Honda FourTrax Foreman Rubicon vs Honda TRX500FA (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda FourTrax Foreman Rubiconstacks up against the Honda TRX500FA. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda FourTrax Foreman RubiconHonda TRX500FA
Model year20162011
Price$7,999
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower67 hp
Seat height34 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. 0Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires25/8-12 / 25/8-12 25/8-12 / 25/10-12

Honda FourTrax Foreman Rubicon vs Honda TRX500FA — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda FourTrax Foreman Rubicon and the Honda TRX500FA usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda FourTrax Foreman Rubicon brings 67 hp, while the Honda TRX500FA counters with its own power figure.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: