[TheKrazy0ne]

well I got about 85kms on it today and the bog down returned...

A bad spark plug can & will cause this, have they been changed & are you sure.

no they havent been change as the machine is basically brand new.. i was gonna pull the plugs tomorrow and have a look at them and see if thats the issue

[ctdls]

well I got about 85kms on it today and the bog down returned...

A bad spark plug can & will cause this, have they been changed & are you sure.

no they havent been change as the machine is basically brand new.. i was gonna pull the plugs tomorrow and have a look at them and see if thats the issue

If you remove them replace them. The cost is silly just to inspect. I don't bet, I would bet your problem is this simple.

[shanewoodsman]

This is my first post ever and I am grateful I found this - I have not been able to find out much of what I purchased and it was not right after I purchased it (one owner trade-in).  It has been in the shop 3 months - the ignition was giving me issues and the shifting was terrible.  Luckily I posted a review of the dealer on Google and the owner agreed to take it back to fix it.  So far they changed the ignition switch, later the fuel pump, adjusted the shifter and other things, and found out a shock was bad - and waited 2 months to get the replacement.  I desperately need help - I don't know what to do.  When I bought it, it had everything I wanted (camo, nice rims, a winch, 2 seater, nice instrument panel, 4 wheel drive, independent suspension, etc.  (I am retired and have a bad back) but I am scared to death to keep it (get it back) and scared to trade it back in (the dealer wants to put me in a Yamaha because he is concerned about the reliability of a Chinese ATV).  I don't know what to do - if it would run like a Japanese ATV it has everything that I want..... but will it ever run this way?  Should I keep it (I was planning on putting 26" tires and spacers on it) or be greatful that the dealer will give me my purchase value in trade (around 3k) and move on - the Yamaha Kodiak loaner I got right now is so reliable but it has none of the features the CFmoto has - not even close.  Advice please.  Thanks Shane

[NMKawierider]

Welcome Shane. Sorry to hear about all the troubles. I just gota say it straight-out..the 2012 & 13 CFMs most had more issues then they were worth....some much more then others. In all fairness some have great luck with them. The newer ones are much better but none will ever be the quality and as dependable as any Japanese maker. I suggest you take what you can get for the X-6 and get all you can..and if you like Yamaha, and who wouldn't...go for the Grizz as loaded as you can. Then add stuff you want later as you go. That way you can hit the trails without worry.  Also consider the Kawasaki Brute Force..2012 or newer or the Susuki King Quad. All fine, dependable machines. Not to throw the baby out with the bath water but if the dealer has a leftover CForce 800, that's also worth having.

[ctdls]

Hi Shane & welcome 

Sounds like your dealer is trying to help even as far returning the original dollar value you paid for the ATV. I would listen to his comments regarding product support as they are the ones dealing with that day in day out. There is price difference & what comes with that is the grief factor you can live with.

One thing I've learned with this brand is their are no standards in the after service & brand representation. I've always been a firm believer in top down management, so if the manufacturer does not have strong beliefs in these area.....we have a problem.

[rlc]

I have had a 2019 Z8 Trail for a few months and, so far, not a lot of issues.  I do have a small drip coming from the water pump, but it doesn't seem to increase and may be getting slower.  Today, I took it out and when I put it back on the rack I noticed moisture showing in both headlights.  Gas mileage is good and it runs up to 68-70 anytime I want to go that fast.  I'll be under warranty until late June 2020, so I don't know if it's worth hauling to the dealer until next spring.

[paulp]

I have two 2020 500H.O. eps and one 2019 600 2up machine so 3 in total.
A total of 165 miles on all 3, mainly NH Maine technical rocky rirverbed type climbs as thats really the main type of area i live in.
No Issues to date, Except,, OMG the plastic "dust plates" or pretend skid plates are atrocious if any type of debris kicks up, as Ive been given 2 new ones from the dealer that ripped off, and it really doesn't mauch at all.
so, I had to have the dealer help to buy skid plates for all 3 units from RIVAL as i liked their design and fit and finish more than most at 500 a machine, ugh! I wish they just installed the real skid plates from the factory, but they DONT have any! CFMOTO has awe-full accessories, aside from the usual "Brush Guard" they have they really dont have any CFMOTO branded extra's..
Other than that, I lov'em, but the dealer is really the key, mine in Lebabon Maine is outstanding so Its all Good!       

[ptlos2002]

New guy! Just bought my ZFORCE 1000. Would add a pic but something's not working right!

LOS

[NMKawierider]

New guy! Just bought my ZFORCE 1000. Would add a pic but something's not working right!

LOS

Need a few more posts first. So what problems have you had to date with it?

[SWVProffitt]

2015 zforce 800, 818 miles.

Bought 3 months ago with 3XX miles.

Only issues I have had so far:

-Thermoswitch (toggled it up)
-Battery terminal post snapped off (quick steel solved)
-Fan just quit working again on toggle.  Will solve soon.
-Winch cable jumped off of reel and binded.  30 min take apart solved.
-Havent had enough free time to keep riding!


Rode it around 200 miles in one day and never worried once.  Actually surprised a few people with how well it climbed and pulled itself through mud holes. 

Will be turning it into a dedicated mud machine over the winter with bigger lift and tires, snorkel, etc.

[dstreeker]

My previous ride was a 2016 Zforce 800 EX
Sold it with 4700 miles! Replaced rod bearings at 2000 miles, 1 set went bad other set real good condition. About $200 in parts and back running!
No other issues other than it was a pain to clean the air filter all the time!
Great machine for the $$$$.
Bought a new 2020 CF Moto 950 Sport, I have 1600 miles on it already with no issues!

[Cfmotocrap]

Purchased a new CFMOTO ZForce 800EX in 2018.  The motor had to be rebuilt under warranty less than a year after purchase.  400 miles later and the motor is locked up.  This is the biggest piece of junk.  Should have bought a Polaris.  I am out 12k now... CFMOTO will not fix.  Though lesson learned... DO NOT BUY CHINESE CRAP.

[Sockman]

Recently sold my 2017 Zforce 800 EX which I purchased new January 2017.  It was a great machine.  Paid MSRP out the door for it at the local dealer.  4775 miles on it now.  This wasn't my first SxS but it was a much better machine than the Arctic Cat that it replaced.  No regrets.

It wasn't without issues, but none of them are.  My biggest issue was the front diff mounts tore when I was trying to get out of a spot in 4wd.  Could have taken it back under warranty but knew I could fix it better than they could (had to weld some tabs in place of the existing mounting tabs).  The exhaust springs/gaskets wore out.  Replaced all of the bushings, but put SuperATV a-arms on it anyway.  Replaced the shocks with something much better suited to the machine.  Had one ball joint wear out.  The only time it left me stranded was when the battery up and died.  Most of this was typical, wear-out type stuff.  The Zforce went everywhere all the high dollar machines went that I ride with.  It wasn't the biggest, baddest, fastest, but for what it cost it was very capable.  Just gotta keep up on maintenance, replace stuff that wears out, and make sure the air filter is clean. 

[Ama]

2021 CForce 800 EX, Have 260 miles on it so far with two complaints.
1: On the 2022 models they fixed the evap system. I had to fix it on my 2021:                                                                                                                                                                                                                   2: The power steering is weak. I get bump steer almost like no power steering sometimes. My old 2006 Polaris sportsman 700 never had any bump steer riding the same places i do now. If i could get stronger power steering the quad would be perfect for me.

[tf]

2022 zforce 800 trail
320 miles
5 months old

No mechanical issues so far. Upgraded air filter, greased it, changed motor oil & filter, and changed transmission oil, all at 200 miles. Trouble free so far.

 However, when i first got this machine, it had the new engine/transmission design. Well, i called the dealer and explained the situation. The owners manual i got says 1 dip stick for motor oil behind the passenger seat but mine has another dip stick back by the rear passenger tire. I wanted to confirm which dip stick was for motor oil, and which one was for transmission oil  and get this....service dept said they would get back to me. Parts dept knew nothing about a new engine design on the late 2022's. I had to do my own research to get it right. I had heard of one feller puttin motor oil in the transmission because thats where his manual said the oil fill was. So, if anyone is confused, on the late 2022 zforce 800 trail, motor oil dip stick is back by the rear passenger tire.....transmission dip stick is the one behind the passenger seat. Look at the owners manual for the cforce 800xc engine. Its the same engine as the 2022 zforce 800 trail.
 Other than that, i love this thing.......so far