2021 Yamaha Viking EPS Detailed UTV Overview

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AJ delivers a detailed overview of all the features offered on Yamaha's hard-working utility UTV the 2021 Viking EPS featuring the tried and true 686cc single cylinder engine, EPS and some sweet aftermarket storage solutions available from Yamaha.
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@Constantstate 2 жыл бұрын

Me to my great grandchildren in the future: "2045 Grizzly was announced today... bold new graphics, reflective laser headlights and bio-metric ignition system!" Kids: "Wow Gramps...what engine?" Me: "686cc single".

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

LMAO!!!! Now that was a good one!

@MATTLEism 2 жыл бұрын

Well....you aren't wrong.....

@Israfel518 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣

@mattscott7037 2 жыл бұрын

Hey let’s try a 708cc. Nope. Let’s go back to the 686cc. Oh wait that already happened.

@christopherbassit2757 2 жыл бұрын

@@mattscott7037 the 708 was an oil burning mess/mistake

@firemanjon Ай бұрын

Just put a set of 27 inch kimpex trail warriors on my 2024 viking. The improvement in ride and handling is amazing. Zero loss of low end power.

@epilepticoutdoorsman8882 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been wanting a Viking already, but this video has me convinced it’s the best one for me. I’ll be using it a lot for hunting, fishing, utility work etc, but I also want one that will trail ride just as well and this seems like the perfect machine. Thanks for the video, very informative and helpful. Y’all are the best.

@mikelortie9853 2 жыл бұрын

Being new to the side by side world and awaiting the arrival hopefully before end of year of my new Viking SE, you have given the most comprehensive review out there on this machine. Thank you for the great info. Makes me feel better about my decision. Keep up the great work

@markamoto2574 2 жыл бұрын

After watching this video , called my Yamaha dealer and they just received the first stock Viking they have seen for 6 months,I got lucky! 10 hours on it so far and it’s everything I wanted, perfect for the cabin! Thanks for a great review

@grantscissons4959 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet review guys. Can't wait to watch the test ride!

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!!

@joshc606 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see some utility models

@perryberndt862 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the well done review I'm receiving a 700 Viking in 3 weeks in copperhead orange can't wait to experience driving and using this for work and trail riding

@kevinmarkey9821 2 жыл бұрын

You have helped me make up my mind to order a Yamaha Viking. Your review was very comprehensive and informative for somebody thinking of buying a machine

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! Thanks Kevin!!

@aaronwassilak716 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the love for the Yamaha’s! I bought a Grizz 550 new in ‘09 and a Viking new in 2018, both have been solid machines and I don’t plan on replacing either anytime soon. My kids have grown up riding each and are perfect machines for kids to grow into in my opinion, the power is easy to control and plentiful but not overbearing. Great low end grunt for work but still fun to kick around trails at will. And don’t forget bulletproof reliability. Keep up the good work guys!

@alabamarifleman6375 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 12 grizzly 550 plus a 18 viking both solid good units I trail ride hunt and trap

@DoktorEvilMD 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the walkthrough of the 2021. I have a 2014 that has been fantastic. It has been used every day for 7 years without a problem of any kind and has gone anywhere I pointed it without complaint. I had paid $11K out the door including a 4 year extended warranty, tax and tags and a friend just sold his 2014 for $10,500. The Viking is not flashy, fast or have a particularly good suspension but it will haul, tow, plow and take you anywhere you want to go as long as you pick the right line.

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!!

@PASEOPOWER 2 жыл бұрын

Nice cant wait to see the test drive see how the suspension feels when trail riding.

@scottsisk940 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review and I also watch and record the TV episodes. I love my Yanmar version of the Viking 700 EPS. Thanks for the review AJ.

@sylvainbillangeon 2 жыл бұрын

Hi guys ! Great great video, like always. I really appreciate your channel ! Can't wait to see the driving test video of this Wolverine Yamaha : I really like this SxS ! I'm a Yamaha fan. Hello from France !

@ianscottlewis 2 жыл бұрын

I wish they would put something like the 1049cc in this. A super quiet, ultra smooth, bullet proof power plant. C'mon Yamaha, we know you have more than a few engines kicking around. This UTV should go after the Ulta plush 2 up touring snowmobile crowd. Plush, comfy, hand of God power on tap.

@northeasterndirtandpropert7974 2 жыл бұрын

I grew up riding japanese machines.Reliable,great fit and finish,superior dealer networking.Its morphed over to kubota in my heavy equipment.

@pajamatime5750 2 жыл бұрын

Great content as always guys! Thanks!!

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@claytoncanning5220 2 жыл бұрын

Great machine have the 2014 with all those accessories and I with the addition of a 3 inch lift from high lifter and 27inch tires on allow rims. Built my own cab and installed heater. Have hauled plenty of moose out of the bush with this machine It’s perfect.

@RadarRoadWarriors 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with everything you stated in this video! I love taking my Viking VI Ranch Edition out trail riding and having it to work around the property. I made 3 videos on how the Viking operates to help others figure out if it will work for their needs.

@ExpeditionaryRanger 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2019. Bought it to add capacity for adventures for our growing family. To be honest, I was anti side by side for a long time. But I have to say we are loving this machine. Simple, reliable, and does everything well. And, price is hard to beat. We paid $16k on the road, including 3500 lb pro vantage winch. Hold three adults equally comfortable. Used 50:50 by the wife and two young kids, or me, father and wife moose hunting. Recommended! Frames are more prone to rust than our Honda atv’s. Give e frame an occasionally coating with rust cure formula 3000 and you are golden.

@ExpeditionaryRanger 2 жыл бұрын

Just to add. It really needs larger tires than the crappy 2 and 4 ply big horns that come with it. We went to 26” sti roctane xd’s. The bighorns that come with it aren’t even load rated for its GVWR. Anything larger than 26” diameter and Yamaha dealer recommends put in clutch kit. Rival makes excellent skid plates for it, and the super atv front and rear windows for $700 total are hard to beat. Recommended.

@danielognibene6660 Жыл бұрын

Buying one this weekend! Thank you for the video blessing

@dirttraxtv Жыл бұрын

Awesome!!

@mattbennett2505 Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the review! Think you helped me pull the trigger on a Viking ranch edition!

@dirttraxtv Жыл бұрын

Awesome!!

@orlinrodriguez9053 2 жыл бұрын

Nice keep up the good work I love the reviews and stuff 😎🤙

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you're enjoying them!

@footey7670 2 жыл бұрын

I think the Viking is really all that most people need ! I would fore go the centre console but other than that it’s good to go 👍🏻🇨🇦

@thall6076 2 жыл бұрын

Like always amazing video and love Yamaha sxs and you guys explain things so well, I know few my comments got highlighted few times on dirt trax and had my fingers crossed to win a prize package 😁😜

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@stevenkeats6431 2 жыл бұрын

Just purchased my 2022 EPS SE and absolutely love it. It's not going to win you any races but a perfect all around UTV.

@darrylcramm7275 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought the 700 eps camo edition. Haven't used it yet but love the video

@MercylineNyanchama-f2j 28 күн бұрын

Am glad to see it

@vinman403 2 жыл бұрын

I heard "What else can I tell you about this Viking" a few times. I think the reason is because there has been no difference since 2014. I own one. Great utility SXS...but it needs an update. When will that 850 engine hit the Viking and the Grizzly? Come on Yamaha, customers have been wanting this for far too long.

@nismotuner904 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT REVIEW, THIS IS A GREAT MACHINE, ALWAYS HAVE BEEN. THE PRICE IS VERY REASONABLE. THAT MACHINE IS VERY CAPABLE OF GENERAL TRAIL RIDING AS WELL AS CHORES. KEEP IT UP!!!

@John-Deere Жыл бұрын

Very good review, very informative!

@dirttraxtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@patrickquery5199 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the info, helped me choose the Viking for the sxs I would like on my acreage

@dirttraxtv Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@daviddight8005 2 жыл бұрын

awesome video of the yamaha viking.

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@daviddight8005 2 жыл бұрын

Luv ur all your videos they are very informal

@patrickcasey6391 3 ай бұрын

Terrific video! Would have been nice to see a few seconds at least of the instrument panel layout.

@1safety4all 5 ай бұрын

I love the box compartment, I want one

@TheBreadman24 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Hi from Australia

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks!

@jeffcustrin5797 2 жыл бұрын

Cant wait for the road test to see how it compares to a ranger

@vincemilstead689 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome

@MrGreenliz75 5 ай бұрын

Great machine..I have a 2019 2inch lift and 32s with a snorkel kit it's a monster...and plenty of power and reliability....

@terrypenney4985 2 жыл бұрын

i have a 2017 Viking it has 6500 km love that SXS

@benrjohansen 2 жыл бұрын

Love Mine!

@MercylineNyanchama-f2j 28 күн бұрын

Good job

@GNR325 2 жыл бұрын

Would you chose a viking base eps or a defender HD8? The viking strikes me as probably the best value for the money in the rec/utility segment, mainly because it comes with EPS and diff lock.

@KevinMukhwana-pb6ki Жыл бұрын

Nice bro

@nickcoufal7166 Жыл бұрын

Thank you I'm doing research trying to figure out what. I want is there any additional options for the ranch edition. And do you know if Yamaha plans to put a 1000cc in the viking in the future

@owamaanimelody1413 2 жыл бұрын

Love it entirely

@camb3985 2 жыл бұрын

I would seriously consider that unit. We have a 2014 Maverick, but we would like something more like the Viking. We have one kid, so the three seats would be awesome.

@TheBandit7613 2 жыл бұрын

The engine is lame. It's a single cylinder and vibrates a lot. You will quickly tire of the lack of power.

@adamfamme731 2 жыл бұрын

What would be say top 2 upgrades for a more trail focused riding experience ? Would definitely put it on my list as like you said can carry 3 people.

@gregfunderburk1487 8 ай бұрын

I have a yanmar and I love it

@ve3xtr 2 жыл бұрын

Comparable to my Honda Pioneer 700....soon to be a 2021 Wolverine 850 X4, if the dealers here ever get stock.

@borisbalan4735 2 жыл бұрын

It would be good if you focused on winter use and accessories for us Canadians! But good introduction to the bike.

@jew0182 2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully picking up a 2015 Viking camo eps 3 seater this week. What all has changed over the years if anything much?

@greggarland9815 2 жыл бұрын

nice rig

@brucesizemore739 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad your reviewing the viking. Cant wait to see the next video. How do you feel it would do on the Hatfield McCoy trails and southern West Virginia trails in general?

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

I think it'd do pretty good on most of the trails. It is a bit low on power for climbing some of the more aggressive trails, but for most of the systems you'd have a good time.

@brucesizemore739 2 жыл бұрын

@@dirttraxtv great. Thanks for the good content on a variety of machines. Keep up the good work.

@BobElgin 2 жыл бұрын

So my question is. Can I get the rubber mat for my 2020 X2 R Spec?

@jasonvelasquez9813 2 жыл бұрын

I love Dirt Trax videos! Any idea idea if you guys will be reviewing any of the RZR 1000 models?

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We just did a review of the RZR Trail S 1000 you should check out!

@RemusTheRegular 2 жыл бұрын

Always great vids. Unrelated: do y'all ever get change back and find a US coin and think to yourself how you're going to get rid of it?

@goodtalker 2 жыл бұрын

The Viking is sold at a reasonable price, too.

@frix57 Жыл бұрын

I'd really like to hear about transmission, 4 wd, 2wd, lockout xfer case info too, street legal options. I'd like to do an EV conversion so I'm curious about engine - transmission dimensions. Great vid. You have Xlnt delivery. Thanks !

@goodtalker 2 жыл бұрын

Does the Viking have a factory skid plate? Are the front and rear tires the same size?

@hasassafetyprogramwontletm9650 6 ай бұрын

Great fyi on the Viking very good info. I’m looking to buy one. I’m 62 years old and my 2012 450 grizzly getting a little much to get on and off.

@danlux4954 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do an upgrade video on the Viking?

@colonelranders747 2 жыл бұрын

Great review… love my Viking, it’s very solid…I upgraded the tires to 27” made a huge difference…to me the 25” tires are too small especially for trail riding and Yamaha should ditch the steel wheels on the base model… just sayin

@curtisbull1583 2 жыл бұрын

Could be so much better to so many more people with more power and better suspension.

@jordansutton7244 2 жыл бұрын

great bike , accessories are not well thought out like canam or polaris . just sold my 2021 viking for a 2022 ranger 570sp crew northstar , upcoming review on ranger 570sp crew?

@ronmurphy6874 2 жыл бұрын

Good old Viking with the good old 686 single, great work machine. Any word from the Arctic Cat folks about test units?

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing yet, but calling daily!!

@glenncochrane197 6 ай бұрын

Will I have to upgrade clutch on my Viking if I put 27 inch bighorns on it?

@patflinn5224 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always i. Watch them all love this channel huge fan if it wasent for the off roading industry. Id have no fun due to being partial blind in one eye and fully blind in the other since i was born. And un able to get a drivers license atving and sxsing is my only escape from everyday non sence gets me out were i like to be in the woods explooring only wish i could come up and ride with dirttrax crew some time would be dream come true

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad you're able to get and enjoy!!

@patflinn5224 2 жыл бұрын

@@dirttraxtvthanks. Yea rideing atvs and my sxs. Is my life. Love it was out yesterday on atv for a 68 mile ride

@michaelwas8549 Жыл бұрын

Just bought a used 2021 with 160 mi looks brand new. Where can I buy that bumper?

@imranabbasi7871 2 жыл бұрын

👍

@JCourts2k23 10 ай бұрын

I like on the Viking, how the door stays by you Until you close it, it doesn't stay wide open until you close it, I had a 2016 Teryx4, that the doors didn't have any spring to them and they would stay open until you closed it, and on a couple occasions, I forgot my door was open about ripped it off backing out of my shop

@ih302 2 жыл бұрын

Being from Newfoundland where everything rusts, I'd rather have the lower part of the frame to be wrapped in plastic. I had a 2016 Honda Pioneer (with a very similar cage design) and after 4 years, the lower 8 inches of the cage was nothing but rust.

@mbmellis 2 жыл бұрын

I had a 2014, now have a 2020. Great crossover vehicle. Parking brake next to useless on both.

@GroomerGuy 9 ай бұрын

Hahahaha yup, worst parking break ever. Stupid breaks squeal out from the factory. Also needs to have a “Turf Mode”

@willaimwinchell1813 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video, nice vehicle, little spendy. Couple of Australia guys use it for pig hunting and they are high speed guys but they get pigs.

@charlesbolduc7198 2 жыл бұрын

Where do would one go to get lift kits an full doors an windows an heater an radio

@joeyvoisine4312 2 жыл бұрын

pleas talk about the yamaha engine warenty

@tractorkid223 Жыл бұрын

I knew he was a Kanook by the way he says "out" then I saw the Ontario plate 😁👍

@MattJones1829 2 жыл бұрын

I just wish Yamaha would build a midsize Viking...say 58-60 inches wide. Not everyone wants a unit this wide and many trails are limited to units 60" and narrower.

@MOUSEBOWEN 11 ай бұрын

Amazing outstanding video

@GroomerGuy 9 ай бұрын

I own a 2020, I like mine, it’s not a fast machine that’s for sure, too speed is 85kph. Engine is strong plenty of power. Brakes are a problem that Yamaha needs to solve, they are good but squeal from day one out of the factory. The only thing that I really don’t like is that there is no “Turf Mode”. Example is when at home and moving it around on your driveway. Very hard in your lawn is doing landscaping with it lol. Overall I love mine, for the price you can’t beat it.

@GroomerGuy 9 ай бұрын

Oh and I forgot….. worst parking break, they need to change that and have something better.

@bradpitt1812 2 жыл бұрын

Do you like this vs a Polaris for working on the farm, trails, hunting?

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Rangers are available with a ton more power so depends on what you need to haul around and how you intend to use the vehicle. I like the Viking, just wish it had AT LEAST the 850 in it.

@mrstevek118 2 жыл бұрын

Can the shocks be adjusted

@goodtalker 2 жыл бұрын

Would you say that the 700 has enough power?

@erichertzen3251 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 6'5" inseam 32". Waist 46" Yes, I'm a large man. Will I fit comfortably?

@saxel1989 2 жыл бұрын

Hey is Dirt Trax/ Snow Trax going to haydays this year?

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

We'll be there walking around! If you see us, be sure to say hi!!

@ryanmorrison340 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t beat Yamahas!

@firemanjon 6 ай бұрын

Looking at this and the pioneer 1000 for my wife and son. Have an atv , but dont want to part with it to have a sxs. Does anyone find this under-powered ? Is it a fun trail rider?

@firemanjon 5 ай бұрын

After watching this video 387 times, we ordered ours today. Thanks !

@marplesyrup34 2 жыл бұрын

Want to get one so bad but I'm holding out for the 1000cc engine lol

@yesmaybe3791 2 жыл бұрын

Needs a Park mode for the transmission and a Turf mode. Surprised they still don't offer these things.

@GroomerGuy 9 ай бұрын

Yeah, wish they had that too.

@briangabriel4165 2 жыл бұрын

Will you guys be getting a Teryx S model to test out?

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

So far we haven't been able to get anything from Kawasaki this year. Still trying though so stay tuned!

@briangabriel4165 2 жыл бұрын

@@dirttraxtv sweet hope you get something

@russellabernathy3241 Жыл бұрын

Yamaha will last longer than 10 Polaris Rangers

@hellvsheaven89 2 жыл бұрын

I only wish they have a 1000cc twin cylinder with a 2000lbs towing and 1000lbs bed capacity.

@ronaldnoel5915 2 жыл бұрын

How hot do they get inside?

@nissikisini9989 4 күн бұрын

Are the mirrors aftermarket or oem?

@JCourts2k23 10 ай бұрын

We got the first 2014 Viking my dealer got in, other than it being loud, it was really nice. But that's long gone, I am legally blind, and my dad passed away from Alzheimer's, so I don't get to do anything fun like that anymore

@dirttraxtv 10 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear that.

@mattfarr1323 Жыл бұрын

Why they have an 850 twin that isn't in the Viking yet, I'll never understand....

@dirttraxtv Жыл бұрын

Agreed 💯

@dennismason8873 2 жыл бұрын

What do the 700 side by sides sell for new

@dirttraxtv 2 жыл бұрын

Not exactly sure, but MSRP can be easily found on the Yamaha website.

@Joe-db5hz 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to own a Viking if it had a smooth quiet parallel twin 850 or 1000. I was just quoted almost 16 grand out the door for this outdated underpowered utility vehicle. That's just ridiculous when you aren't getting anything better than the guy who bought one for thousands less back in 2014.

@johnkoko 2 жыл бұрын

Here I am watching this product review which is the same review since the days of the Yamaha Rhino hoping wishing Yamaha did something new... nope. Darn you Yamaha, get me excited...wait you're holding out for the Grizzly. That's finally going to get the powerplant it deserves! A bed mat is too expensive? They cost around $100 shipped. Your goggles I'm sure cost more than a bed mat for your truck 😆