Have a 2013 sportsman 500 ho and recently had a problem with the main fuse blowing when I turned the key to start the rig. But I resolved that by changing the ignition out. It started fine for a few weeks than I went to start it today and it wouldn’t turn over. When I turned the key to start it the red/black wire coming out of the kill switch would smoke. The wire was also hot coming out of the ignition. Don’t know what to do about it. Any advice?
Ignition Issues
I have a 1999 Xplorer 300.
It will not run. I bought it not running.
When cranking over, it backfires out of the exhaust and intake.
Using a timing light, I noted timing mark on the flywheel is about 12 degrees past the stationary mark. This is done with the spark plug removed and grounded to the engine. It does give a healthy spark.
I have tested the mag coil, ignition coil and spark plug wire and all the ohm values are correct.
Is this normal for the timing to be retarded during cranking or is this an indication of a timing issue.
Thanks in advance for any input and advice.
Denny
It will not run. I bought it not running.
When cranking over, it backfires out of the exhaust and intake.
Using a timing light, I noted timing mark on the flywheel is about 12 degrees past the stationary mark. This is done with the spark plug removed and grounded to the engine. It does give a healthy spark.
I have tested the mag coil, ignition coil and spark plug wire and all the ohm values are correct.
Is this normal for the timing to be retarded during cranking or is this an indication of a timing issue.
Thanks in advance for any input and advice.
Denny
hadr shifting 2004 magnum 330
just rebuilt this quad this winter has been really well taken care of aside from poor oil change regiment.
she runs great but I noticed its difficult to shift into and out of all the gears. it will go in it just requires to much force. my 2001 xplorer is more or less effortless shifting. ive changed all the fluids w/ factory recommended Polaris oils. is there a specific lube that goes into the shifter unit im not aware of? anyone familiar w/ an issue like this? thanks
she runs great but I noticed its difficult to shift into and out of all the gears. it will go in it just requires to much force. my 2001 xplorer is more or less effortless shifting. ive changed all the fluids w/ factory recommended Polaris oils. is there a specific lube that goes into the shifter unit im not aware of? anyone familiar w/ an issue like this? thanks
Sway brace
Finally fixed the sway brace from moving to the right. It became a problem after I installed the 29" tires. I got a 1" washer and cut it into thirds. Centered up the brace and welded one on each side outside the mount brackets.
Steele Creek GNCC Women’s Race Report
Steele Creek served as round three of the 2019 AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series presented by Specialized, an AMA National Championship. It took place March 27 and 28 at the Steele Creek Campground. This race is also known for elevation change, with long uphill and downhill sections. It has plenty of elements that make it a traditional-style off road race.
No Spark
Hello! I recently bought my first four-wheeler from a guy online and he said it only needed a new stater put in and it should be good to go. I removed the old stater and installed the new one and now I can't even get a spark. Like I mentioned this is my first one and I don't know a whole lot about what I'm doing. I have a 1999 (I think) Scrambler 400 4x4. I would appreciate any suggestions to get this thing going. Thank you!
2″ lift kit installed
Last week I installed a 2" lift and a set of 29" takeoffs wheels and tire from a RZR. I was amazed this past weekend that I never took a hit on the skid plates. I ended up with just over 4" of lift with the kit and tires. I can actually see the full arch of the A frames now. Had no rubbing issues with the tall tires. Handling did change just a tad, but nothing drastic. By the end of the weekend it just felt like it always did. It's a good inexpensive, worth doing upgrade.
This is the lift kit I installed, it is very robust and easy to install.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ATV-2-SUSPE.../262637647262?
This is the lift kit I installed, it is very robust and easy to install.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ATV-2-SUSPE.../262637647262?
Newbie from St Louis!
Just wanted to say hi and that I'm excited to tear up some trails on my new to me 2006 Sportsman 800 EFI. I was in the used market and didn't plan on buying one this old, but it has very little miles, is in phenomenal shape, and was the best price in my area - see attached pic (pardon my garage that needs a major cleaning). I'll be digging around here looking for recommendations on maintenance/parts/etc. I do just about everything myself on cars and toys. I grew up riding atv's, but this is my first Polaris that I've owned. Cheers from STL!
Thomas Brown Takes Underground ATVMX National Win
The 2019 ATV Motocross National Championship (ATVMX), an AMA National Championship, headed to the state of Texas this past weekend for another highly anticipated round of racing at the Underground ATVMX National.
Thomas Brown Takes Underground ATVMX National Win
The 2019 ATV Motocross National Championship (ATVMX), an AMA National Championship, headed to the state of Texas this past weekend for another highly anticipated round of racing at the Underground ATVMX National.