Here are some load ratings for the BIG REDS. This information came from the original owners manuals. Many of the BIG REDS have missing warning stickers that were placed on the racks and trailer hitch. The rack capacity remained the same throughout the years but the overall and trailer hitch pull increased with the 250ES model.
1982 -1983 Honda ATC 200E BIG RED and 1984 Honda ATC 200ES
Vehicle load capacity: 150 KG or 330 lbs. This includes weight of rider and cargo
Front Rack: 10 KG or 22 lbs
Rear Rack: 45KG or 100 lbs
Trailer Hitch Pull: 300 KG or 700 lbs
Weight on Hitch Point: 14 KG or 30 lbs
1985 - 1987 Honda ATC 250ES BIG RED
Vehicle load capacity: 170 KG or 375 lbs. This includes weight of rider and cargo
Front Rack: 10 KG or 22 lbs
Rear Rack: 45KG or 100 lbs
Storage Compartment: 2.3 KG or 5 lbs
Trailer Hitch Pull: 383 KG or 850 lbs
Weight on Hitch Point: 14 KG or 30 lbs
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