With Honda's latest longitudinally
mounted 475cc engine and versatile
Traxlok 2WD/4WD system, this Foreman
offers a choice between a manual-shifting
version or Honda's Electric Shift
Program (ESP).
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Red.
New Black engine
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Foreman 4x4 ATV Unique Features
SUV styling features
flowing fenders with integrated
headlights and taillights for
a rugged, adventurous look.
Traxlok(R) enables
the rider to shift between 2WD
and 4WD with the simple push of
a switch. Quiet operation and
smooth engagement are key features
of the system.
Torque-sensitive
front differential reduces torque
steer for less steering effort.
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 build-up
of debris between caliper and
rim to ensure consistent braking
performance.
Brake pads feature
thick long wear material with
improved mud durability, feel
and control. Feature internal
scraper that gives an audible
warning when pad life is low.
Patented oil
cooling system features dual oil
coolers for greater cooling capacity.
Foreman
4x4 ATV Engine/Drivetrain
Powerful four-stroke
475cc OHV air-cooled longitudinally
mounted engine allows direct driveshaft
alignment to both front and rear
wheels for improved drivetrain
efficiency.
The overhead-valve
arrangement features angled valves
in a hemispherical combustion
chamber for straighter intake
and exhaust flow for improved
engine performance.
Patented oil
cooling system features dual oil
coolers for greater cooling capacity.
The first cooler is located in
the traditional position in front
of the engine. The second cooler
is mounted higher in a protected
position under the front fender
away from mud and debris and is
fed a cool supply of air through
a front fender duct. Oil is first
routed to the lower cooler then
to the second high-mounted cooler
before returning to the engine.
Rubber-cushion
engine mounting and gear-driven
counterbalancer reduce vibration.
Snorkel-type
air-intake system is specially
designed for water crossings.
Integral electric
carburetor heater system improves
driveability and ensures smooth
operation in cold conditions.
Closed crankcase
vent system safeguards against
engine oil contamination.
USDA-qualified
spark arrester/muffler is constructed
of stainless steel.
Traxlok is easily
engaged by pushing a switch on
the right handlebar. An electromagnetic
mechanical clutch unit (EMCU)
located on the center of the propeller
shaft engages 4WD with a quiet
two-way roller clutch. Unlike
mechanical designs, Traxlok ensures
smooth operation by employing
a magnetic switching mechanism
that engages when front and rear
wheel speeds vary by less than
6 mph.
ES model features
Electric Shift Program (ESP(R))
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, shift drum
angle 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.
For 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 ES
model is also equipped with an
auxiliary shift lever in the tool
kit.
Super-heavy-duty
automatic clutch for excellent
driveability and towing capacity.
Convenient five-speed
transmission with Reverse.
Maintenance-free shaft drive with
torque-sensing front differential
routes power directly from the
longitudinally mounted engine
without inefficient directional
changes.
Convenient electric
starter, with auxiliary recoil
starter and an automatic internal
decompression system.
Wet sump with
large 3.2-quart capacity.
CD ignition with
electronic advance for excellent
performance and reliability.
Reusable foam air filter.
Foreman
4x4 ATV Chassis/Suspension
Rugged frame
and suspension provide an exceptional
7.5 inches of ground clearance.
Independent double-wishbone
front suspension uses KYB shock
absorbers to give 6.7 inches of
travel.
Steel swingarm
and dual KYB rear shock absorbers
give 6.7 inches of travel.
Rugged, large-diameter
25 x 8-12 front, 25 x 10-12 rear
tires provide added ground clearance
while maintaining precise handling.
Dual 180mm front
hydraulic disc brakes and sealed
180mm mechanical rear drum.
Additional
Features
Engine design
produces low emissions and meets
California Air Resources
Board (CARB)
off-road emissions standards along
with 2006 EPA standards.
Water-resistant
left-side glove-box compartment.
Large cargo racks
front and rear allow payloads
of 66 and 133 pounds, respectively.
Heavy-duty trailer
hitch with towing capacity of
850 pounds.
Large, lightweight
plastic fuel tank with 4.2-gallon
capacity.
Unique rear-opening
storage compartment allows access
when rack is loaded.
Powerful, 326w
AC generator.
Triple headlight
system with single 45w upper light
and dual 30w lower lights with
multi-reflector lenses for optimal
light distribution plus a 21w
stop- and taillight.
Multi-function
LCD digital meter is compact,
tough and waterproof, featuring
large readouts for fuel gauge,
gear position, speedometer, odometer,
tripmeter, hourmeter/clock and
oil change reminder. Meter housing
includes
LED lights for
Reverse, Neutral, oil temperature
and front differential indicator.
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 mud and debris away from
the rider's feet.
Standard over-fenders give excellent
mud protection.
Thickly padded
seat provides all-day comfort.
Large mud flaps
keep dirt and debris off of the
rider.
Two-piece boot
guards help prevent damage to
boot covers.
Maintenance-free
battery.
Durable, comfortable,
easy-to-use controls.
Keyed ignition
switch for added security.
Triple skid-plates.
Easy-to-use parking
brake.
Top-mounted choke
lever for simple operation.
Handlebar switches,
controls and warning labels use
internationally approved
ISO graphic symbols.
Standard tool
kit includes a tire-pressure gauge.
GVWR is 485 pounds
for both TRX500FE / TRX500FM.
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
unit 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(TM) (HRCA(R)).
Benefits include online access
to the Honda Common Service Manual,
six issues of the bimonthly Honda
Red Rider(TM) magazine, travel
discounts, trip routing, MSF reimbursement,
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.