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Canadian Kawasaki Motors Inc. is replacing its KVF 650 4×4 sport utility all-terrain vehicle with the KVF700 with more engine displacement and torque.
The KVF700 4×4 retains the main features of its predecessor, such as selectable four-wheel drive with variable locking differential control, the Kawasaki automatic power-drive system, dual front disc brakes and sealed rear braking system.
The new v-twin four-stroke engine, however, borrows many parts from the recently introduced KFX700 V Force sport ATV.
The liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 90-degree v-twin engine displaces 697cc, 64 more than the KVF650.
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The engine cases, cylinders, cylinder heads, dual Keihin CVKR-D32 carburetors, and bore and stroke are the same as the KFX700 V Force.
Power from the v-twin engine is transferred through a continuously variable transmission.
Also, when operating in four-wheel drive, the rider can pull a small lever on the left handlebar to vary the amount of differential slip. This helps the rider control the power delivered to each front wheel, so the wheel with traction will always receive some torque.
The KVF700 also features redesigned cargo racks, front bumper and grille.
For details, contact a Kawasaki dealer or visit the company’s website at www.kawasaki.ca.
Milker never complains
WestfaliaSurge has improved its Autoroto milking unit.
The Magnum Autorotor features a newly designed automated control arm that keeps the milker unit out of the way during loading and preparation, then at a pre-set time, brings the milker up to the operator for placement on the udder. At the end of milking, the arm retracts.
It also has a variable speed, heavy duty, quiet hydraulic drive system that moves the milking platform. The platform redesign includes a low maintenance nylon roller carriage system.
Stainless steel skirts and splash shields provide a sleek design and keep the parlour cleaner.
A subway system is available on parlours with 50 or more stalls. This puts the cow’s front feet 10 centimetres lower than the back feet, giving better access to the udder.
For more information, contact a WestfaliaSurge product retailer or write to WestfaliaSurge Canada at 6150 Kennedy Road Unit #5, Mississauga, Ont., L5T 2J4, phone 800.668.5508 or visit www.westfaliasurge.com.
