POLARIS 2008 ATV'S   -   SPORTSMAN 500 H.O.
 

 

 · THE SPORTSMAN 500 H.O. ·




THE LEGENDARY SPORTSMAN THAT STARTED IT ALL.


Back by popular demand, the legendary Sportsman that started it all. With On-Demand True AWD, IRS, Disc Brakes, plenty of storage, and the lowest MSRP ever for a Sportsman 500, you get the legendary ride and handling at an unbelievable price.

You can find more photos and wallpapers of the Sportsman 500 H.O. at
the official Polaris site.

 


 
 
 
 


FEATURES      

 

 

INDEPENDENT REAR SUSPENSION (IRS)

The heart of what makes a Sportsman a Sportsman. The rock-solid, proven design minimizes body roll and keeps the ride smooth.

   

ELECTRIC START

Electric start with backup recoil start.

   

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Automatic transmission with H / L/ N / R
(8 in / 20.3 cm)

   

ENGINE

500 cc Carbureted Engine

   

BRAKES

Hydraulic Front Disc Brakes

   

FRONT STORAGE

The largest front storage of any ATV. Large capacity lets you carry loads of gear and still have access to it even with items tied down to the deck.

   

 

 
 
 
 


SPECIFICATIONS      

 


ENGINE

Engine Type - 4-stroke
Displacement - 499 cc
Carburetion - 40mm CV Mikuni
Cooling - Liquid
Starting - Electric w/recoil back-up


DRIVETRAIN

Final Drive - Shaft
Transmission - P/R/N/L/H
Drive System - Automatic PVT, 2WD/AWD
Engine Braking System - Accessory
Active Descent Control - N/A


SUSPENSION

Front Suspension - MacPherson Strut with 8.2 in / 20.8 cm travel
Rear Suspension - Fully Independent, progressive rate with anti-roll bar;
                            9.5 in / 24.1 cm travel


BRAKES

Front Brakes - Single Lever Hydraulic disc
Rear Brakes - Hydraulic rear foot brake


TIRES / WHEELS

Front Tires - 25 x 8-12; 489
Rear Tires - 25 x 11-12; 489
Wheels - Stamped Steel


DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase - 50.5 in / 128.3 cm
Dry Weight - 696 lb / 316 kg
Length / Width / Height - 83 in, 210.8 cm / 48 in, 121.9 cm / 48 in, 121.9 cm
Seat Height - 33.75 in / 85.7 cm
Ground Clearance - 11.25 in / 28.6 cm


CAPACITIES

Fuel Capacity - 4.1 gal / 15.5 liter
Front-Rack Capacity - 90 lb / 40.8 kg
Rear-Rack Capacity - 180 lb / 81.6 kg
Hitch - Std / Receiver
Hitch Towing Capacity - 1225 lb / 555.7 kg
Braked Trailer Towing Capacity - 1,786 lbs / 810 kg


INSTRUMENTATION

Digital Gauge, Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Tripmeter, Hourmeter, Clock, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, Hi Temperature / Low Battery lights, DC Outlet


COLORS

Your Sportsman 500 H.O. is available in Indy Red and Sage Green.


PRICE

MSRP (US$) - $5,999

Price shown is the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) and is subject to change. MSRP excludes applicable taxes, title, registration, license, and documentary, installation, setup and destination fees.
Contact us for specific pricing information.

 

 
 
 
 


REVIEWS      

 


On
the official Polaris site  you can look into customer reviews of the Sportsman 500 H.O.

 

 
 
 

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