1998 Foreman S/ES

The all-new Fourtrax Foreman S is the biggest Honda ATV you can buy - with 432cc of stump pulling power, large 25 inch tires, and heavy duty four wheel drive, the Fourtrax Foreman S redefines what a tough and dependable ATV should be.

Honda Announces Foreman ES - With Electric Shift!

FOREMAN FEATURES

Powerful, rugged, OHV air-cooled 432cc engine - the largest displacement engine ever in a Honda ATV.
New carburetor electric heater system improves driveability and ensures smooth operation in cold conditions.
Closed crankcase vent system safeguards against engine oil contamination.
Rugged frame and suspension provide an exceptional 7.5 inches of ground clearance.
Rugged, large diameter 25 x 8 x 12 front, 25 x 10 x 12 rear tires provide added ground clearance while maintaining precise handling.
Multi-function LCD Digital meter is compact, tough, and waterproof, featuring large readouts for speedometer, odometer, resettable tripmeter, and hourmeter/clock. Meter housing includes LED lights for reverse, neutral, and oil temperature warning indicators.
Waterproof accessory socket provides 12 volt, 10 amp power with a built-in temperature type fuse.

ENGINE

Compact OHV air-cooled 432cc longitudinally-mounted engine allows direct drive-shaft alignment to both front and rear wheels for improved drivetrain efficiency.
Overhead-valve design offers a wide, easy-to-use power band and compact engine dimensions.
Rubber-cushion engine mounting and gear-driven counterbalancer reduce vibration.
Super-heavy-duty automatic clutch with a low, 1750-rpm engagement point for excellent driveability and towing capacity.
Five-speed transmission with reverse includes a super-low first gear.
Full-time four-wheel drive.
Convenient electric starter, with auxiliary recoil starter and an internal decompression system.
Wet sump with large, 3-quart capacity.
High-flow oil cooler with cooling fan helps control engine temperatures.
DC CD ignition with electronic advance for good performance and reliability.
Powerful, 310-watt AC generator.
Reusable foam air filter.

CHASSIS SUSPENSION

Maintenance-free shaft drive with limited-slip front differential routes power directly from the longitudinally-mounted engine without inefficient directional changes.
Independent double-wishbone front suspension uses Showa shock absorbers to give 5.9 inches of travel.
Steel swingarm and dual Showa rear shock absorbers give 5.9 inches of travel.
Steering mechanism design features light effort and a tight turning radius of 11.5 feet.
Dual front hydraulic drum brakes and sealed rear mechanical drum.
Standard over-fenders give excellent mud protection.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Large cargo racks front and rear allow payloads of 66 and 132 pounds respectively.
Heavy-duty trailer hitch with towing capacity of 850 pounds.
Large, lightweight plastic fuel tank with 3.2-gallon capacity.
Fuel gauge is standard equipment.
Snorkel-type air intake system is specially designed for water crossings.
Unique rear-opening storage compartment allows access when rack is loaded.
Triple-headlight system with single 45-watt upper light and dual 25-watt lower lights.
USDA-qualified spark arrestor/muffler is constructed of stainless steel.
Dunlop tires designed especially for the Foreman S provide excellent traction and durability.
Constant-velocity-joint boot guards help prevent damage to boot covers.
Maintenance-free battery.
Durable, comfortable, easy-to-use controls.
Keyed ignition switch for added security.
Large mud flaps keep dirt and debris off of the rider.
Triple skidplates.
Easy-to-use parking brake.
Top-mounted choke lever for simple operation.
Handlebar switches, controls and warning labels use internationally approved ISO graphic symbols.
Standard tool kit includes a tire pressure gauge.
G.V.W.R. is 1078 pounds.
Manufactured in Marysville, Ohio.
Six-month limited, transferable warranty.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model: TRX450S

Engine Type: 432.6cc air-cooled OHV longitudinally-mounted single-cylinder four-stroke

Bore and Stroke: 90mm x 68mm

Carburetion: 32mm piston-valve

Ignition: DC CDI

Starter: Electric with auxiliary recoil

Clutch: Automatic

Transmission: Five-speed with reverse includes super-low ratio first gear

Driveline: Direct front and rear drive-shafts with limited-slip front differential

Suspension: Front - Independent double-wishbone; 5.9 inches travel, Rear - Swingarm with dual shocks; 5.9 inches travel

Brakes: Front - Dual sealed hydraulic drum / Rear - Sealed mechanical drum

Tires: Front: 25 x 8 x 12 / Rear: 25 x 10 x 12

Length: 77.2 inches

Width: 45.5 inches

Height: 45.0 inches

Seat Height: 33.9 inches

Ground Clearance: 7.5 inches

Wheelbase: 50.0 inches

Turning Radius: 11.5 feet

Dry Weight: 573.2 pounds

Fuel Capacity: 3.2 gallons including 0.7-gallon reserve

Colors: Olive or Yellow

Electric Shift: Torrance, CA - American Honda has revealed an all-new ATV with Electric Shift Program (ESP) at the Honda Dealer Convention in New York City, Thursday, September 18, 1997 - the Honda FourTrax Foreman ES.

The never-seen-before technology on the ESP features push-button upshifting and downshifting. Mounted on the left handlebar, the ATV is shifted simply and precisely with the push of the left thumb. No more clutch and shift levers to worry about. Combining the ease of an automatic transmission and the positive action of a manual transmission, the Honda ESP system even adjusts the speed of the shift to match the rider's driving style.

The Foreman ES comes with all of the great features of the new Foreman S - 432cc of power from the largest displacement ATV engine ever put in a Honda, electric carburetor heat for excellent driveability, 25 inch tires for good ground clearance, and a tough, easy-to-read digital display with readouts for the speedometer, resetable odometer, tripmeter, and hour meter/clock.

The Foreman ES is scheduled for release in March, 1998 - just after the Foreman S release in January. Prices will be announced at a future date.

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