UTV transmission rebuilds & gear reductions / Pleasant Grove
Broken transmission. Bigger plans. Let’s build the next ride.
Your transmission failed, or your machine needs gearing that better suits your tires and terrain. Those are two different jobs. Here’s what matters for each—and what to send R1 so we can help you plan the work.
I blew up my transmission.
Find out what can be rebuilt, what needs replacement, and what affects the estimate.
See the rebuild process ↓ 02 / UPGRADEI want a gear reduction.
Start with your machine, tire size and riding goals—not a percentage picked at random.
Plan your gearing ↓01 / Transmission rebuilds
What failed—and what’s worth saving?
A loud bang followed by loss of drive, a damaged case or metal found in the oil gives the shop important information. It does not reveal the full parts list. The useful answer comes from inspecting the transmission and understanding how far the damage extends.
Tell us what happened.
Year, exact model, tire size, modifications and what happened immediately before it failed. Mention whether it rolls or is locked up so we can discuss drop-off.
Inspect the damage.
Gears are only part of the picture. Bearings, shafts and the case also affect the repair. A broken component can damage surrounding parts.
Browse transmission bearing kits
These are model-specific options. Inspection determines which parts your rebuild needs; verify the listing’s fitment before ordering.
Compare the options.
Ask for the complete installed cost of a rebuild versus a replacement. Case condition, parts availability and labor can change which route makes sense.
Plan the finished setup.
If you also want different gearing, bring that up before parts are ordered. We can discuss compatible options while planning the transmission work.
Already know it’s broken? Don’t keep testing it.
Repeated attempts to drive a failing or locked drivetrain can add damage. Send photos or a recording you already have. Call us about transport and unloading rather than running it again just to demonstrate the problem.
R1 Industries / Pleasant Grove, Utah
The parts that shape your repair.
Real transmission work from our Pleasant Grove shop. These photos show the assemblies involved; they are not a diagnosis of your machine or proof that a pictured part has failed.
02 / Gear reductions
Gear it for the ride you actually do.
A gear reduction changes the mechanical ratio between the engine and wheels. It can help a compatible UTV turn larger tires and give more controlled low-speed driving. The trade-off is less wheel speed at a given engine speed in the affected range. It does not add engine horsepower.
What’s on it now?
Send the size printed on the sidewall, tire model and any planned size change. Taller tires change the machine’s effective gearing.
Where do you ride?
Slow technical trails, rocks, dunes and mixed riding create different priorities. Tell us where the current setup feels wrong and how much faster riding you still do.
What’s already changed?
Include clutch work, portals or existing internal gearing. Existing reductions need to be considered before adding another.
Ask what changes in high, low and reverse.
Available ratios and the ranges affected depend on the exact transmission and kit. Before choosing, ask which ranges change, how it fits your riding, and what the total installed cost includes. The largest reduction is not automatically the best choice.
Explore gear-reduction kits at R1.
Compare the options for your machine, then call us to discuss the ratio and installation.
Check the exact year, model and transmission fitment on each listing. Need help? Text your machine details to 435-500-9755.
What will it cost—and how long will it take?
A rebuild estimate depends on damage, reusable parts, replacement components and removal/installation labor. A gear-reduction estimate depends on the compatible kit and installation work. Ask whether diagnosis or teardown is separate, what is included, and what would require a revised estimate.
Timing depends on inspection, parts availability and the current shop schedule. Tell us your next planned ride when you call so we can discuss realistic timing before you commit.
Text us this to get started.
Year + make + exact model. Tire size. Current modifications. Rebuild or gear reduction? For a failure, tell us what happened and whether the machine rolls. For gearing, tell us your terrain and what you want the machine to do better.
Only hard to shift? Start with the clutch inspection.
At R1, a common cause of hard shifting is the secondary clutch continuing to spin while the machine is stopped. That can keep load on the transmission and make gear selection difficult. It does not automatically mean you need a transmission rebuild. Tell us whether the problem occurs with the engine running; the clutch system needs to be considered before condemning the transmission.
Inside R1
Inside a UTV transmission.
See the transmission components and hands-on bench work behind the finished repair. Have a rebuild or gearing question? Send us your machine details.
R1 Industries / Pleasant Grove, Utah
Where the work happens.
UTV repair and service at R1 Industries in Pleasant Grove, serving Utah County.
Let’s get you back riding.
2416 W 700 S, Suite 101
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM Mountain
