ATV Television Test - 2006 Honda Rancher AT

[tythomps]

this is a test of a 2006 400AT? i have a 2004 400AT (the first year of this model), and even though i did the recall i still have issues sometimes where at low speed in automatic it puts it into too high of a gear ratio with a little load (climb a hill and it puts it in "5th gear" ratio), so i have to stop and then hear it downshift. did the 2006 not have any of these issues? could i put an ECM from a 2006 in mine and solve this problem. have brought it to my dealer and they can't solve it

[TheDonmaster99]

is this similar to the trx420?

[ATVTVCOM]

@TheDonmaster99 Yes.

[moosesammoose]

honda matic sucks foot shift is the most reliable

[LiamCumby]

ok, thanks, also, if i put a 2 inch lift in a stock rancher. would it make much of a difference. id use he quad for going thru thik bush, and over logs and stumps, and thru the occasional mud hole. for work. would u put a lift into a rancher for that type of work?

[ATVTVCOM]

@LiamCumby Nope. It wouldn't make much difference for any of that and just make the machine more tippy and less reliable.

[LiamCumby]

is a 2009 honda rancher 420 es in almost new condition for $5000 a good deal????

[ATVTVCOM]

@LiamCumby I really don't know used values that much. I'd look through the local ads or Cycle Trader dot Com to look at comparables.

[TheHondaAbuser]

do you have 1 for a 05 trx350? if you dont whats your opinion on 1

[ATVTVCOM]

@TheHondaAbuser Sorry no test. The '05 was the same as this!

[TheHondaAbuser]

@ATVTVCOM it says 400 in your info andthe 05 is a 350?

[ATVTVCOM]

@TheHondaAbuser The 2005 Rancher was also a 400.

[TheHondaAbuser]

@ATVTVCOM im confused. ill send a mesage

[ATVTVCOM]

@TheHondaAbuser Sorry about that. There were two sets of Ranchers in 2005, the 'older' model 330s in foot shift and ESP, and the 'new' 400 ATs. You are no doubt looking at the older style 330.

[shmuckseason]

is the 2005 honda AT fourtrax 400 the same as the 2005 honda AT rancher 400

[ATVTVCOM]

@shmuckseason No

[CrimsonBloodStar]

@EvansAutoShop Thanks for the infro but If it not that good all I got to do is trade it or sell it. I believe it will do just fine, As long as you take care of something it will last for a long time. Alot people dont like polairs and say they break way to easy but from the ones I used they are very good atvs and they are still runing good from this day right now(99Sportsman and 01 trailboss) And I took them threw everything, Mountain sides, rivers, swamps and every mudd whole I could find lol

[Mrdeandean100]

cant beat a honda

[oscar17211]

@Mrdeandean100 Yes you can. I had a 99 recon and it was the worst thing i ever bought. It took forever to start and when it finally did start it wouldnt stay running, and the brakes only lasted a few days. Now i have an 87 polaris trail boss 250 that works perfectly.

[ATVTVCOM]

@oscar17211 I imagine that you bought the Recon used. . .which could perhaps be the reason it was such a pile ;-)

[ATVTVCOM]

@justinbeiberinC4 USed to be The Outdoor Channel. Now it's here and our website.

[bukaty1]

No IRS, No fuel injection, no low range? Fail

[ATVTVCOM]

@bukaty1 But no breakdowns either ;-)

[airsoftguy44]

@bukaty1 it doesnt need low range if you kick it in esp and not be in lazy auto mode its a 5 speed. plenty low range

[Derek130b]

Wow that's suprizing coming from a Honda guy

[Derek130b]

Have u tested the rancher 420 IRS

[ATVTVCOM]

@Derek130b Nope.

[CrimsonBloodStar]

ATVTVCOM Thank you for the infro, If I ever get me another honda I try it as a ES :)

[CrimsonBloodStar]

I got a rancher 350 S 01, I never drove a ES Honda befor do the ES system hold up pretty good?

[ATVTVCOM]

@CrimsonBloodStar Yes.

[hamner13961]

awesome

[hokiesrule888]

Im thinking about getting a 2007 rancher 420. What are the differences between the 2006 and 2007? and Is it a big deal that the rancher lacks a low range

[javaleira]

im not sure if the 1:20 secs minute introduction was enough..... maybe more? just for that thumbs down and im not seeing this shit to the end

[ATVTVCOM]

@javaleira The test started at 1:07 but I suppose if you couldn't wait for that to go by, or even skip through it, why bother watching a test? Probably should just find some pictures to look at.....

[javaleira]

@ATVTVCOM i watched the video but its ridiculous to wait that much to load to skip it in each video of ur chanel... ok ur doing publicity no problem, im just saying it.....

and yes i thumbs it down and i will do it again today and tomorrow and each time i pass 1 video with introductions with more than 10 secs

[ATVTVCOM]

@javaleira Well I guess you win..... I give up! I won't make you watch even one more of our videos..... I might suggest (just in passing) that if there is a new video posted that you 'might!' want to watch, have a friend watch it first and tell you what it's like.

[1000brycen]

do all the 350 rancher from 2004 to 2006 have fourwheel drive??

[ATVTVCOM]

@1000brycen There are also 2WD Ranchers.

[dreambrew]

Prairie 360 or rancher 350 for hunting. Which is better?

[ATVTVCOM]

@dreambrew Rancher. The 360 Prairie is kinda buzzy and under-powered. It does have a locker though and is very stable.

[gdhuber]

I'm thinking about getting a Honda Rancher here in the next year or two, I'm trying to get my research done, are they reliable?

[ATVTVCOM]

@gdhuber yes

[yamahariderkev]

If anyone is thinking of buying one I would recommend the Yamaha 450, I had a Rancher 400AT and found that it has the annoying Hondamatic whine, the suspension was very stiff and the plastic is thin and scratches very easily, so I sold it and bought a Yamaha 450 and it solved all the problems

[ClarksonsinUSA]

Just bought 2010 Rancher AT 4x4,full independent suspension,replaced my Polaris 800,to many electrical,overheating problems in the Polaris ...

I rather have a smaller dependable atv ,than a monster ATV that breaks down much....

[slapoutz]

man you guys need a 2010 or 2009 honda rancher at test. im thinking of one.

[TheDear45]

lookin 4 a honda ranch3r

[MrJahhead]

does anyone know somewhere i can buy a full engine? i have an 06 honda 350 rancher es and the engine is shot i need a whole new one.

[starkran000]

@MrJahhead i highly dought that the engine is shot in a honda

[CUMMINANDSCANIAV8]

do the 2006 ranchers have alternators

[rumerofhumor]

which is better? honda or polaris

[ATVTVCOM]

@rumerofhumor Better at what? Which? Where? Do you really have to ask?

[rocky2win]

@rumerofhumor which ever fits ur needs best, its depends what u are looking for

[xXRaJuNxCaJuNXx]

@rumerofhumor no wonder ur name is rumer of humor :P

[ESP471]

@rumerofhumor i think there both good

[ATVTVCOM]

Yes, but exactly what depends on where you live. Check you'll local DMV.

[jn98guy]

Hey, would you rather have a yamaha grizzly 450 or the rancher AT? I want a 400 class machine and these are more two choices. Your opinion is greatly appreciated thanks

[ATVTVCOM]

How about the King Quad 400? Or the Grizzly 550? Or the King Quad 500?

[gaspajr]

Hi, i'd like some help. I am not planning on doing competitive racing (just to ride around on farms) but not sure whether to get a Honda sport atv or honda utility atv. Thanks

[1936johndeerea]

@gaspajr I would probably say a utility since you can haul payload much easier and you dont have to worry about drive chains to often with a utility

[burtonbrd31]

im considering this quad does it have enough power to do some mud pits and hill climbs as in the 2009 version

[12m34w12]

i have the 06 350 it not even as big as the 400 i go riding on stairstep in WV we camp at mountaintop it climbs fine and with the aftermarket diff i go where the big bores go i would say it would be perfect

[trx500fm1]

@12m34w12 what aftermarket diff do you have? let me know because i've been looking into them.

[xNWSxBabbitt95]

Im pretty sure it will my 96 fourtrax 300 climbs hills that are pretty well steep this thing will be fine

[mw4205]

Is a honda recon too small for someone 6'1 230lbs. I am looking for a trail rider, the prices used are so much better than the rancher but I am afraid I will be let down with the smaller size. I've never owned an atv before. BTW the atv tv website is great!!

[ATVTVCOM]

Depending on your age and how and where you plan to ride the Recon is most likely a tad too small. While the Rancher is a bit more it would no doubt prove to be a far better machine for you - especially if you can swing the extra money for a 4wd model.

[jackapeople]

yeah, the recon is to small. you wont even be able to spin a tire with that, save the cash and get the 4wd model like doug said.

[trx500fm1]

@jackapeople yes, it will spin a tire. those little bikes are impressive. i don't ride a recon, but they will go! you ever ridden a recon? fun little quad. it's a shame that they weren't offered with 4wd...like the yamaha timberwolf.

[ATVTVCOM]

@trx500fm1 Ah, a Recon 4wd! I always wished they'd build one .

[MGRkenden]

@ATVTVCOM yea, me too.

[ESP471]

@ATVTVCOM me too



[joeldude76]

i would use the auto transmission like 90 precent of the time

[Knox48x]

The low range is 1st gear. My cousin has a Polaris and driving his in LR feels the same as driving my Honda in 1st gear. I wouldn't get mad if they put a low range or espically I think it's about time for Honda to put a Diff Lock on there bigger machines.

[trx500fm1]

@Knox48x no diff lock....just learn how to use the front brakes to control the front diff.

[pelagic6]

I remember when this was a big quad

[xadmiral291x]

my honda rancher 350 es 4x4 has 4000 miles on it and i change the oil and filter every now and then and i have had no problems and i a little ruff on it t times i have to say it has endured it well.

[chrissurette]

this four wheeler would be the worst to have for towing, if you want a buggy that can turns tires, get a shift

[ATVTVCOM]

Sorry, we only keep the ATVs we test for that year. Maybe somebody that owns one and put a bunch of miles on it can help you.

[the4x4yamaha]

i got a question if you still have this four wheeler and have driven it alot... is your transmission slipping out of gear and making a grinding noise?

[barnmaster98]

i have a 06 fourtrax and mine if i'm going slow itll jump to 3rd gear. is yours doing the same?

[jettronix]

Sounds like you need a new angle sensor. Honda had a recall out on them but it ended in Oct 2008. I just changed it both of my '06 Ranchers for aprox $120.00

[maxfior]

where is a review for the new FI Ranchers, it's amazing!

[ATVTVCOM]

For the same reason Jeeps and other 4 wheel drives need a low range - sometimes you just need that added leverage to creep over difficult obstacles.

[robertcastellanos]

why would you need a low range selection when you have the esp mode and can put it first gear for tough hills and such

[fenderguitarist05]

EXACTLY! its so dumb that they think they need "low range" all that is, is 1st gear. anybody with half a brain can put the thing in 1st and do w/e needs to be done.

[ATVTVCOM]

Yes, it will switch from 2wd to 4wd while moving.

[cowboygcg7]

is it on the fly 4 wheel drive

[TylersGlory]

i think i gotta know my atv better =S

[ATVTVCOM]

Brakes. On 2-lever machines (with automatic clutches and transmissions) the left hand lever controls the rear brakes and the right hand lever controls the front brakes. Why did it evolve that way? Because motorcycles and manual-shift ATVs use the left hand lever for the clutch, the right lever for the front brake, while the rear brake is operated by a foot pedal.

[TylersGlory]

are you sure you got the breaks right? because i

always thought the right was the rear and the left was the front

[trx500fm1]

@TylersGlory that's right if you ride a mountain bike or a 10-speed or something.

[stephshane1]

what shuold i get a king quad 400 or a rancher 400 ??????????? am loking for a good brand name every one teels me suzuki or honda ??????? help

[rancher420cc]

get a honda

[sk8element2200]

arctic cat. mainly anything but a suzuki

[charleszinc]

lmao!! suzuki makes the motors for artic cats silly.

[hondaman338]

yes definatley get the rancher

[ATVTVCOM]

The Rancher (as well as other simple, foot-shift, swingaxle ATV's like the Big Bear and the King Quad 400) are great work machines but will lack the comfort and oomph for great trail explorers - unless you're the slow and scenic type. Doug

[y2kyay101]

well i need an atv for trails but also for towing wood snow plowing and such.

[trx500fm1]

@y2kyay101 if you want a work/play quad...get a honda!

[y2kyay101]

is the honda rancher good for towing and farm work? please reply! :)

[DeerHunting2008]

I have 2004 Racher AT love it

[mt1925]

I have a 2007 and it is great!

[samman401]

Not the fanciest ATVs but damn are they bulletproof

[ZACK16GRIZZLY]

COOL HONDA!!

[alaska19atv]

Awesome atv.