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Honda ATV Model Codes and What Do They Mean?

Honda ATV Model Numbers

Model Codes

TRX420FA, TRX500FM, TRX250TM, TRX420TE, what are these “Model Codes” and what do they mean? Each portion of the model code is important in identifying the Model Family and the Sub-model options.

Model Names

To make things even more confusing, there are “Model Names”. Rubicon, Recon, Foreman, and Rancher are all Model Names. Let’s break them down and learn where they can be found!

How do I maintain my Dirtbike or ATV?

Items we see break a lot with Dirtbikes, ATVs, UTVs, and anything Powersports is standard maintenance items! A lot of things that should be maintained, greased, or adjust regularly are ignored and cause big problems later down the road! Here is a basic list brought to from us at www.ThePartShed.com. Check out our PARTS FINDER to get any of the items mentioned below or anything else you may need! 

Wheel Bearings

Wheel bearings are probably the most neglected wear item of any machine. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen bearings that are just completely shot on a wheel (especially dirtbike) simply because they weren’t maintained. This is one of the easiest things that can be done on a bike. After every ride pull the wheels of the machine and grease the bearings and axels. It may take an extra 15 minutes, but if it’s added to the standard maintenance routine

5 Tips Before Riding This October

It's finally that time of year, fall! If you're like us and you're from the south you know exactly what I mean. During the summer months it is almost too hot to ride your Motorcycle, Atv, Dirtbike, or Side by Side. Now that it is October the cooler weather is finally here and it's time to ride! Also, if you're like us, your machines have been sitting in the garage all summer waiting for this moment. It's a good idea to give them a once over and a service before putting them to the test. Here are a few points and things I recommend doing before pulling them out.

1) Check tire pressures

It's one of the more overlooked things when servicing your Atv, Dirtbike, Side by Side, or Motorcycle but it is one of the most important things you can do. Improper tire pressures can cause a slew of issues. Uneven tire ware, handlebars tweaked, hard or heavy turning, less performance, and if severely low you can damage you wheel or rim! You can check the side of your tires

How to Decode your VIN year

Have you ever wondered what year your Motorcycle, ATV, Side by Side, Dirtbike, or Scooter is? Sometimes when purchasing a used machine the previous owner had no idea what year it was and just guessed. Now you’re ordering parts for the wrong year machine! There is a simple solution to this. All you need to do is check the VIN (Vehicle Identification number)!

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