with the low ground clearance.

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