Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS: review, history, specs

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Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS
Manufacturer
Production 2012 - 2013
Class ATV
Engine
4-Stroke SOHC Twin Cylinder, liquid-cooled
Fuel System Electronic Fuel injection
Transmission Gear box: Automatic PVT H/L/N/R/P

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

Clutch: Automatic
Suspension Front: Dual A-Arm 9-inch (22.9 cm) Travel
Rear: Dual A-Arm, Rolled 10.25-inch (26 cm) Travel
Brakes Front: Single Lever 4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc
Rear: Hydraulic Rear Foot Brake
Front Tire 26 x 8-14; 489 II
Rear Tire 26 x 10-14; 489 II
Wheelbase 52.99 inches (1346 mm)
Length 83.19 inches (2113 mm)
Width 47.6 inches (1209 mm)
Seat Height 37.01 inches (940 mm)
Weight 344.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual


The Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS was a 4-Stroke SOHC Twin Cylinder, liquid-cooled ATV produced by Polaris between 2012 and 2013.

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 26 x 8-14; 489 II front tire and a 26 x 10-14; 489 II 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 Dual A-Arm 9-inch (22.9 cm) Travel while the rear was equipped with a Dual A-Arm, Rolled 10.25-inch (26 cm) Travel. The wheelbase was 52.99 inches (1346 mm) long.

2012 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS[edit | edit source]

2012 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS 2012 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS 2012 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS

The 2012 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS is an upgraded version of the base model, now offering all the goodness of a top-drawer Electronic Power Steering system engineered to enhance the riding experience and boost confidence even in tough situations. This ATV now boasts 30% more steering assistance than the competitors' systems and also sports a Variable Assist feature for easier steering at low speeds and better directional control.

Obstacles are easier to tackle with the on-demand AWD, while engine braking and active control descent systems make riding the 2011 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS safe and fun, no matter how rough the terrain and steep the gradient. With a huge rack loading capacity and extensive array of tie-down points, this ATV can help you carry out difficult outdoor chores, but it can also double as a great adventure machine for explorations far from the main roads, allowing you to haul quite a lot of gear.


2013 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS[edit | edit source]

2013 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS 2013 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS 2013 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS

The 2012 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS is the natural upgrade of the base model, now boasting the top-drawer Electronic Power Steering system, created to enhance the riding experience and boost confidence even in tough situations. The EPS offers 30% more assistance than the competitors' systems and also sports a Variable Assist feature for easier steering at low speeds.

This quad retains the solid 77 HP EFI engine, and other premier features, such as on-demand AWD, engine braking and active control descent systems to make riding the 2012 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS safe and fun no matter how rough the terrain.

With huge rack loading capacity and extensive array of tie-down points, this ATV can help you carry out difficult outdoor chores, but it can also double as a great adventure machine for explorations far from the main roads.