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Post by sd51555 on Jun 30, 2019 7:52:15 GMT -6
Been looking over the line of Honda ATVs. I also had a talk with a guy in Wisconsin about that flail mower and what kind of specs you need to be able to run it. The guy mentioned that the smallest rig they've put one on is a 400cc model. It got me to thinking about wear and ability to operate if I got the sizing wrong. So I started checking specs.
The Honda Rancher is a 420cc engine with 485lbs total hauling capacity (rider, gear, and implements).
The Honda Foreman is a 518cc engine with 550lbs total hauling capacity (rider, gear, and implements).
That mower is 210lbs, but also hangs out over the front. I'm 200lbs. So...
I'm leaning towards the larger Foreman. I can't help but think putting too much weight on a smaller machine will lead to it getting thrown around by that mower, and likely lead to more wear and tear from over-working it. Would you still put heavier front springs in it to help keep the bouncing down?
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Post by Freeborn on Jun 30, 2019 8:02:57 GMT -6
Been looking over the line of Honda ATVs. I also had a talk with a guy in Wisconsin about that flail mower and what kind of specs you need to be able to run it. The guy mentioned that the smallest rig they've put one on is a 400cc model. It got me to thinking about wear and ability to operate if I got the sizing wrong. So I started checking specs. The Honda Rancher is a 420cc engine with 485lbs total hauling capacity (rider, gear, and implements). The Honda Foreman is a 518cc engine with 550lbs total hauling capacity (rider, gear, and implements). That mower is 210lbs, but also hangs out over the front. I'm 200lbs. So... I'm leaning towards the larger Foreman. I can't help but think putting too much weight on a smaller machine will lead to it getting thrown around by that mower, and likely lead to more wear and tear from over-working it. Would you still put heavier front springs in it to help keep the bouncing down? That makes sense to me, when you spec a truck for plowing they have a plow package with heavier front springs. |
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Post by Foggy on Jun 30, 2019 8:18:09 GMT -6
Been looking over the line of Honda ATVs. I also had a talk with a guy in Wisconsin about that flail mower and what kind of specs you need to be able to run it. The guy mentioned that the smallest rig they've put one on is a 400cc model. It got me to thinking about wear and ability to operate if I got the sizing wrong. So I started checking specs. The Honda Rancher is a 420cc engine with 485lbs total hauling capacity (rider, gear, and implements). The Honda Foreman is a 518cc engine with 550lbs total hauling capacity (rider, gear, and implements). That mower is 210lbs, but also hangs out over the front. I'm 200lbs. So... I'm leaning towards the larger Foreman. I can't help but think putting too much weight on a smaller machine will lead to it getting thrown around by that mower, and likely lead to more wear and tear from over-working it. Would you still put heavier front springs in it to help keep the bouncing down? That makes sense to me, when you spec a truck for plowing they have a plow package with heavier front springs. Do either or both of those models have power steering? I'd think that would be essential for that mower. |
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Post by sd51555 on Jun 30, 2019 8:24:30 GMT -6
That makes sense to me, when you spec a truck for plowing they have a plow package with heavier front springs. Do either or both of those models have power steering? I'd think that would be essential for that mower. They do, and I'll get it, along with the working suspension, and not that other one that throws you around if you're working. |
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Post by snowracerh on Jul 2, 2019 9:07:10 GMT -6
Get the foreman. I have one and wouldnt go smaller. You probably will still need to stiffen the front springs
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Post by badbrad on Jul 2, 2019 9:38:40 GMT -6
Been looking over the line of Honda ATVs. I also had a talk with a guy in Wisconsin about that flail mower and what kind of specs you need to be able to run it. The guy mentioned that the smallest rig they've put one on is a 400cc model. It got me to thinking about wear and ability to operate if I got the sizing wrong. So I started checking specs. The Honda Rancher is a 420cc engine with 485lbs total hauling capacity (rider, gear, and implements). The Honda Foreman is a 518cc engine with 550lbs total hauling capacity (rider, gear, and implements). That mower is 210lbs, but also hangs out over the front. I'm 200lbs. So... I'm leaning towards the larger Foreman. I can't help but think putting too much weight on a smaller machine will lead to it getting thrown around by that mower, and likely lead to more wear and tear from over-working it. Would you still put heavier front springs in it to help keep the bouncing down? I have the Rancher. But I also have my Mule for heavy work. The Rancher is a very capable machine. I pulled 2000 lbs of shit with it in 1st gear slow back to the plot. She works good. Having said that Chris I would suggest you get the Foreman since this is your only machine. Better to go bigger for you in my opinion. |
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Post by badbrad on Jul 2, 2019 9:42:38 GMT -6
My Rancher pulled this 14' trailer will all that material on it. No would not want to do it everyday but it did great.  And pulled my packer which is pretty heavy too.  |
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Post by badbrad on Jul 2, 2019 9:45:03 GMT -6
I think the point I'm making is Honda seems to severely under rate their machines true capabilities.
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Post by sd51555 on Jul 2, 2019 10:31:13 GMT -6
I think the point I'm making is Honda seems to severely under rate their machines true capabilities. I'm not too concerned about towing capability. I don't have much to tow. It's hauling that I could see destroying a machine quickly. |
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Post by badbrad on Jul 2, 2019 10:52:11 GMT -6
I think the point I'm making is Honda seems to severely under rate their machines true capabilities. I'm not too concerned about towing capability. I don't have much to tow. It's hauling that I could see destroying a machine quickly. Are you sure you don't want to consider a UTV instead |
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Post by benmnwi on Jul 2, 2019 11:18:39 GMT -6
I'm happy with my Honda Rancher, but your flail mower might justify jumping up to a larger model. I use a snow plow on the front of my Rancher and it does fine, but I'm sure that your flail mower weighs more than that. Is there any way to take a flail mower for a test drive for a couple hours just to see how it handles?
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Post by sd51555 on Jul 2, 2019 12:07:10 GMT -6
I'm not too concerned about towing capability. I don't have much to tow. It's hauling that I could see destroying a machine quickly. Are you sure you don't want to consider a UTV instead They more stout? |
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Post by badbrad on Jul 2, 2019 12:08:57 GMT -6
Are you sure you don't want to consider a UTV instead They more stout? Absolutely. They're also a hell of a lot nicer for hauling stuff around your land and not needing a trailer |
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Post by biglakebass on Jul 2, 2019 16:41:46 GMT -6
Utv!!!
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Post by kl9 on Jul 2, 2019 17:49:25 GMT -6
Yes UTV is better in so many ways
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