With a 420cc
engine featuring fuel injection
and legendary Honda reliability,
the new-from-the-ground-up TRX420FE
and TRX420FM raise the bar for mid-sized
utility ATVs.
New, 420cc liquid-cooled
engine for increased power.
New fuel-injection
system for consistent performance
at high-altitude, improved cold-weather
starting and increased power.
New dual front
disc brakes for improved braking
performance in all conditions.
New NaturalGear(TM)
Camouflage color scheme with black
wheels.
New body style
incorporates flowing fenders with
integrated headlights and LED
taillight for a rugged adventurous
look.
Traxlok(R) 4WD/2WD
selector lever allows easy selection
of 4WD or 2WD.
Honda
Rancher 4x4 ES Unique Features
Brand-new, rugged
OHV liquid-cooled, fuel-injected
420cc longitudinally mounted engine
allows direct driveshaft alignment
to both front and rear wheels
for maximum drivetrain efficiency.
Large radiator
with cooling fan ensures optimal
engine cooling under difficult
operating conditions.
Closed crankcase
vent system safeguards against
engine oil contamination.
ES model features
Electric Shift Program (ESP(TM))
for push-button upshifting and
downshifting. The rider shifts
simply and precisely with the
press of the upshift or downshift
button mounted on the left handlebar.
An onboard electronic control
module (ECM) monitors information
from four sensors--engine rpm,
countershaft speed, gear position
and shift spindle angle--to control
the speed of the electric shift
motor's gear and clutch engagement.
Gear-engagement speed varies according
to rider style: The transmission
shifts more quickly when riding
style turns sporty. A neutral
lockout at speeds greater than
2 mph ensures available engine
braking when descending hills.
To maintain smooth shifting, the
transmission cannot be shifted
from Neutral to First gear or
Reverse gear at engine speeds
above 3000 rpm. ESP is not battery-dependent,
operating whenever the engine
is running. Should the rider ever
need to shift manually, the Rancher(R)
FE is also equipped with an auxiliary
shift lever in the tool kit.
Unique Honda-designed
floorboards on all Ranchers allow
the rider's feet to grip the footrests
while keeping away mud and debris.
Honda
Rancher 4x4 ES Engine/Drivetrain
All-new 420cc
longitudinally mounted engine
eliminates 90-degree power transfers
and boasts more horsepower and
torque than previous Rancher engine.
Overhead-valve
design provides compact engine
dimensions for improved ground
clearance while maintaining a
broad, easy-to-use powerband.
Keihin fuel-injection
system provides crisp performance
and ensures trouble-free operation
in cold conditions and changing
altitudes.
Rubber-cushion
engine mounting and gear-driven
counterbalancer reduce vibration.
Super-heavy-duty
automatic clutch with a low rpm
engagement point for excellent
driveability and towing capability.
Five-speed transmission
with Reverse includes an ultra-low
first gear. The Rancher 4x4 model
shifts using a foot-operated pedal.
The Rancher 4x4 ES model incorporates
Honda's exclusive
Electric Shift Program (ESP) for
easy shifts with the touch of
a handlebar-mounted button.
Traxlok 4WD/2WD
selector lever allows 4WD when
needed for the tough stuff and
2WD when conditions permit.
Convenient electric
starting, with optional recoil
starter and an automatic internal-decompression
system.
Washable air
filter for easy maintenance and
consistent performance.
Stainless-steel
exhaust header and muffler for
superior corrosion resistance.
Three-chamber
muffler baffling uses no packing
material that can blow out. Provides
long-lasting performance.
Full transistor
ignition with electronic advance
for excellent performance and
reliability.
Powerful 343-watt
AC generator.
Large 7.2-liter
airbox with reusable foam air
filter provides more air to the
engine for increased performance.
Honda
Rancher 4x4 ES Chassis/Suspension
Rugged frame
and suspension provide an exceptional
6.5 inches of ground clearance.
Steering-mechanism
design features light effort and
a tight turning radius of 10.5
feet.
Independent double-wishbone
front suspension uses premium
shock absorbers to provide 6.3
inches of suspension travel for
a plush, comfortable ride.
Steel swingarm
and gas charged rear shock absorber
provide 6.3 inches of suspension
travel for superb comfort and
compliance.
Tough, large-diameter
24x8-12 front, and wide 24x10-11
rear tires provide excellent ground
clearance while maintaining precise
handling.
Dual front hydraulic
disc brakes and sealed mechanical
rear drum brakes for strong stops.
Additional
Features
Engine design
produces low emissions and meets
EPA and California Air ResourcesBoard
(CARB) off-road emissions standards.
FE model has
multifunction LCD digital instrumentation
that is compact, tough and waterproof,
featuring large readouts for gear
position, speedometer, odometer,
resettable tripmeter and hourmeter.
Instrument housing includes indicator
lights for
Reverse, Neutral,
oil-temperature, fuel-injection
and 4WD.
Optional waterproof
accessory socket provides 12-volt,
10-amp power with a built-in temperature-type
fuse.
Large cargo racks
front and rear carry payloads
of 66 and 133 pounds, respectively.
Heavy-duty trailer
hitch with 850-pound towing capacity.
Large, lightweight
plastic fuel tank with 3.7-gallon
capacity.
Fuel gauge is
standard equipment.
Snorkel-type
air-intake system is specially
designed to resist water.
Under-seat storage
compartment allows access when
rack is loaded.
Thickly padded
seat provides all-day comfort.
Large fenders
give excellent mud protection.
Twin-headlight
system with 30-watt bulbs features
multireflector lenses for optimal
light distribution.
Combination LED
stop- and taillight.
USDA-qualified
spark arrester/muffler designed
for quiet operation without wool
packing for long-lasting performance.
Constant-velocity-joint
boot guards help prevent damage
to boot covers.
Tough 12-amp-hour
maintenance-free battery.
Durable, comfortable,
easy-to-use controls.
Keyed ignition
switch for added security.
Full-length synthetic
lower skidplate with integrated
front brush guard.
Easy-to-use parking
brake.
Handlebar switches,
controls and warning labels use
easy-to-understand graphic labels.
Standard equipment
includes a tire-pressure gauge.
GVWR is 1074
pounds (TRX420FE)/1071 pounds
(TRX420FM).
Assembled in
Timmonsville, South Carolina.
Transferable
six-month limited warranty; extended
coverage available with a Honda
Protection Plan.
Purchase of a
new, previously unregistered
Honda ATV by an individual
retail user in the United
States qualifies the owner
for a one-year complimentary
membership in the Honda
Rider's Club of America(R)
(HRCA(R)). Benefits include
online access to the Honda
Common Service Manual, six
issues of the bimonthly
Honda Red Rider(TM) magazine,
travel discounts and trip
routing, plus access to
the HRCA Web site (www.hrca.honda.com).
Look for the HRCA support
team at select off-road
events across the country.
For details on the HRCA,
dealers should call (310)
783-3958, 8:30 a.m. to 5
p.m. Pacific Time.
