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2025 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX2 1000
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$20,799
View full specsYamaha Wolverine RMAX2 1000 vs Yamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec
2025 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX2 1000 vs 2026 Yamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec: 108 vs 105 hp, 999 cc vs 999 cc, 1900 lb dry vs 1773 lb dry, $20,799 vs $16,999. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2026 Yamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec
999cc Parallel-twin (DOHC, 8-valve), liquid-cooled
$16,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power108 hpvs105 hpWolverine RMAX2 1000 wins
Lower price$20,799vs$16,999Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec wins
Weight1900 lb dryvs1773 lb dryWolverine X2 1000 R-Spec wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs999 ccTie
Ground clearance13.8 invs12.5 inWolverine RMAX2 1000 wins
Towing2,000 lbvsn/aWolverine RMAX2 1000 wins
Across measured specs the Wolverine RMAX2 1000 leads in 3 categories and the Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec in 2. Comparing two recreation UTVs, the Wolverine RMAX2 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin with about 108 hp, while the Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec uses a 999 cc parallel-twin (dohc, 8-valve) with about 105 hp. The Wolverine RMAX2 1000 has the power edge (108 hp vs 105 hp). The Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec is lighter at 1773 lb (vs 1900 lb). At $16,999 the Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Wolverine RMAX2 1000 Yamaha · 2025 View | Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec Yamaha · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Parallel-twin | Parallel-twin (DOHC, 8-valve) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 108 hp | 105 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Ultramatic CVT | Ultramatic V-belt (L/H/N/R) with all-wheel engine braking |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD/full-diff-lock 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1900 lb (862 kg) | 1773 lb (804 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 63.6 in (161.5 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 86.7 in (220.2 cm) | 83.7 in (212.6 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13.8 in (35.1 cm) | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lb (907 kg) | n/a |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $20,799 | $16,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.