Buyer Research

2019 Yamaha Grizzly 700 — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $6,500–$9,500. This is one of the more reliable vehicles in its class — here's what to watch for anyway.

Kestrel Take

A powerful, comfortable big-bore utility ATV with the durable 686cc single and Yamaha's proven Ultramatic belt system, which is gentler on belts than most. A strong used pick. Check for water intrusion, EPS function, and hard-use wear.

What we checked

No public record to reconcile against

We don't yet have a public record to check this one against. ATVs and snowmobiles are not in NHTSA’s database — they fall to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, which publishes recalls but no owner-complaint record. What follows is our own write-up, and it has not been reconciled against an official record. Treat it as a starting point, not a verdict.

Known Issues for the 2019 Yamaha Grizzly 700

Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.

Belt and clutch conditionMedium

The Ultramatic is belt-friendly but deep mud and water still take a toll; inspect the belt.

Repair cost (estimate): $150-$500

Source: not yet checked against public records.

Wheel bearing and CV wearMedium

Bearings and CV boots wear from mud and hard riding.

Repair cost (estimate): $150-$600

Source: not yet checked against public records.

EPS and electrical faultsLow

Verify power steering and electrical function on EPS models.

Repair cost (estimate): $200-$800

Source: not yet checked against public records.

Water intrusionMedium

Check the airbox and differentials for water from deep crossings.

Repair cost (estimate): $100-$500

Source: not yet checked against public records.

Walk-Away Red Flags

✗Water in the airbox or diffs
✗Growling bearings
✗EPS faults
✗Heavy mud abuse

Good Signs

✓Clean airbox and serviced belt
✓Working EPS
✓Light use with records

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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.