TRX500FE Quad

TRX500FE Quad

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A Honda ATV is the ultimate work mate. Each is built with the quality, technology and reliability that only Honda can inject and last for years, providing unstoppable service ­in all conditions and weathers.

The TRX500 Foreman is the benchmark do-it-all ATV. It’s the full-power, full-sized machine in the Honda range, made for hard work and hauling heavy loads.

With switchable 2/4wd for speed or grip and powerful hydraulic disc brakes to match, the Foreman covers rough ground with ease. And its longitudinally mounted single-cylinder drives hard through a five-speed gearbox and automatic clutch.

Getting the job done efficiently is what the Foreman is all about and for 2014 Honda has taken its heavy hitter back to the drawing board, improving performance and all-round ability with an all-new chassis and host of technical upgrades.

 

Updates in brief

  • Totally new frame, swingarm and longer travel front and rear suspension.
  • Significant increase in carrying capacity for front and rear racks
  • Front and rear suspension adjustable for spring preload.
  • Rear brake located inside rear wheel.
  • Swingarm pivot rubber bushings.
  • Plastic CV joint boots and sealed steering knuckle bearings.
  • Electronic diff. lock control added to TraxLok, plus new Speed Over Ride feature.
  • Increased ACG output
  • Redesigned bodywork maintains rider protection.
  • Comfort has been enhanced with optimised ‘rider triangle’ for different sized riders and a new seat design.
  • Improved, more powerful headlights with assist light.
  • GYZ16 wet-type battery.
  • Tank cover/side covers remove in one piece for easy engine access.
  • Increased dash functionality.
  • The 475cc engine’s fuel injection has been re-mapped for greater throttle control, power delivery and 10% increase in fuel efficiency.
  • Automotive-style fuel pump and 100,000km fuel filter
     

ENGINE

TypeLiquid-cooled single cylinder,   4-stroke, OHV pushrod and rocker arm

Displacement475cc

Bore ´ Stroke92mm x 71.5mm

Compression Ratio9.5 : 1

Max. Power Output28.7 BHP @ 6250rpm

Max. Torque28.0 lb/ft @ 5000rpm

Oil Capacity3.3L

 

FUEL SYSTEM 

CarburationFI

Fuel Tank Capacity14.7L

Fuel Consumption14.3 km/l

 

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 

IgnitionFull transisterised Ignition

StarterElectric and Recoil

Battery Capacity12V 16Ah

ACG Output481W @ 5,000 r/min

 

DRIVETRAIN 

Clutch TypeMultiplate wet clutch

Transmission Type5 speed manual + reverse

Final DriveShaft

 

FRAME 

TypeSteel double cradle

 

CHASSIS 

Dimensions (L´W´H)2103 x 1205 x 1219mm

Wheelbase1268mm

Caster Angle40kg / 80kg

Trail14kg / 385kg

Seat Height869mm

Ground Clearance190mm

Kerb Weight287kg

Turning Radius3.2m

 

SUSPENSION 

Type FrontDouble wishbone

Type RearTrailing type

 

WHEELS 

Type FrontTubeless (composite & steel   press)

Type RearTubeless (composite & steel   press)

Rim Size Front12 x 6.0

Rim Size Rear12 x 7.5

Tyres FrontAT25 x 8-12

Tyres RearAT25 x 10-12

 

BRAKES 

Type FrontHydraulic disc

Type RearMechanical drum

 

INSTRUMENTS & ELECTRICS 

InstrumentsDigital

Headlight35/35W

TaillightLED

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