Developing the idea for a Honda ATV involved a number of components, wherein the group of engineers considered building a two-, four- and six-wheeled configuration. In the end they decided on three wheels because it provided the greatest flexibility and efficiency for the purpose of the vehicle they had in mind.

The US90 was the first Honda ATV in world. It featured seven horsepower through a dual range, 4-speed gearbox and automatic clutch at around six hundred dollars per vehicle. Farmers were the first group of people to adopt this new vehicle because of its off road capabilities and road stability. However, by the end of 1970s, people started using the earlier Honda ATV models for recreational purposes.

The ATV market started to boom at the beginning of the 1980s. More and more farmers were also using the models designed for work purposes. The 1980s were dominated by the Honda ATC185, a powerful ATV with an automatic clutch, five speed gearbox, and a 180cc engine.

Capturing the budding sports ATV market was important to Honda, and in 1982 they launched the Honda ATC200E. It was a powerful vehicle with a 192cc engine and a 4-speed, dual range gearbox that produced more power, compared to its utility model counterpart. This exact model was enhanced with a reverse gear and new drive chain for added durability in 1984.

Wherever you go, since the 1980s you can find a Honda ATV in races in the deserts and snow covered landscapes around the globe. Since Honda has been renowned for its high-performance vehicles that are fit for racing, their ATVs are no different.

After the success of three-wheel utility and sports ATV models, Honda as well as other manufacturers of all-terrain vehicles discontinued the production of three-wheel ATVs. They released a better version in four-wheel, allowing better suspension and a more powerful engine.

Honda ATVs are known to revolutionize the world of all-terrain vehicles for both sports and utility purposes. There are many Honda ATV models to suit the different tastes and needs of different consumers.