Product Review
2009 Honda Big Red MUV
Honda's new side x side - Big Red MUV
Marketing Info from Honda:
This is the multi-purpose utility vehicle you've been
waiting for. The first multi-purpose utility vehicle built by Honda. We call
it the 2009 Big Red™ – you're just going to call it the best multi-purpose
ever. Powered by a 675cc fuel-injected engine that links up with a
smooth-shifting automatic transmission, it can accommodate all your off-road
utility needs. Front and rear independent double-wishbone suspension for a
sure-footed, comfortable ride. Three selectable drive modes, for traction in
virtually every situation. Plus, a tough dump bed and a receiver style hitch
for all the chores you or your "boss" can dream up.
Size Comparison:
The Big Red is very wide:
Width - 64.0 inches
That is wider than a RZR, Rhino, Ranger, Teryx and even a
Prowler.
The length is right in there with everything but the RZR.
Weight:
Holy Hippos Batman!
The Big Red has a Curb Weight of 1431 pounds. That is almost 400 lbs.
heavier than a Rhino.
Engine Comparison:
675cc OHV liquid-cooled PGM-fuel-injected single-cylinder
engine. At least it is fuel injected, but 675cc? Come on Honda.
Ground Clearance:
Ground Clearance is 10.3 inches. This is too low.
Our Thoughts:
What a disappointment! If this is the truly long awaited
Honda Side x Side all of us duners have been waiting for, we will just have
to spend our money elsewhere.
More of a utility based UTV than a sport UTV.
Big Red? Why on earth would Honda dig up a name from back in
the 1980's when they made ATCs?
2009 Honda Big Red Specifications:
Engine
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Engine - 675cc liquid-cooled OHV semi-dry-sump
longitudinally mounted single-cylinder four-stroke
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Bore & Stroke - 102.0mm x 82.6mm
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Induction - Electronic fuel injection (PGM-FI): 40mm
throttle bodies
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Ignition - Full-Transistorized type with electronic
advance
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Starter - Electric with auxiliary recoil
Drive Train
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Transmission - Three-speed automatic with hydraulic
torque converter, reverse, and electronic controls
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Driveline - Direct front and rear drive-shafts with
torque-sensitive front differential
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes
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Front Suspension - Independent double-wishbone; 5.9-inch
travel
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Rear Suspension - Independent double-wishbone; 7.1-inch
travel
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Front Brakes - Dual hydraulic 200.0 mm disc
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Rear Brakes - Dual hydraulic 200.0 mm disc
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Front Tires - 25 x 10-12 radial
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Rear Tires - 25 x 10-12 radial
Dimensions
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Length - 114.7 inches
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Width - 64.0 inches
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Height - 76.9 inches
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Wheelbase - 75.7 inches
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Bed Length (inside) - 33
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Bed Width (inside) - 52.6
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Ground Clearance - 10.3 inches
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Turning Radius - 13.8 feet
Weight Capacity
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Bed Capacity - 500 lbs
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Towing Capacity - 1200 lbs
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Curb Weight - 1431 pounds
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Fuel Capacity - 7.9 Gallons, including 1.1-gallon
reserve
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