(5) PS (Electric Power Steering)
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INDEPENDENT REAR SUSPENSION (IRS)
Over 8 inches of travel and 9 inches of clearance are available with the Rancher Automatic DCT with Independent Rear Suspension (IRS). This has two significant advantages: first, it keeps your tires in constant touch with the ground for better grip; and second, it provides a smooth ride across unforgiving terrain so you don’t get bruised on the route.
AVAILABLE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS)
Our Electric Power Steering (on Rancher EPS models) excels at minimizing steering effort and kickback through the handlebar and is both speed- and torque-sensitive. When riding through rough terrain like ruts, pebbles, and other difficult terrain, it is quite helpful. The EPS unit’s mounting system is uniquely designed to maximize rigidity and strength.
SHAFT DRIVE
Clean, effective, tested, and little upkeep. For a vehicle like this and riders who log lots of kilometers, shaft drive is the ideal option. On the trail, lubrication or adjustment are never a concern.
SWINGARM REAR SUSPENSION
For robustness and rigidity, the rear swingarm on some Rancher models features an enclosed, solid-axle construction. The swingarm prevents rear suspension squat when towing a big load since the weight is transferred to the axle rather than the rear shock.
Power steering is available on a Honda Foreman?
A versatile quad, the 2011 Honda FourTrax Foreman 4×4 ES with Electric Power Steering TRX500FPE will work hard for you in difficult conditions and will also be a good friend on the weekends.
This ATV may be used for both farming and ranching, and it can also be used for camping and extended wilderness expeditions. The 2011 Honda FourTrax Foreman 4×4 ES with Electric Power Steering TRX500FPE may very well be the only ATV you ever purchase because of its feature-rich design and construction that prioritizes functionality and comfort.
This vehicle has the well-known TraxLok selectable 2/4WD and an automated clutch that syncs up with the electric shifting without causing any power loss between speeds. Honda equipped this ATV with electric power steering to increase enjoyment by reducing fatigue and kickback and facilitating turning at low speeds.
Is ATV EPS worth it?
When electronic power steering (EPS) was originally introduced to the ATV industry by Yamaha on the Grizzly 700 EPS back in 2006, it was a tremendous sales pitch. The attribute was promoted as a minor revolution in an ATV’s capacity to be driven. However, there are still many models available today that lack EPS. Perhaps you are unsure whether or not to check the option for the power steering package. Is it truly worth the extra money to spend it? Let’s examine the benefits and drawbacks of power steering.
Simply put, power steering is worthwhile. Most ATV users claim that once they acquire a bike with power steering fitted, they will never go back. If you frequently ride bumpy trails for long stretches of time or intend to install larger tires or perhaps tracks, the function helps minimize weariness or even injury. It might be just what you need if your health makes it difficult for you to comfortably ride a non-EPS quad. Some people view it as a lovely luxury they don’t actually need, but if they have the money, they should buy it.