2006 John Deere Buck 500

2006 John Deere Buck 500 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Utility
MSRP
$6,999
Warranty
6
Insurance
Generic Type (Primary)
Utility
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2004
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
John Deere
Display Name
Buck 500
Year
2006
Make
John Deere
Engine Brand Name
4-TEC™ Rotax™
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder
Cylinders
1
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
22.1 / 30
Torque RPM
3000
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
2
Valves Per Cylinder
2
Valve Configuration
SOHC
Bore (mm/in)
89 / 3.51
Stroke (mm/in)
80 / 3.15
Displacement (cc/ci)
498 / 30.4
Compression Ratio
9.0:1
Starter
Electric / Pull
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Mikuni
Fuel Injector
No
Carburetor
Yes
Number Of Carburetors
1
Carburetor Size (mm)
33
Carburetion Type
Carburetor
Transmission Type
Manual / Automatic Clutch
Number Of Speeds
5
Primary Drive (Front Wheel)
Shaft
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Gear
Reverse
Yes
Hi / Low Range
Yes
Wheels Composition
Steel
Front Wheel Width (in)
6.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
8
Front Tire Diameter (in)
25
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
26
Chromed
No
Tire Brand
Carlisle
Front Tire Width
8
Front Wheel Diameter
12
Rear Tire Width
10
Rear Wheel Diameter
12
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Carlisle Trail Wolf 25 X 8-12
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Carlisle Trail Wolf 26 X 10-12
Front Brake Type
Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Front Suspension Type
Independent Double A-Arm
Front Travel (in/mm)
7 / 178
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Rigid
Rear Travel (in/mm)
7.5 / 190.5
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
No
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Type
Manual
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7
Width (in/mm)
47 / 1194
Height (in/mm)
45 / 1143
Wheelbase (in/mm)
51 / 1295
Turning Radius (ft)
7
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
7.4 / 188
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
0
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
760 / 345
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)
485 / 220
Towing Capacity (lbs/kgs)
1100 / 499
GVWR (lbs/kgs)
1200 / 545
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5.3 / 20
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
1.6 / 6
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.66
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
37 / 945
Number Of Seats
1
Frame
Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Floor Board Location
Driver
Hand Grips
Standard
Light Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Front Bumper
Standard
Rear Bumper
Standard
Front Fender Flairs
Standard
Rear Fender Flairs
Standard
A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear)
No
Bash Plate (Front)
Yes
Swing Arm Skid Plate
No
Trip Odometer
Standard
Oil Pressure Gauge
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Hour Meter
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Months/Condition)
6 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Tongue Weight (lbs/kgs)
30 / 14
Rear Hitch Type
Receiver
Tow Hook
Standard
Driveline Type
4X4
Number Of Driveline Modes
1
Rear Unlocking Differential
No
Rear Solid Axle
Yes
Limited Slip Differential Location
Front
Differential Lock Location
Front
Differential Lock Brand
ViscoLok
Power Outlet
Standard
Capacity (lbs/kgs)
90 / 41
Fender Storage
Standard
Helmet Storage
Standard
Glove Box / Dash Storage
Standard
Front Storage Well
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Metallic
No
User Reviews
6 reviews
  • Parts
    By Del (I am an Owner) on Oct 03, 2019

    I(TM)m looking for parts for my Buck. I can(TM)t get parts anymore through the mechanics that work on it. They say it(TM)s too old. The part I(TM)m most interested in is the box on the handlebars that tells the machine to shift. I appreciate all the help I can get

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  • Winch for John Deere 500
    By Dan Vaughn (I am an Owner) on Aug 29, 2019

    I have a John Deere winch

    Email at chloe7417@gmail.com and I will send pictures

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  • John Deer 500 series
    By Joshua (I am an Owner) on Aug 22, 2017

    About this about a year ago from an elderly man. He did a great job and keeping it well maintained. Anyways I was looking to see what it was work today and different kind of reviews and so far I've only seen good and great or excellent so I'm pretty happy with my purchase not to mention that I've ...

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  • Winch and mount John Deere buck 2006
    By Taylor (I am an Owner) on Jan 30, 2016

    Does any one have a winch for the 2006 JD buck 500 and winch mount, if so, what kind? I'm having a hard time finding one

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  • Better than the rest
    By Cassidy Keller (I am an Owner) on Jan 26, 2016

    I have owned 2 for years and I have ridden and owned other brands and none can stand up to the power and dependability of the John Deere. I have used on the farm and on joyrides and on hardcore badlands rides and NEVER have I had an issue. I have buried it in mud to the seat and drive out of it. ...

    If you have a chance to buy one DO IT AND YOU WILL NEVER REGRET IT.

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  • John Deere Buck 500 4-wheeler
    By John L. Swindle (I am an Owner) on Aug 28, 2014

    I've owned this JD Buck since new in 2006. It is lots of fun for myself and grand children. Always dependable, great on gas and gets all kinds of commendable comments from all that see it at home, on group rides. It's just another great John Deere product. If you've ever owned a John Deere then, ...

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