Arctic Cat 500 Core: history, specs, pictures
| Arctic Cat 500 Core | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 2013 |
| Class | ATV |
| Engine | SOHC 4-stroke 4-valve, liquid-cooled |
| Bore / Stroke | 88.9mm x 88.9mm |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel injection |
| Transmission | Gear box: 2 / 4 WD + Diff Lock, reverse, hi/lo range Final Drive: Shaft |
| Suspension | Front: Double A-Arm Rear: Double A-Arm |
| Brakes | Front: Hydraulic Disc Rear: Hydraulic disc |
| Front Tire | 25x8-12 |
| Rear Tire | 25x11-12 |
| Wheelbase | 57.99 inches (1473 mm) |
| Length | 98.58 inches (2504 mm) |
| Width | 47.52 inches (1207 mm) |
| Weight | 326.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Arctic Cat 500 Core was a SOHC 4-stroke 4-valve, liquid-cooled ATV produced by Arctic Cat in 2013.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 88.9mm bore x 88.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 443.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 2 / 4 WD + Diff Lock, reverse, hi/lo range transmission. Power was moderated via the Automatic CVT.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 25x8-12 front tire and a 25x11-12 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Hydraulic Disc in the front and a Hydraulic disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Double A-Arm while the rear was equipped with a Double A-Arm. The wheelbase was 57.99 inches (1473 mm) long.
2013 Arctic Cat 500 Core[edit | edit source]
In case you're looking for a no-frills, dependable middleweight ATV, the 2013 Arctic Cat TRV 550 Core is one of the choices well worth checking out. It will prove to be a handy workhorse for the chores around the farm or house, allowing you to cover large areas regardless of how rough the trails might be, and it can also double as a fun, outdoor fun machine.
It retains all the great off-road character of the series, with a modern frame and independent suspensions complemented by a generous ground clearance and dual-ratio automatic transmission. Even more, switching between 2WD and 4WD takes just a flick of a switch, and the optimal power deployment for tight situations will allow safe passage over obstacles.
Engine braking helps descending steep gradients, while the loading capacity of the dual racks also make the 2013 Arctic Cat TRV 550 Core a perfect quad for longer trips into the wild.