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2 of 3 selected:
Honda FourTrax Recon 250 TRX250TM×
Kawasaki Bayou 400 4X4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
229cc / 14
391cc / Unknown
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | 229cc air-cooled longitudinally OHV 4-stoke single cylinder | 391cc, Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC single cylinder ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | – |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | – |
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| Colors | Red, Olive, Blue | – |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | – |
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| Headlights | Standard | – |
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| Lighting | Halogen | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | – |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | – |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Brush Guard | Yes | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Location | Driver | – |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 792.5 / 31.2 | 795 / 31.3 ✓ |
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| Storage |
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| Fender Storage | Standard | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 15 / 33 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Reserve (l / gal.) | 2.3 / 0.6 | – |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 9 / 2.4 ✓ | 12.11 / 3.2 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rim Material | Steel | – |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 9 ✓ | – |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 ✓ | – |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 22 ✓ | – |
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| Seats |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Rear | 22 x 10-9 | AT24 x 10-11 tubeless ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | – |
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| Frame | Steel | – |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 39.9 / 88 |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | 24 months Coverage of defects in materials and workmanship. ✓ | – |
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| Parent Company | Honda | – |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 ✓ | – |
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| Manufacturer Country | Japan | – |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | 8.5 | – |
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| Steering Type | Manual | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Snorkel Air Intake | Standard | – |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | – |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | – |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | Standard | – |
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| Rear Bumper | Standard | – |
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| Power Outlet | Standard | – |
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| Light Guard | No | – |
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| Hand Guards | No | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | – |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | – |
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| Front Fender | Standard | – |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | – |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | – |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | – |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 69.9 / 154 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 11 ✓ | – |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 22 ✓ | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 129.5 / 5.1 | – |
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| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone 130mm (5.1in) travel ✓ | Dual A-arms, 5.1 of travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | 180mm sealed hydraulic drum ✓ | Single Drum |
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| Brakes Front | 180mm dual-sealed hydraulic drums ✓ | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | CD with electronic advance, Electric with recoil backup | DC-CDI Electric with recoil backup |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | – |
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| Carborator Count | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 22 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel System | 22mm CV | Kleihin CVK32 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | No | – |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 68.5 mm x 62.2 mm | 81 mm x 76 mm ✓ |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.55 | – |
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| Engine Cylinders | single cylinder | single-cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | air-cooled | liquid-cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-stoke | 4-stroke |
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| Total Valves | 2 ✓ | – |
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| Valve Configuration | 2-valves ✓ | – |
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| Engine Valves | longitudinally OHV | SOHC |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 229cc / 14 | 391cc / Unknown ✓ |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 2.7in. x 2.45 in. | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 7 ✓ | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | – |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Steel | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Front | 22 x 7-11 | AT24 x 8-11 tubeless ✓ |
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| Tire Make | Goodyear | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | – |
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| Number Of Speeds | 5 ✓ | – |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Shaft | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Final Drive | Direct rear drive-shaft | Shaft, 4-wheel drive ✓ |
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| Transmission | 5 fwd/1 rev - auto clutch with manual shift | 5-speed, plus reverse |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| GVWR (Kg / Lbs.) | 366.1 / 807 | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Swingarm with single shock 125mm (4.9 in) travel ✓ | Quad-link, 5.1 of travel |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 189.6 / 418 | 270 / 595.4 ✓ |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 152.4 / 6 | 185 / 7.3 ✓ |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1069 / 42 | 0 / 0 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1034 / 40.7 ✓ | 1130 / 44.5 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1905 / 75 ✓ | 2019 / 79.5 |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | – |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | No | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | – |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 124.5 / 4.9 | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1130.3 / 44.5 | 1199 / 47.2 ✓ |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 499.9 / 1102 |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 1999 Kawasaki Bayou 400 4X4
- Heavier than the 1999 Kawasaki Bayou 400 4X4
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (391cccc)
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
Comparing 2006 Honda FourTrax Recon 250 TRX250TM vs 1999 Kawasaki Bayou 400 4X4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 1999 Kawasaki Bayou 400 4X4 has the largest displacement at 391cccc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road work.
Which quad is the lightest?
The 1999 Kawasaki Bayou 400 4X4 is the lightest at 270kg (dry weight). A lighter quad is easier to manoeuvre on trails and simpler to recover if stuck.
Which has the better suspension?
Independent front suspension (A-Arm or IFS) absorbs bumps better than solid-axle designs and improves handling on uneven terrain. Check the Suspension category in the full table above to compare front and rear travel for each model.
Which is the easiest to ride?
CVT automatic transmission is easiest for beginners — there is no gear-changing or clutch to manage. A lower seat height also makes a quad more accessible for shorter riders. Check the Transmission and Seat Height rows in the table above.
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