Torrance, CA (6/29/2017)
- American Honda today confirmed
the return four ATV models to the 2018 lineup.
Also returning for 2018 are three popular
Honda FourTrax multipurpose ATV models—the
versatile Foreman Rubicon family, the sophisticated
Rincon, and the agile Recon—as well as the
exhilarating TRX250X sport ATV.
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2018
Honda Foreman Rubicon 4x4 DCT EPS
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"The four-wheel segment remains a vital
part of Honda's powersports business, so we're
pleased to continue offering our customers
such a capable and fun lineup of products,"
said Lee Edmunds, American Honda's Manager
of Motorcycle Marketing Communications. "Whether
it be side-by-sides or ATVs, Honda is sure
to have a model for everyone."
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2018
Honda Foreman
Rubicon 4x4 Models
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- Colors:
- Foreman Rubicon 4x4
DCT: Red, Olive
- Foreman Rubicon 4x4
EPS: Red, Olive, Orange
- Foreman Rubicon 4x4
DCT EPS: Red, Olive
- Foreman Rubicon 4x4
DCT EPS Deluxe: Matte
Gray Metallic, Honda Phantom Camo
- Price: Starting
at $8,599
- Availability: July
2017
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The four-member, 500-class family of premium
Foreman Rubicons is packed with powersports-category
exclusives. For example, the Rubicon 4x4 EPS
is the only ATV offered with a combination
of a tough manual-shift transmission and independent
rear suspension, and for those who'd rather
not do all the shifting themselves, the other
three variations come with Honda's revolutionary
DCT gearbox, a durable, beltless geared system
that has dual ranges and can execute shifts
seamlessly.
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2018
Honda Foreman Rubicon 4x4 EPS
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The IRS contributes to an impressively comfortable
ride, even when spending long days in the
saddle, along with excellent handling over
rough terrain. The long list of available
features includes Electric Power Steering
(EPS), and all models can be switched between
three drivetrain settings: 2WD, 4WD and 4WD
with Differential Lock.
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2018
Honda FourTrax
Rincon ATV Models
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- Colors: Red, Honda
Phantom Camo
- Price: Starting
at $9,399
- Availability: August
2017
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Not only does the refined Rincon boast Honda's
biggest ATV engine (a liquid-cooled 675cc
single with a twin-plug cylinder head), it
makes more efficient use of that power plant
by mounting it longitudinally in the chassis,
so that the crankshaft is aligned with the
vehicle's direction of travel. This achieves
a number of benefits, including a more direct
link to the rear axle.
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2018
Honda Rincon
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The Honda Rincon is a premium model, with
independent rear suspension and a three-speed
automatic transmission, proving that a luxurious
user experience is possible even in the rough
world of ATVs.
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2018
Honda FourTrax
Recon ATV Models
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- Colors: Olive,
Vapor White
- Price: Starting
at $4,099
- Availability: July
2017
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At the opposite end of the spectrum from
the Rincon is Honda's 229cc Recon, an ATV
that's relatively small in size but big on
fun and value. Recognizing the importance
of easy maneuverability for some users, engineers
gave this model a small footprint and a light
overall weight, resulting in nimble handling.
As is the case with their larger models, Honda
offers Recon customers options when it comes
to the transmission, with a manual, foot-shift
gearbox and electric, push-button ESP shifting
both available. The Recon is now available
in Vapor White, as well as Olive.
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2018
Honda FourTrax
TRX 250X ATV Models
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- Colors: Red, Active
Yellow
- Price: Starting
at $4,749
- Availability: July
2017
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Now available in a new Active Yellow color
(as well as Red), Honda's TRX250X has rightfully
earned its reputation as the most approachable
sport ATV on the market. Merging tried-and-true
off-road capabilities with commonsense Honda
technology, the TRX250X is sporty, fun, reliable,
and user-friendly, all while remaining remarkably
affordable. Just engage the SportClutch™—essentially
an anti-stall setup with manual override capabilities—and
the TRX250X provides smooth torque, pulling
steadily into a broad offering of midrange
power before settling into the lengthy top
end.
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2018
Honda TRX 250X
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Meanwhile, the TRX250X has an agile cornering
character, giving the rider predictable handling
over a wide variety of terrain types. Out
front, the independent double-wishbone suspension
tackles off-road obstacles with confidence,
providing a smooth ride, and the single-shock
rear suspension ensures that the ATV tracks
straight and level. Up-and-coming riders will
love the TRX250X's usable nature, but make
no mistake—this machine is still a ripper.
ABOUT AMERICAN
HONDA
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is the sole
distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters,
ATVs and Side-by-Sides in the U.S. American
Honda’s Motorcycle Division conducts the sales,
marketing and operational activities for these
products through independent authorized Honda
retail dealers. For more information on Honda
products, go to powersports.honda.com.
