2006 Polaris Sportsman® 500 HO EFI

2006 Polaris Sportsman® 500 HO EFI pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Utility
MSRP
$6,999
Dealers
Warranty
6
Insurance
Generic Type (Primary)
Utility
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2006
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Polaris
Display Name
Sportsman® 500 HO EFI
Year
2006
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
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
39
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
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)
6.92
Width (in/mm)
48 / 1219
Height (in/mm)
48 / 1219
Wheelbase (in/mm)
50.5 / 1283
Turning Radius (ft)
5.4
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
11.3 / 280
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
11
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
715 / 324.3
Towing Capacity (lbs/kgs)
1225 / 555.7
GVWR (lbs/kgs)
1200 / 544
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.1 / 15.6
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)
33.8 / 857
Number Of Seats
1
Frame
Steel
Body Material
Composite
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
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Metallic
No
User Reviews
5 reviews
  • My Polaris sucks
    By 2111835687 () on Feb 08, 2021

    My Polaris is junk. Threw 2 boots first day and broke brand new axle just the other day. I have had it for about 1 month now and it has been the worst pain in my butt. I just blew my brand new crank case and I now have to get a new one. My shocks in the front, can't tell how many times it messed ...

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  • Junk
    By 977212761 () on Apr 16, 2017

    They said it was tough. I ran the snot out of it. It is junk. Ripped two boots first day I had it. It shifts harder then Hell. Dealer said that's the way it works.has no power and rear brake pedal never worked since day one. Put numerous front end parts in it. Needless to say I am going back to ...

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  • dunbar pa. lost trial ride
    By jim ing....... (I am an Owner) on Oct 16, 2013

    my 2006 sportsman 500 ho efi and my other machine 2002 sportsman 700 first time me and my buddy rode lost trails pa system nice entrance tails but as we got deeper into this fantastic forest and steep rocky billygoat trails i notice alot of other machines were having a lot of breakdown's and maintence ...

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  • nothing but problems
    By dean (I am an Owner) on Jul 02, 2013

    The 2006 500 I have has been nothing but issues has never run properly I had it too the dealer 2 times and still the same.

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  • THE BEST ON YET.!!!!
    By Alonnasha Cowan (I am an Owner) on Sep 06, 2011

    This Is The Best ATV Out There I Had Every Since It Came Out And Its In Good Shape It Haven't Messed Up Yet And I'm Glad To Share This With You If Your THINKING About Buying One Then STOP Thinking Just BUY IT(:

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