HONDA TRX450R-ER 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 Owner’s Manual covers the and
TRX450R (kickstarter)
TRX450ER (electric starter)
equipment and features that are not on your particular model. All illustrations are based on the model.
TRX450ER
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.
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. 2008
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Honda TRX450ER (electric starter) Honda TRX450R (kickstarter) OWNER’S MANUAL
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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.
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.
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.
Happy riding!
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 forms, 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 information –– 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 . 9
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.
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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 tyre, your engine won’t start, etc.
.....................................................................Technical Information .
ID numbers, technical specifications, and other technical facts.
.............................................................................Table of Contents .
Sequential listing of topics in this owner’s manual.
..................................................................................................Index .
...Manufacturer and Authorised Representative for EU Market .
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Contents
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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 .
.........................................................................................Safety Labels .25
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.
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 ).28
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 tyres 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.
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.
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 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
TRX450ER
Engine net power
Machine mass
TRX450R
Engine net power
Machine mass
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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 .
...............................................................................................Indicators .
................................................High Coolant Temperature Indicator .
TRX450ER
..............................................................................Controls & Features .
.........................................................................................Fuel Valve .
......................................................................................Choke Knob .
TRX450R
..................................................................................Ignition Switch .
TRX450ER
TRX450R
...........................................................................Engine Stop Switch .
...............................................................................Headlight Switch .
.................................................................Headlight Dimmer Switch .
...................................................................................Throttle Lever .
.............................................................................Front Brake Lever .
...............................................................................Rear Brake Pedal .
....................................................................................Parking Brake .
..............................................................................Flag Pole Bracket .
................................................Neutral Indicator ( only) .
..................................................Hot Start Lever ( only) .
........................................................Start Button ( only) .
.........................................................Kickstarter ( only) .
...................................................Clutch Lever/Parking Brake Lever .
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Indicators & Controls
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Operation Component Locations
parking brake lock lever parking brake pin
switch
clutch lever/ parking brake lever
TRX450R only
headlight switch
engine stop switch
ignition switchheadlight dimmer
front brake lever
throttle lever
hot start lever
Indicators & Controls
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start button (TRX450ER only)
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Operation Component Locations
TRX450R only
rear brake pedalkickstarter
Indicators & Controls
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Operation Component Locations
seat lock lever
fuel valve
flag pole bracket
choke knob
Indicators & Controls
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shift lever
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Indicators
High Coolant Temperature Indicator
CENTRE OF HANDLEBAR
TRX450ER TRX450R
(1) (1)
(1) high coolant temperature indicator
Lights when the engine coolant temperature is high enough to adversely affect the service life of the engine. If the high coolant temperature indicator ( ) comes on while you are riding, immediately bring the vehicle to a stop, turn the engine off and let it cool. See page .1189
Lamp Check
(TRX450ER)
The high coolant temperature indicator comes on for a few seconds and then goes off when you turn the ignition switch to ON ( ).
(TRX450R)
The engine is started when you operate the kickstarter, you can see the indicator comes on at the same time. If the engine is running, the indicator will goes off after a few seconds. If the engine is stopping, the indicator will goes of f at the same time.
If the indicator does not come on when it should, have your Honda dealer check for a burned-out bulb or other problems.
Indicators & Controls
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Indicators
Neutral Indicator ( only)TRX450ER
CENTRE OF HANDLEBAR
(1)
(1) neutral indicator
The neutral indicator will light when the transmission is in neutral and the ignition switch is ON ( ).
If the indicator does not come on when it should, have your Honda dealer check for a burned-out bulb or other problems.
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Controls & Features
Fuel Valve
LEFT SIDE
ON
(1)
(1) fuel valve
The manual fuel valve ( ) is located on the left side under the fuel tank.1
The three-way fuel valve is used to control the flow of fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
OFF
RES
ON normal position for riding.
OFF for parking, storing, or transportation.
RES for extra fuel to get to a gas supply for ref ueling.
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 SIDE
((AA))
((BB))
(1)
(1) choke knob
The choke knob ( ) may be used when starting the engine. See page .150
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(A) fully ON (B) fully OFF
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Controls & Features
Hot Start Lever ( only)TRX450R
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1)
(1) hot start lever
The hot start lever ( ) may be used when starting a warm engine. See page .153
Indicators & Controls
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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.
Key Position Function
ON ( ) OFF ( )
CENTRE OF HANDLEBAR
OFF
(1) ignition switch
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Electrical circuits on. No electrical circuits function.
ON
(1)
ON OFF
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Controls & Features
Start Button ( only)TRX450ER
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1) start button START
(1)
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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Starting Procedure,
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Indicators & Controls
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Controls & Features
Kickstarter ( only)TRX450R
RIGHT SIDE
(1)
(1) kickstarter
The kickstarter ( ) is used to start the engine. To operate, swing the kickstarter out from its stored position and depress it through its entire stroke. See Starting Procedure, page .151
Indicators & Controls
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Controls & Features
Engine Stop Switch
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1)
(1) engine stop switch RUN
OFF
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.
(TRX450ER only)
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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