Just purchased: New 2008 Brute Force 750i (Fuel Injected)

[BruteForce]

Since I've now put $4000 in repairs into my 2005, I thought it was time to get a new machine.

I compared differences between the 2009 and 2008 models and the only two differences were: slight change in the color (plastic options) in the 2009 and a new ignition module.

Those differences did not warrant a base price difference of $6999 (2008) -v- $8300 (2009).

So, I put my deposit down, had them start the installation on a 2.5 Warn winch, heated grips/throttle and hope to pick it up today.

After I get the machine, I'll start to take the add-ons off my 2005 (tires/TigerTail, Fuel pack, rack bag, etc) and put them on the 2008.

My 10 year old gets the 2005 for his 11th birthday on 1 April. With the stock tires, the machine is still a bit big for him, but since he only rides with me, it should be fine.

We're riding this weekend! There is a noticeable difference in power with Fuel injection, compared to my carbureted 2005!

[DiscGo]

Happy trails!

[Udink]

Sweet! Hopefully you can look forward to greatly reduced maintenance for at least a couple of years. Fuel injection sure is nice--it was one of my main requirements when I was looking for a machine.

[CrazyFinn]

Nothing like a new toy.

Heated grips - I didn't know they did this but if you ride in the cold this beats really heavy gloves.

Fuel Injection is a requirement for me too. I have to change jets on my Kawi and it's no fun.

Good luck with it. Your kid will be happy.

[BruteForce]

Sweet! Hopefully you can look forward to greatly reduced maintenance for at least a couple of years. Fuel injection sure is nice--it was one of my main requirements when I was looking for a machine.

That's the idea. I hope to not have any more break-downs 30 miles out of nowhere. I'm also curious to see how my larger tires effect performance on the new machine.

[accadacca]

SWEET! Post up some pics when you get this beast.

[BruteForce]

Went riding today on the 2005 in the Five Mile Pass area (probably did more hiking than riding), then packed up and drove North to Full Throttle in Centerville to pay for and load up the new machine.

After getting the new machine home, I started to take all my add-ons off the 2005 (TigerTail, rear rack back, tires, GPSr mount, SPOT mount, etc) -- when I noticed the front & rear racks on the 2008 were not quite the same as the 2005.

In fact, the entire front bumper and racks are different. Quite honestly, I prefer the 2005 setup. The front bumper is far more beefy and has more steel (as opposed to plastic).

A few comparison photos:

NEW 2008 Brute Force 750i


OLD 2005 Brute Force 750i


2008 and 2005 together


View from the rear


Interestingly, after taking all the add-on's off the 2005, I felt no noticeable power loss on the 2008, and saw a power-gain on the 2005.

The 2008 has a more noticable TURBINE like sound and more electronic noise upon turning the key than the 2005.

The 2008 (due to Fuel Injection) definately has more top-end in comparison to the 2005.

Should be interesting to get my son on the 2005 and see how they handle.

[accadacca]

Bad Ass! You need a flag on your upgrade.

[fourtycal]

Nice! It looks great.