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Honda FourTrax Rancher 4X4 ES×
Honda FourTrax Foreman 500 4x4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
420 / 25.63
475cc / 29
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 420 / 25.63 | 475cc / 29 ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Cargo Bed Tilt | No | – |
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| Brush Guard | Yes | Yes |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Gauge | Light |
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| Speedometer | Standard | Standard |
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| Service Reminder | Standard | Standard |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | Standard |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | Gauge |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| CV Boot Cover | Yes | Yes |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Clock | Standard | Standard |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | Standard |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 384.7 / 848 | 385.6 / 850 |
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| Rear Hitch | Standard | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Lumbar Adjustment | No | – |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 856 / 33.7 ✓ | 861.1 / 33.9 |
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| Storage |
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| Rear Storage Well | Standard | Standard |
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| Fender Storage Location | Front | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Underseat Storage | Standard | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | – | Standard |
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| Power Outlet | – | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | – | Yes |
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| Front Fender Flairs | – | Standard |
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| Colours |
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| Colors | – | Olive, Red, Yellow |
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| Storage |
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| Fender Storage | – | Standard |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 269.4 / 594 |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Carburetor Size MM | – | 34 ✓ |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | – | 0.8 |
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| Engine Detail | – | Air-cooled longitudinally mounted single-cylinder four-stroke |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | 12 Limited ✓ | 6 months Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan. |
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| Parent Company | Honda | Honda |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | 9.2 | 10.8 |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Snorkel Air Intake | Standard | Standard |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Rear Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Light Guard | No | No |
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| Hand Guards | No | 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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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 29.9 / 66 | 29.9 / 66 |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Reserve (l / gal.) | 4.9 / 1.3 | 3 / 0.8 ✓ |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 14.8 / 3.9 | 15.9 litres, including 3.4-litre reserve / 4.2 |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Swing Arm | Independent double wishbone with hydraulic shock absorbers |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | No |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 170 / 6.7 ✓ | 170.2 / 6.7 |
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| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Independent double-wishbone with hydraulic shocks; 170mm (6.7 ✓ |
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| Brakes |
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| Rear Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 160 / 6.3 ✓ | – |
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| Brakes Rear | Sealed Drum | Sealed mechanical drum |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 190 / 7.5 ✓ | – |
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| Brakes Front | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Dual 180mm hydraulic discs ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | No | – |
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| Ignition | Electric | Capacitor Discharge (CDI) with electronic advance |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Steel | Steel |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Fuel Injector Size MM | 34 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel System Brand | Keihin | – |
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| Fuel System | Fuel Injected | Single 36mm CV ✓ |
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| Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.41in. x 2.82in. | 3.62in. x 2.82 in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 86.5mm x 71.5mm | 92mm x 71.5mm ✓ |
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| Engine Braking | Standard | Standard |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | single-cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid | Air-cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke ✓ | four-stroke |
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| Total Valves | 2 | 2 |
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| Valve Configuration | 2-valves | 2-valves |
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| Engine Valves | OHV | OHV, 2 valves ✓ |
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| Carborator Count | 0 | 1 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 170 / 6.7 ✓ | 170.2 / 6.7 |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | No |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Steel |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 11 | 12 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 10 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 24 | 25 ✓ |
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| Tires Rear | Maxxis 24 x 10-11 | 25x 10-12 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 8 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 24 | 25 ✓ |
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| Tires Front | Maxxis 24 x 8-12 | 25 x 8-12 ✓ |
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| Tube / Tubeless | Tubed | – |
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| Tire Make | Maxxis | Dunlop |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
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| Number Of Speeds | 5 | 5 |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | Front | Front |
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| Driveline Make | TraxLok | TraxLok |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | Shaft |
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| Drive line Modes | 2 | 2 |
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| Final Drive | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 ✓ | 2WD/4WD; direct front and rear driveshafts with sw |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Five-speed with automatic clutch, reverse and ultra-low first gear. Automatic centrifugal clutch. |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | 616 / 279.4 ✓ | – |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1270 / 50 ✓ | 1287.8 / 50.7 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 183 / 7.2 ✓ | 190.5 / 7.5 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1173 / 46.2 | 1069 / 42.1 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1204 / 47.4 | 1034 / 40.7 ✓ |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2103 / 82.80 | 1905 / 75.0 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Performance |
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| Power Output(hp in Kw) | – | 14.3kW at 6500rpm |
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| Torque (Nm) | – | 23Nm at 5000rpm ✓ |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- 4WD capable — better traction in mud, sand and steep terrain
- Lower seat height — more accessible for shorter riders
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2006 Honda FourTrax Foreman 500 4x4
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (475cccc)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
- 4WD capable — better traction in mud, sand and steep terrain
✗ Cons
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
Comparing 2020 Honda FourTrax Rancher 4X4 ES vs 2006 Honda FourTrax Foreman 500 4x4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2006 Honda FourTrax Foreman 500 4x4 has the largest displacement at 475cccc, 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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