Guessing it’s not something we all own upto is it, hooning around and whoops, there goes the ATV!
My best one would be as a child, my friend had a Honda ATC (50cc I believe), we managed to get the two of us on there (I was pillion) and decided to go around the factory estate. Whilst my friend was powering up a hill, which as a child felt quite fast, I decided to lean back!
You all know how that ended don’t you…
Yup, with the ATC upside down on top of us both!
So, add to it guys, who’s had the best fail/crash to date?!
I know I may be a ostacruiser wannabe but been watching him ever since 2012. I let this machine Inspire me and appreciate a good machine. I bought this XMR for 10 grand minor Issues. Rad fan went to hell pussssh white smoke everywhere buddy of mine towed it back I will relocate the radiator maybe yall fellows can help me on a relocate kit for my 2016 xmr 1000 g2. The south of course Florida has all kind of nasty stuff. He did not bother putting PROPER Mods so the rad will stay clean and cool I told him I will put cams in it one day he like WTF is that I face palmed so hard. Ride on wants to do 125 an HR A JOKE. I’ll work on it myself.
so i drained my oil because i thought there might be gas in it. i now see that it looks like the whole thing is filled with bubbles and theres white stuff when i mix it. yesterday after i rode it for a while the oil was very thin. what are your thoughts?
so i drained my oil because i thought there might be gas in it. i now see that it looks like the whole thing is filled with bubbles and theres white stuff when i mix it. yesterday after i rode it for a while the oil was very thin. what are your thoughts?
ATV AnswerMan looks into a problem Honda Rancher 400
When my Honda Rancher 400 sits for a day or more, gas drains back to the tank making it a five-minute crank to start. What can I do to fix this?
Joe Howard
Hi Joe,
Well there is one thing that is for certain, the gas is not draining back into the tank. The tank on your TRX400FM sits well above the carburetor (right between your legs under the handlebars) and cannot return once it leaves via the petcock. There are several things that can be causing the slow start, though, so let’s look at a few options to try and figure out your issue. Since you did not list the year I have to guess it’s at least a 1995 to 2007 variant of the Rancher, as these were the years a 400cc engine was built for the Rancher models.
One of the reasons a carbureted engine is a little tough to start sometimes is the compression of the engine is too low to draw ample fuel into the cylinder to burn. If the rings, piston or cylinder are not working properly, not enough suction or compression is produced to pull the fuel in. Do a compression test to determine if the engine is within spec according to Honda’s service manual.
Another problem you might encounter are the valves not being set in the correct tolerances or being worn past service limits, causing what are essentially timing issues. Shimming or adjusting the valves needs to be performed by a service tech or experienced mechanic, as you can cause more damage by not getting this service done correctly the first time.
These are all real issues that a trusty old ATV will encounter sooner or later and if you do not service the engine properly in the timely intervals required by the manufacturer,then you will see it sooner rather than later. Look at these items carefully and I think you will find that you need to give this TRX400F a few hugs and kisses to get back into the trail.
ATV AnswerMan looks into a problem Honda Rancher 400
When my Honda Rancher 400 sits for a day or more, gas drains back to the tank making it a five-minute crank to start. What can I do to fix this?
Joe Howard
Hi Joe,
Well there is one thing that is for certain, the gas is not draining back into the tank. The tank on your TRX400FM sits well above the carburetor (right between your legs under the handlebars) and cannot return once it leaves via the petcock. There are several things that can be causing the slow start, though, so let’s look at a few options to try and figure out your issue. Since you did not list the year I have to guess it’s at least a 1995 to 2007 variant of the Rancher, as these were the years a 400cc engine was built for the Rancher models.
One of the reasons a carbureted engine is a little tough to start sometimes is the compression of the engine is too low to draw ample fuel into the cylinder to burn. If the rings, piston or cylinder are not working properly, not enough suction or compression is produced to pull the fuel in. Do a compression test to determine if the engine is within spec according to Honda’s service manual.
Another problem you might encounter are the valves not being set in the correct tolerances or being worn past service limits, causing what are essentially timing issues. Shimming or adjusting the valves needs to be performed by a service tech or experienced mechanic, as you can cause more damage by not getting this service done correctly the first time.
These are all real issues that a trusty old ATV will encounter sooner or later and if you do not service the engine properly in the timely intervals required by the manufacturer,then you will see it sooner rather than later. Look at these items carefully and I think you will find that you need to give this TRX400F a few hugs and kisses to get back into the trail.
ATV AnswerMan looks into a problem Honda Rancher 400
When my Honda Rancher 400 sits for a day or more, gas drains back to the tank making it a five-minute crank to start. What can I do to fix this?
Joe Howard
Hi Joe,
Well there is one thing that is for certain, the gas is not draining back into the tank. The tank on your TRX400FM sits well above the carburetor (right between your legs under the handlebars) and cannot return once it leaves via the petcock. There are several things that can be causing the slow start, though, so let’s look at a few options to try and figure out your issue. Since you did not list the year I have to guess it’s at least a 1995 to 2007 variant of the Rancher, as these were the years a 400cc engine was built for the Rancher models.
One of the reasons a carbureted engine is a little tough to start sometimes is the compression of the engine is too low to draw ample fuel into the cylinder to burn. If the rings, piston or cylinder are not working properly, not enough suction or compression is produced to pull the fuel in. Do a compression test to determine if the engine is within spec according to Honda’s service manual.
Another problem you might encounter are the valves not being set in the correct tolerances or being worn past service limits, causing what are essentially timing issues. Shimming or adjusting the valves needs to be performed by a service tech or experienced mechanic, as you can cause more damage by not getting this service done correctly the first time.
These are all real issues that a trusty old ATV will encounter sooner or later and if you do not service the engine properly in the timely intervals required by the manufacturer,then you will see it sooner rather than later. Look at these items carefully and I think you will find that you need to give this TRX400F a few hugs and kisses to get back into the trail.
ATV AnswerMan looks into a problem Honda Rancher 400
When my Honda Rancher 400 sits for a day or more, gas drains back to the tank making it a five-minute crank to start. What can I do to fix this?
Joe Howard
Hi Joe,
Well there is one thing that is for certain, the gas is not draining back into the tank. The tank on your TRX400FM sits well above the carburetor (right between your legs under the handlebars) and cannot return once it leaves via the petcock. There are several things that can be causing the slow start, though, so let’s look at a few options to try and figure out your issue. Since you did not list the year I have to guess it’s at least a 1995 to 2007 variant of the Rancher, as these were the years a 400cc engine was built for the Rancher models.
One of the reasons a carbureted engine is a little tough to start sometimes is the compression of the engine is too low to draw ample fuel into the cylinder to burn. If the rings, piston or cylinder are not working properly, not enough suction or compression is produced to pull the fuel in. Do a compression test to determine if the engine is within spec according to Honda’s service manual.
Another problem you might encounter are the valves not being set in the correct tolerances or being worn past service limits, causing what are essentially timing issues. Shimming or adjusting the valves needs to be performed by a service tech or experienced mechanic, as you can cause more damage by not getting this service done correctly the first time.
These are all real issues that a trusty old ATV will encounter sooner or later and if you do not service the engine properly in the timely intervals required by the manufacturer,then you will see it sooner rather than later. Look at these items carefully and I think you will find that you need to give this TRX400F a few hugs and kisses to get back into the trail.
ATV AnswerMan looks into a problem Honda Rancher 400
When my Honda Rancher 400 sits for a day or more, gas drains back to the tank making it a five-minute crank to start. What can I do to fix this?
Joe Howard
Hi Joe,
Well there is one thing that is for certain, the gas is not draining back into the tank. The tank on your TRX400FM sits well above the carburetor (right between your legs under the handlebars) and cannot return once it leaves via the petcock. There are several things that can be causing the slow start, though, so let’s look at a few options to try and figure out your issue. Since you did not list the year I have to guess it’s at least a 1995 to 2007 variant of the Rancher, as these were the years a 400cc engine was built for the Rancher models.
One of the reasons a carbureted engine is a little tough to start sometimes is the compression of the engine is too low to draw ample fuel into the cylinder to burn. If the rings, piston or cylinder are not working properly, not enough suction or compression is produced to pull the fuel in. Do a compression test to determine if the engine is within spec according to Honda’s service manual.
Another problem you might encounter are the valves not being set in the correct tolerances or being worn past service limits, causing what are essentially timing issues. Shimming or adjusting the valves needs to be performed by a service tech or experienced mechanic, as you can cause more damage by not getting this service done correctly the first time.
These are all real issues that a trusty old ATV will encounter sooner or later and if you do not service the engine properly in the timely intervals required by the manufacturer,then you will see it sooner rather than later. Look at these items carefully and I think you will find that you need to give this TRX400F a few hugs and kisses to get back into the trail.
ATV AnswerMan looks into a problem Honda Rancher 400
When my Honda Rancher 400 sits for a day or more, gas drains back to the tank making it a five-minute crank to start. What can I do to fix this?
Joe Howard
Hi Joe,
Well there is one thing that is for certain, the gas is not draining back into the tank. The tank on your TRX400FM sits well above the carburetor (right between your legs under the handlebars) and cannot return once it leaves via the petcock. There are several things that can be causing the slow start, though, so let’s look at a few options to try and figure out your issue. Since you did not list the year I have to guess it’s at least a 1995 to 2007 variant of the Rancher, as these were the years a 400cc engine was built for the Rancher models.
One of the reasons a carbureted engine is a little tough to start sometimes is the compression of the engine is too low to draw ample fuel into the cylinder to burn. If the rings, piston or cylinder are not working properly, not enough suction or compression is produced to pull the fuel in. Do a compression test to determine if the engine is within spec according to Honda’s service manual.
Another problem you might encounter are the valves not being set in the correct tolerances or being worn past service limits, causing what are essentially timing issues. Shimming or adjusting the valves needs to be performed by a service tech or experienced mechanic, as you can cause more damage by not getting this service done correctly the first time.
These are all real issues that a trusty old ATV will encounter sooner or later and if you do not service the engine properly in the timely intervals required by the manufacturer,then you will see it sooner rather than later. Look at these items carefully and I think you will find that you need to give this TRX400F a few hugs and kisses to get back into the trail.
