Foreman Factory Wheel Sizes

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Can anyone tell me why Honda put 6.5" wide wheels on the front of the old 400 Foreman and went to 6" on the 450 while keeping 8 inch wide tires? I understand why they went with the 25" diameter on the 450. Also, are the Rubicon wheels the same size as 450 Foreman wheels?
Thanks,

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Interesting, so a foreman 400 had a 12x6.5 wheel in the front???? Anyone have any of those they want to get rid of???
Rubicon and 450 wheels are the same size.

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Can anyone tell me why Honda put 6.5" wide wheels on the front of the old 400 Foreman and went to 6" on the 450 while keeping 8 inch wide tires?

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Probably just because they are cheaper since they is less material. PLus the narrower wheel will "skinny-up" the front tire to increase ground clearance. Not sure if thats a reason though.

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Also, are the Rubicon wheels the same size as 450 Foreman wheels?

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Yes, just made of aluminum.

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Can anyone tell me why Honda put 6.5" wide wheels on the front of the old 400 Foreman and went to 6" on the 450 while keeping 8 inch wide tires? I understand why they went with the 25" diameter on the 450. Also, are the Rubicon wheels the same size as 450 Foreman wheels?
Thanks,

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Interesting, so a foreman 400 had a 12x6.5 wheel in the front???? Anyone have any of those they want to get rid of???
Rubicon and 450 wheels are the same size.[/quote]

Actually no. I should have said that the 400 had 11"x6.5" in the front and 11"x7.5" in the rear. My Bad!!

ahh ok, i was ready to start the mission to find some factory 12x6.5, that would be perfect!

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ahh ok, i was ready to start the mission to find some factory 12x6.5, that would be perfect!

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YES IT WOULD!!