Honda TRX500FM vs KTM 505 SX ATV (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda TRX500FMstacks up against the KTM 505 SX ATV. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda TRX500FM | KTM 505 SX ATV |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 475 cc | 477 cc |
| Weight | — | 165 kg |
| Seat height | 34 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.1 L | 2.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc |
| Tires | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 | 20/6-10 / 18/10-8 |
Honda TRX500FM vs KTM 505 SX ATV — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda TRX500FM and the KTM 505 SX ATV usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda TRX500FM brings its published horsepower, while the KTM 505 SX ATV counters with its own power figure at 165 kg.
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: