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.

What happens to the clutch on a Polaris Sportsman?

The clutches when they start to fail will do some strange things. Also, you MUST adjust the valves if you want your motor to last. The valves get tight because they recede into the head from wear, you lose your clearance and put excessive load on your cam lobes.

What should I do if my Polaris Cam goes out?

Pull the front plastic the gas tank and take off the valve cover. I’ll bet you the cams worn out. Took me about 10 to 15 mins to get the front plastic and the gas tank out. Talked to the polaris dealer a few days ago and he’s pretty sure it’s a cam going out. He guessed it would be around $800 parts and labor.

Why does my Polaris Sportsman make a hollow sound?

Throughout the entire rpm range a hollow sound is made. It sounds like when I start my Honda without the air filter on. It has a near identical sound. It just feels like it doesn’t have the power at the upper rpm levels.

What to do if your bike Idles but bogs with throttle?

I will look during tomorrow times. If it idles fine but it bogs down with throttle, your high speed gas jet is probably clogged. Clean your carb and spray carb cleaner in all small passages, make sure air can flow through all ports no matter how small. Put it back together and it should run great.

Why is my 2 stroke bogging on first start?

The choke creates a richer air/fuel mixture to be able to idle on first start up. Leaving it on will essentially give you the same result as rich jetting, making it run poorly and sputter or bog.

What to do if your Polaris Sportsman 500 dies?

Symptoms can get severe to where the carb would only run with the choke on/off or with carb cleaner sprayed down its throat. Some would often jump into replacing bolts, bushings, and the rubber diaphragm at the first sign of a carb problem. They would often forget about giving it a new carb kit when cleaning it out.

Why does my sportsman 500 cut out at half throttle?

A few days ago our 2000 Sportsman 500 started cutting out at about half throttle. Throughout the entire rpm range a hollow sound is made. It sounds like when I start my Honda without the air filter on. It has a near identical sound. It just feels like it doesn’t have the power at the upper rpm levels.

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.

Why does my Polaris ATV run out of gas?

It acts like it runs out of gas OR the spark fails. I put a new fuel filter, fuel pump, and nice fresh gas on it. I seen on the polaris site that the spark plug cap can be bought apart from the coil. Could it possibly be a coil problem?

Why is the magneto on my Polaris ATV not working?

A mechanic said it could be the stator getting hot but as I only have 325 hours on it and bought it new I can’t see how the magneto could be bad so soon. The only thing I can think of is that the plug cap might of got jerked on making it lose spark after it gets bumped around awhile. Or that the coil is failing.

Why does my Polaris Pro rider keep popping?

No surging, no hick-ups. When you rev it, it blows. It sputters, backfires, pops..you name it. Not so much sitting still but every time when under load. And it’s probably from 1/4 throttle all the way up. At WOT after a few seconds, it seems to clear out and then it screams but if I keep it there too long, it wants to start stalling out on me.

Why does my Ranger 700 keep bogging down?

I have a 08 Ranger 700 XP. recently is has started bogging down, it seems the more I push on the throttle the worse it gets. if I let off a little it will pick up some and do a little better. Any suggestions on what this problem could be? *1) Check the fuel pump ….. it should be putting out 39psi.

How do you test the TPS on a Polaris Ranger?

The only way to test the TPS is to use the tool Polaris designed to test it, or back-probe the yellow wire at the connector with a multi-meter and watch the voltage as you run up the throttle. It should climb smoothly, not erratically. Its hard to do as the numbers on the multi-meter will run up quickly.

What happens when a Polaris TPS goes bad?

If the TPS goes bad it can make the machine run erratically, or cause a hesitation at certain rpms. The only way to test the TPS is to use the tool Polaris designed to test it, or back-probe the yellow wire at the connector with a multi-meter and watch the voltage as you run up the throttle. It should climb smoothly, not erratically.

What causes a Polaris Ranger engine to bog down?

It senses air temp and barometric pressure, and sends a signal to the ECU so that the ECU can adjust the fuel accordingly. Most of the time when there is an issue with the TBAP it is due to broken/bare wires, or occasionally dirt on the TBAP.

Why is my Polaris cutting out at 1 / 2 throttle?

I had the same problem last year it was running great and started to cut in and out at 1/2 throttle. I messed with jets and cleaned the carb. By accident I bumped the positive lead on the battery and noticed it moved. Problem was solved. I quess it was getting enough juice to start but not when the rpms went up.

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 .

How many ounces of gas do you need for a sportsman?

If I remember correctly, it should only be about one ounce per gallon, so only 3-4 ounces are needed. Nope, its doing the same thing mine done. Ill bet the exhaust lobe on your cam shaft is worn out. Pull the front plastic the gas tank and take off the valve cover. I’ll bet you the cams worn out.

Why does my Polaris Sportsman 500 die when accelerating?

Identifying why your Polaris Sportsman 500 dies when accelerating can be tricky and should not be confused with other known issues for the quad. Some of these common problems include the vehicle not turning over, engine not starting, machine backfiring, stalling, misfiring, and the Sportsman overheating.

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.

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 was the problem with the cams on the Polaris 500?

The cams in the 425s and 500s of that era had a problem with the oil journals in them. The result was excessive wear to the lobes. I have replaced many of these cams, and the new design has extra oil journals and they are larger.

Can a Polaris Sportsman run with a choke on?

2000ish Polaris Sportsman 500, 4-stroke. It had been put up for a while ( a few months), it wouldn’t start when i went to get it out. Finally got it started with starter fluid and it’d only idle with the choke on, choke off it’ll run, but pops, doesn’t run well and won’t idle.

How long does a Polaris ATV run before it dies?

It runs about 10 minutes, dies. The really weird part is that if you let it sit about 5 minutes it starts right back up again and runs great again. That is until it dies again.

When did the Polaris Sportsman 400 come out?

2002 Polaris sportsman 400 bogs and sputters when giving it… 2002 Polaris sportsman 400 bogs…

What’s the idle level on a Polaris Sportsman 500?

I heard the idle decrease just a few rpm, I pushed harder and then whoops the idle sunk to correct level 1180 rpm and stayed there also when I stopped pushing on the wheel. So the stop screw was too high. Now, in Polaris workshop manuals there are plenty of warnings about adjusting the stop screw yourself.

Is the ignition off on a Polaris Sportsman?

Battery with ignition off is 12.31 ignition on 12.20 bike idling 12.9 and climbing spark plug tip has a brown white tent to it it will idle fine but will hick up every now and then if u give it gas it will sputter then die

What makes a Polaris Sportsman 400 Bogg and sputter?

The yellow wires coming out of the stator disconnected from the rectifier battery shows 12.3 running on idle shows 12.2 and will idle but same symptoms Boggs out and won’t clear up Yea I’ve checked the air box and no leaks filter seems pretty clean and makes no difference on or off

How much does it cost to get a Polaris cam out?

Took me about 10 to 15 mins to get the front plastic and the gas tank out. Talked to the polaris dealer a few days ago and he’s pretty sure it’s a cam going out. He guessed it would be around $800 parts and labor.

What to do if your Polaris has HIGH idle?

Thanks guy for the advice! If you are running an open air filter you definetly need to get that air/fuel screw cap off and adjust it. You should porbably get a bigger pilot jet as well. I ran a 50 pilot on the stock carb with an open air filter and it ran great.

Why is my snowmobile engine bogging down?

I have not messed with the carbs or anything for at least two years. but the way the engine is responding to the throttle reminds me of what it feels like if you leave the choke on while riding. It almost feels like the engine is flooding.

When did my Polaris 500 start to bog out?

As soon as I connect a tool for … read more I have a 1996 polaris 500 Indy carbed sled. It has a bog that I have a 1996 polaris 500 Indy carbed sled. It has a bog that we can not get rid of. There is no power to move the track. It bogs down before the clutch engages.

Do you have a 1996 Polaris 500 carbed sled?

It has a bog that I have a 1996 polaris 500 Indy carbed sled. It has a bog that we can not get rid of. There is no power to move the track. It bogs down before the clutch engages. We have replaced the spark plugs, belt … read more I have a 500 Indy Polaris, 1996. Had it running all fall ready I have a 500 Indy Polaris, 1996.

Can a 1996 Polaris XLT 600 Triple special work?

Hi, I have a 1996 polaris XLT 600 triple special and I am in… Hi, I have a 1996… Hi, I have a 1996 polaris XLT 600 triple special and I am in a world of confusion. The snowmobile is an EXTREMELY hard start (even when warm) and it’s because the MAG side cylinder will not work.

What was the damage to a 1994 Polaris Sportsman?

The front drive sprocket enclosed bearing blew when driving with 2 people up a steep hill in 4wd low, the back disc brake calipers are broken (hit a rock and busted the mounts, need to reweld them), the electrical is no longer working (HELP!), and the rear swingarm is busted (broke one of the hinges).

When did the Polaris Sportsman 400l come out?

In ’94, there were several 400 models. There was the 400L 2X4, the 400L 4X4, and the Sportsman 4X4. The 400L models had the older Trail Boss/Magnum style body and the Sportsman was a new body that evolved over the next few years and was characterized by the unique headlight/instrument pod.

What causes popping and hesitating on Polaris Pro riders?

That kind of popping/backfiring. You know how if it’s advanced too far it starts real hard and rough but will rev to the moon, but if it’s retarded too much, it starts super fine but sputters and bucks and spits and kicks. Would a sheered woodruff key put off symptoms like this?

What kind of oil seal does a Polaris ATV use?

Polaris ATV 2 cycle Oil Seal Set for 400 2-stroke. Wiseco Piston for Polaris 400cc 2 stroke. Std size. Piston Kit. Standard Size. Fits many Polaris 400 models. Connecting Rod. Fits many Polaris 350 & 400 models. Water Pump Bearing for Polaris 400cc 2-cycle ATVs. Replaces 3084183 Polaris Front Wheel Bearing Kit with Seals. Many 87-09 Polaris ATVs

It runs about 10 minutes, dies. The really weird part is that if you let it sit about 5 minutes it starts right back up again and runs great again. That is until it dies again.

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.

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