I need to replace my Cam in my 2001 Sportsman 500. How do i determine if I have a 500 or 500 HO. VIN is 4XACH50A21A362362. Searched for a website. No luck. TIA
Strongly considering 2019 HL 850
Hello all.
I currently own a 2018 Can Am Renegade 570 Xmr. I'm looking for something bigger, but for mostly mud riding.
I'm concerned about no power steering offered on the 850, and it may be a deal breaker. It's even more of a concern given the machine's size and tires.
Secondly, I've read around about a pretty low top speed. I believe this is due to a hefty gear reduction on High. I get it's a mud quad, but even my 570 will to 100km/h. Why have such a significant gear reduction on high gear? I assume this can be changed?
It's a nice looking machine, but it will be a big purchase, so naturally, I'm going to gain as much information as possible to ensure it will be suitable.
Do these ATVs still have a pinion issue in 2019?
I'd be looking for, at best, a 5 year warranty. At least 2. Right from the dealer I'd have it outfitted with the following:
Heated grips, thumb
Winch
Mud strap
Hand guards
Front bumper from HL 1000
Any advice and/or information is appreciated!
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I currently own a 2018 Can Am Renegade 570 Xmr. I'm looking for something bigger, but for mostly mud riding.
I'm concerned about no power steering offered on the 850, and it may be a deal breaker. It's even more of a concern given the machine's size and tires.
Secondly, I've read around about a pretty low top speed. I believe this is due to a hefty gear reduction on High. I get it's a mud quad, but even my 570 will to 100km/h. Why have such a significant gear reduction on high gear? I assume this can be changed?
It's a nice looking machine, but it will be a big purchase, so naturally, I'm going to gain as much information as possible to ensure it will be suitable.
Do these ATVs still have a pinion issue in 2019?
I'd be looking for, at best, a 5 year warranty. At least 2. Right from the dealer I'd have it outfitted with the following:
Heated grips, thumb
Winch
Mud strap
Hand guards
Front bumper from HL 1000
Any advice and/or information is appreciated!
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mobil oil alternatives for 2012 polaris diesel ranger crew
hello everyone,
I'm located in haiti and its not easy finding polaris branded oils.
but there is a mobil oils company that sells all types of mobil oils.
is there an alternative for the polaris demand drive oil and angle drive oil?
thanks,
jose
I'm located in haiti and its not easy finding polaris branded oils.
but there is a mobil oils company that sells all types of mobil oils.
is there an alternative for the polaris demand drive oil and angle drive oil?
thanks,
jose
Secondary clutch
Hello and hi never had to ask for any help but I'm at my wits end I have a 2014 commander 1000 I've had the ol forsaken bolt back out of the secondary clutch and re ordered a new helix spring bolt and I can get everything together but the bolt that you use to spread the sheave to install the drive belt is super hard and the sheave dosent want to spread like its bound up and I have repeatedly taken it off made sure that everything was lined up helix holes etc but no luck is there something that need replaced inside the secondary that maybe I'm missing because of all the carnage that I'm not seeing any info is very appreciated if anyone else has run into this issue and thanks in advance
battery not holding a charge
Hello
I have a 2016 450 HO sportsman that will not hold a charge. Have installed a disconnect switch as a band aid with a battery maintenance charger. Looking to see if anyone has had a relay that has been found stuck or other situation that they have found to crate a constant power draw on the battery. No winch is on the machine or other powered equipment. Machine is a straight factory wired unit.
I have a 2016 450 HO sportsman that will not hold a charge. Have installed a disconnect switch as a band aid with a battery maintenance charger. Looking to see if anyone has had a relay that has been found stuck or other situation that they have found to crate a constant power draw on the battery. No winch is on the machine or other powered equipment. Machine is a straight factory wired unit.
New tire/wheel offset
Hey guys, new to the site and I bought a 2019 Sportsman 570 X2 yesterday. I purchased a set of Polaris rims and tires for it, rims are 14” aluminum and tires are the 26” pro armor attacks. I am not sure how determine offset, but it looks it is wrong to me, the rear tires stick out about 4” past the fenders on each side. I have not ridden the machine off road yet, but looks like it would cover you in dirt. Looking for some opinions from you gurus...see pic that I shot from a birds eye view.
Blown Front Diff
2015 Sportsman 1000XP. Front diff blew and needs to be rebuilt. Does the EPS need to be loosed in order to "unseat" it front the top of the differential? Ive got both axles off, drive line is off, bottom mounting bolts are out, as well as the bolts for the plate that holds the steering shaft in place. What else needs to come off in order to get the diff out?
27” or 28”
Is 27” or 28” tires to big for a stock 450
ATV Fender bags for Sportsman XP 1000 Touring
Hi all, forgive my stupid question, but I'm having trouble figuring out how to attach my two new Polaris New OEM Universal ATV Camo Fender Bag Storage Kit, Sportsman, 2204305....to my 2018 Sportsman XP 1000 Touring. No instructions were included with the bags. Anybody have any hints? Thank you.
https://www.amazon.com/Polaris-Fende.../dp/B079YW5L6K
https://www.amazon.com/Polaris-Fende.../dp/B079YW5L6K
Submit your ATV – January 2019 – Polaris ATV of the Month Contest!

Get Ready! The January 2019 Polaris ATV of the month contest is starting RIGHT NOW! This month we are looking for the best photo that features your Polaris ATV. So get out there, get creative, enjoy some safe riding and take some photos! We welcome everyone including vendors to participate. The winner of the contest is decided by you the community, so stick around for the voting process.
Voting will begin around January 15th, 2018 and run to the end of the month. Once the voting ends we will publish the winning photos on the front page and the winners will also receive:
- The photo must be posted in this thread.
- Only one picture will be allowed, so make it your best!
- You must be the owner of the Polaris ATV.
- Please include a description of your ATV with a list of all modifications and enhancements.
- You can only win once every 12 months
- PolarisATVForums Stickers
- Premium Membership
- $25 Amazon, Cabela's or Bass Pro Shop Gift Card. Your choice!
- Your bike will be featured on the home page of the site

