Check Out Honda"s 2014 Utility Quad Line-up!
1. 2014 Honda FourTrax Recon
Not everyone needs a huge, 4x4 ATV capable of pulling horse trailers and uprooting tree stumps. There is a definitive need in the marketplace for the smaller, lighter weight utility quads, and that is where Honda's 2014 FourTrax Recon comes in.
This 2WD workhorse delivers reliable power from it's 229cc air-cooled, longitudinally mounted, single cylinder 4-stroke engine. The Recon is shaft driven, and features an automatic, 5-speed transmission that is easily accessed by Honda's ESP system - a two-button handlebar mounted system that allows simple up and downshifting.
Because the Recon is a two-wheel drive model, the steering is lighter and the machine feels more nimble compared to its larger, bigger bore counterparts, making it a perfect choice for light work or recreation.
MSRP: $3949 (base)
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2. 2014 Honda FourTrax Rancher
The Honda Rancher is Honda's affordable 2 or 4-wheel drive ATV, and it comes packed with options and features, allowing you to customize your purchase to just what you need, and not what you don't.
Powered by a 420cc liquid-cooled fuel-injected single cylinder 4-stroke motor, this quad will start up with the push of a button and is controlled by Honda's automatic 5-speed clutch w/reverse.
The Rancher itself comes in a plethora of model options, including the ES, the Rancher 4X4, 4X ES, 4X4 EPS, Automatic DCT EPS, and Automatic DCT with IRS. The EPS models come standard with Electronic Power Steering, while the DCT models feature Honda's Automatic DCT Transmission. The IRS models feature Independent Rear Suspension, while the non-IRS models come standard with a rear swingarm set-up.
WIth all of the features available, the FourTrax Rancher can be as simple as a basic, no frills 2WD, manual transmission quad or one that has all of the bells and whistles, depending on your needs and your budget.
MSRP: Starting at $5199
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3. 2014 Honda FourTrax Foreman 4X4
If there is true workhorse machine for Honda, the FourTrax Foreman is it. Powered by a proven, fuel injected 475cc liquid-cooled, single cylinder 4-stroke motor, this 4x4 quad is highly popular among ATV enthusiasts.
The Foreman features a front differential with TraxLok - which allows you to switch between 2 and 4-wheel drive with the push of a button. In addition, you can lock the front differential solid, giving full power to all wheels in case you find yourself in very rocky, muddy or slick terrain.
The Foreman comes with independent double-wishbone suspension up front, and a swingarm design in the rear, offering great handling and up to 7.28" of wheel travel.
Options for the Foreman include Electronic Power Steering, Honda's Electronic Shift Program, and every model features EFI to ensure there are no tunability issues no matter what elevations you travel in.
MSRP: Starting at $7099
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4. 2014 Honda Rubicon
Aimed more at the recreational vehicle market and less at the true working quad market, Honda's Rubicon is as fun as it is smart. Powered by a 499cc liquid-cooled single cylinder, 4-stroke motor, the Rubicon has plenty of torque for work or play. With its longitudinal layout and Honda's exclusive Hondamatic transmission, the Rubicon does a great job of getting all of its power to the ground.
As with Honda's other models, Electric Power Steering is a popular option, and features sophisticated torque sensors that measure how much force is being applied, and then tailors it to assist when needed.
With a towing capacity of 850-lbs and rack capacity of 66 lbs up front and 133 lbs in the rear, the Rubicon is plenty tough enough to help reposition a trailer or two as well as haul a load when you need it to.
MSRP: Starting at $7999
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5. 2014 Honda FourTrax Rincon
The largest displacement quad in Honda's utility line-up, the Honda Rincon is considered Honda's top-end sport-utility machine. Powered by a liquid-cooled, 675cc engine with Programmed Fuel Injection, the Rincon has plenty of power whenever you need it.
The Rincon's fully Independent Rear Suspension system helps to ensure constant tire contact with the ground for optimal traction, in additon to giving a smooth, comfortable ride over rough terrain.
The Rincon's automotive style transmission uses a heavy-duty hydraulic torque converter, while the TraxLok system allows you to choose between 2 or 4-wheel drive as you are driving.
Like Honda's other models, the Rincon comes with Honda's ESP for simple, push-button shifting up or down, located on the handlebar and allowing for simple operation even in the deepest mud or snow.
With plenty of features to choose from, the Rincon is considered the Cadillac of Honda's 4x4 ATVs.
MSRP: Starting at $9,199
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