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2012 Honda Foreman Rubicon 500 EPS GPScape
ATV
Features & Benefits
The Honda Foreman Rubicon 500 has enjoyed a loyal
and enthusiastic following for many years thanks
to its Hondamatic transmission, a unique continuously
variable, hydromechanical design that gives this
ATV formidable off-road prowess. Add to that Honda's
easy-to-use TraxLok 2WD/4WD system, a Torque-Sensitive
Front Differential and Electric Shift Program
(ESP), plus the option of Electric Power Steering
and GPScape navigation, and it's clear why the
Rubicon has satisfied the wanderlust in so many
off-road explorers.
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2012
Honda Foreman Rubicon 500 EPS GPScape ATV
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Honda
Foreman Rubicon 500 EPS GPScape ATV
Unique Features:
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- Hondamatic transmission
is a continuously variable, hydromechanical
design that eliminates belts altogether.
It is compact, quiet, maintenance-free
and very rugged. The Hondamatic features
true engine braking, unlike conventional
belt-drive designs.
- Multi-function LCD digital
instrumentation is compact, tough and
waterproof, featuring large readouts for
Hondamatic transmission modes, gear selector
position, speedometer, fuel gauge, odometer,
resettable tripmeter and hourmeter/clock.
Instrument housing includes LEDs for Reverse,
Neutral and temperature warning indicator.
- Large front and rear
cargo racks are rated at 66 and 133 pounds,
respectively.
- Unique rear-opening
storage compartment allows access when
rack is loaded.
- Waterproof accessory
socket provides 12-volt, 10-amp power
with a built-in temperature-type fuse.
- Uniquely designed floorboards
allow the rider's feet to grip the footrests
while keeping away mud and debris.
- Triple headlight system
with single 45-watt upper light and dual
30-watt lower lights with multi-reflector
lenses for optimal light distribution
plus a 21-watt brakelight and taillight.
- Assembled in Timmonsville,
South Carolina.
- Transferable one year
limited warranty; extended coverage available
with a Honda Protection Plan.
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Honda
Foreman Rubicon 500 EPS GPScape ATV
Engine / Drivetrain:
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Liquid-cooled overhead-valve
single-cylinder 499cc four-stroke engine
is mounted longitudinally in the frame,
allowing direct driveshaft alignment to
front and rear wheels for improved drivetrain
efficiency.
- Camshaft is located
adjacent to the cylinder head, reducing
engine height. Together with the external
engine-oil tank, engine height is further
reduced for a low center of gravity and
excellent handling.
- Four-valve cylinder
head utilizes two short pushrods to provide
a broad powerband for optimum performance
and engine efficiency.
- TraxLok selectable 2WD/4WD
system.
- 20-watt integrated carburetor
heater for reliable cold-weather starting.
- Torque-Sensitive Front
Differential.
- Standard high-flow oil
cooler ensures optimal engine lubrication
under difficult operating conditions.
- Stainless-steel exhaust
system provides superior corrosion resistance.
- Powerful 361-watt AC
generator.
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Honda
Foreman Rubicon 500 EPS GPScape ATV
Hondamatic
Automatic Transmission:
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The Hondamatic transmission
utilizes variable hydraulic pressure and
mechanical torque amplification to provide
seamless job-handling power and excellent
acceleration. Engine power drives a hydraulic
pump. The pump, in turn, drives a hydraulic
motor with variable fluid capacity. Utilizing
pump and motor pistons and a variable-pitch
motor-side swash plate, hydraulic capacity
and pressure are varied, producing continuously
variable output speed. In addition, torque
is increased as output-shaft speed is
reduced.
- Electric Shift Program
(ESP) allows rider the option of push-button
shifting.
- The Hondamatic is extremely
efficient, with operating efficiencies
ranging from 75-81 percent in full-reduction
mode and from 87-92 percent when input
and output speeds are the same (1:1 ratio).
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Honda
Foreman Rubicon 500 EPS GPScape
Chassis / Suspension:
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Dual Independent double-wishbone
front suspension uses premium preload-adjustable
shock absorbers to provide 6.7 inches
of suspension travel for a plush, comfortable
ride. Steel swingarm and dual preload-adjustable
rear shock absorbers provide 6.7 inches
of suspension travel for superb comfort
and compliance.
- 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
of debris between caliper and rim and
ensure consistent braking performance.
- Dual Brake pads feature
thick, long-wearing material with improved
durability, feel and control. An internal
scraper gives audible warning when pad
life is low.
- Dual Powerful, single-piston
caliper, front hydraulic 180mm disc brakes
and sealed rear mechanical drum.
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Honda
Foreman Rubicon 500 EPS GPScape ATV
Accessories:
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- Flag Kit
- Front 12-inch Alloy
Wheel
- Rear 12-inch Alloy Wheel
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