ALL NEW 2023 Gen2 CFMoto ZForce 800 Trail : In Depth Buyers Guide : New VS Old 

One of the best comparisons I've ever seen on youtube. Such a great job! I really appreciate you highlighting the servicing/maintenance differences. In fact, how much easier it is to service is what made me decide to get the new Gen2 vs a used 2022.

Very practical and thorough review. Especially like your discussion of the maintenance on the vehicles. TY for doing this.

You have shared lots of great information. Thank you.

Thank you. Most of the other channels all they want to talk about are clutch modifications or tire swapping or talk about a different model all together but hardly mention what I need. I have a 2022 ZForce 800 Trail and I love it. Never knew about the far left cubby hole inside. Great video.

This was one of the best side by side comparisons . Good job.

Thank you very much for explaining this. I had a hard time figuring out what's the difference.

You both did a great job on the comparison. I ended up passing on the 2023 and bought a 2022 ZForce 800EX a couple of weeks ago. The 2023 has a lot of nice improvements but for reasons I do not understand, CFMoto decided not to offer the 800EX for 2023. You will now have to get a 950EX if you want the 60 inch wide wheel track. I definitely wanted a 60 inch EX over a Trail but I have no desire or need for the 950 engine. With the price increase and the added cost of the larger engine, it would have cost around 2 grand or more for something I really didn't want. One of the selling points of a CFMoto is there is about a $2,000+ savings over the competition. The 2023 950EX puts me much closer to the price of a CanAm or Polaris. If I only had the 2023 950EX available for $2,000+ more, I would have given a lot more consideration to purchasing one of the other brands. I think CFMoto weakened their competitive advantage by not offering a 800EX for 2023. I like most of the 2023 changes but have no regrets getting the 2022 Z 800EX. What impact does the lack of a parking brake have on trailering? CFMoto says not to trailer in park. You can put the 2023 in neutral but there is no brake to set.

50 in rule applies to the wheel base width. Fender that makes it a bit wider doesn't have to be removed to meet the restrictions.

It seemed to me that the newer machine is quite a bit quieter in the cab? That's the biggest thing I hate about most UTVs. They are deafening to drive around. This is a great video by the way. I learned a LOT about both the 2022 and 2023 models.

What a GREAT comparison!! I have a 2022 zforce 800 and came to RU-vid to see compassion videos. Lol Your video is by far the most informative I've seen! Can't wait for the 950 video! I live in the western NY area and might have to stop in and say hi!

Nice side by side review, very informative. Thank you.

Great analysis! Wonderful delivery of info and nice camera work from your assistant. I'll be watching for more of your videos.

Chingón el video bro Saludos

Such a great review. Thanks

It looks like I'm going to have to scrimp and save to afford the Gen 2. It is night and day better than the old version. So many better executed storage and access to electrical/mechanical components. I'm really short so the seat adjustability is way awesome and a real selling point for me. I love the looks much better and I'm loving the door setup much more in the new model. I hate the cold, so I would eventually invest in a soft enclosure and installing a little heater setup if it isn't too expensive. I am loving everything about the new Gen 2. Here in Canada, they retail for $17K CAD but the 5 yr warranty is free.

Excellent video.

Great all around video very informative!

i just got to sit in a gen 2 800 trail today at my local cf moto dealer here in Maine and love how it feels and looks over the 2022s i want to get one maybe next year i want to wait to see how they do pluse think i want the 950 trail thanks for the side by side comparison

I would love a new model but the extra cost is what’s pushing me to the older model. Especially here in NYC.

Excellent video’s guys. Hopefully see you soon for an ATV.

23 is super nice BUT few issues. Longer and heavier. Glove box are a open and hold open with one hand. Sport mode and high/low beam switches are in a bad spot.

braxton was great!

How hard is it to completely remove the doors on the '23 model?

Why was the 2023 model made without an emergency break? What is that all about? What's with the shifting issues? If the unit had an emergency break I'd be able to just leave it in neutral position. Shifting from park is a hell of an issue.

Are the windows and back cage interchangeable between the 2022 and 2023?

Great review. I too have a queston about the new model not having a parking brake though. I know on my uforce we are warned to never trailer the machine in Park but to use Neutral and set the parking brake because the pin in the tranny is not very strong and movement while in Park can shear the pin and cause big dollar repair bills. Also not supposed to rely on Park on a steep hill, but again use a gear and rely on the parking brake. So do you know if they've changed something with the Park setting so one can rely on it to hold on a hill or while trailering?? I have a buddy who is very close to pulling the trigger on the new 800 Trial. Thanks much.

The older style looked more Chinese built. The newer one looks like it was made in American. Great job CFMOTO

welp, im gonna get me a 2023 cfmoto zforce 800 trail.

Is the g2 from Canada because I’m looking at one in NY 2023 g2 with no override button and it has the e- brake Do you know why the difference ?

The air box placement would make snorkeling extremely simple.

Pretty much a mavric sport platform with a dif motor!

What is the difference between the trail model and the ex model

Very good review. I've had the 2022 almost one year now. The 2023 is definitely an improvement. I would love to have the full doors, the leg room and the storage bins of the 23. Otherwise, I'm good with the 22. 2 quick questions. Is the 2022 taller than the 2023. And is the gear shift Park on top of the 23 and at the bottom of the 22? It looks like they did reverse it. Which would also be an improvement (IMO).

Do you think CFM will come out with a competitor for the Commander and General? Those two have gotten so pricey that it seems like a perfect market for CFM to get into.

Did you say the 2023 doesn't have a parking brake or 2022? Also, on the rear differential, is it limited slip? Will it tear up the turf on sharp corners in two wheel drive? Enjoyed the video actually watched it a couple times. 👍👍👍

Would you consider a comparison between the 800 and 950? I'm trying to decide.

Awesome video which color is your favorite?

The new gen2 test drive… should’ve shown normal and then sport mode. The one thing I wanted to see and you dropped the ball on one of the biggest selling points. Do another video.

Why no parking brake?

the phone😂

how much money

My only problem is it’s the same price as a Polaris 1000 trail s which has better suspension and more power and is lighter. So I’m out.

Western NY I'm in eastern NY otherwise I'd check you out.

Looks very similar to a can am maverick trail

Use ur right hand big guy instead of ur left too open the door lol

What in the world would they ever put half a door on anything for? Is that make any sense at all why even have a door at all if you're just going to get wet in the water splashes up right where the hole is that is really stupid

Wow they ripped off the Maverick sport HARD

How dare you! Don't say anything about the doors, those are the best doors in the industry. I've been waiting for someone to make proper doors

Um……..Can-Am clone!!

Looks like a can am. Same doors ,same cup holders, same intakes, same box but most likely $2000 cheeper!!!