P500 P520 - Any complaints yet? Curious if bed rattles or squeaks, etc.

[SouthwestORV]

Hello friends,
I'm kicking around the idea of getting a new P520. We loved our 2018 P500 "Rambo." Having owned a SxS since then with a bed and tailgate, I know how much I love this feature, but also the fact that a bed tends to produce rattles and squeaks. How has the P520's been for folks? Any other complaints or oddities with the P520? From what I've read the P520's air filter is easier to get to, etc. Maybe Honda ironed out a few small complaints on the 520?
Thanks.

 

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[Bigtee]

I really like my 520, never had any dealings with a 500 so I can’t do a comparison. The bed and tailgate on mine do not rattle, the only rattle I have is on the Honda OEM roof and I’m working on it. It definitely is easier to get to the air filter and to check the oil.

I have a 1000-5 and have pretty much given it to the wife. I have my tools for the farm loaded in the 520 and have been using it only.

 

[SouthwestORV]

I really like my 520, never had any dealings with a 500 so I can’t do a comparison. The bed and tailgate on mine do not rattle, the only rattle I have is on the Honda OEM roof and I’m working on it. It definitely is easier to get to the air filter and to check the oil.

I have a 1000-5 and have pretty much given it to the wife. I have my tools for the farm loaded in the 520 and have been using it only.

That is very helpful. Thank you for the response.

 

[Aerolite]

The 520 is our first SXS but we love it. The only "squeeking", if you can call it that, is the roof moving on the frame, but not enough to bother us. My only big complaint has been the suspension. We ride on a lot of rocky and rough trails and it was beating us up pretty bad, so have a set of Elka S3's coming soon. It's just fine stock if your not planning on much rough stuff though. The only other thing I find is I could use more room for the distance to the throttle pedal. I drove my neighbours Ranger and the forward distance is about the same, but the seat height is 2 1/2 inches taller and it is much better. I tried a 2 inch thick cushion in the 520 and it made a big difference. I'm 5'10" so not overly tall.
We have 900km's on it now and I don't regret the decision to get it one bit. We have been glad more than once now that we also have a narrower machine! I've also been waiting to see if I think we need a torque locker, but so far I don't think so. Last week we did a long day on some pretty gnarly trails, and it was the very first time I lost drive from the front end coming off the ground, so had to back up and take a different line. So only the one occasion, and we have done some really good rocky climbs, it's such a little goat, just amazes me what it can climb up.
The pic is a good example of the rocks we get on our trails, though you don't see the elevation at all in the pic, it was quite steep, and you have to zoom in to really see the rocks. We were in first gear and 4w and crawled up this section with absolutely zero issues. Was really fun, but can't wait to try it with the new suspension!

 

[Dave75]

Same on mine, the bed does not rattle. When the bed is down and locked, it is tight with the frame.

 

[SouthwestORV]

Same on mine, the bed does not rattle. When the bed is down and locked, it is tight with the frame.

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Perfect

 

[SouthwestORV]

The 520 is our first SXS but we love it. The only "squeeking", if you can call it that, is the roof moving on the frame, but not enough to bother us. My only big complaint has been the suspension. We ride on a lot of rocky and rough trails and it was beating us up pretty bad, so have a set of Elka S3's coming soon. It's just fine stock if your not planning on much rough stuff though. The only other thing I find is I could use more room for the distance to the throttle pedal. I drove my neighbours Ranger and the forward distance is about the same, but the seat height is 2 1/2 inches taller and it is much better. I tried a 2 inch thick cushion in the 520 and it made a big difference. I'm 5'10" so not overly tall.
We have 900km's on it now and I don't regret the decision to get it one bit. We have been glad more than once now that we also have a narrower machine! I've also been waiting to see if I think we need a torque locker, but so far I don't think so. Last week we did a long day on some pretty gnarly trails, and it was the very first time I lost drive from the front end coming off the ground, so had to back up and take a different line. So only the one occasion, and we have done some really good rocky climbs, it's such a little goat, just amazes me what it can climb up.
The pic is a good example of the rocks we get on our trails, though you don't see the elevation at all in the pic, it was quite steep, and you have to zoom in to really see the rocks. We were in first gear and 4w and crawled up this section with absolutely zero issues. Was really fun, but can't wait to try it with the new suspension!
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Awesome! Thank you

 

[DG Rider]

Same on mine, the bed does not rattle. When the bed is down and locked, it is tight with the frame.

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Wow...good to know. Maybe they'll incorporate that latch design into the 700 when it gets updated in 2036.

 

[The Green Goat]

Mine has a squeak post-PTO. I think its mud/a rock in the rear brake or something similar.

Other than that, I love it.

 

[Bisley]

Mine has a squeak post-PTO. I think its mud/a rock in the rear brake or something similar.

Other than that, I love it.

Similar thing on mine, but more of a rubbing sound. Definitely rear brake, as it goes away when I tap the pedal. As much sage brush as I run over it's probably a piece wedged in there somewhere.

 

[Bomersteve35]

Similar thing on mine, but more of a rubbing sound. Definitely rear brake, as it goes away when I tap the pedal. As much sage brush as I run over it's probably a piece wedged in there somewhere.

I can third the rear brake squeak. Goes away when tapping on the pedal. I am thinking it may need some lube on the caliper pins and some anti squeal on the pads.

 

[Bisley]

I can third the rear brake squeak. Goes away when tapping on the pedal. I am thinking it may need some lube on the caliper pins and some anti squeal on the pads.

Do you remember if yours did it right from the start? I can't remember for the life of me.

 

[Bomersteve35]

Well kinda it only has about 200 miles on it. It may not have happened the first trip but at least around the 100 mile mark. Its not hard to get to I plan on living the caliper pins and putting some disck breaker quiet where the pads ride. I have also been thinking of getting a caliper lock for it at night. I just have measure what size holes I need for a lock

 

[nctrailboss]

The 520 is our first SXS but we love it. The only "squeeking", if you can call it that, is the roof moving on the frame, but not enough to bother us. My only big complaint has been the suspension. We ride on a lot of rocky and rough trails and it was beating us up pretty bad, so have a set of Elka S3's coming soon. It's just fine stock if your not planning on much rough stuff though. The only other thing I find is I could use more room for the distance to the throttle pedal. I drove my neighbours Ranger and the forward distance is about the same, but the seat height is 2 1/2 inches taller and it is much better. I tried a 2 inch thick cushion in the 520 and it made a big difference. I'm 5'10" so not overly tall.
We have 900km's on it now and I don't regret the decision to get it one bit. We have been glad more than once now that we also have a narrower machine! I've also been waiting to see if I think we need a torque locker, but so far I don't think so. Last week we did a long day on some pretty gnarly trails, and it was the very first time I lost drive from the front end coming off the ground, so had to back up and take a different line. So only the one occasion, and we have done some really good rocky climbs, it's such a little goat, just amazes me what it can climb up.
The pic is a good example of the rocks we get on our trails, though you don't see the elevation at all in the pic, it was quite steep, and you have to zoom in to really see the rocks. We were in first gear and 4w and crawled up this section with absolutely zero issues. Was really fun, but can't wait to try it with the new suspension!
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Put a locker in it,and you will be looking for the more challenging lines !

 

[Dave75]

Update : bed started to squeak after 200 miles.

 

[wvupsc]

The bed of my P520 squeaked when I first got it. But that was easily fixed with WD40 applied to hinges and latches.

 

[DG Rider]

Update : bed started to squeak after 200 miles.

That's about 150 more than it usually takes...

 

[Bomersteve35]

Ha you can hear the bed rattle? I'm always listening for the flux capacitor squeal

 

[Montecresto]

Same on mine, the bed does not rattle

That’s pretty cool because both my Pioneer 1000-3 and 1000-5 have horrible bed rattles. I guess Honda is using a better/different design with the P520….😎

 

[Montecresto]

Ha you can hear the bed rattle? I'm always listening for the flux capacitor squeal

Where is that located….🤔