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2 of 3 selected:
Honda SportTrax TRX250X×
Arctic Cat 550 H1 EFI TRV LE 4x4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
229 cc / 13.97
545 / 33.26
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | 229cc air-cooled OHV longitudinally mounted single-cylinder four-stroke ✓ | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | – | No |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | – | Yes |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | – | Yes |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | – | Standard |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Braking | – | Engine Braking System |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | 1 year, Transferable, unlimited mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan ✓ | – |
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| Parent Company | Honda | Arctic Cat |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 |
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| Manufacturer Country | Japan | USA |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | 9.2 | – |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Snorkel Air Intake | Standard | – |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | – |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Rear Bumper | Standard | – |
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| Light Guard | No | – |
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| Hand Guards | No | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Foot Peg Location | Driver | – |
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| Brush Guard | No | Yes |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes |
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| Comfort |
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| Adjustable Throttle | Standard | – |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission Make | – | Duramatic |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | – | Belt |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | – | Shaft |
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| Diff Lock Location | – | Front |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | – | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | – | Yes |
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| Power Outlet | – | Standard |
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| Heated Hand Grip Location | – | Driver and Passenger |
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| Grab Rail Or Strap | – | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | – | Yes |
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| Front Fender Flairs | – | Standard |
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| Floor Board Location | – | Driver and Passenger |
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| CV Boot Cover | – | Yes |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | – | Gauge |
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| Tachometer | – | Standard |
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| Speedometer | – | Standard |
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| Service Reminder | – | Standard |
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| Hour Meter | – | Standard |
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| Colours |
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| Colors | Red, White | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | – | Gauge |
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| Trip Odometer | – | Standard |
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| Trip Computer | – | Standard |
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| Digital Instrumentation | – | Standard |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 476.3 / 1050 |
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| Rear Hitch | – | Receiver |
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| Tow Hook | – | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Lumbar Adjustment | – | No |
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| Backrest Type | – | Detachable |
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| Backrest Location | – | Passenger |
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| Detachable Passenger Seat | – | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Glove Box / Dashboard Storage | – | Standard |
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| Tool Bag Mount | – | Standard |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 45.4 / 100 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Hi / Low Range | – | Yes |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Clock | – | Standard |
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| Winch |
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| Winch Make | – | Warn |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | No | Yes |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 145 / 5.7 | 254 / 10 ✓ |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Steel | – |
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| Suspension Rear | Swingarm with single shock; 5.7-inch travel | Independent Double A-Arm |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | No | Yes |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 150 / 5.9 | 254 / 10 ✓ |
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| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone; 5.9-inch travel | Independent Double A-Arm |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Sealed mechanical drum | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 174 / 6.9 ✓ | – |
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| Brakes Front | Dual hydraulic 174mm discs ✓ | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | Yes | – |
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| Ignition | CD with electronic advance | Electric / Pull |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Carborator Count | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 22 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel System | 22mm piston-valve carburetor ✓ | Fuel Injected |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 2.7in. x 2.45in. | 3.62in. x 3.23in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 68.5mm x 62.2mm | 92mm x 82mm ✓ |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.64 | 0.73 |
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| Engine Cylinders | longitudinally mounted single-cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | air-cooled | Liquid / Air |
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| Engine Type | four-stroke | 4-Stroke ✓ |
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| Total Valves | 2 | 4 ✓ |
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| Valve Configuration | 2-valve | 4-valve ✓ |
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| Engine Valves | OHV | SOHC |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 229 cc / 13.97 | 545 / 33.26 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1740 / 68.5 ✓ | 2505 / 98.64 |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1062 / 41.8 ✓ | 1207 / 47.5 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1077 / 42.4 ✓ | 1278 / 50.3 |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | Two-Piece |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver and Passenger |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 797.6 / 31.4 | – |
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| Storage |
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| Underseat Storage | Standard | Standard |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Reserve (l / gal.) | 2.6 / 0.7 | – |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 9.46 / 2.5 | 20.8 / 5.5 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | Yes | No |
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| Rim Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 9 | 12 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 10 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 22 | 25 ✓ |
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| Lighting |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Rear | 20 x 10-9 knobby radial | AT 25 X 10-12 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 7 ✓ | 8 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 22 | 25 ✓ |
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| Tires Front | 22 x 7-10 knobby radial | AT 25 X 8-12 ✓ |
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| Tire Make | Dunlop | Goodyear |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
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| Number Of Speeds | 5 ✓ | – |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Shaft | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Final Drive | Direct rear drive-shaft | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 ✓ |
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| Transmission | Honda SportClutch, Five-speed with reverse | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | 377 / 171 ✓ | 3000/1360.8 |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 163.3 / 360 | 338.4 / 746 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1125.2 / 44.3 | 1473.2 / 58 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 149.9 / 5.9 | 279.4 / 11 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 10 | 12 ✓ |
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| Winch |
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| Roller Fairlead | – | Standard |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2009 Arctic Cat 550 H1 EFI TRV LE 4x4
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (545cc)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
Comparing 2009 Honda SportTrax TRX250X vs 2009 Arctic Cat 550 H1 EFI TRV LE 4x4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2009 Arctic Cat 550 H1 EFI TRV LE 4x4 has the largest displacement at 545cc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road work.
Which has the better suspension?
Independent front suspension (A-Arm or IFS) absorbs bumps better than solid-axle designs and improves handling on uneven terrain. Check the Suspension category in the full table above to compare front and rear travel for each model.
Which is the easiest to ride?
CVT automatic transmission is easiest for beginners — there is no gear-changing or clutch to manage. A lower seat height also makes a quad more accessible for shorter riders. Check the Transmission and Seat Height rows in the table above.
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