2006 Polaris Sportsman® X2

2006 Polaris Sportsman® X2 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Utility
MSRP
$7,899
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® X2
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)
25
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
25
Chromed
No
Front Tire Width
8
Front Wheel Diameter
12
Rear Tire Width
11
Rear Wheel Diameter
10
Front Tire (Full Spec)
25 X 8-12
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
25 X 11-10
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 A-Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
8.8 / 222
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
No
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)
7.75
Width (in/mm)
48 / 1219
Height (in/mm)
48 / 1219
Wheelbase (in/mm)
57 / 1448
Turning Radius (ft)
6.8
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
11 / 279
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
9
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
798 / 362
Towing Capacity (lbs/kgs)
1225 / 555.7
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
6 / 22.7
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.63
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
Yes
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
Yes
Seat Height (in/mm)
34 / 864
Number Of Seats
2
Backrest Logo Plate
No
Backrest Type
Fixed
Backrest Location
Driver and/or Passenger
Lumbar Adjustment
No
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Floor Board Location
Driver and Passenger
Hand Grips
Standard
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
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
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
Rack Rails
Standard
Bed Capacity (lbs./kgs.)
400 / 181.4
Cargo Bed Tilt
Yes
Cargo Bed Material
Polyethylene
Front Storage Well
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Metallic
No
User Reviews
7 reviews
  • Best reliable atv I have owned
    By Rodgar Bleth (I am an Owner) on Feb 10, 2022

    I have had my 06 x2 for 9 yrs and it has been great. Just shy of 5000 miles on it. No belt issues, plenty if power for doing work and play. I did replace fuel pump, was still working just did not want to have it fail 59 miles from home on the trail. I've pulled some huge loads with it, moved 2,500 ...

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  • I love mine
    By Cooper69er (I am an Owner) on Aug 14, 2019

    I've had mine 13 years now., I've seen the reviews about the battery being impossible to get to.. I changed mine out no problem.. I've had mine completely under water and rode it for about 50 miles more and changed the oil the next day with no problems. It's never let me down it rides great and pulls ...

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  • Does it all for me!
    By Alan Wilson (I am an Owner) on Apr 03, 2011

    Hi bought one of these babies on closeout in late 2006. Other than getting the slide on the rear seat stuck a couple of times its been great. Yeah guess I could little more power but it gets me where I want went I want.

    A previous reviewer had battery problems and yes its a real job just to ...

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  • Not too bad but has problems
    By T. Moody (I am an Owner) on Feb 09, 2010

    I have had my Polaris X2 for 4 years and it has been pretty reliable. However I don't think I would buy another one. I like the turf mode for steering and the 4x4 works great but it is the little things that are starting to anoy me. After 1 year of owning the fuel pump went out, Polaris said I ...

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  • Don't get it wet
    By 847068974 () on Dec 01, 2009

    I sunk my atv last summer and flushed it 3 times only to have problem after problem.

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  • all around machine
    By paul (I am an Owner) on Sep 10, 2009

    I have had my X2 for over two years now. It has been a very versatile machine and wouldn't want to go back to a conventional atv. Hauling gear etc. and then being able to flip up the seat makes it my favorite (I also have a Yamaha Kodiak). Over 1000 miles and no problems. Towed heavy trailers, ...

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  • Not a happy camper
    By B.J. Olson (I am an Owner) on May 14, 2009

    Overall I like it most of the time until something goes wrong. I have been stranded high and dry more than once. First off, the battery is located in the worst spot possible. The battery cables came loose once and it took the mechanics 4 hours to figure out that was the issue. 2 years later I need ...

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