At the heart of the 2023 Honda FourTrax Foreman Rubicon 4x4 atv motorcycle, Honda pairs a 518 cc (31.6 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 96.0 x 71.5 mm (3.8 x 2.8 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the FourTrax Foreman Rubicon 4x4 measures 316.2 kg (697 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 925 mm (36.4 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,293 mm (50.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 14.76-liter (3.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2015 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
925 mm (36.4 in)
Engine
Displacement518.0 ccm (31.61 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsLongitudinally mounted engine
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke96.0 x 71.5 mm (3.8 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. PGM-FI, 36mm
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionFull transistorized ignition
LubricationDry sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic
Driveline4x4. Electric reverse. Direct front and rear driveshafts with TraxLok® and torque-sensitive front differential. Reverse.
Performance
Emission DetailsMeets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) off-road emissions standards.
Chassis
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone
Front Travel185 mm (7.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionIndependent dual-arm
Rear Travel215 mm (8.5 inches)
Wheelbase1293 mm (50.9 inches)
Ground Clearance239 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre25/8-12
Rear Tyre25/8-12
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø190 mm (7.5 inches)
Rear BrakesDouble disc
Rear Brake Ø170 mm (6.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight316.2 kg (697.0 pounds)
Seat Height925 mm (36.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1237 mm (48.7 inches)
Overall Length2184 mm (86.0 inches)
Overall Width1204 mm (47.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity14.76 litres (3.90 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel4.92 litres (1.30 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color OptionsRed, Matte Forged Bronze, Honda Phantom Camo®
Carrying CapacityFront and rear rack
WarrantyOne year. Unlimited milage. Transferable.
Notes
Model ID: TRX500FM6. Optional electronic power steering and Automatic DCT.
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