Rancher or Foreman??
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Thanks for the input guys I just purchased a 1999 Foreman 450 ES w/ 13 miles on it for $700 less than I could have purchased a new Rancher for, so far (after riding 30 min) I am totally in amazement at this machine. Whoever mentioned tighter handling, you are right it would be nice but I think I can make do with the Foreman 11.5 turn radius
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bmt5, you can improve the Foreman's turning and handling significantly by adjusting the toe out to 1/4". This will also make it much more responsive so if you do this, take it easy for awhile until you get used to it.
You may also want to consider increasing the tire pressure to 6 lbs. I read that tip on the H/L site and have used it for over 1000 miles with no regrets.
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You may also want to consider increasing the tire pressure to 6 lbs. I read that tip on the H/L site and have used it for over 1000 miles with no regrets.
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#14
I think Honda should make the foremans like the Rancher. They would be fantastic.
I do beleve they are thinking of at least making next model year Formans with the new differantal.
The Ranchers front end is 10x better.
If any one has ever ridin both they know what I
am talking about.
No matter,if you buy Honda you buy the best..
I do beleve they are thinking of at least making next model year Formans with the new differantal.
The Ranchers front end is 10x better.
If any one has ever ridin both they know what I
am talking about.
No matter,if you buy Honda you buy the best..
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hiofcer, certainly you are entitled to your opinion. However I am not the first, nor will I be the last person to make this adjustment. I have yet to hear from anyone who has tried it and had any problems.
It is interesting that the toe out on the Rancher can be less than the Foreman, don't you think? Do you suppose that there is something radically different about the Rancher? As well, Honda suggests 3.5 lbs of air for the tires but Highlifter suggests 6 lbs on their tips page.
All this to suggest that Honda's specs are the "safe" ones, not necessarily the best ones.
BTW, the ground clearance is the same on the two bikes. At least on the two that I own.
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It is interesting that the toe out on the Rancher can be less than the Foreman, don't you think? Do you suppose that there is something radically different about the Rancher? As well, Honda suggests 3.5 lbs of air for the tires but Highlifter suggests 6 lbs on their tips page.
All this to suggest that Honda's specs are the "safe" ones, not necessarily the best ones.
BTW, the ground clearance is the same on the two bikes. At least on the two that I own.
Temp
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