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