Don't buy a 4 Wheeler until you watch this!

Don't buy a 4 Wheeler until you watch this! Come along as we do a quick review and overview of the Honda Fortrax Foreman 500..We'll check out the features and I'll give ya my opinion! Hope ya'll enjoy!
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[@popeyecop1]

Great review, very thorough and to the point. Keep up the good work of producing quality videos.

[@davebarnessr.5805]

I have a 2016 Honda Rancher 420 4 Tractor with power steering and from watching this Vlog, is very very close to my machine. I have plenty of power. As a matter of fact, it will go much faster than this soft suspension will safely allow. But I did not buy it to go fast, I bought it to go strong and it does that very well in work and utility applications, and it does this very well. The biggest difference I see in our machines is I have full 4 wheel independent suspension with adjustable shocks on all four corners. This adds considerable cost , but one I opted for. Good luck, Be Safe, Great Vlog!

[@vacone1]

This is my go to with a heavy duty cart behind it. I cleaned 2 acres of woods of brush and small trees with this rig. Very hilly more useful than a tractor. Used the cart as skidder.

[@pro2aguy984]

I have the 2021 Honda Rubicon Foreman 520. Total beast, Will plow any snow I put it up too and I’ve pulled a mini van out the rut with my winch. These machines are not speed demons with a top speed of around 40-45 but they are the most reliable machines you can get. People who dog Honda on their simplistic design simply don’t understand that’s where the high reliability come into play.

[@hlfpsttomorrow93]

I’m looking forward to getting a foot shift model for snow plowing and pulling firewood out of the woods. My ‘84 atc 200s needs a break after decades of pure abuse

[@wesleyveal7602]

The Phone storage thing was clearly a vape holder 😂 lmao

[@outdoorsatenoch4237]

We had a 2012 Foreman, added Warn 2500lb wireless winch, chainsaw mounts and front and rear racks - very reliable - we sold it after buying a Ranger last year. I do recommend using ethynol free gas though.

[@seatsniffer100]

Boy I tell you that intro song sure hits hard now.

[@45SIG58]

I have a much older version, A 2001 Honda rancher 350 ES. Still runs great. Love it

[@mzondi1970]

Just bought a 21 Foreman. After months of research I found it won out in every category except for top speed for what I need it for. Had it a week and love it. I just bought it as a toy to go trail riding with my buddies I bought foot shifter no power steering my thought process being the less added the less that can break

[@aocbarbarian3692]

I just bought the same thing.trx520 fm1 2021 and love it!

[@MattieK09]

Smart

[@mcmuskie2563]

Haha, your car must have wind up windows and No A/C cause the more comfortable the more chance of issues….haha

[@mzondi1970]

@@mcmuskie2563 if you're talking to me my cars have what they need you don't need all that bullshit on a four wheeler

[@fabiancoretti4237]

@@mzondi1970 foot shifter sure but power steering? that’s always good to have

[@tonieveritt7045]

Morning josh watching from England anyone who served for their country I take my hat off to u just started to watch your channel and like what I see will keep watching keep up the good work keep safe

[@Wydglide]

Josh your Owner's manual is in the rear trunk if you didn't know... Hard to beat Honda quality! 👍

[@TheGsellers]

Thanks for keeping the bloopers in at the end, good to see you still make goofs. Wooooooooo!

[@dedduck87]

Used to have a 2003 Foreman 450ES. Such a nice rig and this reminds me of my old quad. Super reliable good luck

[@rjnixon1061]

Had a lot of Hondas, they're amazing. The rear axle is solid I do believe (both wheels turn all the time) unless you're overseas and they have a turf mode I don't know about. Enjoy your machine and land.

[@lancelindgren5655]

Rubicon re independent rear suspension

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

That Honda looks good for darting around the property. In my 3rd episode on my channel I introduce and do a walk around on my new Kawasaki Mule - Real Tree edition. I was as happy as a kid in a candy store. 812 ccs, 3-6 person adjustable seating, 2x4 or 4x4, dumping rear bed, roof, windshield. It’s basically my workhorse on my farm. I love it and I’m so pleased with its performance thus far. I’ve had it up to 55km/hr. 🇨🇦 But if I’m just doing something quick and easy like checking the fences or fallen trees a single rider atv might serve me well. Thanks for the explanation of the Foreman’s features.

[@HippieHillHomestead]

I have owned several honda 4 wheelers ,they make a good machine. Of course the key to longevity is doing the maintenance on them.Since you purchased this one almost new it should last you many years. Thanks for the review.

[@phpdreams]

Hey Josh. Nice ride. You talked about the suspension around the 8:20 mark and mentioned that it's in the 2nd to highest/stiffest setting. By the look of it, it's in the 2nd to lowest setting. So you can stiffen up the suspension and increase ride height a fair bit still by turning the adjusters up a few more notches. That will certainly help as you add attachments/implements to it. Hope this helps!

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Thanks for the info!

[@jamesmcguire1178]

Manual Foot Shift is way better and reliable than Electric Shift Program

[@TheYoutubeKid1]

Yes

[@dubo2057]

Yes it is

[@bubbatime]

Electric shift is easier and funner to drive in my opinion. If it breaks, the parts are available and cheap and easy to fix. Id stick with electric shift.

[@michaelhendrix845]

You’re stuck in the past. You’re the type of person who will say a manual transmission is better than an automatic when it comes to racing 😂😂😂

[@Shadow6a]

My 520 DCT can run like the wind(in Forrest Gump voice)

[@troyeager8877]

When I bought my Suzuki eiger 4x4 the only reason I chose it over Honda was their reverse was easier to use when needed to focus on use of snow plow. Hondas are great products for sure! I've had a few.

[@mechanicmike2858]

I'm glad YT is back up .. I thought the world was ending

[@chelemichele1524]

A new toy is always fun... good luck with your farm pumping out of your 4 wheeler.. Have a good day 🍁🍁🍁

[@tgltoday2717]

Great review. I look forward to seeing the long term, high mileage or hours review.

[@bcgrittner]

Back in the 70's I worked at a motorcycle shop for a while. Back then we had three-wheelers. We did some crazy stuff on those things (one-wheel wheelstands, etc.) In the early 90's a friend invited me to his lake home and he had two Honda four wheelers. Wow, what a difference. Progress rules. That Foreman looks like a great choice, Josh. Well done.

[@JamesGreenier]

That’s what we picked up stripped down for $5500 new. Love it!

[@stephenreese5921]

We had ATVs in AFG to move gear around. When we were in garrison, they were a blast to tool around the base.

[@davidwestervelt6050]

Thanks for another great demo. Things have really changed since the older models. I still like the old dump truck better lol

[@newdogatplay]

The old 80 early 90s had a great honda 350 or 300 one ,family member owned it it still runs today

[@jacobcaldwell5521]

Honda's never disappoint dude have a honda 300 my grandmother won at raffle new in 97 been through a lot and still goin strong.

[@yt310yt]

My dad won a new Honda 300 at a raffle as well and gave it to me as xmas present as a kid. Best xmas ever.

[@bombidude]

I have a 17 foreman 500.. Love mine and no problems at all.. Been a. Good machine.

[@robertquinn28]

Recently bought a 2022 Honda rancher it’s got the independent rear suspension and electronic power steering and the automatic I love it took a little bit too get use to it was big but it’s a useful tool on my farm

[@natethegreat-mobilegaming5530]

With my 2021 foreman, I’ve found that the bigger(watertight) pocket on the side is great for putting my phone into(if I don’t have it on my belt clip), and the little pocket where you had your phone is good for a pocket knife or something small and heavy. Also there is a little storage pocket up at the front of the machine(let’s water in), where sunglasses, keys, and other smaller things can go.

[@scottt8424]

Hey Josh thank you for the video and I hope you and mrs. Stoney ridge had a quiet and peaceful Thanksgiving

[@BillCoSmith]

Nice Honda, I put a 2” receiver hitch on mine. Very useful!!

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Yehaw! It's back up!

[@jaredkean7841]

Yeeeaaaahhhhh baby!!!! Get my SRF fix.

[@square348apple3]

@Tzuede Off the Cuff Honda have lots of low end torque

[@Allworldsk1]

I know if you take care of those machines they will last 30 years or more. The reliability and durability is definitely there as a work machine. Great video And really good looking ATV.

[@kurtstraditionaloscaletrai7255]

You can not go wrong when you want a reliable quad. Have had my 250 for years. Nice review. People don’t like the price on Honda’s but there is a reason why.

[@ninjaonfire19]

Just recently got a 2024 and they (Honda) have moved the shifter back to the left foot, which I prefer. Super good review and a super fun bike.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

you can buy them either way, and the rubicon is DCT which is automatic now

[@lawsonlawnandfarm8073]

Unless they’ve changed something on straight axle four wheelers the rear is always locked because it’s a solid axle all the way through. Very nice four wheeler.

[@Adam-uy9zb]

Yea it is still solid

[@therenegade1735]

Thank you Amigo , good info on the Honda Quad...

[@roybracy5074]

Looking forward to seeing more videos on the quad additions our disabled daughter just got one so looking forward to what you add to the machine re carrying stuff and storage my daughter wants to be able to feed her pigs so carrying stuff very important

[@THETATERGUNSHOOTER]

The prior year models had a locking system built into the rack for attaching stuff looks better too

[@square348apple3]

Yes you bought a Honda the best 4 wheeller ever

[@RaySarasin]

I disagree i have 2 Suzuki i would not trade them for anything

[@kimhawkins103]

Yes I love them

[@everythingvideo6656]

Yes Honda is the best I have one Suzuki from the 90s with me is not a beast has gas leaks Hondas I have 12,000 miles on all of them almost and Therapis

[@jeffjohnson8443]

Honda makes a good power unit. I still have a 2000 Rancher ES. Starts and runs great every time. I've rebuilt the carb once and replaced a choke cable and just routine maintenance otherwise.

[@garybraches9936]

I have a '65 Honda trike and it's still going strong. Good luck with it.

[@wbrodi1]

Those things were awesome with the big fat tire. Wish I could find another one.

[@9-ballguru]

Helpful video, thank you for putting it together

[@tommybounds3220]

Awesome video thank you very informative. Knoxville Tennessee.

[@bullrun1]

we run polaris sportman 570SP's and love them....farm looking good Josh.

[@lorijohnson9417]

What year are they because I have a 2020 Polaris sportsman 570 Premium edition In Blue

[@danielwietchy1037]

Add some LED lights to front and rear for the upcoming dark winter nights. Light pods and/or rock lights from superbrightleds are inexpensive with great support. That's what I have on my 500 Sportsman ATV.

[@frenchysandi]

Looks like you are having a blast.

[@logansimpson305]

Great video that’s the four wheeler I want for hunting

[@samwolf8151]

I love this. You should do the same thing for a side-by-side.

[@steveswanson1034]

I have a 2004 with 500 hours and 1100 miles. All low speed heavy work, plowing, dragging, and moving dirt with a bucket. I wanted no belts and the Honda durability. Only non maintenance repair was a starter. Not bad in 17 years. Enjoy.

[@matthubley65]

A friend of mine had a bucket for his atv. It's to hevey for the which and keep stripping the gears out of the winches with the bounce it causes.

[@larrypotterhead]

Diggin' the bloopers lmao

[@mitchp350]

Josh, pretty hard to beat the Hondas. 2013 I bought my first 4 wheeler, wanted a Honda, the bigger one with the independent rear suspension, your back will love you for that. Could not find a decent one, so settled for an Arctic Cat 400, which had the Suzuki engine. It had the rear independent suspension, also came with a set of tracks, for the snow, geesh that thing would go anywhere with them. I do have a bad back and I found the independent rear suspension, is a must. Also the automatic with low range, is very nice no shifting what so ever. Hondas have the auto as well, bit more money, but if anything happens to that electronic shift the fix is $$$$$. I sold the Arctic Cat, and got a Polaris Ranger 700, for wood ect, and can still go on runs with the boys, and take the Grandkids for runs, but not the same as the old wheeler. My son in law has a Kawasaki 4 wheeler, and it is al right, but I really do miss the old Arctic Cat, it did impress me, but I am thinking the newer ones have the Kawasaki engines now, or Cat themselves. So thinking I may look for a Suzuki, in the near future. Oh and yes winch is a must, they do not push out easy.. lol

[@blakeweber122]

Got a 2002 foreman 4x4 the machine is extremely solid and is still running good just keep up with regular maintenance, you can abuse the machine. My neighbor has gone through 2 Polaris and 1 Yamaha in the same time.

[@gilzr473]

Great video thanks for sharing.

[@eddeetz493]

Galion wire fence shells. Dump rocks in for permanent beautiful rock walls. Touch em once. Great plans. Big fan.

[@joeburns1571]

Would've been funny to see you singing Stoney Ridge song during the intro of riding around on the Honda. Honda makes some reliable stuff. Enjoy the new ride. What's her name?

[@MaDGriZz78]

my son just turned 8 getting him a honda 90 next year for his 9th birthday and looking at a honda for myself aswell probably going to go with a rancher as I dont need something too big. Had a 90 growing up and a 250 those things lasted decades with almost zero maintenance lol.

[@bradmullins229]

We had a Forman here on the compound a couple years ago Sure miss it

[@mikecude4167]

Just bought two 2121 rancher 4x4s for the ranch today...Honda is the only way to go, we have thrashed on them over them years and they don’t quit!

[@wyflyguy114]

That power steering is super sweet!.

[@ashtenhungerford9735]

We have one kind of like that but with ours with the little space in the front bottom of the four wheeler we put a led extra light bar but I got a problem with mine for some reason it's making a grinding noise everytime I drive it so I think it's something to do with the deferential

[@joshstephens6377]

I have a 2008 Honda 420 rancher electric shift and the only thing I’ve ever had replaced on it was the shifter because I used to go mudding and never cleaned it so now it’s just for farm use and it’ll get up to about 60 mph on flat ground

[@strikem1241]

Glad you got the 4 wheeler

[@chrissilsby4312]

Did you see that "Lumuna Acres" just picked up a 500 acre of light forested land, good luck to him and you with your farm

[@FRAMILY860]

@Ptguy0618 i get jealous when people have more than me, also. Lmao.

[@lymedog3176]

It’s funny I have a 2004 rancher and other than a few more storage bins ,the gas tank location and extra light on foreman, it’s pretty much the same unit… I guess “ if it ain’t broke don’t fix it!”… I love my rancher! GL with yours … and please show a video on the upgraded racks.

[@daddybairb3256]

Got a 2013 forman 500 always reliable and a 2018 pioneer 1000-5 can't go wrong with a Honda

[@jdquebedeaux]

Josh, it sounds like you are already looking into the loader system and three point hitch from Wildhare Mfg from the way you described it, but in case you are not, please check it out. It seems like something that could be very useful to you and your family on your farm.

[@Reddylion]

Nice tutorial. Atv vs side by side or compact tractor !

[@spankey0069]

The bloopers had me laughing my butt off

[@CashisKingtrucking]

When I travel internationally and they ask me have I been to a farm. Does watching stoney ridge farms on KZbin count?

[@ThatNomadicCouple]

from what the dealer told me (i just bought this model but a 2024) h said the wrench will com on when service is due. the only downer to doing your own service to these machines is that only a dealer can clear the service light (the wrench)

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

not true at all my friend.....you can clear that service light by depressing the button...tons of vids out there on how to reset it. It's probably in the owner's manual also. Doesn't matter if it's a 2004 or a 2024. Check into it.....you can reset the service light

[@trevorh2436]

My dad had a hand shift Forman 2000 model and it had enough miles on the screen to go to north California and back and I live in south Mississippi haha

[@mississippianfarmer926]

I live ther to near forest mississippi and my dad also had one

[@larrlarr8156]

I have a 2013 honda foreman 500 no parts replaced just a few oil changes other then that it's still kicking like new

[@brianmeattey4151]

Nice wheeler allways liked honda and they are fun .but I'm sure ya got a good deal .but great vid bud and .till the next vid godbless and stay safe

[@bufkinmanor]

Nice machine! Wish I could’ve convinced the other half to let me get a Honda. I recently picked up a 2020 Canam Outlander 450 and I love it! Not all the fancy storage places, power steering or any of them bells and whistles but it gets the job done :)

[@bufkinmanor]

Also put on a 3000lb viper synthetic rope winch for $220 from the Amazon, simple install and works well so far

[@ronniejenkins2056]

Nice machine good review Honda is hard to beat I think that I could help you with the bloopers have a good one.

[@charliecaspermeyer5075]

Josh that’s sweet. I just bought a 2020 Honda rancher and I thought all the 2020 Honda’s came with the new rack lock system as my 2020 did

[@square348apple3]

It’s probably an option

[@douglasgreen9556]

I have a 2012 Honda rancher 420 FPA. It would go 53 mph on flat ground that was it. It had power steering. Rear independent suspension and was the best all around atv I ever owned. I can’t think of one bad thing to say about it. They are more less same as the foreman. It had 5,000 miles on it when I sold it in 2022. 10 years old rancher still got $4000 for it. They hold there value better than any other make of atv. My theeewheelers are worth more now than they were when new by thousands lol

[@rockyrunangusranch-wieszracing]

Can't beat a Honda! that little compartment by your left knee you had your phone was in, that's where the automatic shifter lever comes through on the Foreman Rubicon Models, they use the same body plastics. Sweet Machine, that will treat you well for a lot of years!

[@square348apple3]

That’s actually the manual 4x4 shifter spot on a rancher it’s the same plastic

[@travcurt]

9:00 - You could add a strong magnet to that compartment. Slap a magnet on your phone cover or just place your keys there. Whatever! Might make it more useful.

[@billwilliams9527]

Good review, will most certainly give you some enjoyment cruising around the farm. Off the subject a bit, you have a talent for music, the maybe start a new 'Tube' for that, or incorporate it with this 'Tube'. Love that piece you did when doing the 7/11 replacing the great grand parents homestead.

[@joepangean6770]

Nice review from someone serious about using an ATV as they were meant to. However, as a farmer , I can tell you that you should have gotten a Rubicon. The Foreman you have is underrated for pulling weight and heavy duty chores. The Rubicon can pull 1300 pounds plus and carry 200 pounds plus on the top racks. We often use the Rubicon (2022 model) to pull heavy mowers, pickup trucks and tractors out of mud ruts. (Although have not tried a combine yet.) The heavier weight carrying capacity is useful for liquid spray tanks of fertilizer and herbicide. They can also carry heavy equipment like chainsaws with fuel, etc. while pulling a trailer loaded with firewood. The Rubicon is better at pulling spring harrows, tined box tillers and rock catchers. As for fast speeds 40 to 60 mph with pretty body paint, no need there. The Honda is a very reliable workhorse just like a full size tractor. Funny I don't see many people here complaining about the lack of speed and mobility of a combine on woodland trails. Yes Can Am produces some equivalent workhorses at twice the price but they are prone to constant service. Have you tried herding cows and sheep with the Foreman?

[@square348apple3]

That space where you wear putting your phone is where the manual 4x4 shifter is but it looks like yours is not the manual shifter

[@SunshineValley121]

Love me some bloopers hahaha

[@sandradove6783]

Ye haaaa Really enjoyed the vid Love the Honda you got a bargain love it

[@NorthwoodsNomad]

Nice machines ! I like the solid rear axle especially if you’re working it on a farm . I’m not so sure about the electric shift , I still prefer the foot shift transmission, just less stuff to go wrong . Been looking at the Yamaha Grizzly, and the Honda Rubicon. I like the gated shifter on that Grizzly and the ultramatic V belt cvt transmission seems to be very durable with no problems, 10 warranty on the belt, so if that’s the worst that can go wrong is belt ( which I have researched the replacement is very easy ) I may get the Yamaha, but I do like the Honda’s a lot too .

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

I like the foot shift option too brotha

[@markwn1987]

My preference would be Yamaha. It has an automatic transmission with high/low range. Which you don't have to worry about shifting, just put it in gear and go. Also independent rear suspension is so much smoother than the rear wishbone. All an all you do have a great ATV for your farm. Looking forward to all the updates to come.

[@garysmith8098]

Honda will outlast the others , made to last . I still have a 1990 four trx . Low maintained, great for farm work or hunting.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

dad bought 2 blue honda fourtrax 300s when I was a kid....he made me and my sis read the owners manuals before we could ride them....what a great lesson for a kid.....He should have never sold them...they probably had 30 hours on them in 2009

[@altonriggs2352]

That Honda will take you to the old folks home!!!

[@mikewasko4964]

THINGS TO BE AWARE OF WITH THIS MODEL ! I have a 2017 Rubicon special edition but basically the same exact thing as the 2020 .I had multiple issues with the throttle position censor, not really a big deal but the check engine lite stays on until you the shop resets it ..also when using a snow plow on the front and having the extra weight in the power steering it gets hot and stops working so if you turn it off and let it cool down for a bit the power steering will work again until it gets hot again ..also its really important to keep the clutches adjusted! When they get out of adjustment the thumb shift becomes sluggish and you will find that its hard to get into reverse and shifting back into 1st gear ..I really wish I got the foot shift but its not available in the special edition..other than these things listed its dam near a perfect machine ..I use it for all types of work and alot of extreme trails ..the full locking 4 wheel drive is awsome when going up the power lines in deep rutted and massive rock trail s ...mine is still stock and have yet to get it stuck ..I live back in the mnts of WV and have access to 100 mi of trails and I havnt found one trail or hill that I couldn't get through ..id put the dependability of Honda against any other four wheeler ..not once has this thing left me sitting or broke down and I really have put this thing to the test..fyi, mine is the independent suspension in the rear with disc brakes in the rear also im not sure how good the straight axle would do on the extreme places I go but from the looks of the flat fields u have im sure it will be just fine

[@Mattias.Bergstrom]

My has the fuelpump broken down! 2019 foreman Only 100h

[@mikewasko4964]

@@Mattias.Bergstrom probably something to do with this ethanol gas eating away at the gaskets ..I try not to use ethanol because mine sits for long periods of time while I'm away at work . If I use ethanol gas I put the stabilizer in to protect the fuel lines ..been quite a while that I've had mine now and still no issues aside from that throttle position sensor .

[@jeremyd4921]

Correct me if I’m wrong but Honda changed that reverse system in 2020 models, still that style in 2019.

[@robertquinn28]

Buying one excited we have a Polaris ranger also crew model 1000 premium

[@tacomafan7488]

Great machine !!!

[@longcaster]

The first thing I would want is a cab. When it is raining and snowing a cab is nice.

[@rossclarkoutdoors64]

I think that bike is a 2019 because of the headlight pod and the racks are not the 2020 one! But very nice machine

[@joshdupont2209]

Hey! Me and you got the same phone and case. I like my quadlock.

[@xjeepmanx]

Pounded the hell out of the like button I'm looking to get a rancher 420 in the spring. To repace my 84 big red atc..honda rules

[@square348apple3]

I have a 420 rancher and it does just fine you’ll be happy