For over 50 years, Honda bikes have been proven performers on Kiwi farms, no matter the weather or terrain. The Pioneer 520 takes performance to the next level and is packed with features to help make life on the farm easier and safer.
The Pioneer 520’s powerful 518cc engine with fuel injection is great for cold weather and high altitude performance. The strut-assist tilt utility bed makes dumping cargo a breeze.
You also get features like our Honda automatic transmission using rugged, steel gears with AT/MT modes. Selectable Traxlok® two- or four-wheel drive for lighter steering or for more traction. And the longitudinally mounted engine to put more grunt to the ground.
The narrow width lets you and a passenger go where other side-by-sides can’t, on width-restricted trails and farm tracks. It also allows easy transport and storage.
The Pioneer 520 is your go-to Side by Side that punches well above its size and weight on the farm.
Unlike the belt-drive automatics out there, the Pioneer 520 features an AT/MT mode transmission that uses rugged, steel gears. You get true compression braking for superior controllability (especially when descending hills), as well as long transmission life.
Features
Powerful Engine
With an engine that’s both bigger and more powerful than our Pioneer 500’s, the Pioneer 520 also features electronic fuel injection for effortless cold-weather and high-altitude operation. The engine is specially tuned for low-RPM torque too. Coupled with an efficient five-speed automatic transmission, you’ll have plenty of pulling power.
Towing & Hauling
Big job? Smaller jobs? It can handle them all! When it comes to earning its keep, the Pioneer 520 punches way above its weight, thanks to its 204kg bed capacity, 450kg towing capacity, and TraxLok 2WD/4WD system.
Passenger Protection
The Pioneer 520 is loaded with features to help provide a feeling of security for the driver and passengers. The Occupant Protection Structure uses sturdy, large-diameter tubing, and includes integrated handholds, recessed top tubes, and a more spacious structure to enhance protection. Hard doors and roll-up side nets provide a secure feel and keep mud and debris out of the cabin, while automotive-style three-point belts with an Emergency Locking Retractor mechanism help keep everyone secure.
Powerful Brakes
Disc brakes just make sense on a modern Side by- Side, and that’s exactly why the Pioneer 520 features them front and rear. They stop better, run cooler, are easier to maintain and are less susceptible to debris.
Independent Rear Suspension (IRS)
The Pioneer 520’s fully independent rear suspension means you get a smooth ride, especially over rough terrain.
Closed-Loop Fuel Injection
Better cold-weather and high-altitude running, effortless startups, great fuel efficiency, and less pollution - that’s what the Pioneer 520’s “closed loop” fuel-injection system means for you. And that’s what we call a win/win situation.
TRAXLOK®
Our rock-solid TraxLok system lets you select either 2WD or 4WD, giving you the freedom to choose between lighter steering (in 2WD) and maximising available traction (in 4WD) when you need it most.
Longitudinally Mounted Engine
By orienting the crankshaft front to back in the chassis in our ATV and Side by Side engines, we route the flow of power straight to the wheels without any unnecessary right-angle detours, reducing powertrain friction and putting more grunt to the ground.
Tilt/Dump Bed
The Pioneer 520 features a super-convenient tilt/dump bed. Measuring 983mm wide, 657mm long and 248mm high, it can carry up to 204kg. An assist strut makes dumping easy, the tailgate opens flat, and inside the bed is set up for plywood dividers, or to hold milk crates or plastic buckets. It also accommodates our line of Honda Pro-Connect™ system accessories.
Automatic Transmission with AT/MT Mode
You can let the Honda Pioneer 520’s automatic transmission shift for you, or you can still shift yourself with its paddle shifters. You can even shift from auto to manual (AT to MT) on the fly!
483 kg (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel.)
Fuel Capacity
15.5 litres
Length
2667 mm
Width
1270 mm
Height
1808 mm
Towing Capacity
453 kg
Rear Carrier Capacity
204 kg (With hydraulic assist lever)
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