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Segment: ATV/Quad
Production years: 2012, 2013

POLARIS Sportsman 550 2012-2013 3 Photos
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Created to be a dependable helper for the outdoor tasks and a really fun machine for weekend trail riding, the 2012 Polaris Sportsman 550 is built to deliver: a half-liter-class machine which can go pretty much anywhere and help the rider get the job done.

The on-demand AWD system is nicely complemented by the active descent control and engine braking, offering great traction on difficult terrain, uphill and downhill, as needed. Easy, automatic transmission operation makes the 2012 Polaris Sportsman 550 an unintimidating machine fit for new riders, as well. And with a generous rack space and multiple Lock & Ride accessories available, this quad can be easily transformed to meet various needs.

POLARIS Sportsman 550 2012-2013

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engine specs
Type:4-Stroke SOHC Single Cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement:549 cm3
Bore X Stroke:-
Compression Ratio:-
Horsepower:0/0 KW(hp)/RPM
Torque:0/0 lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM
Fuel System:Electronic Fuel injection
transmission specs
Gearbox:Automatic PVT H/L/N/R/P
Clutch:Automatic
Primary Drive:-
Final Drive:Shaft, On-Demand True AWD/2WD
chassis specs
Frame:Steel
Front Suspension:Dual A-Arm 9-inch (22.9 cm) Travel
Rear Suspension:Dual A-Arm, Rolled 10.25-inch (26 cm) Travel
Front Brake:Single Lever 4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake:Hydraulic Rear Foot Brake
dimension specs
Overall Length:83.2 in OR 2113 mm
Overall Width:47.6 in OR 1209 mm
Seat Height:37 in OR 940 mm
Wheelbase:53 in OR 1346 mm
Ground Clearance:12 in OR 305 mm
Weight:721 lbs OR 327 kg
Fuel Capacity:5.3 gallons OR 20.1 L
tyres specs
Front:26 x 8-14; Maxxis M9805
Rear:26 x 10-14; Maxxis M9806
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