

Two 27-watt low-beam lights are still grille-mounted, and a 60-watt pod headlight serves as the primary source of light, all of which use multi-reflector lenses.
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It comes with standard front and rear fenders, hand grips and handlebars, full floorboards, a full-length skid plate, and a CV boot cover. Exterior– It consists of a steel frame and plastic body material available in red, olive green, and Mossy Oak camo for the RSE trim.Tow capacity using a hitch is 1,225 lbs and 1,786 lbs with a brakeless trailer, while tongue weight capacity is 35 lbs.
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GVWR is approximately 1,200 lbs – a combination of 730-lb (331.1 Kg) curb weight, a total combined rack capacity of 270 lbs (122.5 Kg), plus passengers. The dry weight is 697 lbs (316.2 Kg), and the seat height is 34 inches. The minimum ground clearance (unloaded) is 11 inches, and the wheelbase is 50.5 inches. Dimensions– The overall vehicle dimensions of the quad are 85 x 46 x 47 inches (2,159 x 1,168 x 1,194 mm – L x W x H).The overall turning radius of 5.41 feet (165 cm) complements this and is especially handy when traversing wooded trails and rocky surfaces. Suspension– An independent MacPherson strut front suspension with 6.25 inches (158.75 mm) of travel and an independent progressive-rate rear suspension with an anti-roll bar, dual shock absorbers, and 9.5 inches (241.3 mm) of travel lends to the superb handling of the 2000 Polaris Sportsman 500 4×4.The EBS takes effect when the one-way sprag clutch’s rotational speed exceeds the engine speed and drive clutch, making for an added safety feature. The disc brake system consists of the brake lever, master cylinder, hydraulic hose, slave-cylinder brake calipers, 7-mm brake pads, and 3.8- to 4.1-mm front hydraulic disc brakes. Tires & Brakes– Front and rear steel wheels are equipped with 25 X 8-10 tires and 22 X 11-10 tires, respectively.It has a triple-phase output alternator charging system with a rated output of 250 w 3,000 RPM and powered by a 12V, 190-CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) 2000 Polaris Sportsman 500 battery with dimensions of 5.31 x 3.50 x 6.94 inches (L x W x H).

Ignition– It has a solid-state CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition) electric start system with an auxiliary recoil starter.The right handlebar contains the AWD (All Wheel Drive) and ETC switches – the latter responsible for disabling the vehicle in the event of a problem in the throttle mechanism. Its gearshift is left-foot-operated, and the air-intake tube is at the rear of the vehicle’s front fender. Drivetrain– A dual-range Polaris Variable Transmission (inclusive of reverse) with fixed-sheave EBS handles power delivered by a direct rear driveshaft with a Hilliard-type clutch assembly(view on Amazon).High-performance synthetic motor oils without molybdenum additives aid in the optimal performance of your quad, on top of protection against rust and corrosion. Make sure that it has an API classification of SJ or higher and meets manufacturer specifications. Use SAE 10W-40 Polaris Premium 4 Synthetic four-stroke engine oil or its equivalent for best results. Lubrication– Oil capacity is 2 US quarts/1.89 liters.Fuel tank capacity is 5.25 US gallons/19.87 liters of regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum PON of 87 – similar to the previous year’s model. The maximum power output is 32 HP (23.9 kW or 18 WHP). Engine displacement is 498 cm3 (30.45 in3) delivered by a Mikuni CV BST34 carburetor. It has a bore-stroke ratio of 92 x 75 mm (3.622 x 2.953 inches). Engine– The 2000 Polaris Sportsman 500 uses a four-stroke, liquid-cooled single-cylinder SOHC engine.

The Sportsman 500 was so well-loved, despite some minor flaws such as the lack of power steering, clutching, and power. Riders appreciated that the machine was forgiving to the less experienced but still challenging enough for skilled pros. As time passed, the public grew fonder of the mid-sized beast that was extremely dependable both as a workhorse and a weekend warrior.
