When you've got a strong, hard-working and reliable FourTrax® Foreman® 4x4, what could possible make it better? How about the addition of Honda's handy Electric Shift Program (ESP) and the ease of Honda’s Electric Power Steering (EPS)
UNIQUE FEATURES
- All new liquidcooled 475cc singlecylinder OHV fourstroke engine with a higher compression ratio delivers plenty of hardworking power
- New fuel injection system features a 36mm throttle body and provides instant throttle response, consistent performance at high altitude, and hassle-free cold weather starting
- All new rear suspension system combines a new steel swingarm design with a single high quality shock absorber to produce 175,26mm of supple, well controlled travel
- New, larger 196mm dual front hydraulic disc brakes
- New body styling with a tough, rugged and more aggressive look featuring large oversized fenders front and rear for exceptional mud and splash protection
ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN
- Liquid cooled 475cc single cylinder OHV four stroke engine is longitudinally mounted in the frame allowing direct driveshaft alignment to front and rear wheels for improved drivetrain efficiency
- Muffler is constructed of stainless steel
- Super heavy duty automatic clutch for excellent drivability and towing capacity
- Rugged five speed transmission with Reverse
- Powerful 416watt AC generator
- New prefilled GYZ16H 16Ah battery
CHASSIS/SUSPENSION
- Rugged frame and suspension provide an exceptional 190 mm of ground clearance
- Independent double wishbone front suspension uses new, high quality shock absorbers to provide 170,18mm of supple travel while a new steel swing arm design produces 175,26mm of rear wheel travel
- Rugged, large diameter Maxxis 25 x 812 front, 25 x 1012 rear tires provide added ground clearance while maintaining precise handling
- Large 196mm dual front hydraulic disc brakes and sealed 180mm mechanical rear drum
- Dual front disc brake calipers feature a patented built in scraper system to remove mud and snow from inside the front wheel to help prevent buildup between caliper and rim to ensure consistent braking performance
- Brake pads feature thick, long-wear material with improved mud durability, feel and control. Pads have an internal scraper that gives audible warning when pad life is low
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
- Revolutionary Electric Power Steering (EPS) available on the TRX500FPM/FPE models
- TraxLok® selectable 2WD/4WD system
- Large cargo racks front and rear allow payloads of 29,9 and 60,3 kilograms, respectively and feature an improved design for easier lashing of cargo
- Heavy-duty trailer hitch with towing capacity of 385.5kg
- Unique, rear opening storage compartment allows access when rack is loaded
- Waterproof accessory socket provides 12volt, 10amp power with a built-in fuse
- Water-resistant left side glove box compartment
- Triple headlight system with single 45watt upper light and dual 30watt lower lights with multi reflector lenses for optimal light distribution plus an LED brake light/taillight
- ¬ Uniquely designed floorboards allow the rider’s feet to grip the footrests while keeping mud and debris away
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ENGINE
| DISPLACEMENT | 475cc |
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| TYPE | Liquid-cooled OHV
longitudinally mounted
single-cylinder four-stroke |
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| BORE & STROKE | 92.0 x 71.5mm |
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| CARBURETION | 36mm constant-velocity |
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| IGNITION | Full-transistorized type with electronic advance |
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| STARTER | Electric with optional auxiliary recoil |
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| CLUTCH | Automatic |
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| TRANSMISSION | ESP 5-speed with reverse |
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| DRIVE | Direct front and rear driveshafts with TraxLok and torque-sensitive front differential |
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FRAME
| DIMENSIONS (LxWxH) | 2127 x 1205 x 1197mm |
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| WHEELBASE | 1,281mm |
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| SEAT HEIGHT | 881mm |
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| GROUND CLEARANCE | 194mm |
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| TURNING RADIUS | 3.2m |
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| FUEL CAPACITY | 15 litres (including 4.6 litre reserve) |
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| KERB WEIGHT | 294 kg (TRX500FM) / 291 kg (TRX500FPM) |
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| MAX WEIGHT CAPACITY | 220kg |
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| AC GENERATOR WATTS | 326w |
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TYRES
| FRONT | 25 x 8-12 inch |
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| REAR | 25 x 10-12 inch |
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SUSPENSION
| FRONT | independent double-wishbone; 170mm of travel |
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| REAR | Swingarm with single shock; 175mm of travel |
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BRAKES
| FRONT | Dual hyraulic 196mm discs |
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| REAR | Sealed 180mm merchanical drum |
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WARRANTY
| WARRANTY PERIOD | 12 month transferable |
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