Polaris Sportsman 500 Touring H.O.: review, history, specs

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Polaris Sportsman 500 Touring H.O.
Manufacturer
Production 2010
Class ATV
Engine
4-Stroke Single Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, High Output
Fuel System Carburetor
Transmission Gear box: Automatic PVT H/L/N/R/P

Final Drive: Shaft, On-Demand True AWD/2WD

Clutch: Automatic
Suspension Front: MacPherson Strut With 8.2-inch (20.8 cm) Travel
Rear: Dual A-Arm, IRS 8.75-inch (22.2 cm) Travel
Brakes Front: Single Lever 4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc
Rear: Hydraulic Rear Foot Brake
Front Tire 25 x 8-12; 489
Rear Tire 25 x 10-12; 489
Wheelbase 57.01 inches (1448 mm)
Length 85.98 inches (2184 mm)
Width 47.99 inches (1219 mm)
Seat Height 33.7 inches (856 mm)
Weight 336.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual


The Polaris Sportsman 500 Touring H.O. was a 4-Stroke Single Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, High Output ATV produced by Polaris in 2010.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a Automatic PVT H/L/N/R/P transmission. Power was moderated via the Automatic.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 25 x 8-12; 489 front tire and a 25 x 10-12; 489 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single Lever 4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc in the front and a Hydraulic Rear Foot Brake in the rear. The front suspension was a MacPherson Strut With 8.2-inch (20.8 cm) Travel while the rear was equipped with a Dual A-Arm, IRS 8.75-inch (22.2 cm) Travel. The wheelbase was 57.01 inches (1448 mm) long.

2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 Touring H.O.[edit | edit source]

2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 Touring H.O. 2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 Touring H.O.

Witha carbureted high-output engine, the 2009 Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O. has been engineered to deliver dependable performance in the toughest situations. This middleweight ATV can carry rider, passenger and a hefty load of tools or gear across rough terrain and help you get the job done. Even more, Lock & Ride accessories are available to expand versatility and the ease of use.

With on-demand AWD requiring no user intervention and engine braking life aboard this machine is easier and safer, as the rider can now focus more on steering worrying less about other things. Automatic transmission offers easy, no-brainer operation even for less experienced riders, with predictable power deployment for a reassuring feeling. A large removable front storage box is standard, adding even more convenience to this ATV, for more pleasurable rides and even when work needs to be done.