What was the first year of the Polaris Sportsman 500?
The Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O. was a 4-Stroke Single Cylinder, Liquid-cooled ATV produced by Polaris between 2006 and 2013.
What are the common problems with a Polaris Sportsman 500?
Eventually tie rod ends, axle CV joints, suspension bushings, starter (bendix gears usually), AWD hubs and clutches just plain wear out, or fail and simply need repair or replacement. Along with most every other brand of quad out there… even Honda’s. Maintenance and/or Preventative Maintenance is key to maintaining anything!!
Why does my Polaris Sportsman die when accelerating?
Insufficient fuel may be a cause of your Polaris Sportsman dying when accelerating. If you suspect this, refill the gas tank and ensure that you turn the cycle key on at least three times before restarting the engine. Additionally, check that the fuel is not set to “reserve.”
When did the Polaris Sportsman 700 come out?
The thing is, those ATVs in the majority of cases are mechanically sound. They have a lot of years left in them. These issues covered a broad range of Polaris ATVs. Starting with the 1992 Polaris 400L right up to the 2006 Sportsman 700. That is quite a large selection and Polaris has sold hundreds of thousands.
Can a stator be replaced on a Polaris Sportsman?
In the past, this was a very costly repair. Replacing the whole stator requires partial engine disassembly. This is quite a task for the home mechanic, so, your ATV most likely ended up in a repair shop or at a dealership. If you are a mechanic, it’s still a chore to repair this stator problem.
Eventually tie rod ends, axle CV joints, suspension bushings, starter (bendix gears usually), AWD hubs and clutches just plain wear out, or fail and simply need repair or replacement. Along with most every other brand of quad out there… even Honda’s. Maintenance and/or Preventative Maintenance is key to maintaining anything!!
How much is a 1996 Polaris Sportsman 500 worth?
It’s a 1996 (2013-1996 = 17 YEARS OLD!!!!) Even if it’s in “Mint” condition, technology has come a ways on these machines. NADA doesn’t even value them at that age and KBB lists a “Excellent Condition” 1996 Sportsman 500 4X4 (top of the line machine & value range for the year) at $1830…..
What kind of ATV did Polaris make in 1996?
It would be helpful to know what model it is as Polaris made both two and four-stroke models in ’96 in several displacements in both 2 and 4 wheel drive. A larger displacement 4X4 four-stroker in the condition you describe would perhaps be worth what has been mentioned.
When to replace the axles on a Polaris Sportsman?
Best to replace them when you see some cracking because if mud gets in then they are toast. Thecvman on eBay has good prices for quality axles. Check your intake tube to the carb and the carb boot to the motor for any air leaks as well with a can of carb cleaner for a surge.