P500 SXS Beginner need some tips.

[Reggi]

Hi guys, First off I wanna say this forum is awesome great first impressions! To get to the point I'm Reggi, I'm 29 years old and I live in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The past couple weeks I've been doing a ton of research and I've came to the conclusion that I want a Honda P500. I've never owned a SxS or ATV or anything so this would be a first. Main thing is finding out which one and whats the actual price for it. I've seen some dealers online with prices like the 2015 ones same price as 2018 it's confusing. I couldn't purchase it now so I haven't gone in person yet don't wanna waste anyone's time. Just purchased a new car and depleted my savings so hopefully I can earn enough to buy it for my 30th birth day on Jan 12th because getting financed on my credit is impossible. So i'm looking to know how do I need to save up for it. I wouldn't mind buying a used one either but what year does the automatic transmission start? I don't know anything about the manual or shifting so i'd like automatic. Also doesnt it come with the winch or would i need to buy one? Thanks in advance.

 

[L2R]

Reggi,

You are off to a good start by doing research here.

You will find bias for 500s, 700s and 1000s so keep an open mind but stick to your guns because their is no wrong decision.
Each one has it's own advantage's and disadvantages dependent on what your needs and goals are.

Keep an eye out here, they do come up for sale once in a while.
I picked up a 2017 fresh out of the crate this past February at a decent discount compared to a 2019 and saved a couple grand.


Also, you don't HAVE to buy anything to take it home and ride it. You can add things over time (like a winch)

Good luck

 

[500oneer]

Welcome! Do not test ride if you aren’t ready to purchase one! I sort of wanted a p500 and after the test ride that was all I could think about for 2 days before I went back and bought it. You need to buy a winch if you like mud,I haven’t needed one in 8,000 miles though.

 

[Hondasxs]

Welcome.
2017 was the first year with automatic. As said above, save slsome $ and look for a used one in good condition.

Most likley you will need to add a winch.

The 500 is a little goat. It's small size is a pro and a con. Its power is enough for that machine but many find it slow. Yet 40 mph top range is fast enough for most.

Well, dont be afraid to ask beginner questions. We will try to answer best we can.
Thanks.


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[Chooglin]

Welcome.
2017 was the first year with automatic. As said above, save slsome $ and look for a used one in good condition.

Most likley you will need to add a winch.

The 500 is a little goat. It's small size is a pro and a con. Its power is enough for that machine but many find it slow. Yet 40 mph top range is fast enough for most.

Well, dont be afraid to ask beginner questions. We will try to answer best we can.
Thanks.


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I fixed it for you !

 

[100Acre]

This 500 I have is the 1st type of anything like this I've ever owned. It has been an amazing machine and quite the capable goat in all kinds of terrain! If you get a winch, don't get stuck in a Louisiana cane field. That stuff is like a sticky snowball. Every step you take! I have family in south central La. in and around New Iberia. When I'm there, I go metal detecting.

Replace the stock tires too...

 

[Reggi]

oh wow lots of good info! @L2R Don't worry about that i cant afford a 700-1000 haha. And yes I like mud/water and i'm a newbie so ill surely get a winch then and other stuff (Why am i already putting mods on my list when i don't own it?) And @100Acre the only time i go into the cane field if to steal... i mean borrow some sugar cane when its ready to be harvested. But now that i think about it theres some good dirt roads all in there. Any of you guys every ride with your dogs? I'll be into that aswell. And if there anything you could do to make it street legal? Mostly neighborhood wise.

 

[Mudder]

Welcome to the forum..just in case you have not yet discovered the Search link at the top of the page, just type in a word and you can find a wealth of historical information as you research. Also scroll down on the home page for lots of subforums, including regional area rides. If you do test drive a 2017+, they shift harsh when new, but get better, search clutch adjustment as an easy fix after break-in. Heres a thread on differences on 2017+ automatic versus earlier years. P500 - Pioneer 500: 2016 vs 2017
And a winch (3500lb) is a recommended first priority, especially if you ever ride alone. If money is tight, my Harbour Freight one is working fine after many years. If you find a used SxS, feel free to ask buying advice, some sharp folks on here.

 

[100Acre]

oh wow lots of good info! @L2R Don't worry about that i cant afford a 700-1000 haha. And yes I like mud/water and i'm a newbie so ill surely get a winch then and other stuff (Why am i already putting mods on my list when i don't own it?) And @100Acre the only time i go into the cane field if to steal... i mean borrow some sugar cane when its ready to be harvested. But now that i think about it theres some good dirt roads all in there. Any of you guys every ride with your dogs? I'll be into that aswell. And if there anything you could do to make it street legal? Mostly neighborhood wise.

My dog goes with me everywhere! If you want street legal then you'll need a horn, turn signals, license plate light and ??

 

[L2R]

100, where did you get that face
mask?

 

[alloutdoors]

While you are saving up for one, I would offer the following tips:

1) Daily follow/track on craigslist/atv trader, etc., and see what P500's are selling for around you and within a distance you are willing to travel. During this "research period", you will see units come and go, and discover what a "great" price unit is....

2) Once you have the cash saved up and after 12 months of search and educated in price, be patience (continue to monitor those webpages and you will know a great deal) and with cash in hand, make the move quickly or it will be gone...

 

[Choogsbro]

While you are saving up for one, I would offer the following tips:

1) Daily follow/track on craigslist/atv trader, etc., and see what P500's are selling for around you and within a distance you are willing to travel. During this "research period", you will see units come and go, and discover what a "great" price unit is....

2) Once you have the cash saved up and after 12 months of search and educated in price, be patience (continue to monitor those webpages and you will know a great deal) and with cash in hand, make the move quickly or it will be gone...

Very good buying advice for anything. Thumbs up.

 

[Mudder]

100, where did you get that face
mask?

Looks like a RZR brand? Have a couple for workshop and riding. Dust Defense Mask; What do you wear?

 

[100Acre]

100, where did you get that face
mask?

Motorcycle shop in Rifle Colorado. Now I use the Honda Head Sleeve thing and I become SUPERGIANTBUGHEADEDMAN!!!

 

[L2R]

that is AWESOME 100.
I fear that I would look like a chicken's foot in a tube sock but you rock that sock!

 

[100Acre]

that is AWESOME 100.
I fear that I would look like a chicken's foot in a tube sock but you rock that sock!

No one here cares what you look like and ain't no one gonna be looking at you while driving. Plus, they're only $6 right now
HondaSxS Club Face Shield. Multifunctional Seamless Bandanna!

 

[L2R]

hey thanks, i was looking for them!