Stop sale notice on All Kawasaki Teryx Vehicles

Will update more once we have more information..... but this is a big deal.

 

[AXE]

I would have thought so as well but 01680 is the highest VIN number I have heard of, if there were way more than 2000 out there you would think someone on all the Facebook groups would have responded as I posted that question on all the H2 related groups.

If I'm running that division and they bring me the pro formas and it says were gonna sell 300 units a month and falling after the initial release, then I'm not gonna green light the project. I'm gonna tell them to make some more KLRs, KXs and Ninjas..

They'll likely state the number of units affected in the actual recall. Then everyone can sit back and wait for their slightly redesigned replacement cast aluminum primary and new warranty. I think everyone hoping for a performance clutch is gonna be hanging their heads soon enough, but you aint getting anything special.

 

[olliechristopher]

I honestly am of the opinion the original design is not flawed for a lot of owners. When a driver screams this beast something is going to give. Even the most well built trophy trucks break. There was a lot of testing done before releasing this. Kawasaki even dumbed down the power. Unfortunately there are a few of the owners who only know one way to treat a machine.

If this was a breakage issue that did not risk injury then I believe the outcome would have been on the customers dime in some of the cases. It would not ended up a stop sale/ride issue.

Time and time again I see how some of these nuts behind the wheel drive and do to these machines. It's one of the reasons I quit going to Glamis and Dumont. I applaud Kawasaki for stepping up to the plate and making this right.

 

[AXE]

I honestly am of the opinion the original design is not flawed for a lot of owners. When a driver screams this beast something is going to give. Even the most well built trophy trucks break. There was a lot of testing done before releasing this. Kawasaki even dumbed down the power. Unfortunately there are a few of the owners who only know one way to treat a machine.

If this was a breakage issue that did not risk injury then I believe the outcome would have been on the customers dime in some of the cases. It would not ended up a stop sale/ride issue.

Time and time again I see how some of these nuts behind the wheel drive and do to these machines. It's one of the reasons I quit going to Glamis and Dumont. I applaud Kawasaki for stepping up to the plate and making this right.

I thought the original clutch performance was pretty decent and it clearly worked for dunes, woods, crawling, etc. I think is was poorly constructed with bad materials and casting so here we are.

My stuff gets used as intended, but is well maintained. I've ripped my H2 in dunes and desert when conditions allowed simce I bought it in September 25. I started inspecting my clutch every 100 miles after they started coming apart regularly in October. It failed the 5th inspection and the casting was flaking off and a couple of super fine fractures appeared. I brought it to the dealer for documentation about the same time the stop sale was announced.

That was the end of the saga for me, so I bought a Tapp primary and have now put on about 200 miles on it. Glad I did, so I could use it the past month+. Really haven't had any other issues in over 750 miles now.

If they come out with a reliable facsimile of the original clutch, that will satisfy some and piss off many others that think they are "owed" a different remedy. But that's how these things go and it's been s horrible 5 years for manufacturers of all brands.

 

[olliechristopher]

That was the end of the saga for me, so I bought a Tapp primary and have now put on about 200 miles on it. Glad I did, so I could use it the past month+. Really haven't had any other issues in over 750 miles now.

One thing I'm thankful for is the aftermarket in the powersports industry. Between Steve at Cornell Customs and Tapp Clutches this issue is resolved for the owners while waiting for a fix. As with anything aftermarket we do have to use caution as there is a lot of ill fitting and terrible modifications that can cause damage and empty a wallet quickly.

I personally would patiently wait for the fix as I have other avenues of enjoyment such as MTB, dirt/enduro bikes and adventure bike to keep me occupied. In fact I'm actually looking at this H2 platform to purchase as an alternative to the standard 2 seater KFX Rock edition. Not to mention out here in the west the ride areas are more suited for the longer wheelbase vehicles.

I have been to multiple dealers close to me and at least two of them are going to discount the H2 when the stop sale is lifted. Also the factory Kawasaki 48 month extended KPP plan is cheap and second to none. I have quite a bit experience with Kawasaki ownership dating back to my KZ 550/750 to Ninja 650R ownership days. I would not be concerned one bit owning a first year model.

 

[AXE]

One thing I'm thankful for is the aftermarket in the powersports industry. Between Steve at Cornell Customs and Tapp Clutches this issue is resolved for the owners while waiting for a fix. As with anything aftermarket we do have to use caution as there is a lot of ill fitting and terrible modifications that can cause damage and empty a wallet quickly.

I personally would patiently wait for the fix as I have other avenues of enjoyment such as MTB, dirt/enduro bikes and adventure bike to keep me occupied. In fact I'm actually looking at this H2 platform to purchase as an alternative to the standard 2 seater KFX Rock edition. Not to mention out here in the west the ride areas are more suited for the longer wheelbase vehicles.

I have been to multiple dealers close to me and at least two of them are going to discount the H2 when the stop sale is lifted. Also the factory Kawasaki 48 month extended KPP plan is cheap and second to none. I have quite a bit experience with Kawasaki ownership dating back to my KZ 550/750 to Ninja 650R ownership days. I would not be concerned one bit owning a first year model.

I've owned Kawasaki's since the 80s, I've owned numerous jap rigs over the decades, as well as Can Am and Ducati. Kawasaki is the only brand I've ever had major mechanical issues with. After this debacle, not sure how many more I'll buy.

In the past 3 years I've had major recalls for significant issues on over $200k worth of equipment. That includes two GM 6.2L L87 motors. That doesn't even include all the recalls and software glitches. Ford had 150 recalls last year.

Manufacturing sucks nowadays and even the Japs are getting in on it, Toyota can't even make motors nowadays. It amazes me how in today's world with all the experience, technology, and state of the art manufacturering facilities that there are so many shitty products selling for high prices.

I ride Honda CRF450RL dual sport bikes and they are the last remaining machine that doesn't appear to be a POS.

 

[olliechristopher]

Man that sucks for sure. My experience has been the opposite. Kawasaki/Honda/Yamaha/Beta have all been very reliable to me over the years. KTM and Sea Doo's were constant breaking money pits. I was interested in the Polaris Pro R but it is a nightmare to work on compared to the Kawsaki's. And pop riveted skid plates? Really?

GM has been good to me over the years. 300,000 plus on my 94 Silverado and almost 160,000 miles on my 05 GMC Sierra ()and still running strong). Time will tell how good this new L5P GMC will be. I got it for the same price as a gas so it was a no brainer to buy. All my buddies with the Duramax 6.6 are very happy with the engine and 10 speed transmissions.

Reality is it's hit and miss with anything mechanical.

 

[AXE]

Man that sucks for sure. My experience has been the opposite. Kawasaki/Honda/Yamaha/Beta have all been very reliable to me over the years. KTM and Sea Doo's were constant breaking money pits. I was interested in the Polaris Pro R but it is a nightmare to work on compared to the Kawsaki's. And pop riveted skid plates? Really?

GM has been good to me over the years. 300,000 plus on my 94 Silverado and almost 160,000 miles on my 05 GMC Sierra ()and still running strong). Time will tell how good this new L5P GMC will be. I got it for the same price as a gas so it was a no brainer to buy. All my buddies with the Duramax 6.6 are very happy with the engine and 10 speed transmissions.

Reality is it's hit and miss with anything mechanical.

I drive a 24 2500HD Duramax ZR2 Bison. It's a nice truck overall, also had a few recalls so far. Same shitty electronics and infotainment system glitches as my 22 1500 ZR2, just less frequent. That "Allison" badge on the hood is just a decoration. There isn't an Allison in them. That 10L1000 transmission has valve body issues the same as the 10L80 in the 1500s/SUVs. Now like like both of them, but they have proven to be unreliable.

So if you count that one, that's $300k worth of rigs including the H2 and I'm not sure I have enough confidence that any of them will make it to my next destination, but I keep trying. I tell everyone they are really nice POS. They look at me funny, but it's also the truth and I'm not a liar.

We'll see if these fast talking Japs are any better at fixing their problems than that skirt Mary Bad Bearings Barra running GM into the ground.

 

[185EZ]

Man that sucks for sure. My experience has been the opposite. Kawasaki/Honda/Yamaha/Beta have all been very reliable to me over the years. KTM and Sea Doo's were constant breaking money pits. I was interested in the Polaris Pro R but it is a nightmare to work on compared to the Kawsaki's. And pop riveted skid plates? Really?

GM has been good to me over the years. 300,000 plus on my 94 Silverado and almost 160,000 miles on my 05 GMC Sierra ()and still running strong). Time will tell how good this new L5P GMC will be. I got it for the same price as a gas so it was a no brainer to buy. All my buddies with the Duramax 6.6 are very happy with the engine and 10 speed transmissions.

Reality is it's hit and miss with anything mechanical.

You have actually worked on a Pro R?
And the Kawasaki?
Tell us more

 

[Sand Shark]

Man that sucks for sure. My experience has been the opposite. Kawasaki/Honda/Yamaha/Beta have all been very reliable to me over the years. KTM and Sea Doo's were constant breaking money pits. I was interested in the Polaris Pro R but it is a nightmare to work on compared to the Kawsaki's. And pop riveted skid plates? Really?

GM has been good to me over the years. 300,000 plus on my 94 Silverado and almost 160,000 miles on my 05 GMC Sierra ()and still running strong). Time will tell how good this new L5P GMC will be. I got it for the same price as a gas so it was a no brainer to buy. All my buddies with the Duramax 6.6 are very happy with the engine and 10 speed transmissions.

Reality is it's hit and miss with anything mechanical.

Pro R does not have pop rivets. I think you are confusing it with the Can Am.

 

[olliechristopher]

Pro R does not have pop rivets. I think you are confusing it with the Can Am.

You very well may be right. I crawled in and around dozens of these machines in my search of one that suits me. Very hard pill to swallow for in regards to the Pro R. Working on them looks to be way more time consuming than the Kawasakis. Not to mention every single tech and service department confirms the durability of chassis of all models and the engines in the Turbo R are not the most reliable.

OTOH the Pro R is very popular here in Southern CA. It gets nothing but praise from the owners. Very comfortable to sit in and I imagine fast in the dunes and desert. A few of the dealers have this sweet Ultra model for under 50K. It has some pretty cool adjustable sway bar links that can soften or harden to your liking.

My only experience in these (high performance models) is a Turbo Polaris a few years back.

Other than that my search continues. As it is I have about a half dozen dealers that will be fighting for the best deal possible when this H2 comes off the stop sale. The most local dealer already has H2 4 Deluxe for under 40K OTD as soon as the stop sale is lifted.

 

[Sand Shark]

Got my letter yesterday from Kawi stating the fix is going to be a little longer and they are extending the factory warranty and then once your car is fixed they are giving you a 1 year extending warranty from the date the car is fixed.

 

[AXE]

Got my letter yesterday from Kawi stating the fix is going to be a little longer and they are extending the factory warranty and then once your car is fixed they are giving you a 1 year extending warranty from the date the car is fixed.

May as well run em, we ain't getting younger!

 

[Sand Shark]

May as well run em, we ain't getting younger!

Just waiting for the weather to cool down and have some free time to hit up the local desert.