Yamaha Rhino

The Yamaha Rhino is an off-road vehicle produced by Yamaha Motor Company from 2004 to 2012. The Yamaha Rhino is designed for driver and passenger. Built at Yamaha’s factory in Newnan, Georgia, they can be equipped with either two or four-wheel drive. With a two-seater side-by-side, the vehicle is classified as a utility task vehicle (UTV) or recreational off-highway vehicle (ROV).[1]

Yamaha Rhino
Yamaha Rhino 660cc
Overview
TypeSide-by-side
ManufacturerYamaha Motor Company
Production2003-2012
Model years2004-2012
AssemblyAmerica: Newnan
Dimensions
Wheelbase1910 mm
Length2907 mm
Width1384 mm
Height1854 mm
Curb weight544 kg
Chronology
SuccessorYamaha Viking

The Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association defines ROV's as “motorized off-road vehicles designed to travel on four or more non-highway tires, with a steering wheel, non-straddle seating, seat belts, an occupant protective structure, and engine displacement up to 1,000cc (for gasoline-fuelled engines).”

2009 Free Repair Program

On March 31, 2009, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a repair program for Rhino 660 and 450 models. Yamaha subsequently and voluntarily included the same offer for Rhino 700 models in order to reduce confusion and ensure customer satisfaction. According to the CPSC, the following two repairs were needed “to help reduce the chance of rollover and improve vehicle handling better”:

  • Installation of a two-inch spacer on each of the rear wheels
  • Removal of the rear anti-sway bar


Yamaha also announced that same day that the company was temporarily suspending sales of the Rhino until the affected models could be repaired, and the CPSC advised owners not to operate the vehicles until taking them to a dealership for the modifications. All subsequent Rhino 450, 660 and 70l0 models have the same modifications. The sales suspension lasted less than two months.

Competitors

Other main competitors of the Rhino include the Polaris Ranger, Polaris RZR, Arctic Cat Prowler, Honda Pioneer, Kawasaki Teryx 750 4x4, the Can-Am Commander and the John Deere Gator.

References
  1. madwire (2018-05-05). "Motor Vehicle Billings - A Guide To The Different Types Of Off-Highway Vehicles". MVD Express. Retrieved 2022-11-21.
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