Honda Announces 2010 Models

[GRIZZLYWIZARD]

FROM HONDA PRESS RELEASE:

Honda ATV's and Side-by-Side: Working hard and playing hard, Honda's line has it all from TRX90 to the Big Red.

FourTrax Rancher/FourTrax Rancher ES
Over the years, the ready-and-willing FourTrax® Rancher® has proven itself to be a dependable partner from sunup to sundown, whether the day calls for work or fun. An optional Electric Shift Program (ESP®) allows for easy shifts with the touch of a handlebar-mounted button. Factor in a powerful, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 420cc engine and you'll see why the FourTrax Rancher has long remained a favorite. For 2010, the Rancher and Rancher ES also feature a new seat with added foam padding for increased comfort and a new rack design that facilitates easier cargo lashing. Available in Red and Olive. In dealerships January 2010. MSRP: $TBD

FourTrax Rancher 4x4/FourTrax Rancher 4x4 with Electric Power Steering
The full-size ATV with full-on get-it-done capabilities, the manual-shift FourTrax Rancher 4x4 offers an impressive list of standard features including selectable 4WD/2WD TraxLok®, a torque-sensitive front differential and a torquey liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 420cc engine. In addition, the Rancher 4x4 can be had with the ease and convenience of Honda's Electric Power Steering (EPS). Both the 4x4 and EPS models receive pre-load adjustable front and rear suspension for 2010 that can be altered to suit specific riding conditions and terrain. Other upgrades for 2010 include a new seat with added foam padding for increased comfort and a new rack design that facilitates easier cargo lashing. Available in Red, Olive and Natural Gear Camouflage. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $5,999.00 - $6,799.00

FourTrax Rancher 4x4 ES/FourTrax Rancher 4x4 ES with Electric Power Steering
Talk about a winning ATV that comes factory-loaded with plenty of gotta-have-it features: The FourTrax Rancher 4x4 ES brings to riders Honda's remarkable Electric Shift Program (ESP) that makes gear shifts as easy as touching a button, selectable 4WD/2WD TraxLok, a torque-sensitive front differential and fuel injection. To top it off, the Rancher 4x4 ES is also available with the riding ease delivered by Honda's Electric Power Steering (EPS). For 2010, both the 4x4 ES and 4x4 ES with EPS feature pre-load adjustable front and rear suspension that can be altered to suit specific riding conditions and terrain. Additional upgrades for 2010 include a new seat with added foam padding for increased comfort and a new rack design that facilitates easier cargo lashing. Available in Red, Olive and Natural Gear Camouflage. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $6,199.00 - $6,999.00

FourTrax Rancher AT/FourTrax Rancher AT with Electric Power Steering
The FourTrax Rancher AT brings a true automatic five-speed transmission to the popular Rancher lineup that gives the rider the option to choose between a fully automatic mode and Electric Shift Program (ESP), which allows for easy pushbutton shifting. Consider also the independent rear suspension, selectable 4WD/2WD TraxLok and a rugged torque-sensitive front differential, plus a variation with Electric Power Steering (EPS), and it's clear there isn't a better choice for reliable and rewarding ATV recreation. For 2010, the Rancher ATs also receive a new seat with added foam padding for increased comfort and a new rack design that facilitates easier cargo lashing. Available in Red, Olive and Natural Gear Camouflage. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $7,299.00 - $7,699.00

FourTrax Rincon
The legendary FourTrax Rincon® tops Honda's line of ATVs and features a powerful 675cc engine, independent rear suspension, electronic fuel injection, Honda Automatic Transmission, front and rear hydraulic disc brakes and more - features that all work together to place this ATV in a class of one. Available in Red, Olive and Natural Gear Camouflage. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $8,599.00 - $8,999.00
American Honda

Big Red
Introducing the 2010 Big Red™, a Side-by-Side workhorse built the Honda way. With industry leading safety features like 3-point Emergency Locking Retractor seatbelts, separate brake lines that keep your brakes working even if a line gets severed, and a wide stance for a stable ride, it's the Multipurpose Utility Vehicle (MUV) that only Honda could build and fittingly enough it's called Big Red. Its multiple patents and numerous automotive-based technology features - not to mention Honda's renowned quality, fit and finish - separate it from all other contenders. Thanks to its superior handling, secure feel and comfortable ride, Big Red has quickly set new standards of performance for both utility and recreational riders. A full line of more than 30 high-quality Honda Genuine Accessories is also available for Big Red, including windshields, tops and bumpers. For 2010, a new Olive color joins Red and Natural Gear Camouflage. In dealerships September 2009. MSRP: $11,699.00 (Olive)

[3TV]

So for 2010 the big changes are preload adjustable shocks on one model, and a seat with more foam in it?

[Gunny]

No motor changes ?? ..... heck, I'm not even sure what their biggest motor is anyway ?

Later ...

[GRIZZLYWIZARD]

Originally Posted by 3TV

So for 2010 the big changes are preload adjustable shocks on one model, and a seat with more foam in it?

More foam! What demographic does that attract? Hmmm?

Originally Posted by Gunny

No motor changes ?? ..... heck, I'm not even sure what their biggest motor is anyway ?

Later ...

You mean they make a big motor?

[Gunny]

Originally Posted by GRIZZLYWIZARD

You mean they make a big motor?

Later ....

[1Bad1000Xxc]

Biggest thing Honda has in a Utility is a 675 in the Rincon for 2010 and a 675 in their "Big Red" side by side for 2010. And wow, that 675 Big Red is 11,999 MSRP. Holy smokes!

[MonsterGrizzly]

lol i hate honda they weak.. my buddy has a 07 400 at... that thing is gutless my brothers old 350 bruin.. walked all over it in power not getting stuck.. and nothing screwing up.. (besides the battry).. but the funny thing is... he drives it harder then i drive my 700 grizz and his Sub he calls it still runs...not saying my grizz don't run lol it runs perfect it's got honda reliability

[BATTLEGUN]

There. I cleaned that mess all up. Let me try this again. Honda is def. on the cutting edge of technology, I just wish they would offer a locking diff and larger bore.

[GRIZZLYWIZARD]

Originally Posted by BATTLEGUN

There. I cleaned that mess all up. Let me try this again. Honda is def. on the cutting edge of technology, I just wish they would offer a locking diff and larger bore.

You are joking right? "cutting edge of technology", in what genre? While every other manufacture has passed them by with new and innovative ideas, they still stick with the what they want, and not what the customer wants.

Rincon for instance....Great machine, but it lacks power, a locking diff which is not necessary for many people), low gear and engine braking. Aside from displacement, it is the same bike since 2003! How is that cutting edge? The hydrostatic tranny isn't anything spectacular, they have been building tractors with the same setup for years.

Honda Reliability....I can find 5 people with the "Reliable Rancher" that have had major electric shift issues. Some of them have spent over $1000 in service repairs to have the issue fixed multiple times.

Honestly, look at the Big Red. I have been told by some dealers that they never even wanted to start selling these things because they were so ugly. I think I would rather choose the Polaris vintage Golf Cart.

Honda has been riding on the Red H for years. I will give them praise for their great marketing.

Rant mode...OFF

[BATTLEGUN]

Well maybe cutting edge was the wrong choice of words (again). your rant brings very valid points but you overlooked power steering the selectable shift transmission and the comfortable ride. Their motors are very reliable. I would consider that pretty good technology. If it's not what the consumer wants then why do they continue to buy them up?