Honda 300 fourtrax 4x4 test ride and review

[@Muddy300]

This man is freezing for us to get content he deserves more subs

[@nwild556]

I’ve grown up around these on the farm and their amazing I was able to buy a super clean 1996 and it is amazing

[@SNeal5966]

My dad had one of these, his was a 1993 model year. I always felt like every time I rode it it needed one more gear for a little better top end, but this thing was just tough as nails. he still has it.

[@rockspowersports]

An extra gear would be perfect.

[@corbana4743]

Awesome info and video, I got for free a 1986 350D fourtrax from my boss for free , original owner , it died back in late 1990s , they couldn’t figure out the issue and just left it sit for over 24 years , long story short I got it going , it was the pulse generator went bad , it’s like new , never been off road or abused , just used to pull a cart around flower beds and garden stuff. I love the machine

[@rockspowersports]

@corban A Wow that’s awesome! You can’t beat free!

[@anthonyfalotico361]

I love the fourtrax line. I have a 1991 Fourtrax and have had no problems with it. It just turn 30 this year and has like no rust or electrical problems too

[@rockspowersports]

That’s good to hear people are still riding these machines! They last forever.

[@anfielder]

I picked up a '91 Fourtrax off a friend of my late grandpas this summer. It hadn't ran in 7 years, all I needed to do was clean the carb & tank and charge the battery!

[@dondelche]

I’ve been restoring my 94 fourtrax 4x4. Super easy machines to work on but parts are getting scarce. Loving the content on this channel. I made sure to subscribe.

[@rockspowersports]

Glad to hear your bringing one of these old Honda’s back to life. Thanks for subscribing, I’ll have some more Honda Fourtrax content coming in the future.

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

We had 3 of those fourtraxs. A 1989 and 1992 2wd and a 1996 4x4. My neighbor just rebuilt his engine himself and it has as much power as new. I see they are really coming back on the market in our area. $1250 for the 2wd models and $1700 for the 4x4 models.

[@rockspowersports]

There is a pretty big following for these old Honda 300’s they tend to bring decent money nowadays.

[@Casefitness.]

I need a Honda four track more than air rn

[@Road_Rash]

I just got the 2 wheel drive version...1999 model, very well preserved, garage kept...got a winch on the front of mine for sticky situations...so far, I'm loving it, but it'll probably never have opportunity to ride it in these conditions, but it'll certainly see some trail riding & camping with...I wish it had one extra high end gear, but other than that, it's pretty awesome little bike...

[@rockspowersports]

That is one thing everybody wishes for another gear. It starts to hit high rpm’s in 5th very quick. They are solid machines and should give you plenty of trouble free years.

[@Lemmings19]

I miss the 250 I grew up riding. Easily my favourite part about these is how light they are. You can manhandle them and get them out of anything with ease, or even just rock it back and forth with your bodyweight to get past most stuff. You'll never be stuck for long.

[@rockspowersports]

@Lemmings19 That’s the problem with most of the newer atvs. They’re way to heavy to throw around..

[@coloradowhite787b]

late comment but, what year was your 250? (mine's a 1986.)

[@SuperDriver379]

I’ve had a few of these, and I have one in boxes right now, I got because it’s previous owner gave up on it, I’m rebuilding everything on it, they are the best bare bones utility machines ever built. If you need to check the mail, or on your cattle look no further than a FourTrax 300. They cruise happy at about 25-28 very lightweight compared to modern machines.

[@ogasonae3714]

You wanna sell?

[@driftlesshunter9200]

I have a 1985 Fourtrax 250, & a 1996 Fourtrax 300 4x4. They are super dependable machines. I I don't see myself ever replacing them. Unlike most models, adding tire chains to the Honda 300 is easy. Some models have brake cables next to the right wheel, and chains must be on super tight to avoid catching them. With the rear brake location on the Honda 300 that's not an issue, & I appreciate that! Honda Fourtrax ATVs are great machines.

[@rockspowersports]

I’ve never had a fourtrax 250 but I’ve had a few of the 300’s and I agree very dependable machines!

[@on_another_level5661]

I asked the question already, but you have alot of experience with these machines . Would you recommend using a 91 300 fourtrax as a bit of a log puller to clear out some smaller timber in the back? I found one for a great price and I know from past experience these hondas are bulletproof. I'm just unaware of the transmission, I know my old Polaris Sportsman and it was an amazing maching, but with a CVT wasn't up to the task when it came to pulling heavier stuff from a stand still. Any info would be great, thanks.

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

We also had the 1996 Fourtrax 300 4x4 that was green with a windshield. Amazing machine!

[@alfredabsolon42]

I got a 95 Honda fourtrax 300 2wd and it's absolutely my first 4 wheeler I've bought and fixed with my own money and it's a absolute beast

[@mikeeihusen5194]

I actually miss my old blue one, I put that through hell and then some with no issues. up to the racks in river hauling decoys to the blind also. OL BLUE WAS A GREAT 4-WHEELER.

[@MyLifeThai371]

What happened to it?

[@mikeeihusen5194]

@@MyLifeThai371 it was stolen Christmas night

[@prodbyreezy]

we got a beaten up 93 (same model as yours), chewed up wiring, chewed intake, was sitting for like 2-4 years and started up within 10 min of kicking it 😭🤣

[@thetravellinghillbillies5386]

In New Zealand they are known as a Honda BigRed. Almost every farmer had one growing up in the 90's in NZ. They can do hard work that's for sure. From towing a trailer loaded with hay and sheep dogs or spraying fence lines with a 100 litre tank on the back. For farm work nothing else compared to them. We got about 10 years out of our one before we upgraded to a Honda Foreman 400 which had great torque.

[@WhatsANotUsedHandle]

just got one of these today and this video taught me everything i wanted to know!

[@rockspowersports]

Awesome, glad it helped. Hope you enjoy your machine.

[@MrTJohnston]

Loved these old 300s.

[@vincentboule7881]

you have a decompression lever ,for de the kick start

[@johnrankin9129]

Yeah

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

yep

[@Crowmanjr]

Use ur decompresser to start is easier with the kickstart

[@boydsvalley6thgen]

hell yeah brother! nice ride, the ole 300 is the best utility in its class. its my current quad I love that thing I beat the piss out of it, it handles everything I throw at it!

[@rockspowersports]

Great machine for its size!

[@Martyvison]

Greeting from Saint Albans Vermont! I just picked up a 2000 arctic cat 500! Shaft drive 5 speed hi/lo Suzuki motor it’s a tank

[@stever7638]

Great video, thanks. I'm in the market for an older atv, been debating the 2009-2014 ish Grizzlies and I love the old Hondas...but for a rocky trail it seems the Grizzly would be a superior ride but the old Honda 300's are like tanks. How does the Recon and Rancher stack against the 2012 Grizzly 450 or is a King Quad a better comparison? Just looking for 4WD, trail comfort and ground clearance, and dependability. Not looking for a farm machine, trying to budget under $3K. Any input and criticism appreciated. Thanks again for the video.

[@rockspowersports]

If you looking for a better ride then yes the grizzly certainly has that over the Honda’s. I think the 2012 grizzly 450 would be a great Atv for you. The Ranchers go decent but ride rough compared to the grizz or king quad.

[@eddiegonzales4555]

Like how much cost one like that one a friend have one for sale need a number to go and buy it thanks

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

They are coming back on the market in my area. 300 2wd are going for $1250 and the 4x4 are going for $1700.

[@gonewronggarage4565]

I just acquired one of these, it’s a upgrade from the Kawasaki bayou I used to have, that things suspension was really stiff.

[@moimayamahaetmesnounours]

It has a kick starter, that's great ! But for me a recoil starter is better... Every quad of the 80-90's has a recoil starter !

[@davidbass7593]

I've got an 88 model super good work machine I love it

[@coltonyoung6215]

The thing about the 300 is they have the best 4 wheel drive system

[@andybassham2369]

????? Its a very basic limited slip differential. There's nothing special about it at all. I mean, its 3 wheel drive.

[@matticus6339]

My biggest complaint on the 300s is the lack of power. Ive rode one quite a bit and there just dogs, Currently have a Rancher 350. The 300s are actually 282cc and the rancher 350s are 329cc, well the rancher by far has more power, power on the 300s just flat out SUCK. Id never have another one for that reason. Rancher not fast by no means but it will atleast get out of its own way.

[@rockspowersports]

@Matt icus They really are underpowered but they get the job done.

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

I have owned all 3 models of 4x4. 1996 fourtrax 300 4x4, 2006 350 rancher 4x4 and the 2008 420 rancher 4x4. The 420 is a game changer, because it is fuel injected and starts at 0 degrees out. The 350 rancher was still carburated and didn't start worth a crap in the winter. The 350 uses 2nd gear to play in snow. The 420 uses 3rd gear to play in the snow. :)

[@jamessparrow6549]

Am wanting a quad bike for when I go hunting pulling od deer don’t want it for speed. There is big hills where I go do you think a 300 350 would be ok? Keep thinking manual so a can be in control better down the hills ?

[@rockspowersports]

@James Sparrow If your looking at a Honda 300 or 350 then yes they are low geared enough to pull a deer out of the woods. Manual is nice for selecting a low gear going down hills however Some automatics will have a engine braking that helps aid in stopping the atv also.

[@jamessparrow6549]

@@rockspowersports what would you put your money one ? A don’t want to spend a lot on one. In the uk we have the Yamaha kodiak and the Yamaha grizzly 400 and 450. We have to go between trees so don’t want it to big or heavy

[@rockspowersports]

@@jamessparrow6549 The older Yamaha kodiak 400’s will work good for you but I’d make sure it has the high and low range. Certain years at least here in the US only had 1 gear going forward. If you have a chance to get a kodiak 450 that would be my go to machine. They have a front differential locker that really helps out in the low traction conditions. I did a review on one of you want to check it out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5DWon2el5Wiarc

[@jamessparrow6549]

@@rockspowersports al watch that now thankyou very much for your advice grate vids keep it up

[@rockspowersports]

@@jamessparrow6549 No problem, I’m happy to help. There is nothing wrong with the Honda’s they will certainly work for your needs. The Yamaha Kodiak or grizzly 450 would be my choice though.

[@Eric-hf6pf]

Just found one under barn been sitting for 17 year's from 1997 things ment

[@on_another_level5661]

Hey, I need a 4 wheeler to pull some logs in the back part of my property where I cant get my truck. I know a quad with a CVT isnt the ticket. What kind of quad would you recommend for doing a bit of work, and playing around when all the work is done. Any info would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks.

[@thetravellinghillbillies5386]

Perhaps a larger capacity engine in a Honda would be good. I know we had a Honda Foreman 400 (NZ model) it had good power and torque. It might depend on what you're asking the bike to do. I would say ATVs aren't really designed for pulling stumps out.

[@Bear5OH11]

can someone tell me what the right hand lever is on the 4 wheeler? I just got a 300 from a family member and I dont know what that lever does

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

front brake

[@colinthepanamerican]

So you had two of these 93 honda Fourtrax 300 one in red (like this one) & one in green, & then you sold this red one?

[@ralphllivrah9551]

Why won’t Honda start making these again? They would be a huge seller.I would buy one in a heartbeat.

[@rockspowersports]

I’m not sure, they still sell the Honda rancher which is another nice reliable atv.

[@owenpaone9914]

have you ever had a late 1980s 350d there similar to the 300s

[@rockspowersports]

@Owen Paone I have never personally owned one or drove one too much. I had to repair a customers 350d that had a bad fuel pump a couple years ago.

[@dowboykfx470]

Great information review thanks you

[@xjeepmanx]

Have a 93 in blue.4 wheel full time..great Machine but a bitch to start in the cold cuz the choke is broke

[@rockspowersports]

@xjeepmanx Yeah you might want to get that choke fixed it’ll start way better. They are solid machines that’s for sure.

[@Offroadjeepin4x4]

How did you do the lift kit?

[@LitRomney-vb6pz]

I've only see the 300s with one taillight but I remember mine had 2 does anyone else have one with 2 instead of one?

[@MyLifeThai371]

The Foreman has 2 tail lights. The 300 only had the one on the tool box.

[@movingchannels8547]

Tbh, I prefer the 400 forman over this little guy it has a lot more power and wheel speed. I run the same tires but bigger as you use

[@rockspowersports]

Yes the foreman 400 does have quite a bit more low end power than the 300. Both nice machines, but I’d prefer the foreman 400-450 over the fourtrax

[@Father_Nature88]

We already have a 88 300 and just got a 94 4x4 are they full time 4x4?

[@rockspowersports]

Yes all of the 300 4x4 and full time 4x4

[@TheIndyGuy]

Nice bike!👌

[@hjcj2685]

Beautiful

[@mduboutdoors3555]

my fav tiktoker

[@rockspowersports]

Thanks! Glad to hear it!

[@alexandergillingham2592]

Nice bike

[@jasonstewart8973]

Toughest bike ever made there's 250 an 300 Honda there's no other's

[@Mr.1-OAK]

👌👌👌

[@thewillofus.defend1351]

Looks cold……

[@rockspowersports]

Its not to bad yet 19F cold enough where I wished I had gloves lol.

[@spliffstarr1044]

☝🏻🥶 TIP : As soon as your vehicle goes halfway under water💦 or ice❄️ _ JUMP OFF to safety !

[@rockspowersports]

@SPLIFF STARR Great tip! Sounds like you speak from experience…