The 2022 Yamaha YXZ1000R Lineup is here including the Pure Sport YXZ1000R and YXZ1000R Sport Shift (SS). These vehicles, along with all of Yamaha’s Side-by-Sides and full-size ATVs are built with pride in the U.S. at Yamaha’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Newnan, Georgia, for worldwide distribution.
2022 Yamaha YXZ1000R and YXZ1000R SS
The 2022 YXZ1000R and YXZ1000R SS are the ultimate pure-sport high-performance off-road adventure vehicles, capable of handling a wide variety of terrain – from open deserts and dunes to muddy trails and rough, rocky terrain. YXZ models are powered by Yamaha’s industry-first 998cc triple-cylinder engine and are equipped with either a full-manual five-speed transmission for ultimate vehicle-to-driver connection, or with aluminum paddle shifters and a Yamaha Chip Controlled (YCC-T) auto-clutch in the high-tech Sport Shift package.
All YXZ models are equipped with Yamaha’s premier Real World Tech features including On-Command with 2WD, 4WD Limited Slip, and 4WD full-differential lock, Yamaha’s exclusive torque- and speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS), and prewiring for the Yamaha Adventure Pro. Capability, Comfort, and Confidence are optimized for unmatched performance with a high-flow intake and exhaust, oversized rear-mounted radiator, fully-adjustable FOX 2.5 Podium RC2 shocks, and 29-inch Maxxis Bighorn eight-ply rated radial tires. The standard 2022 YXZ1000R and YXZ1000R SS models will be available in Yamaha Racing Blue starting at $20,499 MSRP.
The 2022 YXZ1000R SS XT-R model dons stunning Tactical Black / Carbon Metallic painted bodywork with color-matched contrast-stitched seats. It is further equipped with a suntop, center-mount mirror, centerline pod light, true beadlock wheels, enhanced underbody protection, Maxxis Carnage eight-ply rated radial tires for exceptional traction and durability, and a custom front grab bar with a heavy-duty WARN VRX 4500 winch and integrated in-cab switch. The YXZ1000R SS XT-R is available for $23,299 MSRP.
Maximizing terrainability from coast-to-coast and further enhancing the YXZ’s confidence-inspiring, direct-