Polaris' profilation of this bike |
A restyled body gives the Sportsman an aggressive new look and improved sight lines for the driver. The Lock and Ride composite front rack system and matching rear rack make it easy to carry gear. |
General information |
Model name
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Polaris Sportsman 500 HO |
Year model
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2011 |
Type
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ATV |
Price as new | US$ 5999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
Rating
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3.7 Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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498.0 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
Fuel system
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Carburettor |
Cooling system
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Liquid |
Gearbox
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Automatic |
Transmission type
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Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
Driveline
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On-Demand True AWD/2WD |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Front suspension
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MacPherson Strut with 8.2 in. (20.8 cm) Travel |
Rear suspension
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Dual A-Arm, IRS 9.5 in. (24.1 cm) Travel |
Front tire
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25/8-12 |
Rear tire
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25/11-12 |
Front brakes
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Single disc |
Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Dry weight
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315.7 kg (696.0 pounds) |
Seat height
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857 mm (33.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall length
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2108 mm (83.0 inches) |
Ground clearance
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286 mm (11.3 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1283 mm (50.5 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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15.52 litres (4.10 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Red, Green |
Starter
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Electric |
Instruments
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Digital Gauge, Analog Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Tripmeter, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, AWD Indicator, Hi-Temp/Low-Batt Lights, DC Outlet |
Light
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Dual 50w Low Beam Bumper Lights, Single 50w High Beam Pod Light; Dual Brakelights/Taillights |
Carrying capacity
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Front rack 90 lb 40.8 kg). Rear rack 180 lb (81.6 kg). |
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Further information |
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