Available TraxLok Selectable 2WD/4WD

• This invaluable feature allows a rider to shift, via a front-panel-mounted lever, between 2WD and 4WD for maximum versatility during tough chores or on uneven terrain. (4x4 Rancher models only.)

Comfortable Seat

• A plush seat and open rider triangle (Bars/Seat/Pegs) teams up with the suspension to really treat you right. Superior ergonomics have always been a Honda priority, and the Rancher is no exception. With thicker, softer foam this year, it’s more comfortable than ever.

Electric Shift Program (ESP)

• The convenience of push-button shifting with the rugged design of a conventional ATV transmission—that’s what you get with Honda’s exclusive Electric Shift Program (ESP). Just push one button to upshift and one button to downshift. It’s a big plus when you’re wearing heavy work boots or overshoes, or riding in mud or snow. An added benefit: you get genuine compression braking for better control when operating in steep terrain.

Emissions

• Meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) and EPA off-road emissions standards

Front Sealed Bearings

• By using new, sealed bearings in the steering knuckles, we’ve increased durability. This is particularly important when riding through mud, in wet weather, or operating in snow.

Increased Alternator Output

• More powerful alternator output means your Rancher can power more accessories, like our Honda Genuine winch or heated grips. Depending on the specific Rancher model, output increases up to 21 percent, to a full 481 watts.

In-Tank Fuel Pump

• We’ve incorporated a new in-tank fuel pump with technology taken directly from our Honda automobiles for reliable fuel delivery.

More Powerful Headlights

• Increased light output (35 watts) along with a redesigned light pattern means improved visibility.

New CV Boots

• We’ve applied new durable plastic CV-joint boots, both inboard and outboard, so you get significantly improved puncture and tear resistance for longer life and even more trouble-free operation, especially under harsh riding conditions.

New Digital Meter

• Easy to read and full of the information you want, in addition to the standard gear position indicator, speedometer, odometer, trip meter, and hour meter you now get readouts for fuel level, clock, water temperature, speed and Honda’s “maintenance minder” system to help remind you when it’s time to have your ATV serviced.

New Honda Phantom Camo®

• A great new option, our exclusive Honda Phantom Camo® is a treatment that helps your ATV blend in to a wide range of environments.

Programmed Fuel Injection

• Being able to count on crisp performance and starting under any conditions is a must for anyone who depends on their ATV. Thanks to Honda's Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)—featuring a 34mm throttle body, 12-hole Denso injector, and a new oxygen sensor that allows the fuel mapping to instantaneously adjust to any riding condition —the Rancher not only ensures trouble-free operation in the cold and at varying altitudes, it reduces emissions and enhances fuel economy.

Proven Transmission Choices

• With the Honda Ranchers, you can choose between three different transmissions to fit your specific needs. Choose from a semi-automatic foot-shift manual transmission, our push-button Electric Shift Program (ESP), or a fully-automatic five-speed transmission that uses our exclusive Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) technology that provides all the strength of a manual transmission with all the convenience of an automatic - with no belts to slip, break or burnout.

Rear Swingarm with Enclosed Axle Design

• The rear swingarm incorporates a new enclosed axle design for increased strength and rigidity. We then took it one step further and added all new rubber bushings in the swingarm pivots for added durability. And when you need to tow a heavy load, the swingarm eliminates rear suspension squat as the load is placed on the axle itself, not on the rear shock.

Semi-Dry-Sump Engine Design

• Our semi-dry-sump and overhead-valve designs give you an engine that's shorter from top to bottom. The compact engine both lowers the center of gravity and increases ground clearance.

Stronger Chassis

• An all-new frame designed by our Honda engineers in Ohio uses Advanced Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) to create the best handling Rancher ever. The new chassis is 20% stiffer, which results in more precise handling while effectively transferring energy through the chassis for a smoother ride.

Styling

• The Rancher line's bodywork gives it a tough look. But it does more than just look good: it's designed to last, despite the scrapes and dings of the job or the woods, and to help protect you from mud and other debris.