2012 Honda Big Red 700 4x4
MUV Features & Benefits
In
2011 Honda brought a load of upgrades
to the Big Red™ Multipurpose
Utility Vehicle (MUV), and these
changes continue to elevate this
hard-working machine way ahead of
all other options. Credit its multiple
patents and numerous automotive-based
technology features for the praise
Big Red has garnered for its superior
handling, secure feel and comfortable
ride. Yet it works harder than ever,
thanks to its 675cc liquid-cooled
fuel-injected engine, recently upgraded
load carrying and towing capacities,
revised suspension, contoured bench
seat for easier entry/exit and a
Roll Over Protection Structure (ROPS)
that meets OSHA requirements.
Honda's
automotive-style automatic
transmission draws power
through a hydraulic torque
converter to drive three
forward gears and Reverse.
Big Red
features Honda's fully independent
double-wishbone suspension
for comfortable cruising.
Exclusive
Natural Gear Camouflage
color scheme offers a pattern
that's soft, open and shadow-free
for superior camouflage
performance in a wide variety
of conditions.
Automotive-style,
three-speed automatic transmission
with Reverse.
Convenient,
dash-mounted drive selector.
Selectable
drive modes include: 2WD
with open rear differential
for sensitive terrain/lawns,
4WD with rear differential
lock and 4WD with all differential
lock.
High-capacity
liquid cooling provides
consistent engine operating
temperature in extreme conditions
for maximum power output
and long engine life.
Lightweight
aluminum radiator is mounted
high to avoid clogging by
mud and damage from trail
debris.
Liquid-cooled
oil cooler aids engine heat
dispersion while also speeding
engine warm-up on cold days.
Camshaft
is located adjacent to the
cylinder head, reducing
engine height for a low
center of gravity and excellent
handling.
Four-valve
cylinder head with two short
pushrods provides a broad
powerband for optimum performance
and engine efficiency.
Programmed
Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
features 40mm throttle body,
12-hole two-pattern injector
and Idle Air Control Valve
(IACV).
IACV maintains
consistent idle in all conditions.
Reliable
cold-weather starting.
Consistent
engine performance at high
altitudes.
Engine
design produces low emissions
and meets California Air
Resources Board (CARB) off-road
emissions standards.
Stainless
steel exhaust system provides
superior corrosion resistance
and minimizes noise levels.
USDA-qualified
spark arrester/muffler.
Honda
Big Red 700 MUV
Automatic Transmission
The automotive-style
Honda automatic transmission
features a hydraulic torque
converter, three hydraulic
clutches and an Electronic
Control Module (ECM) to
automatically select one
of three forward gears and
one reverse gear. The ECM
monitors throttle opening,
vehicle speed, engine rpm,
gear selector position,
brake application and engine
oil temperature.
The Honda
automatic transmission shifts
electronically and features
positive engine braking
that is superior to electronic
braking systems that can
result in inconsistent performance.
Features
a filtration system to protect
against external contamination.
The compact and maintenance-free
design means there are no
belts to wear out and replace.
Using multi-filtered engine
oil as hydraulic fluid,
the design also simplifies
maintenance and ensures
an adequate oil supply in
all operating conditions.
Honda
Big Red 700 MUV
Chassis/Suspension
Independent
double-wishbone suspension
contributes to an exceptional
10.3 inches of ground clearance.
Independent
double-wishbone suspension
with high-quality variable-damping
shock absorbers provides
5.9 inches of front travel
and 7.1 inches in the rear.
Specially
designed 25 x 10-12 front
and rear tires provide added
ground clearance while eliminating
the need for multiple spares
during extreme use.
Four-wheel
hydraulic disc brakes with
a balanced automotive-style
design that ensures front
and rear braking even if
one brake line fails for
some unexpected reason.
Roomy
cab and rubber-mounted bucket
seats with adjustable backs
comfortably fit a wide range
of body types and reduce
fatigue on long drives.
Waterproof
accessory socket is ideally
placed between the bucket
seats for easy access to
12-volt power.
3-point
Emergency Locking Retractor
(ELR) seat belts are similar
to automotive type.
Automotive-type
right-hand-operated parking
brake for secure peace of
mind in off-road situations
with a full load.
In-cab
glove box and dash storage
for quick access to small
items.
Heavy-duty
two-inch receiver-style
hitch with 1200-pound towing
capacity.
500-pound
capacity steel tilt bed
is protected by an automotive-bumper-grade
plastic liner. The tilt
bed also features a progressive-action
strut assist.
Front
and rear disc brake calipers
feature a patented built-in
scraper system that helps
prevent the buildup of debris
between caliper and rim,
ensuring consistent braking
performance.
Additional
Features
Automotive-type fuel system shut-off and seat belt release
mechanisms are designed
to protect and facilitate
occupants in the event of
an inadvertent tip-over.
Multi-reflector
headlight system and LED
brake light and taillight
provide optimal light illumination
for nighttime activities.
Maintenance-free
12-volt 12-amp battery.
Durable,
comfortable, easy-to-use
controls.
Keyed
ignition/starter switch
for added security.
Transferable
one-year limited warranty;
extended coverage available
with a Honda Protection
Plan.
Purchase
of a new, previously unregistered
Honda USA-certified unit
by an individual retail
user in the United States
qualifies the owner for
a one-year complimentary
membership in the Honda
Riders Club of America®
(HRCA®). Visit www.hrca.honda.com
for details.
