Comments on: First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700

Comment on First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700 by: Gary Smith

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 05:02:25 +0000

I have a 2007 Grizzly 700 purchased in Oct. 2007 with 2 year warranty boy did this come in handy,on a resent trip to Colorado Rockies in Aug. my power steering went out. The light came on the dash it was spurattic for 3 days on and off , power then no power finally it just quit but I could steer it with out power but its not the same kick back on rocks was bad.Called dealer in Gunnison they have not had any problems with power steering, called back home to Arkansas to dealer same answer no problems. Also had gas tank pressure problems,removed gas cap at 11000 feet gas shot up and soaked my shirt like a geyser.Do not take gas caps off until pressure leaks out specially at high elevations. Now for fix it Yamaha put new ECM module on for power steering problem NO FIX $600 . now they put new P.S. motor and sensor on $1600 this fixed the problem they also installed a new vent that goes from tank to air filter area that will fix pressure problem No cost to me for anything thanks to warranty Thanks Gary Smith

Comment on First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700 by: Robert

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 07:13:52 +0000

I just bought a 2008 700 FI Grizzly and am experiencing the fuel tank ventilation problem. I stopped along the trail to take a break .While the atv was shut off I could hear a noise that I thought was the fuel pump continuing to run. I then realized it was coming from the gas tank cap as so much pressure was trying to escape . I then opened the gas cap to find that the gasoline was boiling. Seems like there should be some baffles in the tank to prevent the production of gas vapors. Any comments or suggestions would be helpful

Comment on First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700 by: Albator

Tue, 20 May 2008 16:12:06 +0000

We have bought 4 new Grizzly 700Fi and we experienced problems all 4 of them within the first 1300Km. First problem, rings on piston let go at less than 900km, needed to replace piston rings, recoat the cyl. etc. 1500$, 2nd machine, the front joint in the wheel let go, locked wheel, broke whole joint, 600$, 3rd machine differential problems and lever for gears hard to move, 875$, the 4th one is in the shop as of yesterday an we are waiting to see. All 4 machines will be for sale, this is not a surprise and a coincidence now, because all machines are experiencing similar problems, in the group 4 more had problems and already sold the machine. Yamaha needs to look closely at the engineering as it is definitely not built like a Grizzly!! Very obvious flaws in the drive train and protection against water which causes expensive problems. Overall not satisfied at all at the quality for the price tag and would only recommend if you plan on not using it while raining or going throught mud and use it for trails and not long trips and always go more than 2 ATV at a time. We have been having ATV’s for the past 18 years and this is the first time we have problems (other than normal maintenance) Warranty is not long and it is understandable why and I do not even want to get in getting parts and service for them… total waste of time.

Comment on First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700 by: DS

Mon, 19 May 2008 19:29:50 +0000

I have an 07 Grizz 700 and mine just started having issues with the rev limiter kicking in for no reason. I have done some searching on the web - on this page and elsewhere - and this is clearly a common occurence (along with the gas venting issue). Has anyone contacted Yamaha directly, or does anyone know of a recall or no charge fix for these issues? It is unusual for Yamaha to let something like this go without a correction.

Comment on First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700 by: Dave

Fri, 16 May 2008 10:44:56 +0000

We have 2 07 grizzlys and love them, I broke my wrist going to fast over ruts on a 500 Sportsman and it was getting sore 12 months later riding the Sportsman, so I bought the Grizzly as soon as I heard about the EPS my son had a 500 Foreman and loved it until he rode the 700, he now has a Grizzly. Does anyone know if thre’s a fix for boiling gas?

Comment on First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700 by: JOE KNILL

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 23:50:06 +0000

I HAVE HAD MY GRIZZLY FOR ABOUT 4 MONTHS. IT HAS 3800KM AND ALMOST 350 HOURS THIS MACHINE IS THE BEST IV EVER RODE. LOTS SNAP FOR ITS SIZE AND WHEELIES LIKE ITS BROTHER, THE 700 RAPTOR, THIS MACHINE HAS PLENTY OF CC BIGGER ANT ALWAYS BETTER, I CAN PROVE THAT WITH MINE.I GUESS YOU JUST HAVE TO KNOW HOW TO RIDE. I WILL BE A GRIZZLY OWNER FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE.

Comment on First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700 by: Mark Antrobus

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 22:57:23 +0000

Bought the grizzly with the boxes. Worst add on ever. If the machine comes with boxes you don’t have racks. The boxes have lousy locks, poor hinges, have to be unloaded to be removed, cheap latches that pinch, no place to bungee sleeping bags, hinges are placed in the middle of the box instead of at the top, lid and bottom join together by an aluminum band which once bent will never match up again. DO NOT BUY THE GRIZZLY BOXES get the racks and add after market boxes.

Comment on First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700 by: Butch

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 15:23:34 +0000

I bought the Yamaha 700 in fall of 2006. I had only one problem with this machine. It was the taser, which made it not run & had to be towed back in. Yamaha repaired it, & have had no problems since. The gasoline boils after long hard rides, but hopefully this can be repaired too. This is my 3rd grizzly. I have had 2002 & 2005. I have over 4500 miles on this machine. It is very comfortable to ride & drive. Friend rode it once & sold his other brand & is getting the 700 grizzly. Yamahas are a good machine.

Comment on First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700 by: Ross Edwards

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:41:59 +0000

700 grizzly christian! no doubt about it! go look at the specs on the bikes anywhere. the only bad thing and its not really that bad is the 700 grizzly is top heavy and it can come into effect, but pulling wise OMG! cant beat the snarling beast in the mudd. especially with ITP’s 28″ 589’s..their just too beautiful..lol

Comment on First Look 2007 Yamaha Grizzly 700 by: Ross Edwards

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:38:13 +0000

i have to disagree with alot that people put down on about this bike..i have 2 grizzly’s being 1 special edition and one standard edition with both having 28″ 589’s on em and they can not be stopped..its the best bike around and close to ever being made!