2008 Polaris Sportsman 500 Efi Touring Specs, Top Speed, Horsepower, Price

ManufacturerPolaris
Model2008 Polaris Sportsman 500 Efi Touring
TypeSport ATV
FuelGasoline
TransmissionContinuously Variable
Drive4X2 or 4X4
Towing1225 lbs (555,7 kg)
Price7699
Years Made2008
Recommend Min. Age16
FactoryUSA
Engine TypeSingle-Cylinder
Cooling SystemLiquid cooled
Fuel TypeGasoline
No of Cylinders1
No of Valves4
Valve ConfigurationOHV
CombustionFuel Injected
StarterElectric and Pull
Compression Ratio0.41805555555555557
Displacement30.4 cu in (498,2 cc)
Engine StrokeFour Stroke
Stroke2.96 in (7,5 cm)
Bore3.62 in (9,2 cm)
Fuel Injector Size1,5 in (3,8 cm)
Fuel Capacity6 gal (22,7 l)
Transmission TypeContinuously Variable
Transmission ManufacturerPolaris Variable Transmission (PVT)
Primary Drive (Front Wheel)Shaft
Primary Drive (Engine and Transmission)Belt
ReverseYes
High-Low RangeYes
Driveline Type4X2 or 4X4
Driveline ManufacturerOn-Demand
No Of Driveline Modes2
Front Brake TypeHydraulic Disc
Rear Brake TypeHydraulic Disc
Front Suspension TypeMcPherson Strut
Rear Suspension TypeIndependent
Front Central Suspension StrutNo
Rear Suspension MaterialSteel
Steering TypeManual
Steering ControlHandlebar
Steering DamperNo
Wheels CompositionAluminum
Front Tire Diameter26 in (66,0 cm)
Rear Tire Diameter26 in (66,0 cm)
Front Tire Width8
Front Wheel Diameter12
Rear Tire Width11
Rear Wheel Diameter10
Front Tire26 X 8-12
Rear Tire26 X 11-10
Front Suspension Travel8.2 in (20,8 cm)
Rear Suspension Travel8.8 in (22,4 cm)
Rear Shock Qty2
LSD PositionRear
Seat TypeTwo-Piece
Seat MaterialVinyl
Seat PositionDriver and Passenger
Seat Height34 in (86,4 cm)
No Of Seats2
No Of Cupholders2
Backrest TypeDetachable
Backrest LocationPassenger
Floor Board LocationDriver and Passenger
Light TypeHalogen
Fuel Level Warning TypeGauge
Temperature Warning TypeLight
FrameSteel
Body MaterialComposite
Towing Capacity1225 lbs (555,7 kg)
Storage Capacity90 lbs (40,8 kg)
Length86,0 in (218,5 cm)
Width48 in (121,9 cm)
Height48 in (121,9 cm)
Wheelbase57 in (144,8 cm)
Ground Clearance11 in (27,9 cm)
Dry Weight770 lbs (349,3 kg)
Tongue Weight120 lbs (54,4 kg)
Fuel InjectorYes
CarburetorNo
Engine BrakingStandard
Rear Unlocking DifferentialNo
Rear Solid AxleNo
ChromedNo
Bash Plate (Front)Yes
Light GuardNo
Front FenderStandard
Rear FenderStandard
Front BumperStandard
Rear BumperStandard
Front Fender FlairsStandard
Rear Fender FlairsStandard
HeadlightStandard
Hand GripsStandard
Grab Rail or StrapStandard
Front Storage WellStandard
SpeedometerStandard
Hour MeterStandard
Radiator GuardNo
MetallicNo
Power OutletStandard
Backrest Logo PlateNo
Lumbar AdjustmentNo
ClockStandard
TachometerStandard
Digital InstrumentationStandard