Braking chores are handled by sure-footed, confidence-inspiring hydraulic disc brakes with 210mm rotors on all four wheels.

Honda’s original side-by-side was the Big Red utility vehicle (2008-’13), but the rec/utility Pioneer family was born in 2014, with the debut of the Pioneer 700. That was followed a year later by the Pioneer 500, with the flagship Pioneer 1000 platform entering the scene in 2016. Drivers also have the option of selecting Manual mode and making gear changes via paddle shifters mounted on the steering column. (The paddle shifters can also be used to force gear changes while driving in automatic modes, for example to initiate engine braking when approaching a corner.) As the 2023 Honda Pioneer 1000 is about to come without more important updates, you may count on the recognizable exterior design as well. The front face of this side by side is hard to be mistaken for some other model. Also, things like color-matched doors and bedside panels make it look even more upscale. Headlining the announcement is the popular Pioneer 1000. Always noted for its outstanding versatility, Honda’s flagship rec/utility side-by-side is offered in a pair of more specialized iterations for 2022, delivering rewarding drive experiences for customers who have narrower application preferences. The Pioneer 1000 Trail delivers dynamic outdoor excursions with family and friends, and the Pioneer 1000 Forest facilitates other interests like hunting and fishing. Both versions come with an array of factory-installed accessories. Honda also continues to offer the versatile Pioneer 1000 Deluxe, as well as the value-conscious Pioneer 1000 EPS. All Pioneer 1000 side-by-sides are available in three- and five-person configurations, and the entire eight-version offering benefits from new improvements that make owning and driving these vehicles even more enjoyable. Meanwhile, the new model year also sees the return of the four-version Pioneer 700 family.

Inherits Features From The Club-Standard Pioneer NXS2 Setup

When it comes to the suspension setup, the front end comes with an independent double-wishbone, with 10.6 inches of travel. On the rear end, things aren’t much different either – independent double-wishbone, with 10 inches of travel. While vehicle ground clearance varies between trim levels, fully independent, long-travel, double-wishbone front and rear suspension is standard across the entire platform. Suspension travel is 10.6 inches in front, 10.0 inches at the rear.

Two automatic shifting modes allow the driver to tune the driving behavior of the Pioneer 1000, with Sport mode executing gear changes at higher rpm than Standard mode. The former mode is more dynamic, the latter more relaxed. As capable as the Pioneer 1000 is, Honda knows that side-by-side customers typically enjoy personalizing their vehicles to make them their own, and to outfit them for specific applications. With a dash switch panel and pre-wired accessory connector, installing accessories on the Pioneer 1000 has never been easier. For 2023, there are over 90 Pioneer 1000 accessories. Honda offers the Pioneer 1000 in the following four trim levels, each of which is available in both three- and five-seat versions, for eight different choices to satisfy every need:Dual USB ports for both PC and Mac grants you the ability to have two laptops connected simultaneously; this ensures that DJ changeovers are no longer over-complicated and can be executed with ease. The DDJ 1000 digital controller also doubles as a stand-alone DJ mixer thanks to four external input terminals that let you connect additional DJ players and analogue turntables without the need for a PC/Mac. The two microphone inputs allow you to include an MC in your sets without having to worry about a complicated setup. Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs enable you to connect to a range of outboard gear such as speakers and front-of-house mixers while a booth output lets you monitor your master output. Within the platform’s broad range of capabilities, Honda offers four distinct trim levels that tailor the Pioneer 1000 to specialized driving experiences, from the sporty Trail and adventure-ready Forest options, to the versatile Deluxe and value-focused EPS versions. Each of these is available in either three-seat or five-seat configurations, ensuring that that the Pioneer 1000 lineup has something for everyone.