HONDA TRX250EX 2009 User Manual
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This manual should be considered a permanent part of the ATV and
should remain with the ATV when it is resold.
This publication includes the latest production information available
before printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make
changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without written
permission.
The vehicle pictured on the front cover may not match your vehicle.
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. 2008
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2009
Honda TRX250X
SPORTRAX 250X
OWNER’S MANUAL
FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY
This vehicle is designed and manufactured for off-road use only.
USA only:
It conforms to US EPA Noise Emission regulations, but does not
conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or US EPA On
Highway Exhaust Emission regulations, and operation on public streets,
roads, or highways is illegal. The vehicle is equipped with a USDA
qualified spark arrester. Obey local laws and regulations.
It conforms to US EPA, California, and Environment Canada emission
regulations for ATVs.
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Introduction
Congratulations on choosing your Honda ATV.
When you own a Honda, you’re part of a worldwide family of satisfied
customers people who appreciate Honda’s reputation for building
quality into every product.
Your Honda was designed as a recreational ATV for off-road use by
one rider only.
Before riding, take time to get acquainted with your ATV and how it
works. To protect your investment, we urge you to take responsibility
for keeping your ATV well maintained. Scheduled service is a must, of
course. But it’s just as important to observe the break-in guidelines, and
perform all pre-ride and other periodic checks detailed in this manual.
We also recommend that you read this owner’s manual before you ride.
It’s full of facts, instructions, safety information, and helpful tips. To
make it easy to use, the manual contains a detailed list of topics at the
beginning of each section, and both an in-depth table of contents and an
index at the back of the book.
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As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a
symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid damage
to your Honda, other property, or the environment.
Read the Warranties Booklet (page ) thoroughly so you understand
the coverages that protect your new Honda and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.
Whenever you ride, tread lightly. By staying on established trails and
riding only in approved areas, you help protect the environment and
keep off-road riding areas open for the future.
Introduction
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Introduction
If you have any questions, or if you ever need special service or repairs,
remember that your Honda dealer knows your ATV best and is
dedicated to your complete satisfaction.
Please report any change of address or ownership to your Honda dealer
so we will be able to contact you concerning important product
information.
You may also want to visit our website at www.honda.com.
Happy riding!
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:
State of Calif ornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
This product contains or emits chemicals known to the
Introduction
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A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating
this ATV safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided
operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual.
This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or
others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all hazards
associated with operating or maintaining an ATV. You must use your
own good judgment.
You will find important safety information in a variety of f orms,
including:
Safety Labels
Safety Messages
three signal words: or .
A Few Words About Safety
–– on the ATV.
–– preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION
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A Few Words About Safety
These signal words mean:
YouWILLbeKILLEDor
SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t
follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t
follow instructions.
Safety Headings
Safety Precautions.
Safety Section
Instructions
This entire manual is filled with important safety inf ormation –– please
read it carefully.
–– such as Important Safety Reminders or Important
–– such as ATV Safety.
–– how to use this ATV correctly and safely.
A Few Words About Safety
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Contents
These pages give an overview of the contents of your owner’s manual.
The first page of each section lists the topics covered in that section.
.......................................................................................ATV Safety .
Important safety information you should know, plus a look at the
safety related labels on your ATV.
......................................................................Indicators & Controls .19
The location and function of indicators and controls on your ATV
and operating instructions for various controls and features.
....................................................................................Before Riding .
The importance of wearing a helmet and other protective gear,
how to make sure you and your ATV are ready to ride, and
important information about loading.
...............................................................Basic Operation & Riding .
How to start and stop the engine, shift gears, and brake. Also,
riding precautions.
Contents
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Contents
.....................................................................Servicing Your Honda .
Why your ATV needs regular maintenance, what you need to know
before servicing your Honda, an owner maintenance schedule, and
instructions for specific maintenance and adjustment items.
....................................................................................................Tips .
How to store and transport your ATV and how to be an
environmentally responsible rider.
......................................................Taking Care of the Unexpected .
What to do if you have a flat tire, your engine won’t start, etc.
.....................................................................Technical Information .
ID numbers, technical specifications, and other technical facts.
....................................................................Consumer Information .
Information on warranties, emission controls, how to get Honda
service manuals.
.............................................................................Table of Contents .
Sequential listing of topics in this owner’s manual.
..................................................................................................Index .
Quick Reference
Handy facts about fuel, engine oil, tire sizes, and air pressures.
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ATV Safety
This section presents some of the most important information and
recommendations to help you ride your ATV safely. Please take a few
moments to read these pages. This section also includes information
about the location of safety labels on your ATV.
................................................................Important Safety Information . 2
..........................................................................................Safety Labels . 5
ATV Safety
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Important Safety Information
Your ATV can provide many years of service and pleasure if you take
responsibility for your own safety and understand the challenges you
can meet while riding.
There is much that you can do to protect yourself when you ride. You’ll
find many helpful recommendations throughout this manual. The
following are a few that we consider to be most important.
Follow the Age Recommendation
The minimum recommended age for this ATV model is 16. Children
under age 16 should never operate this vehicle. Refer to the age
warnings provided in this manual and on the ATV.
Always Wear a Helmet
It’s a proven fact: helmets significantly reduce the number and severity
of head injuries. So always wear an approved motorcycle helmet. We
also recommend that you wear eye protection, sturdy boots, gloves, and
other protective gear (page ).26
Never Carry a Passenger
Your ATV is designed for one person only. There are no handholds,
footrests, or seat for a second person, so never carry a passenger. A
passenger could interfere with your ability to move around to maintain
your balance and control of the ATV.
ATV Safety
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Important Safety Information
Ride Off-road Only
Your ATV is designed and manufactured for off-road use only. The
tires are not made for pavement, and the ATV does not have turn signals
and other features required for use on public roads. If you need to cross
a paved or public road, get off and walk your ATV across.
Take Time to Learn & Practice
Even if you have ridden other ATVs, take time to become familiar with
how this ATV works and handles. Practice in a safe area until you build
your skills and get accustomed to the ATV’s size and weight.
Because many accidents involve inexperienced or untrained riders, we
urge all riders to take a training course approved by the ATV Safety
Institute (ASI). See page .
Contact an authorized ATV dealer or call 1-800-887-2887 (USA only)
to find out about the training courses nearest you.
Be Alert for Off-road Hazards
The terrain can present a variety of challenges when you ride off-road.
Continually ‘‘read’’ the terrain for unexpected turns, drop-offs, rocks,
ruts, and other hazards. Always keep your speed low enough to allow
time to see and react to hazards.
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ATV Safety
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Important Safety Information
Ride within Your Limits
Pushing limits is another major cause of ATV accidents. Never ride
beyond your personal abilities or faster than conditions warrant.
Remember that alcohol, drugs, fatigue, and inattention can significantly
reduce your ability to make good judgments and ride safely.
Don’t Drink and Ride
Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with
every additional drink. So don’t drink and ride, and don’t let your
friends drink and ride either.
Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition
It’s important to keep your ATV properly maintained and in safe riding
condition. Having a breakdown can be difficult, especially if you are
stranded off-road far from your base. To help avoid problems, inspect
your ATV before every ride and perform all recommended maintenance.
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ATV Safety
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Safety Labels
Your ATV comes with a hang tag and several labels containing
important safety information. Anyone who rides the vehicle should read
and understand this information before riding.
The labels should be considered permanent parts of the vehicle. If a
label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for
replacements.
ATV Safety
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Safety Labels
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ATV Safety
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Safety Labels
ATV Safety
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Safety Labels
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(For Canada)
ATV Safety
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Indicators & Controls
This section shows the location of all indicators and controls you would
normally use before or while riding your ATV.
The items listed on this page are described in this section. Instructions
for other components are presented in other sections of this manual
where they will be most useful.
.........................................................Operation Component Locations . 11
..............................................................................................Indicators . 14
........................................................Reverse and Neutral Indicators . 14
(cont’d)
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Indicators & Controls
.............................................................................Controls & Features . 15
........................................................................................Fuel Valve . 15
.....................................................................................Choke Knob . 16
.................................................................................Ignition Switch . 17
......................................................................................Start Button . 18
..........................................................................Engine Stop Switch . 18
..............................................................................Headlight Switch . 19
................................................................Headlight Dimmer Switch . 19
..................................................................................Throttle Lever . 20
..................................................Clutch Lever/Parking Brake Lever . 20
........................................................................Reverse Assist Lever . 21
............................................................................Front Brake Lever . 22
..............................................................................Rear Brake Pedal . 22
...................................................................................Parking Brake . 23
.............................................................................Flag Pole Bracket . 24
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Operation Component Locations
parking brake lock lever
parking brake pin
headlight switch
choke knob
headlight
dimmer
switch
start button
clutch lever/parking brake lever
engine stop switch
ignition switch
reverse assist lever
front brake lever
throttle lever
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Operation Component Locations
Indicators & Controls
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rear brake pedal
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Operation Component Locations
seat lock lever
fuel valve
flag pole bracket
shift lever
Indicators & Controls
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Indicators
Reverse and Neutral Indicators
The reverse indicator ( ) and the neutral indicator ( ) are next to the
ignition switch.
The reverse indicator will light when the transmission is in reverse and
the ignition switch is ON ( ).
The neutral indicator will light when the transmission is in neutral and
the ignition switch is ON ( ).
If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your
Honda dealer check for burned-out bulbs or other problems.
CENTER OF HANDLEBAR
(2)
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(1)
(1) reverse indicator
(2) neutral indicator
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Controls & Features
Fuel Valve
LEFT SIDE
(1)
(1) fuel valve
OFF RESON
The manual fuel valve ( ) is located on the left side under the fuel tank.
The three-way fuel valve is used to control the flow of fuel from the
fuel tank to the carburetor.
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ON normal position for riding.
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OFF for parking, storing, or transportation.
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RES for extra fuel to get to a gas supply for refueling.
Reserve Fuel
Remember to check that the fuel valve is in the ON position each time
you refuel. If the fuel valve is left in the RES position, you may run out
of fuel with no reserve.
For complete information about fueling your ATV, see page .
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Controls & Features
Choke Knob
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1)
((AA))
((BB))
((CC))
(1) choke knob
The choke knob ( ) may be used when starting the engine.
See page .147
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(A) fully ON
(B) halfway position
(C) fully OFF
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Controls & Features
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch ( ) is used for starting and stopping the engine
(page ). Insert the key and turn it to the right for the ON ( )
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position.
ON ( ) Electrical circuits on.
OFF ( ) No electrical circuits function.
CENTER OF HANDLEBAR
OFF
1
FunctionKey Position
ON
(1)
(1) ignition switch
ON
OFF
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Controls & Features
Start Button
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(2)
(1)
(1) start button
(2) engine stop switch
START
OFF
RUN
The start button ( ) is used for starting the engine. Pushing the button in
starts the engine. See page .
When the start button is pushed, the starter motor will crank the engine.
The starter motor will operate even if the engine stop switch is in the
OFF ( ) position when the start button is pushed.
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Engine Stop Switch
The engine stop switch ( ) is used to stop the engine in an emergency.
To operate, slide the switch to the OFF ( ) position. The switch must
be in the RUN ( ) position to start the engine, and it should normally
remain in the RUN ( ) position even when the engine is OFF.
If your ATV is stopped with the ignition switch ON ( ) and the
engine stop switch OFF ( ), the battery will discharge. Turn the
ignition switch OFF ( ) to prevent battery discharge.
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Controls & Features
Headlight Switch
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1)
(2)
(1) headlight switch
(2) headlight dimmer switch
The headlight switch ( ) is used to turn the headlight ON ( ) or OFF
( ).Tooperate,turntheswitchtoON( )orOFF( ).
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ON
OFF
HI
LO
Headlight Dimmer Switch
The headlight dimmer switch ( ) is used to change between the high
and low beams of the headlight. To operate, turn the switch to HI ( )
for high beam, LO ( ) for low beam.
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Controls & Features
Throttle Lever
RIGHT HANDLEBAR
(A)
(1)
(1) throttle lever
(A) to open the throttle
The throttle controls engine rpm (speed). To increase engine rpm, press
the throttle lever ( ) with your thumb. To reduce engine rpm, release
pressure on the throttle lever. The throttle will automatically return to the
closed position (engine idle) when you remove your thumb.
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Clutch Lever/Parking Brake Lever
The clutch lever/parking brake lever is used to disengage the clutch
whenever shifting gears, starting and stopping. To operate, pull the
clutch lever/parking brake lever in all the way before shifting, then
slowly release it after shifting. See page .
Your ATV will not stall even if you stop in gear without disengaging the
clutch.
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Clutch System,
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Controls & Features
Reverse Assist Lever
The reverse assist lever ( ), located on the right side of the fuel tank, is
used to shift into reverse. To operate, pull in the clutch lever/parking
brake lever ( ) with your ATV stopped. Leaving your left hand on the
clutch lever/parking brake lever, remove your right hand from throttle
and turn the reverse assist lever. While turning the reverse assist lever,
depress the shift lever ( ) to reach the reverse gear (below neutral). See
Riding in Reverse
LEFT HANDLEBAR
LEFT SIDE
2
Neutral
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3
page .
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(2)
RIGHT SIDE
(1)
Reverse
(1) reverse assist lever
(2) clutch lever/parking brake lever
(3) shift lever
(3)
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