Are there any problems with the Honda Foreman 450?
Because the Honda Foreman 450 is considered very reliable, it also tends to be abused without getting enough care, which results in part or function failures. Some examples are as follows: speedometer not working; quad not shifting out of reverse while running; top-end noise and oil leak, among others.
Why is my Honda Foreman 4×4 not working?
Click to expand… try starting it, and putting it in gear ( on a lift of course with all 4 wheels off the ground ) then watch to see if the 4×4 light clears up ?, as fish said, the speed sensors must know that the front drive shaft is turning ?, in order to make the front diff operate. Click to expand…
How much weight can a Honda Foreman 400 pull?
How much weight can a Honda Foreman 400 pull? The ATV’s rated maximum towing capacity is 850 lbs (385.6 Kg), which applies to all year models of the Foreman. Where is the Honda Foreman year and VIN located? You can find the VIN on the front left side of the frame near the A-arms.
Which is better Honda Foreman 450 or RUBICON 500?
The specs and features of the Honda Foreman 450 ES versus the Honda Rubicon 500 are comparable and almost similar, but with a few differences: All in all, Honda Foreman 450 ES and Honda Rubicon 500 are both capable machines. Dependent on driver preferences, one model may stand out better than the other.
Where does the oil temp light go on a Honda Foreman?
Click to expand… it screws into the motor, towards the bottom, where the reverse cable goes. At least it is on my 04 450 it screws into the motor, towards the bottom, where the reverse cable goes. At least it is on my 04 450
Why does my Honda Foreman fan light keep coming on?
I have a 98 Foreman S (450 S) had a similar problem. Fan light would come on intermitently, come on constant, flicker etc, even when it was cold. helped some but did not emliminate the problem.
Where is the Reverse Cable on a Honda Foreman?
At least it is on my 04 450 it screws into the motor, towards the bottom, where the reverse cable goes. At least it is on my 04 450 Click to expand… Mickymouse connector on fan control could problem.
Where is the mickymouse connector on a Honda Foreman?
Mickymouse connector on fan control could problem. Reach in on left side of handlebar and wiggle green connectors on little black box (2000 450ES). . . . Isolated to Omron fan module internal connector . $170 gold plated mikcymouse.
How much weight can a Honda Foreman heave?
The Foreman can heave or tow up to 850 lbs., has a rack capacity of 66 lbs. up the front and 133 in the rear, making it ready as a pack mule when you need to carry a heavy load. What is the top speed for a Honda Foreman 450?
Why does my Honda 450 not show 2nd or 3rd?
The reason that redmud01’s 450 doesn’t show 2nd, 3rd, or 4th on the display, is that the gear position switch on the ’98-’01 ES models only has positions for reverse, neutral, 1st, and 5th. On these models, the ECU determines whether the ATV is in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th, by using engine RPM and vehicle speed.
What kind of problems does a Honda Foreman have?
1997 honda foreman 400 4×4. Sometimes when I go to use the electric start it just sits there and makes a terrible electric clicking noise but sometimes it starts perfectly. Battery is fully charged. Click to expand…
Why is my Honda Foreman 450 not shifting?
It works somtimes when its cold, then won’t work when cold, works somtimes hot, then wont’ work hot. Wiggle some wires and it works, then quits working, try wiggling them again and it won’t start working. Brand new battery, all fuses good, adjusted clutch.
Why does my Honda Foreman make a clicking noise?
1997 honda foreman 400 4×4. Sometimes when I go to use the electric start it just sits there and makes a terrible electric clicking noise but sometimes it starts perfectly. Battery is fully charged. Does anybody know what could be wrong or steps to find out.
What kind of engine does a Honda Foreman have?
Other machines can do it as well but the design of the 450 seems to do it the best (and the 400 Foreman). My 450 is a 2002. When I rebuilt the top end it had a lot of carbon build up on the piston and valves. I cleaned the head and ground the valves.
What causes a Honda Foreman to backfire?
It’s my belief that the vacuum slide in the carb is responsible. When on overrun with the throttle off the butterfly in the throttle body is almost completely shut (slightly open for tick over) but the slider and needle is being raised by the vacuum, there will be enough draw to pull fuel from the main jet but it won’t be atomised properly.
What kind of engine does a Fourtrax Foreman have?
Honda recommends that all ATV riders take a training course and read their owner’s manual thoroughly. We gave the FourTrax Foreman a tough 518cc engine that cranks out plenty of horsepower and torque.
How old do you have to be to ride a Honda FourTrax Foreman?
Important Safety Information: Recommended for riders 16 years of age and older. Honda recommends that all ATV riders take a training course and read their owner’s manual thoroughly. We gave the FourTrax Foreman a tough 518cc engine that cranks out plenty of horsepower and torque.
What causes a Honda Foreman 450 to backfire?
Other causes of backfire are bad or weak fuel pumps, low fuel pressure, and clogged fuel filters. All three of these issues have a direct effect on the air-to-fuel ratio. On the 450 it is a common thing.
Other machines can do it as well but the design of the 450 seems to do it the best (and the 400 Foreman). My 450 is a 2002. When I rebuilt the top end it had a lot of carbon build up on the piston and valves. I cleaned the head and ground the valves.