Why should you buy a Honda Rubicon 520 in 2024?

[@TheJohndeere212]

I am sticking with my 2013 Honda Rancher 420 4x4 and I absolutely love it.

[@Icutmetal]

Okay.

[@chrisE815]

If only the ranchers had diff lock. Close to the perfect budget machine

[@TheJohndeere212]

@chrisE815 yes true. I don't have much issues with it and we hardly get rain around here to have mud.

[@jameshanna8762]

I agree about the Rubicon being the best balance. It's not a racing quad, so it tops out just under 50mph, more power than you'll need to get the job done, but no so overpowered it rips itself apart over time. Has everything you need, but not over-engineered or gimmicky. Super comfortable and smooth, easy to work on, and parts are easy to source. I got a 2022 after watching your vids, and I have never regretted it. Thanks, for the ongoing reviews! I'm sure they are helping people make the right choice if they want utility, comfort, and reliability.

[@nighthawkj30A4]

In my opinion just under 50 is good enough on Atv you sit on. That drives on trails. I say if want go faster. Buy Talon safer and more comfortable.

[@matthewruhland8443]

On the farm we have a Rubicon 500 with over 10,000 miles on it now. No issues! Honda makes quality machines.

[@johnferreira174]

Have you had to adjust the valves?

[@matthewruhland8443]

@@johnferreira174nope. Just regular maintenance.

[@Rubi-RedRider]

Absolutely love my '21 Honda Rubicon. Honda 4 life.

[@JH1200A1]

I bought the 520 deluxe about a month ago. I love it! In low with 28" tires, it's a beast! It will pull about anything within reason.

[@timberray9572]

A single cylinder will always outlast a twin, less moving parts. I have a 2007 Polaris 500 with 7000miles on it and zero problems. When I look around at older machines that are for sale there are almost no 800 or 1000cc ATV's available, probably because they were blown up.

[@FullsendOffroad]

I'll be dead honest I love hondas I had a 3 wheeler for some time and it was awesome. I can only conplain about power and top speed on hondas but or else, I would love to have a honda quad some day. Now all they have to do is redesign and make a DCT Rincon and i'm taking in consideration. Also thanks for the mention. I love my 08 Grizzly practically more than anything else and have some content on it too. I know I also get defensive on Suzuki but my 700 has had its issues. Bushings went at 2500, had a boot replaced, overheats, stalling, and just more minor things.

[@lisaweaver7992]

What year Suzuki?

[@FullsendOffroad]

@@lisaweaver7992 2005.

[@michaelspinelli9477]

I was always a Honda guy. Loved my ranchers the 350 and 420. Buuuut I bought a brand new sportsman 570. They have the things dialed in. I’ve had 0 issues and a ton of fun

[@ArmyMatt79]

Great Video!!!! I just picked up a new Rubicon two days ago.

[@Z71_jake96]

Man i grew up on ranchers like everyone else has but i went and tried polaris highlifter and i like it but im thinking bout goin back and like u said honda aint no speed demon and i really appreciate the detailed explanation and looking at a 24 rubicon deluxe in the blue and tbh i love it, thank goodness there starting to come out with more colors than the green and red

[@JacobOverman]

Yeah rubicon is the way to go 100% if you don’t care about power. I’m running a grizzly 700 but kept my rubicon for when times are tough.

[@Z71_jake96]

@@JacobOverman yeah man i just want a comfortable and dependable ride that i can scoot around trials and work when i want to and how much did the winch cost to put on

[@larrlarr8156]

I have a 2013 rubicon with 8030kms well over 5000miles haha mostly light riglfing but it still runs like a champ

[@JacobOverman]

Nice. As it should be. They last a long time

[@JustinLenox-p7p]

I have a 2017 rancher its been a great machine then bought a 2022 grizzly fell in love with it no turning back now gave the wife the rancher lol

[@Icefisher420]

My rubicon wouldn’t start at -30c morning either. I was camping on the lake and had to take off the plastics and heat the engine with my buddy heater before I could ever pull it over. (Canadian version has a pull cord, luckily) .

[@rolop847]

I have owned 3 Honda 3 wheelers from 1982 -83 till recently. They always started and ran well but low on power (except mine bored, cam, higher compression piston) and I still didn't have any problems, the funny part is my trikes did start at -35 below by hand start of course.

[@jeremyodonnell5551]

For me it's between this machine and the grizzly 700 as well, I think both are my 1 and 2 with the king quad in 3rd place.

[@shanebarnett4249]

We got two king quads on marketplace in are area with almost 30 k miles lmao .The Yamaha’s will not outlive the Suzuki’s.The 722cc engine in the Suzuki runs way cooler and has oil piston coolers which helps control heats and just makes for a longer lasting engine

[@JacobOverman]

I’m not going to make a comment

[@shanebarnett4249]

Hellcat channel and 4 low have good content on the king vs the grizzly I’ve seen both in action in are groups the grizzly just doesn’t seem to have the fit and finish and build quality of a Suzuki or Honda Hope ya have better luck with yours

[@66rollincoal]

Atvscene has some good videos on the Grizzly, he kinda sets his up for XC racing. Absolutely can't beat Honda for reliability though.

[@lisaweaver7992]

Would love to see you review a Suzuki King quad 500. They are rated at 38.5 h.p. While the Rubicon is rated at 30-31 hp.

[@jerrychiasson9857]

Just a point of interest I’ve got a 2013 Honda foreman I don’t run 10/30 in the winter I run the 0 synthetic … not zero oil in the machine lol… I can start at -30 or -35 but I keep it under a canvas covered shed….in the NWT

[@edwardcote1331]

I had a 2019 honda pioneer 1000-5 and it spent literally a 1/4 of its life broke down and waiting for parts.seriously,a whole year of down time.not minor things,I'm talking major components. i wrote it off and bought a '23 g3 outlander and a '23 commander xt-p with the ins. payout and couldn't be happier.Honda generators=awesome.honda anything off road=steaming pile of dog dirt.

[@alexmaclean1]

Have you owned one of the previous 500 models of the rubicon? If so was the change to 520 noticeable? I have 2 2018 500 deluxe models and absolutely love them. Been thinking of getting the new ones soon but wondering if I'll notice any real difference.

[@SemiReTired]

I have a Pioneer 1000 right now, but cant wait to get a Rubicon to go with it.

[@ForrestPorzel-uy8eh]

You’re killing me with these reviews. Going back and forth between the Rubicon and a Kawasaki KLX 300.

[@JacobOverman]

Rubicon 100%

[@rolop847]

They are both good either one but I like the Honda

[@NorthwoodsNomad]

I had a Honda 250 Big Red 3 wheeler back in my late twenties, and it was so dependable it’s unreal , you could not kill that thing , in fact my cousin still has it today and it’s running strong ! I’m 60 now , and that’s the last time I even sat on an ATV , I’ve been looking at the Rancher , Foreman and kinda thinking about splurging on the Rubicon . I’m just going to be deer hunting and light to moderate trail riding , I’m kinda set on a manual shift with EPS ( I’ve heard good and bad things about the electric shift DCT ) . What are your thoughts or experiences with a solid axle machine like the Fourtrax Foreman ? I have somewhat ruled out the Rancher and just can’t decide if I really need a Rubicon with the independent suspension for the extra money . I just know I want a Honda .

[@firemanjon]

Your 3500 miles is about the same as my 5600km on my '22. Ive had no serious trouble , my only complaint is how often the valves go out of adjustment. Have you had to adjust your valves much ? Love your videos !

[@JacobOverman]

I adjusted them one time and then just don’t worry about it anymore. Hondas make a lot of valve noise

[@johnanon3081]

Love Honda ATVs. Going to upgrade an old FourTrax. Trying to decide on 3 things. 1) DCT vs Foot Shift. 2) Foreman vs Rubicon. 3) EPS vs non-EPS. Would you be able to provide your recommendations? Thanks, Jacob!

[@JacobOverman]

If you’re not going to ride in water all the time than there is no reason not to get a DCT with power steering. I don’t think they offer a rubicon with no power steering. Definitely get the rubicon for a smoother ride. However keep in mind that the foreman wheelies easier and feels a lot more sporty. Also keep in mind that the rubicon has unlimited options for ground clearance and a foreman can only change with tires and portals. Rubicon also comes with heavier duty bumper and a more comfortable seat.

[@johnanon3081]

@@JacobOverman Awesome reply and details! Thanks Jacob!

[@riversavage5608]

Excellent video! My wife and I are getting one.

[@JacobOverman]

Thanks and congratulations. You will enjoy it

[@scottklawon8225]

Rincon?

[@videobymark]

Be nice if they had an ES model without the DCT.

[@gregg7030]

What size tires are those? Did you have to lift that?

[@Beastking3249]

I will be honest about why I hate Honda ATVs and it is because of DCT I have had friends with DCT have every problem in creation with it and don’t want a part of it but I own a Honda moped (Ik it’s not an ATV and it’s funny that it’s a little 80cc clunker) but it starts every time and my cousin owns a Honda 300 and if you love Honda so much you know how much of a beast that ATV is

[@cleveland7046]

I bought a 2024 Rubicon Deluxe October 2023. I am not impressed with the Auto DCT. Its shifts like shit while in auto. I am 2 hours away from the 20 hour service and if I could go back, I would probably buy Yamaha. I grew up riding a 2004 Honda Rancher Auto/ESP and it shifted smooth as butter. My 2024 Rubicon shifts like a manual and I can’t stand it. Maybe it will break in with age, but shouldn’t be that way.

[@lifesajourney101]

I bought a 2024 520 Rubicon Delux and a 2024 420 Rancher in December of 2023. I agree that the shifting is rough right now but I was told by multiple Honda mechanics that it will most certainly smooth out over time and once the ATVs are fully broken in. Hope this helps! I am also about 8 hrs away from their first servicing.

[@cleveland7046]

@@lifesajourney101 Thats good to hear. Not sure why they changed what they had back in the 2004 era.

[@robhetland9379]

The DCT doesn't smooth out. I was told to run synthetic oil and it might help. Mine has 4000 miles on it and the tranny has to warm up to shift decent. In auto and pushing it, it doesn't know whether to shit or go. My son just bought a new Outlander 700. I think that's my next ride.

[@dannymacdonnell251]

My buddy lost 3rd gear dealer had to put a new engine in it thankfully it was under warranty but he traded it it for a side by side after that happened

[@JacobOverman]

That’s a shame. Happens to any of them

[@dannymacdonnell251]

@@JacobOverman I owned many Hondas over the years but don’t like the dct . I’d stick with a good old foot shift if I were to get another . I’m on my second grizzly and the extra power is welcomed especially in the snow . I don’t do much mud . The grizzly should treat you well . Zero issues with my two

[@jamjw1]

Kawasaki brute force 750 2024. If you want power speed and reliability

[@kramynke]

What do you run your preloads at for you shocks?

[@JacobOverman]

Softest setting

[@Isenseven1080]

For under 4k miles it sounds like it has alot of problems... especially since the chassis hasn't changed in years and years

[@JacobOverman]

A lot of problems? Please elaborate. My 4k miles isn’t your grandpas 4k miles

[@NoLimitsTV-41]

What size tires and rims ?

[@JacobOverman]

27 inch tires on 12 inch rims

[@Daniel_Rasnake38]

I got a 09 Honda rancher 420 and the fuel pump went out on it last year and it just got it first oil change but besides the fuel pump haven’t had any problems

[@rolop847]

The funny part is those Honda's are made in the USA

[@Daniel_Rasnake38]

What’s your thoughts on the Kawasaki, brute force 750?

[@JacobOverman]

Don’t know much about them. I think they are ok but probably similar to the rincon. (Haven’t been updated in 15 years)

[@petewilson8727]

My thoughts on Kawasaki they are junk I never owned there 4 wheelers but I had a 2021 Kawasaki mule pro MX I bought it new had it for a year and a half only had 2400 miles on it 262 hrs always something going wrong with it .then bought a new Kawasaki mule pro FXR 2023 model owned it for 11 months it had 1260 miles and 142 hrs on it something let loose in transmission . Kawasaki are not reliable .I then bought a can am defender and it is great so far

[@paulpryor850]

The 2024 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 are completely redesigned. My nephew has 800+ miles on his, and they're hard 18 year old riding miles. LOL I own a bunch of older ATV's! 5 QuadZilla's, couple Ranchers, and few American made Polaris'. I like the American/Japanese machines. Not into the Chinese or Mexican crap! Have a fleet of Mules for various properties. Never had an issue with any of these machines. Other than rebuilding the two-strokes, that's commonplace. If I was in the market for a bigger ATV. I'd buy the Kawasaki or Suzuki over the Yamaha. They're partnering with KTM, with Chinese and Mexican parts.......

[@Icutmetal]

@@paulpryor850Completely redesigned my ass. Completely new plastic, sure.

[@jerrychiasson9857]

PS I just bought the new Honda Rubicon 2024…..

[@djodjodubois9458]

I'M A FANATIC OF HONDA SEMI AUTOMATIC BUT...TOO SHORT FOOTRESTS, in caped boots and big feet..that's not a pass

[@rubengonzales7739]

Polaris is junk really elaborate on that who sells more 15k$ Hondas or 10k$ Polaris 570 Polaris has come a long way just my opinion

[@jacobgagnon2155]

The 686 yamaha is stronger than the honda 500.. and I've beat the hell out of a 2013 honda forman 500 and that honda was almost perfect...

[@Icutmetal]

No shit?

[@jonsatvoutdoorchannel6686]

You need some new tires buddy lol

[@JacobOverman]

lol what do you mean. These are barely half worn

[@DT-gr7oz]

This the reason u shouldn't buy used quads