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2026 Yamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec
999cc Parallel-twin (DOHC, 8-valve), liquid-cooled
$16,999
View full specsYamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec vs Yamaha Wolverine X2 850
2026 Yamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec vs 2025 Yamaha Wolverine X2 850: 105 vs 70 hp, 999 cc vs 847 cc, 1773 lb dry vs 1500 lb dry, $16,999 vs $16,499. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Yamaha Wolverine X2 850
847cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$16,499
View full specsAt a glance
More power105 hpvs70 hpWolverine X2 1000 R-Spec wins
Lower price$16,999vs$16,499Wolverine X2 850 wins
Weight1773 lb dryvs1500 lb dryWolverine X2 850 wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs847 ccWolverine X2 1000 R-Spec wins
Ground clearance12.5 invs11.4 inWolverine X2 1000 R-Spec wins
Towingn/avs2,000 lbWolverine X2 850 wins
Across measured specs the Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec leads in 3 categories and the Wolverine X2 850 in 3. Comparing two recreation UTVs, the Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec uses a 999 cc parallel-twin (dohc, 8-valve) with about 105 hp, while the Wolverine X2 850 uses a 847 cc parallel-twin with about 70 hp. The Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec has the power edge (105 hp vs 70 hp). The Wolverine X2 850 is lighter at 1500 lb (vs 1773 lb). At $16,499 the Wolverine X2 850 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec Yamaha · 2026 View | Wolverine X2 850 Yamaha · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine configuration | Parallel-twin (DOHC, 8-valve) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 105 hp | 70 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Ultramatic V-belt (L/H/N/R) with all-wheel engine braking | Ultramatic CVT |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD/full-diff-lock 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1773 lb (804 kg) | 1500 lb (680 kg) |
| Overall width | 63.6 in (161.5 cm) | 60.6 in (153.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 83.7 in (212.6 cm) | 80.6 in (204.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) | 11.4 in (29 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | 2,000 lb (907 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $16,999 | $16,499 |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.