A middleweight utility ATV with heavyweight ability – that’s the brand new
Grizzly 550.
The newest bear incorporates most of the advanced riding
technology features of Yamaha’s biggest and most powerful ATV, the Grizzly
700, but is powered by a compact 558cc four-stroke single engine.
This advanced powerplant is built to deliver an ideal combination of low
running costs and high-traction torque through the rev range to help the new
Grizzly 550 appeal to a wide cross-section of ATV users.
The four-valve engine features a new crankshaft that’s been reprofiled
for even smoother running, a new cylinder head with a long-reach spark plug
for easy starting, and EFI fuel injection for better emissions and lower
fuel consumption.
Yamaha’s three-position push-button On Command drive system offers a
choice of 2WD, 4WD, or 4WD with differential lock to keep Grizzly 550 going
across the most difficult terrain. And fully automatic Ultramatic™
transmission makes forward motivation both simple and controllable.
Industry leading all-round double-wishbone independent suspension help
all wheels stick to the deck to increase traction when the going gets tough,
while all wheel disc brakes feature with shaft drive for ultimate user
friendliness.
Yamaha’s variable-resistance Electronic Power Steering (EPS) takes the
stress out of everyday tasks, no matter how much work a user packs into a
Grizzly 550 day. And that’s a lot, thanks to the 20-litre underseat fuel
tank and even better ergonomics including a redesigned seat, throttle
control and transmission shift lever, plus new arm guards front and rear to
optimise durability. A tough digital instrumentation pod provides a full
rundown of speed, engine hours, fuel and transmission status, and a double
trip meter.
Cargo racks front and rear join a big range of optional accessories
including bulldozer blades, power winches, skid plates and brush guards to
build on Grizzly 550’s already impressive functionality.
A dead ringer for its legendary big brother the Grizzly 700, just about
the only thing that isn’t full-sized on the brand new Grizzly 550 is the
price.
Features:
The 500-600cc class has a new leader, with a fully featured
package based on its best-selling bigger brother, the
Grizzly 700 FI, with a new 558cc powerplant and offering
plenty of grunt.
Electronic fuel injection means instantaneous cold starts
and optimal performance in nearly any condition, from below
sea level to 15,000 feet.
Industry-exclusive, fully automatic Ultramatic® transmission
is the most advanced drive system in ATV-ing. An automatic
centrifugal clutch maintains constant belt tension for
reduced belt wear and industry-exclusive all-wheel downhill
engine braking.
