E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Suzuki QuadSport Z90×
Suzuki QuadSport Z50×
Kawasaki Prairie 300 2X4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
90 / 5.49
49 / 2.99
290cc / 17.70
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 90 / 5.49 | 49 / 2.99 | 290cc / 17.70 ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No | – |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver | – |
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| Decal Kit | Standard | Standard | – |
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| CV Boot Cover | No | No | – |
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| Brush Guard | No | No | – |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic | – |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | No | No | – |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Comfort |
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| Adjustable Throttle | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No | – |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece | – |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl | – |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver | – |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 | – |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 650 / 25.6 | 536 / 21.1 ✓ | 869 / 34.2 |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 6 / 1.6 ✓ | 2.7 / 0.7 | 14.01 / 3.7 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Steel | – |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 8 ✓ | 7 | – |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 7 ✓ | 8 | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 19 ✓ | 16 | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | No | – |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | – | – | 39.9 / 88 |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | – | – | 256 / 565 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | – | – | 180 / 7.1 ✓ |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | – | – | 170 / 6.7 ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | – | – | 290cc, Air cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC single cylinder ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Shock Cover | – | No | – |
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| Comfort |
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| Adjustable Levers | – | Standard | – |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | 12 Limited | 12 Limited | – |
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| Parent Company | Suzuki | Suzuki | – |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 12 ✓ | 6 | – |
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| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan | – |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | No | – |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Rear Bumper | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Radiator Guard | No | No | – |
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| Light Guard | No | No | – |
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| Handlebar Pads | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Hand Guards | No | No | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | No | No | – |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | – | – | 69.9 / 154 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Rear | Dunlop AT 19 X 7-8 | Dunlop AT 16 X 8-7 | AT25 x 11-10 tubeless ✓ |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 7 ✓ | 8 | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | – |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | No | No | – |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | No | – | – |
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| Front Suspension | Independent A-Arm | Independent A-Arm | Dual MacPherson strut, 6.7 of travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Drum | Drum | Hydraulic Drum |
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| Brakes Front | Dual Drum | Dual Drum | Hydraulic Drum |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Kill Switch Tether Cord | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Ignition | Electric / Pull | Electric / Pull | Electronic, maintenance free Electric with recoil backup |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | – |
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| Carborator Count | 1 | 1 | – |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 16 ✓ | 13 | – |
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| Fuel System Brand | Mikuni | Mikuni | – |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | Carburetor | Kleihin CVK |
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| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 1.79in. x 2.17in. | 1.42in. x 1.91in. | – |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 45.5mm x 55.2mm | 36mm x 48.6mm | 76 mm x 64 mm ✓ |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder | single-cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Air | Air | Air-Cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 4-Stroke | 4-stroke |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | SOHC | SOHC |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Swing Arm | Swing Arm | Swingarm with single shock, 5-way preload adj., 7.1 of travel ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 8 ✓ | 7 | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Steel | Steel | – |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | No | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 19 ✓ | 16 | – |
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| Tires Front | Dunlop AT 19 X 7-8 | Dunlop AT 16 X 8-7 | AT25 x 8-12 tubeless ✓ |
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| Tube / Tubeless | Tubeless | Tubeless | – |
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| Tire Make | Dunlop | Dunlop | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | No | No | Yes |
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| Hi / Low Range | No | No | – |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Chain | Chain | – |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | Belt | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 | 1 | – |
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| Final Drive | 4X2 | 4X2 | Shaft |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Kawasaki Automatic Power-drive System (KAPS) with high/low range plus reverse |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | 280 / 127 | 174 / 79 ✓ | – |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1006 / 39.6 | 831 / 32.7 ✓ | 1250 / 49.2 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 150 / 5.9 | 119 / 4.7 | 180 / 7.1 ✓ |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 914 / 36 | 765 / 30.1 | 0 / 0 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 874 / 34.4 | 759 / 29.9 ✓ | 1191 / 46.9 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1506 / 59.28 | 1271 / 50.04 ✓ | 2065 / 81.3 |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No | – |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 | 1 | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | No | No | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | – |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | No | No | – |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | – | 500.3 / 1103 |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 1999 Kawasaki Prairie 300 2X4
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
- Lower seat height — more accessible for shorter riders
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 1999 Kawasaki Prairie 300 2X4
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (290cccc)
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
Comparing 2020 Suzuki QuadSport Z90 vs 2020 Suzuki QuadSport Z50 vs 1999 Kawasaki Prairie 300 2X4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 1999 Kawasaki Prairie 300 2X4 has the largest displacement at 290cccc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road work.
Which quad is the lightest?
The 1999 Kawasaki Prairie 300 2X4 is the lightest at 256kg (dry weight). A lighter quad is easier to manoeuvre on trails and simpler to recover if stuck.
Which has the better suspension?
Independent front suspension (A-Arm or IFS) absorbs bumps better than solid-axle designs and improves handling on uneven terrain. Check the Suspension category in the full table above to compare front and rear travel for each model.
Which is the easiest to ride?
CVT automatic transmission is easiest for beginners — there is no gear-changing or clutch to manage. A lower seat height also makes a quad more accessible for shorter riders. Check the Transmission and Seat Height rows in the table above.
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