2005 Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O.

2005 Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O. pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Utility
MSRP
$6,799
Dealers
Warranty
6
Insurance
Generic Type (Primary)
Utility
Manufacturer Country
USA
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Polaris
Display Name
Sportsman 500 H.O.
Year
2005
Make
Polaris
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder
Cylinders
1
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
OHV
Bore (mm/in)
92 / 3.62
Stroke (mm/in)
75 / 2.96
Displacement (cc/ci)
499 / 30.4
Compression Ratio
10:2
Starter
Electric / Pull
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Mikuni
Fuel Injector
No
Carburetor
Yes
Number Of Carburetors
1
Carburetor Size (mm)
40
Carburetion Type
Carburetor
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Shaft
Reverse
Yes
Transmission Brand
Polaris Variable Transmission (PVT)
Hi / Low Range
Yes
Wheels Composition
Steel
Front Tire Diameter (in)
26
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
26
Chromed
No
Tire Brand
Polaris PXT
Front Tire Width
8
Front Wheel Diameter
12
Rear Tire Width
11
Rear Wheel Diameter
12
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Polaris PXT 26 X 8-12
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Polaris PXT 26 X 11-12
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Engine Braking
Standard
Front Suspension Type
McPherson Strut
Front Travel (in/mm)
8.2 / 208
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Front Stabilizer Bar
No
Rear Suspension Type
Independent
Rear Travel (in/mm)
9.5 / 241
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Yes
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Type
Manual
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
6.75
Width (in/mm)
46 / 1168
Height (in/mm)
47 / 1194
Wheelbase (in/mm)
51 / 1295
Turning Radius (ft)
6.8
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
11.3 / 285.8
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
9
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
715 / 324.3
Towing Capacity (lbs/kgs)
1225 / 555.7
GVWR (lbs/kgs)
1200 / 544
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.8 / 18
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.7
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
34 / 864
Number Of Seats
1
Frame
Steel
Floor Board Location
Driver
Hand Grips
Standard
Light Guard
No
Radiator Guard
No
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Front Bumper
Standard
Rear Bumper
Standard
Front Fender Flairs
Standard
Rear Fender Flairs
Standard
Bash Plate (Front)
Yes
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Hour Meter
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Months/Condition)
6 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Size (in/cm)
1.25 / 3.2
Tongue Weight (lbs/kgs)
120 / 54.4
Rear Hitch Type
Receiver
Driveline Brand
On-Demand™
Driveline Type
Selectable 4X2 / 4X4
Number Of Driveline Modes
2
Rear Unlocking Differential
No
Rear Solid Axle
No
Limited Slip Differential Location
Rear
Differential Lock Location
Rear
Power Outlet
Standard
Capacity (lbs/kgs)
90 / 40.8
Front Storage Well
Standard
Rear Storage Well
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Metallic
No
User Reviews
6 reviews
  • best damn atv ive owned
    By terry washow (I am an Owner) on Aug 08, 2016

    I recently sold my yamaha grizzly and upgraded a couple of years newer

    i gold prospect a lot and some of my usual spots i have to use a winch to arrive at those places at several locations, not any longer this baby climbs like a long horn sheep 25+ degree inclines no probs, she has a carb ...

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  • overall impressive and fun
    By corrina Cockins (I am an Owner) on Apr 10, 2012

    I have really enjoyed owning this bike. it is pretty fast and has great suspension. however I was not impressed with low end power it simply lacked torque. if I buy another I would personally get an 800 for through extra torque.

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  • 05 sportsman 500ho limited edition
    By brian white (I am an Owner) on Oct 07, 2011

    I have 05 . I like when I put it in four wheel drive it is true four wheel drive. Mine has been beat to death in the mud, woods and around my property . Up to the handle bars in water . Hit trees , jumped , pushed and pulled trucks that don't run. The only problems I have had is recall on ecm . I ...

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  • Dont buy this A.T.V.
    By Robb McCollum (I am an Owner) on Mar 30, 2011

    The suspension is like that out of the 90's, its also very heavy and feels wiggly in the realend when going down hills and pulling logs. I also own a 2005 yamaha grizzly 660 and regaurdless of what the other guy said my yamaha can pull way over twice its own weight with ease. Plus its not all time ...

    good for a starter bike i guess. It is a comfortable ride but thats about it. I recommend reading reviews on all the atv's like i did. quess who holds the title for best reviews??? lol look it up just use google!

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  • ECM Issues!!!!
    By steve Berndt (I am an Owner) on Dec 04, 2010

    I bought a used 2005 500 H.O. about three years ago. Ran fine up until I bought my wife the exact same bike, color and everything. We went on one ride together in July 2010 as the charging system on hers kept failing. We limped home by transferring my battery every 30 minutes to and from hers - ...

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  • keeps on going
    By kyle myers (I am an Owner) on Nov 13, 2009

    i bought my sportsman 500 ho last year and was a little worried about how it would perform but after pulling trees out of the bush that were 50 feet long and a 20 in thick i was impressed my buddies honda and his yamaha could not even start to pull them trees. we were also on a deer hunt and the ...

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