
Honda introduces the definitive high-performance ATV in the FourTrax 250R. The 39mm air-adjustable front fork, adjustable Pro-Link rear suspension, aluminum wheels and disc brakes were state-of-the-art. With a 246cc reed-valve induction, liquid-cooled single-cylinder two-stroke with gear-driven counterbalancer, the Baja-proven mill pumped out 40 percent more power through a six-speed gearbox and was cooled by two aluminum radiators. The high-performance world was rocked by the introduction of the most advanced three-wheeler ever known. Front and rear racks make it an indispensable tool for thousands of jobs. Honda's first four-wheel ATV is powered by a durable single-cylinder four-stroke engine running through a five-speed dual-range transmission with shaft drive and Reverse. Honda's reputation for performance and durability makes the 282-pound 200X one of the industry's most successful sport ATVs.īig Red matures in 1984 with the addition of Reverse gear, a virtually maintenance-free shaft drive and a 700-pound towing capacity.

HONDA ATC 250R 1985 FORK OIL CAPACITY FULL
With standard front and rear cargo racks, Big Red features telescopic-fork front suspension and a dual-range five-speed semiautomatic transmission.ĪTC sales are booming when Honda introduces this XR-type high-performance single-cylinder four-stroke with full suspension and lightweight aluminum wheels. One year later Honda introduces the first ATC designed for utility, the 192cc electric-start Big Red.
HONDA ATC 250R 1985 FORK OIL CAPACITY MANUAL
Designed for experienced riders, the ATC250R wins legions of loyal customers with its adjustable front and rear suspension, front disc brake-both ATC firsts-and close-ratio five-speed manual transmission. The first true high-performance ATC is powered by Honda's air-cooled 248cc two-stroke, complete with an engine counterbalancer to reduce vibration. Equipped with a five-speed semiautomatic transmission with an ultra-low First gear, the ATC185 could be equipped with optional Hondaline® front and rear racks and a trailer hitch to convert it into a workhorse. Introduced as Honda's most powerful three-wheeler, the ATC185 sports a new 180cc engine that cranks out twice the muscle of an ATC110. With a larger, 105cc four-stroke engine, a dual-range four-speed transmission, a parking brake and an enclosed drive chain, the more powerful ATC110 proves a popular successor to the venerable ATC90. Features include foot guards, easy-to-operate brakes and a U.S. Honda releases an economical little brother to the popular ATC90 intended for youngsters. *Estimated industry sales from 1970 to August 1999 The 89cc four-stroke single cranks out 7 horsepower and features such extras as a Swivel-Lok™ handlebar for easy loading in a trunk or a station wagon. Honda's first ATV is a three-wheel ATC, or All-Terrain Cycle, originally named the US90 the name was later changed to ATC90.

Just a revolutionary off-road vehicle destined to launch a whole new industry that will sell more than 6.5 million machines*. "What Is It?" asks Honda's advertising brochure. Featured are a number of milestone models from Honda's legendary ATV lineup.
