How does a 2005 Polaris Sportsman 500 work?

The motor starts and runs idle just fine but the second I throttle up the RPMs rise a bit and then a rough … read more Yamaha,Suzuki,Polaris Tec… I have a 2005 Polaris sportsman 500 HO. Starts fine, however I have a 2005 Polaris sportsman 500 HO. Starts fine, however when you press the throttle it bogs down or quits.

Why is my Polaris Sportsman 500 overheating?

If the Sportsman 500 engine is overheating, it may be that there is debris stuck in the screen. The debris must be removed prior to further operation. It is also possible that the radiator is plugged. An owner can take care of this by using a garden hose to wash debris from the radiator fins.

Why does my Yamaha sportsman 500 not start?

I have a 2008 Polaris 500 HO Sportsman, but theXXXXXis not working. The machine is like new, so it is probably electronic. All fuses are … read more Yamaha,Suzuki,Polaris Tec… I have a 97 polaris sportsman 500 It will start and idle, but when given throttle, it misses and backfires through carb.

Are there any issues with the Polaris Sportsman?

But as with anything mechanical, there have been some issues that have come to the surface, and there was a run of Sportsman 600’s and 700’s from 2002 to mid-2004 that were plagued with electrical problems and failure of the ignition system was a matter of when, not if.

Why is my Polaris Sportsman bogging down on the road?

I just bought a used 500 1998 model with no history.After cleaning carb and new plug it starts and idles fine. On the road when you hit 15 mph it just looses power. It doesn’t slow down but just acts like it is in too high of gear.

Is the motor on my Polaris Sportsman still working?

Did an oil/filter change, had a little metal on the magnet, that happened at 8000mi, I sold the ATV w/15000mi. on and it’s still running. If you service the motors on your Polaris you’ll find that their the best part of the mach.. The clutches when they start to fail will do some strange things.

What should I do if I give my Polaris 500 gas?

Re: Polaris 500, starts fine but when you give it gas is… Check the exhaust lobe on the cam. these are prone to wear if oil changes are neglected. try to run it with the airbox lid removed and see if there is any change. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address.

What should I do about my sportsman 500?

Check the exhaust lobe on the cam. these are prone to wear if oil changes are neglected. try to run it with the airbox lid removed and see if there is any change. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. Trying to find answers to codes on my 2008 Sportsman 500 EFI HUD and fuel gauge flash ; codes count as 1-3-6-1 .

What does too low idle mean on a Polaris scrambler?

2004-2005 Polaris Scrambler ATV 500 idle too low, too high or idling erratic refers to then the all-terrain vehicle’s engine runs too slowly while disconnected from a load or out of gear, to fast or inconsistent. This article discuss the many causes to why a 2004 or 2005 Polaris Scrambler experiences low idle, high idle or idles erratically.

Can a Yamaha sportsman 500 start and idle?

Yamaha,Suzuki,Polaris Tec… I have a 97 polaris sportsman 500 It will start and idle, but when given throttle, it misses and backfires through carb. Have gone through fuel system. Have eliminated ETC.

Why does my Polaris ATV idle but die with throttle?

I pulled my fuel line to the carb and started it, when I gave it throttle it pumped more gas so I know it has gas to the carb. It seemed to run the same with the line pulled, until the remaining gas in the carb ran out. That makes me think it’s a fuel issue with the carb.

What’s the problem with my Polaris Sportsman 500?

I have a 2005 Polaris sportsman 500 HO. Starts fine, however I have a 2005 Polaris sportsman 500 HO. Starts fine, however when you press the throttle it bogs down or quits. What could be the cause?

What kind of fuel does a Polaris Sportsman use?

I have a polaris sportsman 500 4×4 which cuts out at higher throttle speeds. I have eleminated fuel being the cuase polaris sportsman 500 4×4 which cuts out at higher throttle speeds. I have two Polaris 570 sportsman quads. I was riding one Hi, I have two Polaris 570 sportsman quads.

Why does my Polaris ATV run so great?

Lol. Check your exhaust, runs great till you get too much back pressure from a plugged muffler or exhaust pipe could be kinked or bent. Too much pressure will not let enough fuel enter the cylinder and it will not have enough power to get out of its own way.

What to do if your Polaris bike won’t start?

Just spray a small amount on the coil, then try to start the bike. If it starts, then problem solved. If it doesn’t start, then it means more troubleshooting. Good luck! Check the fuel tank vent hose to see if it is plugged or kinked.

When did the Polaris Sportsman 500 EFI come out?

I bought a used Polaris Sportsman 500 EFI year 2007 in November 2011. It only had 6 hours on the meter an had obviously been sitting a lot. After i had run it for a few hours i started to have problems with the idle. The problems can be divided into three.

Why does my Polaris Sportsman 500 not idle?

The problems can be divided into three. 1. Sometimes the machine did not want to idle at all. It died when i released the throttle, sometimes this happened immediately or after a few seconds of idle. 2. Sometimes the idle stuck at around 1600 rpm and did not come down to correct level about 1140 rpm. 3.

Is there a problem with the stop screw on Polaris Sportsman 500?

Its worth to mention that i know of one other identical machine and year (Polaris Sportsman 500 EFI year 2007) that had the same problem with the stop screw, so maybe this is a common problem of that model and year. Thanks for advices i got in this forum during the process!

What kind of fuel does a sportsman 500 use?

I have a polaris sportsman 500 4×4 which cuts out at higher throttle speeds. I have eleminated fuel being the cuase polaris sportsman 500 4×4 which cuts out at higher throttle speeds.

What kind of car is the Polaris Sportsman?

I have a 97 polaris sportsman 500 It will start and idle, but when given throttle, it misses and backfires through carb. Have gone through fuel system. Have eliminated ETC. Suspect something to do wit … read more I have a polaris sportsman 450. It has about 500 miles on I have a polaris sportsman 450.

Is the Sportsman 500 ho hard to shift?

My sportsman 500 ho is very hard to shift. It gets stuck in gear, not just reverse. Can I fix the problem the same way as below? Clicking this will make more experts see the question and we will remind you when it gets answered.

Why is my override switch not working on my sportsman 500?

If the throttle cable is not adjusted properly, the contacts close and cause the problem. There are adjustments just off the throttle housing and at the carburetor. Adjust the cable so that the throttle lever has 1/16th to 1/8th inch of freeplay.

Is there a reverse overide mod for Polaris Sportsman?

This mod will give you 4wd and full power when in reverse without having to push the override button. This is for all Polaris Sportsman models with the new style Speedo (2003) and Sp700, 02. Continue down below for pre 03 model instructions.

What kind of ATV is the Polaris Sportsman 550?

The 2011 Polaris Sportsman 550 EPS LE is a quad designed for those who want the best equipment trim, even if their ATV is not the biggest out there. And knowing that Polaris are making no compromise, regardless of a machine’s displacement, this half-liter beast is sure to deliver great fun and impeccable performance.

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