{"id":5903,"date":"2018-06-01T15:24:12","date_gmt":"2018-06-01T15:24:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/?p=5903"},"modified":"2018-06-05T11:13:05","modified_gmt":"2018-06-05T11:13:05","slug":"kawasaki-mule-pro-fxr-reviews","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/01\/kawasaki-mule-pro-fxr-reviews\/","title":{"rendered":"Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXR Reviews"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_5293\" style=\"width: 594px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5293\" class=\"size-large wp-image-5293\" src=\"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Mule-Pro-FXR-atomic-silver-2018-1024x575.png\" alt=\"Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXR\" width=\"584\" height=\"328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Mule-Pro-FXR-atomic-silver-2018-1024x575.png 1024w, https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Mule-Pro-FXR-atomic-silver-2018-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Mule-Pro-FXR-atomic-silver-2018-768x431.png 768w, https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Mule-Pro-FXR-atomic-silver-2018-500x281.png 500w, https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Mule-Pro-FXR-atomic-silver-2018.png 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 584px) 100vw, 584px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-5293\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">New for 2018 is the Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXR shown here in Atomic Silver.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>One of the <a href=\"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/2017\/07\/19\/kawasaki-announces-2018-utvs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">key additions to Kawasaki&#8217;s 2018 utility vehicle lineup<\/a> is the new Mule Pro-FXR. The Pro-FXR builds on their successful Pro-FX and Pro-FXT models with new styling highlights and recreational features. In the styling department the Mule Pro-FXR features a ???truck like appearance??? with painted bodywork, low-profile LED inner and halogen outer headlights, front and rear bumpers and contoured two-tone seats. For recreational riding the FXR is shorter than the other Pro Mules (about 12??? shorter than the FX) and sports a shorter turning radius (14.0 ft. compared to 16.0 ft. for the FX) and higher ground clearance (about 0.5???). Pricing for the Mule Pro-FXR starts at $14,999. Other key features of the 2018 Mule Pro-FXR include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>812cc, DOHC, 3-cylinder engine with EFI<\/li>\n<li>2WD\/4WD\/4WD with rear differential lock<\/li>\n<li>Engine braking<\/li>\n<li>EPS<\/li>\n<li>10.8??? of ground clearance<\/li>\n<li>1,000 lb. steel cargo bed<\/li>\n<li>2,000 lb. towing capacity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Below are highlights from reviews of the Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXR by trade publications and enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<p>The reviews are generally positive for the Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXR. ?? This isn???t a high performance trail riding UTV, but a solid performer with a good sized engine, smooth riding suspension, smaller size and tighter turning radius than the Mule Pro-FX and a comfortable cabin. Some of the common comments from across the reviews include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Quiet<\/li>\n<li>Smooth ride<\/li>\n<li>Handles tougher trail conditions well<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.atv.com\/manufacturer\/kawasaki\/2018-kawasaki-mule-pro-fxr-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">ATV.com<\/a> -??Kawasaki sponsored test drive event at Hearst Ranch in California. Rugged and rocky terrain.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>More of a trail machine without sacrificing too much of the work capabilities<\/li>\n<li>Hybrid of the Mule Pro-FX and Teryx<\/li>\n<li>Foot shorter than Pro-FX but with same passenger, cargo and towing capacity<\/li>\n<li>Wheelbase is more than a foot shorter producing a tighter turning radius<\/li>\n<li>Quieter than other Mules. Can hold a conversation on the trail.<\/li>\n<li>Shocks smoothed out the bumps on rougher trail sections<\/li>\n<li>Not peppy or as responsive as a Teryx but plenty of power delivered smoothly<\/li>\n<li>Good stability down hills<\/li>\n<li>Good choice for trail riders looking more for comfort and features over performance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.totallandscapecare.com\/landscaping-equipment\/kawasakis-newest-mule-is-designed-to-stand-out-from-the-crowd\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Totallandscapecare.com<\/a> -??Kawasaki sponsored test drive event at Hearst Ranch in California.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Noticeable truck-like and upscale styling<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable cabin and driving experience with contoured seating, padded steering, spacious cabin and speed sensitive power steering<\/li>\n<li>Smooth ride<\/li>\n<li>Vehicle handles steep drops smoothly thanks to the CVT transmission and engine braking<\/li>\n<li>Rubber mounted engine is quiet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=K_nzDL58fLM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">NLGhostWolf<\/a> ??? Consumer review &#8211; Trail riding in Newfoundland, Canada<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Quiet<\/li>\n<li>Very smooth suspension<\/li>\n<li>Loves the persimmon red color<\/li>\n<li>Very impressed with the vehicle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=AOItCHjmNN4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Consumer Review<\/a> &#8211; Riding on Ozark Mountain logging roads with some snow on the ground<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tougher and rides better than a Polaris Ranger<\/li>\n<li>No wheel slippage up the hill<\/li>\n<li>???Very happy with this Mule???<\/li>\n<li>Had a Mule 4010 but a rougher ride<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=o5m4VFs1QiA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Dealer Walkaround and Review<\/a> ??? Mainland Cycle Center of Texas<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shorter wheelbase<\/li>\n<li>Cargo bed a little shorter<\/li>\n<li>Smaller size but many of the same features we like on the Mule Pro-FX<\/li>\n<li>46 mph top speed<\/li>\n<li>Fully independent suspension<\/li>\n<li>New 27??? Duro Power Grip tires<\/li>\n<li>Same 812 cc motor that we really like; really smooth<\/li>\n<li>Quiet in the cabin<\/li>\n<li>New front facia and bumper with aluminum inserts<\/li>\n<li>Better feedback from suspension than Mule Pro-FX, less floaty<\/li>\n<li>Easy opening doors rather than nets<\/li>\n<li>Contoured bench seats are more comfortable<\/li>\n<li>Steel bottom 1,000 lb. cargo bed<\/li>\n<li>Easy assisted bed dump<\/li>\n<li>Stainless steel exhaust<\/li>\n<li>Rear differential is overbuilt<\/li>\n<li>3 yr warranty<\/li>\n<li>New glove box door is easier to open<\/li>\n<li>Plenty of cabin storage<\/li>\n<li>Hard top is standard<\/li>\n<li>Built-in under driver seat storage<\/li>\n<li>Nice tight turning radius<\/li>\n<li>Good ground clearance<\/li>\n<li>Sporty machine for both work and trail riding<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the key additions to Kawasaki&#8217;s 2018 utility vehicle lineup is the new Mule Pro-FXR. The Pro-FXR builds on their successful Pro-FX and Pro-FXT models with new styling highlights and recreational features. In the styling department the Mule Pro-FXR &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/01\/kawasaki-mule-pro-fxr-reviews\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[19,20,1829,26,27],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5903","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-new-vehicle","category-pricing-info","category-side-by-side-2","category-technology","category-utility-vehicles"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5903"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5903"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5903\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5918,"href":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5903\/revisions\/5918"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5903"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5903"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smallvehicleresource.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5903"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}