POLARIS Sportsman 500 EFI (2006-Present) Specs, Performance & Photos
Updated: 8 January 2024 • Maintained by:
Segment: ATV/Quad
Production started year: 2006
Polaris pioneered the modern big-bore ATV market in the mid-1990s with the release of the Sportsman 500. The Sportsman's long-travel independent rear suspension, high-displacement (for the time) four-stroke engine, continuously variable transmission and other features were revolutionary.
POLARIS Sportsman 500 EFI 2006-Present
POLARIS Sportsman 500 EFI 500
| engine specs | Type: | Liquid-cooled, EFI, Single-cylinder | Displacement: | 499 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | - | Compression Ratio: | - | Horsepower: | - | Torque: | - | Fuel System: | Carburetor |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | Automatic PVT | Clutch: | - | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Shaft |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | - | Front Suspension: | MacPherson Strut | Rear Suspension: | Fully Independent, Progressive Rate With Anti-roll Bar | Front Brake: | Single-lever Hydraulic Disc | Rear Brake: | Hydraulic Foot Brake |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | 83 in OR 2108 mm | Overall Width: | 48 in OR 1219 mm | Seat Height: | 33.75 in OR 857 mm | Wheelbase: | 50.5 in OR 1283 mm | Ground Clearance: | 11.25 in OR 286 mm | Weight: | 731 lbs OR 332 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 4.1 gallons OR 15.5 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 26x8R12 | Rear: | 26x11R12 |
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