Farming Monthly National December 2016 | Page 49

| ATV Honda ATV Autumn maintenance made easy With autumn well upon us, farm woodland and hedge maintenance is well up the list of jobs to get done when the weather allows. trong load racks front and rear make Honda ATVs ideal for transporting tools and other equipment wherever needed. The ATV’s compact size allows access to tight areas where larger golf course-type UTVs would be too wide, and flotation tyres exert less ground pressure than a human footprint, reducing ruts and allowing travel over sensitive land areas, including young crops. The Honda line-up includes models from 250–680cc, with manual or automatic transmission as well as selectable two or fourwheel drive, all with superb suspension and well-padded seats to ensure comfort. Options including power steering improve ease of use and heated handlebar grips are ideal for cold winter days. Powerful and economical 4-stroke petrol engines are ideal for operation in challenging terrain and pulling off-road trailers, transporting heavier or bulky items including firewood and hedge trimmings. Honda’s Power Equipment range includes models to suit both garden and estate maintenance S needs. Exceptional ease of use, dependable, easy-starting 4-stro