Story and Photos by Nick Neslon – ATV World Magazine The Honda TRX 450R is one of the most prevalent sport quads around. The TRX 450R was released in 2004 as a kick-start only, high performance four stroke replacement for the age-old TRX 250R two stroke.
The model was unchanged for 2005, and then received a new generation updated motor with more power and electric start. The 2006-2013 TRX450ER models are electric start only and there is a limited production, kick-start only version TRX450R that is popular, mostly with the racer types. While the kick-start version is available, 95 percent of the late model TRXs floating around are electric start only. While this is definitely the most desirable option, there are a lot of us that would appreciate the security of a back up starting system.
The TRX electric starter has a hard enough time starting the stock 12:1 450R motor, and anyone that has added a higher compression piston knows that it only adds to the load on the little TRX battery. Honda does not offer the TRX with a kicker and electric starter together, nor do they actually sell a kit to add the kicker to an electric model. However, if you purchase a list of OEM Honda parts, it is possible to add a kick-starter to your electric start model, and the best part is that both starting methods work at the same time. Racers have perfected their dead engine start methods by learning to use both the kicker and electric starter to spin the motor even faster for improved starting, or the average rider can benefit from not having to worry about a dead battery leaving you stranded.
If you’ve considered getting a Honda TRX450 repair manual, look no further than the Honda TRX450R/ER Service Manual: 2006-2014. Like everything from Cyclepedia, this resource is chock full of detailed specifications, step-by-step instructions written by a veteran service technician from Honda’s ATV division, and full of black and white photos and color wiring diagrams. This is the DIY how to service guide for VIN and engine number location, torque specifications, air filter servicing, throttle free play, scheduling for periodic maintenance, cooling systems, carburetors, side covers and skid plates, clutch removal, cam installs and transmission shafts. Whether working out of a shop or garage, you’re going to get your money’s worth out of this Honda TRX450 repair manual.
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