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Just in time for Christmas, Legendary ATV Society is pleased to announce the exclusive listing for this original, unrestored, low hour example of the 1986 TRX70 Fourtrax. Introduced by Honda in 1986 as a follow up their wildly popular ATC70 that concluded it's nearly 12 year run in the previous model year. This four wheeled 70cc transition was a sign of the times that picked up the torch as an option for some of the youngest in this market segment. Produced for only two years, the TRX70 made an impact that continues still today with a strong "mini culture" following - as well as traditional collectors and enthusiasts who believe exclusively in the classics.
While showing some of it's 36 year old age - we'd consider this little guy to be an excellent entry level collector or extremely nice 100% authentic OEM rider for someone that is looking to have their little one experience what they had as a child. While not for everyone, machines like this simply do not exist new in the market anymore - with most youth oriented atvs being larger, having a larger displacement and many no longer have gearing that the operator can manipulate / shift etc.
Little history is available on this unit, but was purchased from the original owner roughly 4 years ago and kept in a private collection.
Being reported to be in perfect functioning factory condition – bike runs and idles as should, 4 speed semi auto shifts smoothly, brakes are tight, Factory original fenders are complete, Original Ohtsu Wamulass tires have no damage or dry cracking and hold air as should. Tank is clean with no leaks. While being in very good original condition, this machine does show obvious signs of age and ware that would be expected on a 36 year old unrestored atv. The only maintenance reported was done after the seller took ownership of the machine - with the following being performed by a professional ATV tech: Carb Cleaned & rebuilt, New OEM Honda fuel lines, and air filter installed. No restoration work, touch ups or refinishing was performed on this machine, and is being shown in it's authentic original state.
Being reported to be in perfect functioning factory condition – bike runs and idles as should, 4 speed semi auto shifts smoothly, brakes are tight, Factory original fenders are complete, Original Ohtsu Wamulass tires have no damage or dry cracking and hold air as should. Tank is clean with no leaks. While being in very good original condition, this machine does show obvious signs of age and ware that would be expected on a 36 year old unrestored atv. The only maintenance reported was done after the seller took ownership of the machine - with the following being performed by a professional ATV tech: Carb Cleaned & rebuilt, New OEM Honda fuel lines, and air filter installed. No restoration work, touch ups or refinishing was performed on this machine, and is being shown in it's authentic original state.
** Please Note the following blemishes in the 5 photos following the interior of tank image. ( 1. ) Rub marks on seat from pull start handle / recoil from starting. ( 2. ) Small stress crack near contour line at base of seat. ( 3. ) Small cut away on right rear lower fender by heel guard. Cited as possible factory defect? ( 4. - 5. ) Partially broken mounting tab on left front fender.
In closing while far from a perfect 10, this TRX70 is truly a time-capsule and does still deserve at least a silver star in our opinion, for clearly surviving it's 36 year journey with very little sign of abuse and neglect - and showing little overall use and wear. While not the most rare mini in the world, when these units do pop up in the used market - they are often heavily used and worn - and more often than not have been modified with aftermarket parts present. Also it is common to see poor "clean up" work done in the attempt to garner a higher resale price.
In closing while far from a perfect 10, this TRX70 is truly a time-capsule and does still deserve at least a silver star in our opinion, for clearly surviving it's 36 year journey with very little sign of abuse and neglect - and showing little overall use and wear. While not the most rare mini in the world, when these units do pop up in the used market - they are often heavily used and worn - and more often than not have been modified with aftermarket parts present. Also it is common to see poor "clean up" work done in the attempt to garner a higher resale price.