I have a Honda Talon 1000R, and it's not 72 inches wide, it's 68.4 inches wide. The Talon 1000R is also 5 inches longer than the Talon 1000X. I love my Talon!!
As mentioned below, the motor on the brakes is for their i-4WD. It applies the brake on the spinning wheel to transfer torque to the wheel with more traction. This probably helps to reduce driveline shock and prevent breakage. Probably not as good as a locked differential in extreme mud, but for traction in articulated situation should work well enough for most. I have something similar in the front diff of my Toyota and its fine when articulating in good traction surfaces, but not as good as a diff lock in deep mud or snow.
Having a lot of experience with drive belts the fact it doesn’t have one is the biggest factor for me. When I finally decide on a new rig choice of rigs will be rather simple, no belt! That kind of narrows the field down. Good vid.👍👍👍
I’m with you, I’ve driven a friends Yamaha and it was great, and if all I did was the dunes still and high speed I’d probably go with it. He’s got a newer one with the lower first gear but it’s still hurting a bit on certain rock trails. One of out club members is taking dele Rey in a Talon R model soon, he’s had 4 other SXS’s and when I get his feedback (and a drive?) I’ll make my secession. The Yamaha was a hoot though. Thanks for the input.
The utilization of hard brake lines is to improve pedal. Flex lines tend to allow for a spongy pedal. Their system that uses Honda's i4WD like on the Pioneer 1000LE uses the brakes to send power to the non-slipping wheel in the front instead of having a locking front diff.
Fully produced for television vs unscripted and in-depth walk arounds. We have a limited time that TV segments must meet, but have more freedom to go long on TH-cam. I feel like there's a place for both versions, which gives you the option to watch either or both.
The valve with the brake lines and motor you guys were looking at under the hood is an electronic brake valve modulator. It works with their fancy 4wd system (name?)and possibly the pulsing felt in the brake pedal when smashing it down is probably Honda’s version of ABS. Every modern car or truck has one.
Ryan , it’s the I4WD system.. like limited slip almost except brake controlled.. if on of the front start spinning, it applies brake pressure to it to force the other side to get traction
Aj talking about the maverick sport 1000r is 60"wide 100hp. Lester talking about 120hp x3 turbo non r. non intercooled 64"wide. And the brake booster is for the i4wd system
Impressive first attempt by Honda, Thought the interior was one of the best until the new RZR Pro came out a few weeks ago. The Honda Talon 1000R is 68 width not 72
I saw that Kawasaki has a sport SxS in the works too. That will definitely be interesting to see. Right now only the schematics or " blueprints" of it has been released. I think Honda has just woken Kawasaki up from its sleep. It appears to be a 1000cc triple.
Id like to see it with a 5 speed stick shift and foot clutch!! I would love it. Big reason I miss sport quads so much....always loved having a real clutch and shifting gears.
yamaha tried that in the YXZ and it was a disaster, it was the #1 complaint from people and it blew clutches and transmissions like crazy, it was such a disaster they gave up and went to paddle shifters
One thing that I think many people overlook, is that companies like Polaris and Can-Am have been in this segment for how many years, and are just getting to these 100+hp numbers, and here Honda smacks the talon on the table with 104hp on YEAR 1!
I Think The Dual Clutch Will Be Best Used When Rock Crawling. When You Watch A CVT Try To Slowly Crawl Over An Obstacle It Just Can’t Do It. You Can’t Fineness The Throttle Control Like You Can With A DCT.
Those nets are important. I had a friend several years ago that was partially thrown out of a similar vehicle and the roof bar rolled across her neck decapitating her. That net could have saved her life.
Thank you guys, I really don’t like that center mounted gauge. Honda please move that gauge package so it’s in front of the driver. I don’t want to take my eyes off the trail to look at the gauges.
Looks like a great machine, I'd like to try one out. 21grand in my area is just too much money for a weekend toy. I can buy a new loaded teryx4 for 15900. Granted not a sport rig but for my local tight trails much better rig for the money.
Line all new machines, needs time to be out. Honda is not known for the technology as can am or Polaris. Nice machine but it needs to be out out few yrs to get the bugs out.
Look guys, Honda never had the fastest, more this ore that. They had reliability. I wouldn't buy a Polaris dead. I've seen them with their fancy RZR back into the service and spending a bunch. I would stick with a Honda. Plenty of power. Enough for me
Honda takes the win they are truly amazing machines they make them great
I have a Honda Talon 1000R, and it's not 72 inches wide, it's 68.4 inches wide. The Talon 1000R is also 5 inches longer than the Talon 1000X. I love my Talon!!
Me to bud good comment
I was originally a little skeptical of the Talon, but the more time that goes on the more I dig this machine. It's definitely a good build.
Really like the in depth, knowledgeable and CANDID review. Honest and natural, love it. Thank you
As mentioned below, the motor on the brakes is for their i-4WD. It applies the brake on the spinning wheel to transfer torque to the wheel with more traction. This probably helps to reduce driveline shock and prevent breakage. Probably not as good as a locked differential in extreme mud, but for traction in articulated situation should work well enough for most. I have something similar in the front diff of my Toyota and its fine when articulating in good traction surfaces, but not as good as a diff lock in deep mud or snow.
Having a lot of experience with drive belts the fact it doesn’t have one is the biggest factor for me. When I finally decide on a new rig choice of rigs will be rather simple, no belt! That kind of narrows the field down. Good vid.👍👍👍
Exactly why I bought the YXZ!
I’m with you, I’ve driven a friends Yamaha and it was great, and if all I did was the dunes still and high speed I’d probably go with it. He’s got a newer one with the lower first gear but it’s still hurting a bit on certain rock trails. One of out club members is taking dele Rey in a Talon R model soon, he’s had 4 other SXS’s and when I get his feedback (and a drive?) I’ll make my secession. The Yamaha was a hoot though. Thanks for the input.
Super Sami U bet! Even though you’ve driven the unit before see my two latest videos you might find them interesting???
Will do! Is yours the manual with the foot clutch?
Super Sami Yes sir
Lets see the new 520 Rubicon
Great point, I don't drive with super smooth acceleration either. My second to the last video is fresh in my mind, you can here me chop the throttle.
The utilization of hard brake lines is to improve pedal. Flex lines tend to allow for a spongy pedal. Their system that uses Honda's i4WD like on the Pioneer 1000LE uses the brakes to send power to the non-slipping wheel in the front instead of having a locking front diff.
Reliability is more important to me then horse power. Honda all the way!
Nice done guys! This feels so much better than the commercial feeling I get from the episodes :(
Fully produced for television vs unscripted and in-depth walk arounds. We have a limited time that TV segments must meet, but have more freedom to go long on TH-cam. I feel like there's a place for both versions, which gives you the option to watch either or both.
@@dirttraxtv This was like 5 out of 5 and the TV version I rather not say ;) So for me, MORE of this!!!!
The unit the brake lines run into is a hydraulic control unit which does all the magic for the I 4 wheel drive.
The valve with the brake lines and motor you guys were looking at under the hood is an electronic brake valve modulator. It works with their fancy 4wd system (name?)and possibly the pulsing felt in the brake pedal when smashing it down is probably Honda’s version of ABS. Every modern car or truck has one.
Ryan , it’s the I4WD system.. like limited slip almost except brake controlled.. if on of the front start spinning, it applies brake pressure to it to force the other side to get traction
That's cool they have paddle shifters
I would love to have that beautiful honda my dad has a 14 year old honda snow blower and it works better than any new snow blower by other brands
Outstanding discussion review.
Aj talking about the maverick sport 1000r is 60"wide 100hp. Lester talking about 120hp x3 turbo non r. non intercooled 64"wide. And the brake booster is for the i4wd system
Impressive first attempt by Honda, Thought the interior was one of the best until the new RZR Pro came out a few weeks ago.
The Honda Talon 1000R is 68 width not 72
The YXZ has a much better interior, steering wheel and gauge cluster.
Motor on the brake is part of the i4x4 system fellas! Good little overview tho
Nice machine !
Nice review as always guys. I’m biased but the 2019 YXZ seems so much more fun to drive and has a WAY better cockpit!
Just my opinion guys...not trying to piss off Honda fans...
I saw that Kawasaki has a sport SxS in the works too. That will definitely be interesting to see. Right now only the schematics or " blueprints" of it has been released. I think Honda has just woken Kawasaki up from its sleep. It appears to be a 1000cc triple.
Awesome video!!!
Id like to see it with a 5 speed stick shift and foot clutch!! I would love it. Big reason I miss sport quads so much....always loved having a real clutch and shifting gears.
That would be awesome!
yamaha tried that in the YXZ and it was a disaster, it was the #1 complaint from people and it blew clutches and transmissions like crazy, it was such a disaster they gave up and went to paddle shifters
I’m giving serious thought to getting one next year for my “out of Maine” riding machine.
One thing that I think many people overlook, is that companies like Polaris and Can-Am have been in this segment for how many years, and are just getting to these 100+hp numbers, and here Honda smacks the talon on the table with 104hp on YEAR 1!
Kody Herbst 2020 Can Am Maverick X3 has 195 hp
The Talon kicks it in all directions but hp and suspension. DCT for life
American Gunsmith in the N/A segment as they talked about
Also you get 85% hp to the wheels with CVT and 95% with DCT
I Think The Dual Clutch Will Be Best Used When Rock Crawling. When You Watch A CVT Try To Slowly Crawl Over An Obstacle It Just Can’t Do It. You Can’t Fineness The Throttle Control Like You Can With A DCT.
Put this badboy against rzr 1k and yxz 1000!
I am guessing it has ABS when you say the pedals pulsate under hard braking
That things sweet and I would feel way more confident tossing a ton of money towards a honda then a rzr or maverick
i've always had a crush on AJ, lol. the Talon X is what im getting when my Maverick starts going kapuut.
Those nets are important. I had a friend several years ago that was partially thrown out of a similar vehicle and the roof bar rolled across her neck decapitating her. That net could have saved her life.
CFmotos come with a roof (and a winch).
Thank you guys, I really don’t like that center mounted gauge. Honda please move that gauge package so it’s in front of the driver. I don’t want to take my eyes off the trail to look at the gauges.
Looks like a great machine, I'd like to try one out. 21grand in my area is just too much money for a weekend toy. I can buy a new loaded teryx4 for 15900. Granted not a sport rig but for my local tight trails much better rig for the money.
wicked mainah where do you live? Down in south ms you can pick this model up for 16500
@@joshpittman6021 maine, I see central maine powersports had some, 21000. They are cons though
@@joshpittman6021 That would be a nice deal for the 2 day drive to get it.
They have them discounted all over the United States. Most are 2 to 3 grand off retail
@@joshpittman6021 these are $26999 in Canada
Nice video! That was better than pornhub. I need a smoke now.
Talon X vs. Talon XXX
I think I'm gonna sell my rancher and get one
ANY CHANCE OF HONDA BRINGING OUT A 2 SEATER QUAD!??? PLEASE.
Yeah Can-Am max quads are to big and just as expensive as the Talon.
Somebody needs to read their owner's manual.
I like the off the cuff style interviews but you just put out a decent amount of misinformation.
Line all new machines, needs time to be out. Honda is not known for the technology as can am or Polaris. Nice machine but it needs to be out out few yrs to get the bugs out.
Dewd was totally railing the unit before even driving it. A bias opinion by reviewers totally discredits your work.
There is no competition between Polaris and Honda. What would you buy, a Cavalier or a Civic?
Look guys, Honda never had the fastest, more this ore that. They had reliability. I wouldn't buy a Polaris dead. I've seen them with their fancy RZR back into the service and spending a bunch. I would stick with a Honda. Plenty of power. Enough for me