With the Honda Pioneer 500, Honda adds a compact, affordable and fun side-by-side to its product line. The steering-column-mounted paddle shifters add to the fun, while the Pioneer 500’s 50-inch width lets it fit on recreational trails with width restrictions, as well as in the back of a full-size truck. And its tight 13-foot turning radius reflects its agile handling. From long-time off-road enthusiasts to new side-by-side drivers, the Pioneer 500 will become an instant favorite.
| Engine Type |
475cc liquid-cooled OHV longitudinally mounted single-cylinder four-stroke |
| Bore and Stroke |
92.0mm x 71.5mm |
| Compression Ratio |
9.5:1 |
| Induction |
Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI), 36mm throttle body |
| Ignition |
Full-transistorized with electronic advance |
| Starter |
Electric |
| Clutch |
Automatic |
| Transmission |
Electric-shift five-speed with reverse (First gear is L = LOW) |
| Driveline |
Direct front and rear driveshafts |
| Suspension |
Front - Independent double-wishbone; 5.9 inches travel
Rear - Independent double-wishbone with pre-load adjustablility; 5.9 inches travel |
| Brakes |
Front - Dual hydraulic 190mm discs
Rear - 200mm hyrdraulic disc |
| Tires |
Front - 24 x 8-12
Rear - 24 x 10-12 |
| Length |
102.5 inches |
| Width |
50.0 inches |
| Height |
72.4 inches |
| Seat Height |
28.7 inches |
| Ground Clearance |
9.6 inches |
| Wheelbase |
73.1 inches |
| Turning Radius |
13.0 feet |
| Tow Rating |
1000 pounds |
| Payload Capacity |
450 pounds |
| Curb Weight* |
1010 pounds |
| Fuel Capacity |
4.1 gallons, including 1.1-gallons reserve |
| Colors |
Red, Olive, Yellow, Honda Phantom Camo |
