The FourTrax Foreman
Rubicon comes by its popularity
honestly, courtesy of its continuously
variable Hondamatic transmission,
TraxLok 2WD/4WD system, torque-sensitive
front differential and sophisticated
GPScape navigation capabilities.
New White color
joins Red, Olive and NaturalGear™
Camouflage on the TRX500FA.
Foreman
Rubicon ATV Unique Features
Integrated GPScape®
(see Technology Section)
Honda's first
liquid-cooled four-stroke ATV
engine is a single-cylinder 499cc
overhead-valve design that provides
tremendous torque and dependable
power.
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.
Torque-Sensitive
Front Differential (see Technology
Section)
Foreman
Rubicon ATV Engine/Drivetrain
Traxlok(R) 2WD
/ 4WD system enables the rider
to shift between two-wheel drive
and four-wheel drive with a simple
push of a switch. Quiet operation
and smooth engagement are key
features of the system.
20w integrated
carburetor heater for reliable
cold-weather starting.
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.
Standard high-flow
oil cooler ensures optimal engine
lubrication under difficult operating
conditions.
Rubber-cushion
engine mounting and gear-driven
counterbalancer reduce vibration.
Integral electric
carburetor heater system improves
driveability and ensures smooth
operation in cold conditions.
Stainless steel
exhaust system provides superior
corrosion resistance.
Hondamatic
Automatic Transmission
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.
Dash-mounted
knob switches to one of three
electronic shifting programs:
D1 for maximum performance, D2
for maximum torque and ESP™,
Honda's exclusive Electric Shift
Program (see Technology Section).
D1 and D2 modes provide continuously
variable transmission output;
ESP allows the rider to "shift"
the Hondamatic with the touch
of a thumb using two push-buttons
mounted on the left handlebar.
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).
The Hondamatic
is fully sealed, compact and maintenance-free,
with no belts to wear out and
replace.
The Hondamatic
features true engine braking,
unlike conventional belt-drive
designs
Foreman
Rubicon ATV Chassis/Suspension
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.
Brake pads feature
thick, long-wearing material with
improved mud durability, feel
and control. An internal scraper
gives audible warning when pad
life is low.
Rugged frame
and suspension provide 7.5 inches
of ground clearance.
Independent double-wishbone
front suspension uses premium
shock absorbers to provide 6.7
inches of suspension travel for
a plush, comfortable ride.
Steel swingarm
and dual rear shock absorbers
provide 6.7 inches of suspension
travel for superb comfort and
compliance.
Powerful single
piston caliper front hydraulic
180mm disc brakes and sealed rear
mechanical drum.
Additional
Features
Water-resistant
storage is integrated into bodywork.
Engine design
produces low emissions and meets
California Air Resources Board
(CARB) off-road emissions standards.
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.
Waterproof accessory
socket provides 12-volt, 10-amp
power with a built-in temperature-type
fuse.
Digital fuel
gauge.
Thickly padded
seat provides all-day comfort.
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.
Powerful 361-watt
AC generator.
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 stop- and taillight.
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.
Constant-velocity-joint
boot guards help prevent damage
to boot covers.
Triple skidplates.
Assembled in
Timmonsville, South Carolina.
Transferable
one year limited warranty; extended
coverage available with a Honda
Protection Plan.
