That non-existent diff lock is still an issue, Honda. This is aimed right at me for the farm work I do with the correct sizing and capacity, but our Rhino 700's diff lock gets used once a day and has a lot of Km's on it. I'm not turned away from the product, but you got the tilt bed thing right... now listen to the cries of an open front diff. it makes a difference.
Honda guy here been wanting a sxs for a while now been bouncing between 500 and 1000 and yes I know they make a 700 and would have purchased one a long time ago but it has the same problem as the rincon stupid 3 speed transmission.
DIFF LOCK...DIFF LOCK...DIFF LOCK!!!! what is it Honda that you dont understand!!!! plus 25inch tires minimum!!!! even 26 would be perfect ...you listen to customers but yet no diff lock thats the number 1 complaint!!!
Diff lock would make it slower and turning way harder, diff lock would cost more, and if you want the same easy turning you would probably have to get power steering and that’s a lot of money. That’s why
Honda marketing uses small actors for their demonstration videos! This 50 inch wide side by side looks huge next to the diminutive actor! Not knocking small folks just making an observation. Most Americans using these machines are closer to 6 ft. and 220 plus pounds!
I am 6' 2 and 275, other than the Yamaha Viking I honestly don't feel more Room and comfortable inside of a cabin than any other model at all.. its mind blowing how roomie the cab is in these and ease in and out
13500$ here in Canada, that works out to 16k and change with taxes. For that I get no third seat no front locking diff and 200cc less than most competitors. You guys should see what they give you for 14500 with a yamaha viking.
I was excited to get a P520 until I found out it still has no locker & no glove box in dash. I wished my 01 Rubicon had a locker for plowing snow & the times I wished I had it. The new bed would be better if it was universal by taking the sides off or have them fold down to have a flat surface to use as a work bench or haul things that won’t fit in bed. I would like a flat surface for hauling fence posts to hauling out Elk. The dump feature is nice but not necessary in a bed that small when you can get a dump trailer that hauls more. if ya want to haul dirt put it in 5 gallon buckets & stick them on the bed or put stuff on a tarp & slid it out but by having fold down sides would accommodate to more uses to fit everyone’s needs.
Hi John, we recommend taking a look at the Honda TRX520FA7 DCT Deluxe model as this is our latest flagship model with similar features and performance.
@@HondaOutdoors he asked about the Rincon, I'm sorry but that 3 speed transmission is the reason I would not buy a rank on, and I would otherwise, don't know why you have not updated this model it is so overdue you are missing out in the market here! I cannot believe you would be even competing with the other major brand makers in this area of Big Bore quad
Hello, thank you for your question! The 2021 Pioneer 520 does not have a differential front lock but has a host of new features to add versatility and rider comfort.
Most average riders get by fine without a front locker but for those of us that need one I’m guessing the front diff is the same and that the Torq locker for the current 500 should work. If not, I bet we can convince Torq Master Industries to get us one rather quickly!
@@AppalachianMountainRiders I don't think a locker is necessary but they sure are nice. I lock my front diff on my p1000 fairly often even though i probably don't need to most of the time. Unfortunately the new 1000's don't have a real locker anymore either.
Honda ATV's customers demand the use of front locking differential for certain applications while the majority of P520 customers are content with the current design. However, there are aftermarket kits if some one would like to upgrade the P520.
I'm not a huge Honda fan, I respect them V run for a long time, and a lot about reason is they don't push the motors to extreme limits, the horse power that most hondas produce feels way more than it actually is! I'm really a die-hard Yamaha fan but I for years thought that I would never own a Honda cuz of the low horsepower numbers, I returned those low numbers though are definitely a Miss representation of what it actually feels like driving and definitely a tribute to the long life of Honda Motors that by far out beats any other brands
Ive had a Grizzly 700, and Kingquad 750 and both brand new and late models. This 520 FEELS like it has the power of either of those machines. Ive had it 3 weeks and Im still stunned at the power/gearing teamwork. This is amazing and I am 270 pounds. GREAT JOB, Honda
We're so happy to hear that you're enjoying your 520, Don! Really appreciate the feedback. We'll be sure to share your thoughts with our product group.
Hi Nathan, thanks for your question! The steering wheel is not adjustable but we recommend you go to your local Honda Dealer when the unit arrives in January to sit in the new P520 to see how the driver seating position has been engineered to suit all kinds of riders.
If the placement is the same as the current 500 then the placement is in just the right spot for any rider. I don’t think I’ve ever herd anyone complain about the position of the 500’s steering wheel.
Hi Ari, we would recommend reaching out to our Customer Relations Team at 1-888-946-6329 (Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm EST) so we can look into this for you.
I'm six foot two and three hundred and the steering wheel is position perfectly, honestly tilt steering is just something that would make it cost more I've never heard anyone complain about the position of the fix steering wheel oh, Yamaha has this in a lot of models also older ones Viking
Thank you for your feedback Nathan; we will ensure it is documented. Please feel free to reach out to our Customer Relations Team at 1-888-946-6329 (Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm EST) if you wish to discuss further.
Under the hood there is a 7 gallon storage area, also there are videos where you can make your own glove Box there is space to put one in right next to the passenger cupholder, I agree differential lock should be an option, while I will tell you that These machines are surprising app what they will go through without dif-lock. Honestly I've heard nobody complain that it needs power steering does seem to be very light
I don't either. These are a blast to drive! And despite all the groping about no diff lockk they will go through anything you would dare enter into! definitely getting this because of just how spacious the cabin is, it is unbelievable for a 50 interview cool way more Room than India and most all side by sides I've side in except for maybe the Viking which is the best in my opinion for cabin comfort
nothing is more basic than a CVT like in the Polaris and Cam-Am sorry but if im riding in the middle of nowhere i don't want a stupid belt i want gears.
If you're getting a belt then by far get a Yamaha they have the best belt Transmissions hands down, but the way Honda has used this gearless transmission turns their relatively low horsepower numbers into a lot more power to the ground
About time? It’s a out dated pile of no power and no speed and rides like crab. Wake up Honda. Who the heck are there engenders. Ever look at a can am.
That non-existent diff lock is still an issue, Honda.
This is aimed right at me for the farm work I do with the correct sizing and capacity, but our Rhino 700's diff lock gets used once a day and has a lot of Km's on it.
I'm not turned away from the product, but you got the tilt bed thing right... now listen to the cries of an open front diff. it makes a difference.
Honda guy here been wanting a sxs for a while now been bouncing between 500 and 1000 and yes I know they make a 700 and would have purchased one a long time ago but it has the same problem as the rincon stupid 3 speed transmission.
Just bought a phantom camo 520. So hard to find right now. 3rd times a charm. guess im paying 600 more for paint, but it looks great.
DIFF LOCK...DIFF LOCK...DIFF LOCK!!!! what is it Honda that you dont understand!!!! plus 25inch tires minimum!!!! even 26 would be perfect ...you listen to customers but yet no diff lock thats the number 1 complaint!!!
Diff lock would make it slower and turning way harder, diff lock would cost more, and if you want the same easy turning you would probably have to get power steering and that’s a lot of money. That’s why
I’m soo excited for this pioneer, it will be perfect for ranchers wanting that new bed and Honda reliability.
Needs more suspension travel and power steering and a locking front differential.
It’s about time
Honda marketing uses small actors for their demonstration videos! This 50 inch wide side by side looks huge next to the diminutive actor! Not knocking small folks just making an observation. Most Americans using these machines are closer to 6 ft. and 220 plus pounds!
Yeah definitely. I'm 6'4 and I looked at one and it was tiny! Ended up going with the pioneer 700-4
I am 6' 2 and 275, other than the Yamaha Viking I honestly don't feel more Room and comfortable inside of a cabin than any other model at all.. its mind blowing how roomie the cab is in these and ease in and out
Thanks for the feedback Erik!
Took sway bar off. Good.
Nice work Jeff. That farm looks oddly familiar??? I maybe in the market for one of these in the spring. Lots of great info.
13500$ here in Canada, that works out to 16k and change with taxes.
For that I get no third seat no front locking diff and 200cc less than most competitors.
You guys should see what they give you for 14500 with a yamaha viking.
I was excited to get a P520 until I found out it still has no locker & no glove box in dash. I wished my 01 Rubicon had a locker for plowing snow & the times I wished I had it. The new bed would be better if it was universal by taking the sides off or have them fold down to have a flat surface to use as a work bench or haul things that won’t fit in bed. I would like a flat surface for hauling fence posts to hauling out Elk. The dump feature is nice but not necessary in a bed that small when you can get a dump trailer that hauls more. if ya want to haul dirt put it in 5 gallon buckets & stick them on the bed or put stuff on a tarp & slid it out but by having fold down sides would accommodate to more uses to fit everyone’s needs.
39 mph. Real run. Rides like a 1984 Honda 200s
39 horsepower Honda is like equivalent to a 50 horse power Polaris
Waiting on locking front diff.
Nice
When will the rincon be updated? It’s been unchanged for YEARS. Many other people and myself would love to see an updated rincon
Hi John, we recommend taking a look at the Honda TRX520FA7 DCT Deluxe model as this is our latest flagship model with similar features and performance.
I think he means we want a new Rincon with maybe a larger engine and the DCT as well.
@@matthewmckinney2709 exactly
@@HondaOutdoors he asked about the Rincon, I'm sorry but that 3 speed transmission is the reason I would not buy a rank on, and I would otherwise, don't know why you have not updated this model it is so overdue you are missing out in the market here! I cannot believe you would be even competing with the other major brand makers in this area of Big Bore quad
Would be great to put this dump box on my 2016 model. Is it compatible ?
I want one now!
Did you guys fix the differential lock
Hello, thank you for your question! The 2021 Pioneer 520 does not have a differential front lock but has a host of new features to add versatility and rider comfort.
Most average riders get by fine without a front locker but for those of us that need one I’m guessing the front diff is the same and that the Torq locker for the current 500 should work. If not, I bet we can convince Torq Master Industries to get us one rather quickly!
@@AppalachianMountainRiders I don't think a locker is necessary but they sure are nice. I lock my front diff on my p1000 fairly often even though i probably don't need to most of the time. Unfortunately the new 1000's don't have a real locker anymore either.
Why would Honda put a locker on its 520 atv’s and not this ?
Honda ATV's customers demand the use of front locking differential for certain applications while the majority of P520 customers are content with the current design. However, there are aftermarket kits if some one would like to upgrade the P520.
Would that dump box be compatible with older models?
Hope so because I feel ripped off with my model
If I want one for work it would be a Mule
30HP out of a 520! No thanks, 50-60 would a selling point.
Honda says look a new pioneer 500 that's just like the old pioneer. O I'm sorry it has 3 horse power more and a bed.
I think the 520cc needs 700cc
I'm not a huge Honda fan, I respect them V run for a long time, and a lot about reason is they don't push the motors to extreme limits, the horse power that most hondas produce feels way more than it actually is! I'm really a die-hard Yamaha fan but I for years thought that I would never own a Honda cuz of the low horsepower numbers, I returned those low numbers though are definitely a Miss representation of what it actually feels like driving and definitely a tribute to the long life of Honda Motors that by far out beats any other brands
Ive had a Grizzly 700, and Kingquad 750 and both brand new and late models.
This 520 FEELS like it has the power of either of those machines.
Ive had it 3 weeks and Im still stunned at the power/gearing teamwork. This is amazing and I am 270 pounds. GREAT JOB, Honda
We're so happy to hear that you're enjoying your 520, Don! Really appreciate the feedback. We'll be sure to share your thoughts with our product group.
Can you adjust the steering wheel up or down on this model? Thanks!
Hi Nathan, thanks for your question! The steering wheel is not adjustable but we recommend you go to your local Honda Dealer when the unit arrives in January to sit in the new P520 to see how the driver seating position has been engineered to suit all kinds of riders.
If the placement is the same as the current 500 then the placement is in just the right spot for any rider. I don’t think I’ve ever herd anyone complain about the position of the 500’s steering wheel.
@@HondaOutdoors when are pre orders going to start shipping
Hi Ari, we would recommend reaching out to our Customer Relations Team at 1-888-946-6329 (Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm EST) so we can look into this for you.
Well crap, typical a week after I buy mine one with a bed comes available! Can that bed be added to my 2 week old unit?
Hi Lamar, we recommend you contact your local dealer who can help you with this request: atvsxs.honda.ca/dealerlocator
Will it plow snow though?????
Like a champ
No tilt wheel? How they expect a fat kid like me to be interested in one? At least a 500 Polaris has a tilt wheel
I'm six foot two and three hundred and the steering wheel is position perfectly, honestly tilt steering is just something that would make it cost more I've never heard anyone complain about the position of the fix steering wheel oh, Yamaha has this in a lot of models also older ones Viking
No turf mode !no storage compartments! No tilt wheel! Common honda!! Think ill look at a 500 ranger for the same money!
Thank you for your feedback Nathan; we will ensure it is documented. Please feel free to reach out to our Customer Relations Team at 1-888-946-6329 (Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm EST) if you wish to discuss further.
You get that and I get this 520, and then will pull each other K?
that Ranger wont last half as long as this Honda. And it will cost you twice as much in repairs the first 3 years than a Honda in its life will
What is overall height?
No glove box no storage space no tilt wheel no turf mode or diff lockWTF??? think ill look at a polarice
Under the hood there is a 7 gallon storage area, also there are videos where you can make your own glove Box there is space to put one in right next to the passenger cupholder, I agree differential lock should be an option, while I will tell you that These machines are surprising app what they will go through without dif-lock. Honestly I've heard nobody complain that it needs power steering does seem to be very light
It is an add on option I guess the storage area if he make your own maybe I might try
It’s a modern rhino!! Narrow again.
Interesting little ride but I do not view it as a work machine.
I don't either. These are a blast to drive! And despite all the groping about no diff lockk they will go through anything you would dare enter into! definitely getting this because of just how spacious the cabin is, it is unbelievable for a 50 interview cool way more Room than India and most all side by sides I've side in except for maybe the Viking which is the best in my opinion for cabin comfort
I heard the final drive is plastic and if it breaks it cost $3600 to replace it
I’m not sure. But why would Honda make that plastic ? And have a shaft on the a t v’s
Who cares. Its under warranty 5 yrs.
Honda needs to still get with the times. These things are still so basic compared to Polaris and Can-Am
nothing is more basic than a CVT like in the Polaris and Cam-Am sorry but if im riding in the middle of nowhere i don't want a stupid belt i want gears.
@@grizzybear9111 I thought that about a belt too but they’re a hell of a lot faster with a belt!
If you're getting a belt then by far get a Yamaha they have the best belt Transmissions hands down, but the way Honda has used this gearless transmission turns their relatively low horsepower numbers into a lot more power to the ground
About time? It’s a out dated pile of no power and no speed and rides like crab. Wake up Honda. Who the heck are there engenders. Ever look at a can am.
Pretty sure this machine fits the niche that Honda was going after. Need bigger and more power step up to a Talon.
Love my Pioneer 500. Wouldn't trade it for any competing model from another manufacturer.
It’s a work vehicle, it has its market niche.
I have a 2015 p5 that I bought in 2014 as soon as they came out. It has absolutely been a great machine. Does exactly what I need it to do.