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2014 TRX500 Foreman

2014 TRX500 Foreman

2014 HONDA FOREMAN

 

Press release date: 12th March 2014

Model updates: The definitive do-it-all workhorse ATV receives a brand new chassis with more suspension travel, electronic diff. lock, adjustable spring preload front and rear plus improved durability. Also upgraded are bodywork, rider comfort, electrical system, headlights and EPS option; the engine is also 10% more fuel-efficient.

 

Contents:

1 Introduction

2 Updates in brief

3 Updates in detail

4 Model variants

5 Technical specifications

 

1. Introduction

 

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.

 

2. 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.
  • Second generation Electrical Power Steering (EPS) significantly reduces effort and fatigue, with improved feel and accuracy.
  • 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

3. Updates in detail

 

Frame

Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) was used to redesign the frame and it’s 20% stiffer than the previous model – and 2.26kg lighter. Its rigidity balance has been carefully tuned to reduce harshness and give a smoother ride; the overall result is more precise handling and control plus improved stability.

 

Front Suspension

The independent double wishbone design gets an extra 15mm travel, giving a total of 185mm for better front tyre traction, steering accuracy and rider comfort. The suspension settings have been revised and spring preload can now be adjusted to suit loads carried.

 

Rear Suspension

The rear drive shaft axle is now enclosed for greater protection and support of the drive bearings. The rear disc brake has been re-sited inside the right rear wheel, out of harm’s way. Rubber bushings absorb loads between frame and swingarm at the pivot point; they’re bonded to an inner and outer collar so debris cannot intrude. Suspension travel is again increased 15mm to 185mm.

 

TraxLok

TraxLok allows easy selection on the move of either 2wd or 4wd – 2wd gives lighter steering on flat ground, while 4wd maximizes traction. A differential locker system has been added; at the push of a button the Foreman will go from 2wd to 4wd with the TraxLok differential engaged; rotating the switch locks out the diff. in 4wd mode. An LED indicator light shows diff. lock engagement.

 

Speed Over Ride

Speed is limited to 20mph in normal use, but a Speed Over Ride feature is integrated into the starter button. For speeds up to 40mph (and to get the increased wheel speed needed to deal with deep mud) the starter can be pushed and held.

 

CV Joint Protection

Plastic CV Joint boots have replaced rubber. The revised inboard and outboard boot guard layout improves protection and the plastic boots themselves have 65% greater puncture resistance and twice the tear strength. Sealed steering knuckle bearings add durability.

 

Styling

The Foreman’s new bodywork maintains its ability to protect from mud and flying debris, plus the unique floorboards that allow the rider’s feet to grip the footrests while keeping away mud and debris. The one-piece tank cover and side panels can be removed without tools and give immediate access to the engine, the fuel tank, intake system and electrical components.

 

Increasing practicality the steel front rack can now carry and extra 10kg, at 40kg total; the rear rack has been beefed up to haul 80kg. The maximum weight capacity is now 250kg.

 

Lighting

New dual front headlights feature 35/35W bulbs, as opposed to 30/30W giving increased output with light distribution more focused in low and high beam. The assist light now operates independently of the main headlights – it can be off when on low beam, and turns on with high beam. It can also be turned off if the front rack is loaded.

 

Instruments

The digital odometer, trip and hour meter are joined by a clock, coolant temperature gauge, ‘maintenance minder’ system (hours and mile/km) and diff. lock indicator. It’s also easy to change between mile/km and mph or km/h.

 

Electrical Power Steering (EPS)

The EPS unit now mounts in three places rather than two adding a greater rigidity balance to the steering. It features a revised ECU map that significantly reduces low speed steering effort whether loaded or unloaded. Kickback is also decreased, aiding rider comfort and the steering’s linearity/damping is enhanced.

 

Electrical system

The Alternating Current Generator (ACG) has been uprated 16% from 416W output to 481W, giving an improved margin for running electrical accessories. A wet-type GYZ16 battery has replaced the dry-type YTX14 unit. It features 16Ah capacity and offers improved reliability.

 

Engine

A real ATV powerhouse the 475cc liquid-cooled OHV engine is unchanged. Unique to Honda it’s longitudinally mounted and ensures a low centre of gravity, plus delivers direct and efficient drive top to the drive shafts. The fuel injection and air-intake system have been fine-tuned to give even smoother power delivery and throttle feel; a new automotive-spec fuel pump increases durability and is easier to service. It uses a cam lock ring and O-ring to secure it in the tank and its filter now has a 100,000km (rather than 18,500km) life.

 

The 10% increase in fuel economy – with no loss of drivability or power ­– has been achieved by using a ‘leaner’ fuel map for when cruising, and a ‘richer’ map at high engine speed and large throttle openings. An 02 lambda sensor in the exhaust constantly adjusts the fuelling, lowering emissions.

 

4. Model variants

 

Foreman 2/4wd (TRX500FM1E)

Switchable 2/4wd, manual five-speed gearbox and automatic clutch.

 

Foreman 2/4wd (TRX500FE1E)

Electric Shift Program (ESP) adds effortless handlebar-mounted push-button gear changes.

 

Foreman 2/4wd (TRX500FE2E)

Electric Shift Program (ESP) adds effortless handlebar-mounted push-button gear changes + Power Steering

 

5. Technical Specifications

 

TRX500FM1E

 

ENGINE

 

Type

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

Displacement

475cc

Bore ´ Stroke

92mm x 71.5mm

Compression Ratio

9.5 : 1

Max. Power Output

28.7 BHP @ 6250rpm

Max. Torque

28.0 lb/ft @ 5000rpm

Oil Capacity

3.3L

FUEL SYSTEM

 

Carburation

FI

Fuel Tank Capacity

14.7L

Fuel Consumption

14.3 km/l

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

 

Ignition

Full transisterised Ignition

Starter

Electric and Recoil

Battery Capacity

12V 16Ah

ACG Output

481W @ 5,000 r/min

DRIVETRAIN

 

Clutch Type

Multiplate wet clutch

Transmission Type

5 speed manual + reverse

Final Drive

Shaft

FRAME

 

Type

Steel double cradle

CHASSIS

 

Dimensions (L´W´H)

2103 x 1205 x 1219mm

Wheelbase

1268mm

Caster Angle

40kg / 80kg

Trail

14kg / 385kg

Seat Height

869mm

Ground Clearance

190mm

Kerb Weight

287kg

Turning Radius

3.2m

SUSPENSION

 

Type Front

Double wishbone

Type Rear

Trailing type

WHEELS

 

Type Front

Tubeless (composite & steel press)

Type Rear

Tubeless (composite & steel press)

Rim Size Front

12x6.0

Rim Size Rear

12x7.5

Tyres Front

AT25 x 8-12

Tyres Rear

AT25 x 10-12

BRAKES

 

Type Front

Hydraulic disc

Type Rear

Mechanical drum

INSTRUMENTS & ELECTRICS

 

Instruments

Digital

Headlight

35/35W

Taillight

LED

 

TRX500FE1E

 

ENGINE

 

Type

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

Displacement

475cc

Bore ´ Stroke

92mm x 71.5mm

Compression Ratio

9.5 : 1

Max. Power Output

28.7 BHP @ 6250rpm

Max. Torque

28.0 lb/ft @ 5000rpm

Oil Capacity

3.3L

FUEL SYSTEM

 

Carburation

FI

Fuel Tank Capacity

14.7L

Fuel Consumption

14.3 km/l

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

 

Ignition

Full transisterised Ignition

Starter

Electric and Recoil

Battery Capacity

12V 16Ah

ACG Output

481W @ 5,000 r/min

DRIVETRAIN

 

Clutch Type

Multiplate wet clutch

Transmission Type

5 speed manual + reverse

Final Drive

Shaft

FRAME

 

Type

Steel double cradle

CHASSIS

 

Dimensions (L´W´H)

2103 x 1205 x 1219mm

Wheelbase

1268mm

Caster Angle

40kg / 80kg

Trail

14kg / 385kg

Seat Height

869mm

Ground Clearance

190mm

Kerb Weight

287kg

Turning Radius

3.2m

SUSPENSION

 

Type Front

Double wishbone

Type Rear

Trailing type

WHEELS

 

Type Front

Tubeless (composite & steel press)

Type Rear

Tubeless (composite & steel press)

Rim Size Front

12 x 6.0

Rim Size Rear

12 x 7.5

Tyres Front

AT25 x 8-12

Tyres Rear

AT25 x 10-12

BRAKES

 

Type Front

Hydraulic disc

Type Rear

Mechanical drum

INSTRUMENTS & ELECTRICS

 

Instruments

Digital

Headlight

35/35W

Taillight

LED

 

TRX500FE2E

 

ENGINE

 

Type

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

Displacement

475cc

Bore ´ Stroke

92mm x 71.5mm

Compression Ratio

9.5 : 1

Max. Power Output

28.7 BHP @ 6250rpm

Max. Torque

28.0 lb/ft @ 5000rpm

Oil Capacity

3.3L

FUEL SYSTEM

 

Carburation

FI

Fuel Tank Capacity

14.7L

Fuel Consumption

14.3 km/l

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

 

Ignition

Full transisterised Ignition

Starter

Electric and Recoil

Battery Capacity

12V 16Ah

ACG Output

481W @ 5,000 r/min

DRIVETRAIN

 

Clutch Type

Multiplate wet clutch

Transmission Type

5 speed manual + reverse

Final Drive

Shaft

FRAME

 

Type

Steel double cradle

CHASSIS

 

Dimensions (L´W´H)

2103 x 1205 x 1219mm

Wheelbase

1268mm

Caster Angle

40kg / 80kg

Trail

14kg / 385kg

Seat Height

869mm

Ground Clearance

190mm

Kerb Weight

294kg

Turning Radius

3.2m

SUSPENSION

 

Type Front

Double wishbone

Type Rear

Trailing type

WHEELS

 

Type Front

Tubeless (composite & steel press)

Type Rear

Tubeless (composite & steel press)

Rim Size Front

12 x 6.0

Rim Size Rear

12 x 7.5

Tyres Front

AT25 x 8-12

Tyres Rear

AT25 x 10-12

BRAKES

 

Type Front

Hydraulic disc

Type Rear

Mechanical drum

INSTRUMENTS & ELECTRICS

 

Instruments

Digital

Headlight

35/35W

Taillight

LED

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