Honda FourTrax Rancher 4x4 vs Honda TRX420FM2 (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda FourTrax Rancher 4x4stacks up against the Honda TRX420FM2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda FourTrax Rancher 4x4Honda TRX420FM2
Model year20172016
Price$6,299
Engine420 cc420 cc
Weight276 kg
Seat height34 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity3.6 L3.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Hydraulic. Double disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Seaked drumExpanding brake (drum brake). Sealed mechanical drum
Tires24/8-12 / 24/10-11 24/8-12 / 24/10-11

Honda FourTrax Rancher 4x4 vs Honda TRX420FM2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda FourTrax Rancher 4x4 and the Honda TRX420FM2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda FourTrax Rancher 4x4 brings its published horsepower in a 276 kg package, while the Honda TRX420FM2 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: