2008 SPORTSMAN 500 EFI TOURING
2008 Sportsman 500 EFI Touring

Features
  • Dual Cupholders
  • Vibration-Isolating Handholds
  • Ultra-Comfortable Seal and Backrest
  • Versatrack Turf Mode
  • Rolled Independent rear suspension
  • Available painted finish
  • All new active decent control
  • On-demand AWD
  • Vibration-Isolating Footrests
Specs
Engine Type
Engine 4-stroke
Displacement 499 cc
Carburetion 39mm Throttle Body, EFI
Cooling Liquid
Starting Electric w/recoil back-up
Drivetrain
Final Drive Shaft
Transmission P/R/N/L/H
Drive System Automatic PVT Turf/ 2WD/AWD/ADC with ADC
EBS (Engine Braking System) Standard
Active Descent Control Standard
Suspension
Front Suspension MacPherson strut with 8.2"/20.8cm travel in/cm
Rear Suspension Fully independent, progressive rate with anti-roll bar; 8.75"/22.2cm travel in/cm
Brakes
Front Brakes Single-lever hydraulic disc
Rear Brakes Hydraulic rear foot brake
Tires/Wheels
Front Tires 25x8-12; 489
Rear Tires 25x11-10; 489
Wheels Cast Aluminum or Stamped Steel
Dimensions/Capacities
Wheelbase 57/144.8 in/cm
Dry Weight 770 lb/349.3 kg.
Length/Width/Height 86 in, 218.4 cm / 48 in, 121.9 cm / 48 in, 121.9 cm
Seat Height 34/86.4 in/cm
Ground Clearance 11/27.9 in/cm
Fuel Capacity 6 / 22.7 U.S. gallons/L
Front-Rack Capacity 90/40.8 lbs/kg
Rear-Rack Capacity 180/81.6 lbs/kg
Hitch Std Receiver
Hitch Towing Capacity 1225/555.7 lbs/kg
Braked Trailer Towing Capacity 1,995/905 lbs/kg
Instrumentation
  Digital Gauge, Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Tripmeter, Hourmeter, Clock, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, Hi Temp/Low Batt lights, DC Outlet.
Colors
  Stealth Black, Boardwalk Blue, Indy Red
MSRP
MSRP (US$) Standard: $7,699
Polaris ATVs with engine sizes larger than 90cc may not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age. ATVs with 89cc engines may not be ridden by anyone under 12 years of age. ATVs with 49cc engines may not be ridden by anyone under 6 years of age. All riders under 16 should ride with adult supervision. All riders should take a safety course. For safety and training information, see your dealer or call 1-800-342-3764. ATVs can be hazardous to operate. For your safety, always wear a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing. Never ride on public roads, always avoid paved surfaces. Never carry passengers, except on the Sportsman X2 in 2-Up mode. Never engage in stunt driving. Riding and alcohol/drugs don’t mix. Avoid excessive speeds. Be particularly careful on difficult terrain. Remember, ATV riding is more fun when you play by the rules. All ATVs in action photography ridden by professional drivers in designated off-road areas.
 
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