2011 Honda Rubicon 500 EPS/AT Specs & Review
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Specs
Identification |
Model Type |
Utility |
BASE MSRP(US) |
$7,699.00 |
Warranty |
12 |
Engine: |
Engine Type |
Single-Cylinder |
Cylinders |
1 |
Engine Stroke |
4-Stroke |
Valve Configuration |
OHV |
Displacement (cc/ci) |
499 / 30.40 |
Horsepower |
27 HP |
Carburetion Type |
Carburetor |
Engine Oil Capacity (Draining) |
4.4 liters (4.7 US qt) |
Engine Oil Capacity (Disassembly) |
5.2 liters (5.5 US qt) |
Recommended Oil |
Pro Honda GN4 or HP4 4-stroke oil : 10W-40 |
Transmission: |
Transmission Type |
Continuously Variable (CVT) |
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) |
Shaft |
Reverse |
Yes |
Wheels & Tires: |
Front Tire (Full Spec) |
KT 181: 25 x 8-12 |
Rear Tire (Full Spec) |
KT 185: 25 x 10-12 |
Brakes: |
Front Brake Type |
Dual Hydraulic Disc |
Rear Brake Type |
Mechanical Sealed Drum |
Technical Specifications: |
Wheelbase (in/mm) |
50.6 in / 1,286 mm |
Fuel Capacity (gal/l) |
4.2 / 15.8 |
Seats: |
Seat Height (in/mm) |
33.9 / 861 |
Number Of Seats |
1 |
Drive Line: |
Driveline Type |
Selectable 2X4/4X4 |
Number Of Driveline Modes |
2 |
Lights: |
Halogen Headlight (s) |
Standard |
Measurements: |
Overall Length |
2,108 mm (83.0 in) |
Overall Width |
1,188 mm (46.8 in) |
Overall Height |
1,179 mm (46.4 in) |
Wheelbase |
1,286 mm (50.6 in) |
Ground Clearance |
190 mm (7.5 in) |
Seat Height |
861 mm (33.9 in) |
Footpeg Height |
340 mm (13.4 in) |
Weights: |
Dry Weight |
612 lbs lbs |
Curb Weight |
632 lbs |
Maximum Weight Capacity |
220 kg (485 lbs) |
Suspension: |
Frame Type |
Double Cradle |
Front Suspension Type |
Double Wish Bone |
Front Wheel Travel |
170 mm (6.7 in) |
Front Damper |
Double Tube |
Rear Suspension Type |
Swingarm |
Rear Wheel Travel |
170 mm (6.7 in) |
Rear Damper |
Double Tube |
Tires and Rims: |
Front Tire Size |
AT 25 X 8-12 |
Rear Tire Size |
AT 25 X 10-12 |
Front Rim Size |
12 X 6.0 AT |
Rear Rim Size |
12 X 7.5 AT |
Front Tire Brand |
KT 181 |
Rear Tire Brand |
KT 185 |
Brakes: |
Front Brake |
Hydraulic Disc Brake |
Rear Brake |
Mechanical Drum Brake |
Fuel Tank: |
Fuel Tank Capacity (Full) |
15.8 Liters (4.2 US Gal) |
Fuel Tank Capacity (Reserve) |
3.3 Liters (0.9 US Gal) |
Engine: |
Cylinder Arrangement |
Single Cylinder, longitudinal |
Bore and Stroke |
92 x 75.0 mm (3.62 X 2.95 in) |
Displacement |
499 cc (30.4 cu-in) |
Compression Ratio |
9.2 : 1 |
Valve Train |
OHV |
Cooling System |
Liquid Cooled |
Engine Dry Weight |
138.7 lbs |
Clutch: |
Clutch System |
Centrifugal, Wet |
Transmission: |
Transmission Type |
HONDAMATIC (automatic with sub-trans (constant-mesh) |
Primary Reduction |
1.045 (70/67) |
Secondary Reduction |
2.000 (40/20) |
Final Reduction: Front |
3.231 (42/13) |
Final Reduction: Rear |
3.154 (41/13) |
Automatic Transmission Ratio Low-O.D. |
0.93-3.47 |
Sub-Transmission Gear Ratio: Drive |
1.583 (38/24) |
Sub-Transmission Gear Ratio: Low |
2.500 (45/18) |
Sub-Transmission Gear Ratio: Reverse |
3.222 (29/18 x 28/14) |
Gearshift Pattern |
D-N-R-L |
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D: 3-Mode; Automatic and Manual ESP: 5 Speeds |
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L: 2-Mode; Automatic and Manual ESP: 5 Speeds |
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R: 1-Mode (Fixed Low Ratio) |
Electrical: |
Ignition System |
DC-CDI |
Starting System |
Electric Starter Motor and Recoil Starter |
Charging System |
Triple Phase Output Alternator |
Regulator / Rectifier |
FET Shorted, Triple Phase Full-Wave |
Lighting System |
Battery |