Where Do You Mount an OHV Plate on a Honda Foreman?

If you own a Honda Foreman 500 or 520, you may have noticed something frustrating when registering your ATV for off-road use:

There’s no obvious place to mount the license plate.

Many states now require OHV (Off-Highway Vehicle) registration plates to be visible on the rear of the machine, but Honda never designed the Foreman with a built-in mounting location.

So where exactly should you mount the plate?

Let’s break it down.

The Best Place to Mount an OHV Plate on a Honda Foreman

The ideal location for an OHV plate on a Honda Foreman is on the rear of the ATV where it is clearly visible but protected from damage.

Most riders mount the plate:

• On the rear rack support

• Near the center rear of the machine
  

This location keeps the plate:

• Visible to law enforcement

• Protected from trail debris

• Out of the way of cargo on the rack

However, the challenge is finding a secure way to attach it.

Why Zip Ties and Universal Brackets Don’t Work Well

A lot of riders try quick solutions like:

• Zip tying the plate to the rack

• Using generic universal brackets

• Drilling holes into plastic body panels

These solutions usually cause problems such as:

• Plates bending from vibration

• Mounts breaking on rough trails

• Plates rubbing against racks or cargo

ATVs experience a lot of vibration and movement, so a weak mount won’t last long.

A Bracket Designed Specifically for the Honda Foreman

To solve this problem, we designed a license plate mounting bracket specifically for the Honda Foreman 500 and 520.

The Elite Engineering Foreman License Plate Bracket provides a clean and durable mounting solution that fits the machine properly without awkward installation.

Features include:

• Precision-cut aluminum construction

• Strong and lightweight design

• Clean mounting location on the rear of the ATV

• Designed specifically for Foreman models

It keeps your plate secure, visible, and protected while maintaining the clean look of your ATV.

Compatible Honda Foreman Models

The bracket fits:

• Honda Foreman 500

• Honda Foreman 520

• Model years 2005 through 2027

If you ride trails or public lands where OHV plates are required, this bracket makes installation simple and reliable.

A Clean Solution for an Annoying Problem

Mounting an OHV plate shouldn’t require drilling holes or using temporary solutions.

With a properly designed bracket, you can install your plate in a secure location that looks like it belongs on the machine.

If you're looking for a simple way to mount your plate on your Foreman, check out the Elite Engineering Honda Foreman License Plate Mount designed specifically for these ATVs.

 Elite Engineering Honda Foreman, Rancher and Rubicon license plate bracket

When to use the included Honda spacer

Some models may require the included spacer for extra clearance. Use it only if the factory tab or lip prevents the bracket from sitting flush. If the bracket sits flat and clears the tab without the spacer, it is not needed. See Honda Spacer Installation Guide for the clearance check, correct orientation and installation photos.