Accessories & Modifications; Accessories - Honda FOURTRAX FOREMAN 4X4 TRX500FM 2009 Owner's Manual

Modifying your ATV or using non-Honda accessories can make your
ATV unsafe.
Before you consider making any modifications or adding an accessory,
be sure to read the following information.
Improper accessories or modifications can
cause a crash in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner's manual
regarding accessories and modifications.

Accessories

We strongly recommend that you use only Honda Genuine Accessories
that have been specifically designed and tested for your ATV. Because
Honda cannot test all other accessories, you must be personally
responsible for proper selection, installation, and use of non-Honda

accessories.

Check with your Honda dealer for assistance and always follow these
guidelines:
Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights, reduce ground
clearance, limit suspension travel or steering travel, or interfere with
operating any controls.
Make sure the accessory does not interfere with your ability to shift
body position on the seat or operate hand and foot controls.
Do not add any electrical equipment that will exceed the vehicle's
electrical system capacity (page
of lights or engine power (page
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