Honda Pioneer Tire and Wheel Specifications- OEM & Aftermarket

With production starting in 2014, the Honda Pioneer has quickly become one of the most popular work UTV's on the market. If you own a Honda Pioneer and have questions about wheels and tires will fit on your Honda Pioneer, these charts are for you. To help you get the information you are looking for quickly, we've compiled all the OEM wheel and tire specifications, as well as acceptable tire size upgrades for all of the Honda Pioneer models. The first chart below details all the wheel and tire sizing and details that come stock on the various Pioneer models. The second chart shows the different size tires you can put on your Pioneer, both with and without modification. So if you've ever wondered how big of a tire you can put on your Honda SxS, the charts below will answer those questions.

Honda Pioneer OEM Wheel, Tire and Lug Nut Specs

Position Tire Size Wheel Size Wheel Offset Bolt Pattern Lug Nut Spec Min. Tire Load Rating Rec. Ply Rating
Honda Pioneer 500 (2015–2023)
Front 24 x 8-12 12x7 5+2 4/110 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 500 lbs 6-Ply (8-Ply Rec.)
Rear 24 x 10-12 12x7 5+2 4/110 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 500 lbs 6-Ply (8-Ply Rec.)
Honda Pioneer 520 (2021–2026)
Front 24 x 8-12 12x7 5+2 4/110 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 500 lbs 6-Ply (8-Ply Rec.)
Rear 24 x 10-12 12x7 5+2 4/110 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 500 lbs 6-Ply (8-Ply Rec.)
Honda Pioneer 700 & 700-4 (2014–2026)
Front 25 x 8-12 12x7 5+2 4/110 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 800 lbs 8-Ply
Rear 25 x 10-12 12x7 5+2 4/110 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 800 lbs 8-Ply
Honda Pioneer 1000 & 1000-5 Gen 1 (2016–2021) Note: Base 1000 models typically use 12-inch wheels; Deluxe/Trail/Forest editions use 14-inch wheels.
Front 27 x 9-12 (or 14) 12x7 (or 14x7) 5+2 4/136.5
(4/137 aftermarket)		 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 1,100 lbs 8-Ply
Rear 27 x 11-12 (or 14) 12x8 (or 14x8) 5+3 4/136.5
(4/137 aftermarket)		 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 1,100 lbs 8-Ply
Honda Pioneer 1000 & 1000-5 Gen 2 (2022–2026) Note: All 2022–2026 trims are equipped with 14-inch wheels.
Front 27 x 9-14 14x7 5+2 4/136.5
(4/137 aftermarket)		 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 1,100 lbs 8-Ply
Rear 27 x 11-14 14x8 5+3 4/136.5
(4/137 aftermarket)		 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 1,100 lbs 8-Ply
Honda Pioneer 1000-6 Crew (2023–2026) Note: Honda equips the 1000-6 Crew heavily, coming standard with 14-inch wheels.
Front 27 x 9-14 14x7 5+2 4/136.5
(4/137 aftermarket)		 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 1,100 lbs 8-Ply (10-Ply Rec.)
Rear 27 x 11-14 14x8 5+3 4/136.5
(4/137 aftermarket)		 12mm x 1.50 (Tapered) 1,100 lbs 8-Ply (10-Ply Rec.)
Disclaimer: The Pioneer 500 & 520 Lug Nut Confusion — If you are shopping for Pioneer 500 or 520 wheels, you will likely see major aftermarket databases (and even some retailer spec sheets) incorrectly list the lug nut size as 10mm x 1.25. This is a widespread carryover error from Honda's ATV line (like the Rubicon and Foreman), which shares the same 4/110 bolt pattern.

The correct factory stud size for ALL Honda Pioneer UTVs is 12mm x 1.50.
Critical Safety Warning: Lug Nut Seating — Almost all Honda Pioneer wheels (both factory steel and aluminum) utilize a 60-degree tapered (conical) seat. This creates a "lug-centric" alignment, meaning the angled shape of the lug nut is what actually centers the wheel on the vehicle's hub as you tighten it.

Never use flat-seat (flanged) lug nuts on a tapered wheel. Flat-seat nuts require a hub-centric wheel design. Using them on your Pioneer will cause the wheel to mount slightly off-center, leading to severe high-speed vibrations and a high risk of catastrophic wheel stud failure.


Honda Pioneer Acceptable Tire Sizes

The chart below highlights the various size tires you can install on your Honda Pioneer both with and without modifications. We capped the acceptable size upgrades to be tire sizes you can install with minimal upgrades and enhancements. If you want to do a full custom build there is virtually no limit to the tire sizes you can install.

Model & Years Position Stock Tire Size Acceptable Sizes — No Mods Acceptable Sizes — With Mods Modifications Required
Pioneer 500 & 520 Series
Honda Pioneer 5002015–2023 Front 24 x 8-12 25 x 8-12

26 x 9-12		 27 x 9-12 For 27":
  • 27" often needs 1" spacers (tire- and wheel-dependent) to avoid A-arm contact at full lock
  • Expect added track width, which can push the machine beyond 50" trail limits
Rear 24 x 10-12 25 x 10-12

26 x 10-12		 27 x 10-12 For 27":
  • 27" often needs 1" spacers (tire- and wheel-dependent) to avoid A-arm contact at full lock
Honda Pioneer 5202021–2026 Front 24 x 8-12 25 x 8-12

26 x 9-12		 27 x 9-12 For 27":
  • 27" often needs 1" spacers (tire- and wheel-dependent) to avoid A-arm contact at full lock
  • Expect added track width, which can push the machine beyond 50" trail limits
Rear 24 x 10-12 25 x 10-12

26 x 10-12		 27 x 10-12 For 27":
  • 27" often needs 1" spacers (tire- and wheel-dependent) to avoid A-arm contact at full lock
Pioneer 700 Series
Honda Pioneer 700 & 700-42014–2026 Front 25 x 8-12 26 x 9-12

27 x 9-12		 28 x 10-12

30 x 10-12		 For 28":
  • 2" lift kit required to prevent fender rub at full steering lock
For 30"+:
  • 2" lift kit
  • Forward/offset A-arms and/or a portal gear reduction are strongly recommended for true 30-32" tires to maintain torque and reduce drivetrain/heat load
Rear 25 x 10-12 26 x 10-12

27 x 10-12		 28 x 10-12

30 x 10-12		 For 28":
  • 2" lift kit
For 30"+:
  • 2" lift kit + portal gear reduction strongly recommended
Pioneer 1000 Series (Including Crew)
Honda Pioneer 1000 & 1000-5Gen 1 — 2016–2021Base models: 12" wheels; Deluxe/Trail/Forest: 14" wheels. Front 27 x 9-12/14 28 x 10-12/14 30 x 10-14

31 x 10-14

32 x 10-14		 For 30":
  • May rub at hard compression; forward-offset A-arms are the primary clearance mod for 30"+ on Gen-1
  • Base models require upgrading to 14" wheels minimum for 30"+ tires
For 31":
  • 1.5" forward offset high-clearance A-arms
For 32"+:
  • ~3" lift + forward A-arms recommended
  • Portal gear reduction further reduces drivetrain load (requires 14" wheels)
Rear 27 x 11-12/14 28 x 10-12/14 30 x 10-14

31 x 10-14

32 x 10-14		 Same as front requirements above.
Honda Pioneer 1000 & 1000-5Gen 2 — 2022–2026All 2022–2026 trims are 14" wheels with 27x9-14 / 27x11-14 tires.Updated gear ratios, improved cooling, and redesigned power steering make Gen 2 more capable with larger tires out of the box. Front 27 x 9-14 28 x 10-14

30 x 10-14		 31 x 10-14

32 x 10-14		 For 30":
  • May rub at hard compression; monitor closely
For 31":
  • 1.5" forward offset high-clearance A-arms recommended to maximize clearance and prevent contact at full steering lock
For 32"+:
  • ~3" lift + forward A-arms recommended
  • Portal gear reduction further reduces drivetrain load
Rear 27 x 11-14 28 x 10-14

30 x 10-14		 31 x 10-14

32 x 10-14		 Same as front requirements above.
Honda Pioneer 1000-6 Crew2023–2026Curb wt. 1,936 lb; bed 1,000 lb; tow 2,500 lb. Honda does not publish GVWR in public spec sheets. Front 27 x 9-14 28 x 10-14

30 x 10-14		 30 x 10-14 (enhanced) For 30" (enhanced fit):
  • High-clearance forward offset A-arms strongly recommended given vehicle weight
  • 10-ply tire rating recommended at this size due to max load potential
Note:
  • 31"+ not advisable without gearing changes (portals or IGR), especially when hauling near capacity; portals reduce drivetrain stress.
Rear 27 x 11-14 28 x 10-14

30 x 10-14		 30 x 10-14 (enhanced) Same as front requirements above.
Disclaimer: The tire fitment information in this chart is based on Honda Pioneer OEM specifications and aggregated real-world user experience and community reviews across all Pioneer model years. Fitment outcomes can vary based on individual machine condition, wheel offset, worn suspension components, and installed accessories. Although fitment at the sizes listed is likely, it is not guaranteed. Always verify clearance before operating at speed, and consult a qualified UTV technician before making any suspension or drivetrain modifications.
Christian Attlesey
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