P700 Honda 700-4 Power Related Question

[KTM3040]

I am considering purchasing a new 700-4 as it will fit perfectly into my storage space. the 1000-5 is too large for where I need to store it. My only concern is will the 700-4 have enough power for the steep hills near the Smoky Mountains. We will only use the 700-4 on paved roads in our neighborhood and on the county roads in the area but some of the roads near our cabin are pretty darn steep. I feel like it would do ok with just two of us on board but what happens when we have 4 people on board? (My wife and I and two 17 year old boys.) Any thoughts on whether or not the 700-4 can handle steep pave roads? Thanks in advance for any advice that you may have.

 

[Admin]

 

[DG Rider]

Assuming you're not intending to blast up them at 40, anything that would actually get paved or will be a "county road" will be no issue.

Just be aware that the 700 tops out at around 44 mph, so those roads might be a slow and boring affair.

 

[JimmyA]

What would the total weight of you 4 be?

 

[sporttrac4x4]

I had a 700-4 and I was lucky to get 38 mph by myself on a hill.

 

[Backwoods]

I have a 700-2 and ride in the Tennessee mountains every chance I get you should have no problem . Mine climbs steep rocky stuff just fine. I will quit before it does and I run 2 sizes bigger than stock tires.

 

[KTM3040]

What would the total weight of you 4 be?

Around 600 pounds total.

 

[JimmyA]

Use the Paddle as necessary! You should be fine.