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Segment: ATV/Quad
Production years: 2008, 2009

CAN-AM/ BRP Outlander 500 2008-2009 2 Photos
CAN-AM/ BRP Outlander 500 (2008-2009)CAN-AM/ BRP Outlander 500 (2008-2009)

The 2008 Can-Am Outlander 500 is the bigger version of the basic 400 model,with a slightly bigger engine this time in a v-twin configuration and retaining all the off-road-worthy features. Perfect for off-the-road fun, this quad can also be a handy asset for work-related tasks which involve covering large areas of rough ground or hauling voluminous or heavy gear.

With independent suspensions, the 2008 Outlander 500 offers excellent ground tracking and fast, safe passage across large areas of less rider-friendly terrain, forest trails and plain roads, alike. The selectable 2/4WD and high/low ratios are great additions to the automatic transmission and are usable on the fly, for even more convenience on varying types of surfaces.

Talking about loading capacity, the sturdy spacious racks accommodate up to 135 kg of luggage, so the 2008 Can-Am Outlander 500 is also ready for long exploration trips too, as it provides room for some extra fuel, too.

CAN-AM/ BRP Outlander 500 2008-2009

CAN-AM/ BRP Outlander 500 499

engine specs
Type:V-twin, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 8-valve (4-valve/cyl)
Displacement:499.6 cm3
Bore X Stroke:3.2x1.9 in OR 81 mm
Compression Ratio:-
Horsepower:0/0 KW(hp)/RPM
Torque:0/ lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM
Fuel System:46mm Throttle Body, 2 Siemens VDO injectors
transmission specs
Gearbox:2w/4w shaft driven with Visco-Lok front differential
Clutch:Automatic CVT
Primary Drive:-
Final Drive:Shaft
chassis specs
Frame:SST
Front Suspension:MacPherson
Rear Suspension:Torsional Trailing arm Independent
Front Brake:2 inboard hydraulic discs
Rear Brake:1 inboard hydraulic disc
dimension specs
Overall Length:86 in OR 2184 mm
Overall Width:46 in OR 1168 mm
Seat Height:34.5 in OR 876 mm
Wheelbase:51 in OR 1295 mm
Ground Clearance:11 in OR 279 mm
Weight:646 lbs OR 293 kg
Fuel Capacity:5.3 gallons OR 20.1 L
tyres specs
Front:25 x 8 x 12
Rear:25 x 10 x 12
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