2017 REC/UTILITY ATVs
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DISCOVER HOW GOOD THE BEST CAN BE. Life’s full of choices. Some are easy, and some are more difficult. But just about everyone wants the freedom to make those choices for themselves. That’s why Honda builds so many all-terrain vehicles—so you have the freedom to choose the ATV that’s perfect for your unique needs. Vehicles built to work hard; vehicles for having fun when the workday’s done. But one thing they all have in common: Honda’s innovation, dedication to quality and legendary engineering. So go ahead, pick one, or two, or three. Because you can’t go wrong when you choose a Honda....

DIFFERENT HORSES FOR DIFFERENT COURSES. When Honda designs an ATV, we can choose from a wide range of technologies and innovations. That gives us the ability to make a vehicle that’s not just an assembly of parts, but one that’s engineered for superior performance in its class. CHOOSING YOUR SUSPENSION Where to begin with so many great choices in our 2017 model lineup? Let’s start with the rear suspension. On our 2017 ATVs, every model features independent front suspension, but there are two rear-suspension choices. It’s not a matter of one being better, but one will probably suit your...

DON’T WASTE YOUR ENERGY Pay attention to the way your Honda’s engine sits in the chassis. It’s laid out with the crankshaft front-to-back, just like a tractor or your pickup truck. Why? The design eliminates any power losses from unnecessary right-angle driveline changes. That means a Honda engine can get more power to the ground than some bigger, heavier, less-efficient ATVs. CHOOSING YOUR TRANSMISSION AUTOMATIC DCT Honda’s five-speed Automatic Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) is more than just convenient. It delivers smooth, seamless power that can be an advantage in sloppy, technical...

Electric Power Steering (EPS) is a huge benefit, especially when operating your ATV in ruts, rocky terrain or on long sidehills. And Honda’s design means there are no belts to break or pumps to fail. BUILT FOR THE RANCH YOU CALL HOME. Honda’s FourTrax® Rancher ATVs are premium tools for the jobs you need to do, whether that’s on the farm, the jobsite, hunting, fishing, exploring . . . or on the ranch. It’s easy for you to choose the right mix of features—just like reaching for that right tool. ELECTRIC POWER STEERING TRAXLOK® Choose either 2WD or 4WD with a convenient lever. 2WD gives you...

SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE: 420cc liquid-cooled fuel-injected OHV wetsump longitudinally mounted single-cylinder four-stroke FRONT SUSPENSION: Independent double-wishbone; 7.3 inches of travel REAR SUSPENSION: Independent dual-arm; 8.5 inches of travel GROUND CLEARANCE: 9.2 inches TOWING CAPACITY: 848 pounds RACK CAPACITY: Front - 66 pounds, Rear - 133 pounds FOURTRAX RANCHER 4X4 AUTOMATIC DCT IRS EPS The Rancher’s IRS design keeps the suspension components well protected from trail hazards and helps optimize available rear-wheel traction in rugged terrain conditions. With 8.5 inches of travel...

The Foreman 4x4’s solid-rear-axle design provides superior towing and hauling performance. Its long suspension stroke and plush seat let you tackle your favorite trail or the toughest chores. SWINGARM REAR SUSPENSION FRONT DIFFERENTIAL LOCK When you need to get positive power to both front wheels in tough terrain, just flip this handlebar switch to maximize available front-end traction. 01 Looking for the no-nonsense, get-the-job-done workhorse of our ATV lineup? You found it: Strong, rugged, famously reliable, and able to do it all, with its 500-class engine the Honda FourTrax Foreman is...

INBOARD REAR DISC BRAKE Tucked up inboard and out of harm’s way, the Rubicon’s inboard rear disc brake reduces unsprung weight and resists water, sticks, and rocks better than other designs. > FOURTRAX FOREMAN RUBICON GREAT RIDES SHOULD LAST ALL DAY. DUAL RANGE DRIVE/LOW SHIFTER Like a full-sized four-wheel-drive truck, Rubicon DCT models feature a drive/ low range in their gearbox, so you can choose the perfect gear for crawling over technical terrain, pulling heavy loads or cruising on smoother trails. The real greats stand the test of time. And when you’re talking about all-terrain...

WHO SAYS YOU HAVE TO ROUGH IT? The outdoors can be a rough place—hot, cold, wet, dry, rocky, muddy. But smart outdoorsmen—or outdoorswomen—find a way to smooth it instead of roughing it. And our top-of-the-line Honda Rincon is one of the most refined, smooth, comfortable ATVs to ever take on what mother nature has to offer. SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE: 675cc liquid-cooled OHV semi-dry-sump longitudinally mounted single-cylinder four-stroke FRONT SUSPENSION: Independent double-wishbone; 6.9 inches of travel REAR SUSPENSION: Independent double-wishbone; 8.0 inches of travel GROUND CLEARANCE: 9.1...

SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE: 229cc air-cooled OHV longitudinally mounted single-cylinder four-stroke FRONT SUSPENSION: Independent double-wishbone; 5.1 inches of travel REAR SUSPENSION: Swingarm with single shock; 4.9 inches of travel GROUND CLEARANCE: 6.0 inches TOWING CAPACITY: 500 pounds RACK CAPACITY: Front - 33 pounds, Rear - 66 pounds FOURTRAX RECON The Recon® is a powerful, versatile, rugged ATV with a smaller footprint. Its compact size helps you maneuver through tighter trails, while its specially designed 250ccclass engine is engineered for plenty of low-rpm torque and power. It’s even...

CHOOSE THE RIGHT RANCHER. With all the great Rancher models in our 2017 lineup, how do you know which one is going to be right for you? Here’s some advice. First of all, each one uses a longitudinally mounted 420cc engine, so you can skip ahead to the bigger decisions about transmission type and rear-suspension configuration. Once you’ve sorted that our, consider adding Electric Power Steering—it’s a popular option in rugged terrain. And finally, there’s always color! FOREMAN RUBICON 4X4 DCT EPS DELUXE* ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION SWINGARM REAR SUSPENSION FRONT DIFFERENTIAL LOCK RANCHER...