Jblack6527 3 Posted July 6, 2022 Bought a 2003 Foreman 450 a few months ago, found this place, figured I'd join up and see what I could learn! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fishfiles 20,145 Posted July 6, 2022 Hi jblack , welcome to ATVHonda forums --- is the 450 a ES or FM/S ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jblack6527 3 Posted July 6, 2022 5 hours ago, Fishfiles said: Hi jblack , welcome to ATVHonda forums --- is the 450 a ES or FM/S ? It's a 450 S, I forgot to add that. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fishfiles 20,145 Posted July 6, 2022 57 minutes ago, Jblack6527 said: It's a 450 S, I forgot to add that. 2003 is a good one to have , it is foot shift and has selectable 4 wheel drive ---- I know a bit about the 450s , I have 2 450s , a 2000 and a 2002 ---- 1998 - 2001 450s were full time 4 wheel drive , the 2002-2004 have selectable electric engage 4 wheel drive --- both of my 450s have 424 kickouts on them to run 2wd 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bcsman 1,381 Posted July 7, 2022 Welcome jblack, you have a very good machine, there are a bunch of 450 owners here so there will be lots of advice if you have any issues. I doubt you will get any problem that someone here hasn't had or seen. We do have a chat function also, access it from the top menu. Generally there will be some action there evenings, check it out.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jblack6527 3 Posted July 7, 2022 6 hours ago, Fishfiles said: 2003 is a good one to have , it is foot shift and has selectable 4 wheel drive ---- I know a bit about the 450s , I have 2 450s , a 2000 and a 2002 ---- 1998 - 2001 450s were full time 4 wheel drive , the 2002-2004 have selectable electric engage 4 wheel drive --- both of my 450s have 424 kickouts on them to run 2wd Thanks Fishfiles. I looked long and hard to find one with selectable 4wd, and foot shift for a decent price. The only two things it needs are a new rear hand brake cable which is on order, and possibly some love on the instrument pod. Runs and rides great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bcsman 1,381 Posted July 7, 2022 jblack saw you in chat, were you not able to post a message? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jblack6527 3 Posted July 7, 2022 14 minutes ago, bcsman said: jblack saw you in chat, were you not able to post a message? Just popped in for a second, didn't try to post anything. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goober 1,555 Posted July 7, 2022 (edited) Use the oem parts finder at Rocky Mountain atv and Partzilla. Only buy OEM. Yeah those rear brake cables get snagged on the trail, then can’t get em straight after. Edited July 7, 2022 by Goober Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AKATV 820 Posted July 7, 2022 Welcome to the forum! Solid Machine for sure and you are in the right place to learn more and maintain it in tip top shape Dont forget to download the service manual here on the forum if you need one as well See you around! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_Wilson_™ 6,563 Posted July 16, 2022 Welcome to ATVH. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
