2010 Polaris Sportsman® 500 H.O.

2010 Polaris Sportsman® 500 H.O. pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Utility
MSRP
$5,999
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
2010
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)
498 / 30.4
Compression Ratio
10:2
Starter
Electric
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 (Front Wheel)
Shaft
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Belt
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
12
Front Tire (Full Spec)
25 X 8-12; 489
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
25 X 11-12; 489
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
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 Double A-Arm
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
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
11.3 / 286
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
11
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
696 / 316
Towing Capacity (lbs/kgs)
1225 / 555.7
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.1 / 15.5
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.72
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
Hand Guards
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
Clock
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
Rear Storage Well
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Metallic
No
User Reviews
15 reviews
  • 10 Years later - still running like a champ.
    By Scott Fazzina (I am an Owner) on Aug 10, 2020

    I bought this rig new in 2010. I beat the ever living piss out of this thing. Still runs perfect. It still has the original spark plug, the carbs haven't been adjusted, just oil changes, new brake pads, cvt belts, and a couple snapped axles. I put a clutch kit in mine for some better lower end ...

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  • Best quad I ever owned
    By Nathan Albers (I am an Owner) on Feb 01, 2019

    I have had my quad for a few months now and when I bought it was a bit rough looking and so far it has been a very awesome quad with zero problems

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  • Going back to Honda
    By Farmer John (I am an Owner) on Oct 10, 2013

    We purchased a new Polaris Sportsman 500 HO in 2010 for our farm. We use it for farm work and not play. We always maintain and keep our equipment in good condition and dont abuse it. That being said...I have had our Sportsman to the dealer for repairs a nummber of times. The fuel pump went out ...

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  • Easy Rider
    By jasper Robinson (I am an Owner) on Jul 31, 2012

    This a great all around machine..The only problem I have currently is that the selenoid packed up.I understand that this is a common recognized problem with the 2010 & wonder why there is no recall replacement coverage.

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  • So far, so GOOD!
    By Kenneth Barron (I am an Owner) on Jan 18, 2012

    I purchased a 2010 Polaris 500 and a Polaris 800 in that year. I must say that I have been exceedingly pleased with both of these machines, especially the 500 h.o. I have ridden the 500 so much I now have almost 5000 miles on the unit. I recently changed the belt on the 500, but I usually ride it ...

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  • Nice when new. That is before we used it!
    By Brady mondore (I am an Owner) on Jan 10, 2012

    Ill start off with the first day we got it that it was a nice atv. When we went to use the winch it didn't work so we had to take it back to the Polaris dealer to get it fixed. after about a month of having it the digital gauges stopped working so back to Polaris it went. After we got it back it ...

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  • junk
    By clayton (I am an Owner) on Aug 19, 2011

    its a junk quad nothing but issues dont buy this quad just put clutches 5 belts a arm now axle

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  • Fantastic Bike
    By Randy Zurbrigg (I am an Owner) on Jul 16, 2011

    I perchased my bike in early August 2010. Since then it has performed beautifully. I have taken it to our hunt camp many times were we have some very extrem trais, and it handles them with ease. The only issue I have had has been a bad spark plug. Changed it out and it's back to firing up instantly ...

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  • Polaris 500 ho
    By Dana Balderree (I am an Owner) on Sep 17, 2010

    Have owned this atv for about 4 months and have nothing but praise for it. It is my fourth atv and by far the smoothest and best quality of them all. No problems whatsoever.

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  • Best of the worst!!!!
    By Shaune (I am an Owner) on Sep 17, 2010

    Love this machine, or should I say love to hate this machine>>>>

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  • beyond my expectations
    By mike gullett (I am an Owner) on Sep 15, 2010

    I can not say enough how pleased i am with my new quad. It has performed beyond my expectations in every situation I have been in. I cant wait for the snow just to see how it plows. I have never owned a polaris till now. I will never buy anything else again

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  • JUNK!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    By jesse (I am an Owner) on Jul 22, 2010

    Bought a 2010 sportsman 500 back in dec. so its only 7 months old. So far head light wiring had to be fixed. headlight fell out and broke. fuel pump went. belt went because front motor mount broke. belt housing takes on water without splashing in the vents just seeps.spark plug went bad. now i think ...

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  • excellent choice
    By bruce sherman (I am an Owner) on Jul 22, 2010

    i was a ski-doo dealer for 7 years. polaris was not one of my favorite words would never consider a polaris if you gave it to me. me and my son went out to buy 2 new atv's never considered a polaris we priced many rode many any both bought 2 500 h.o. we made the right choice and i am going to buy ...

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  • loggerman1970
    By mike saxon (I am an Owner) on Apr 04, 2010

    just bought 2010 this thing awsome went thru three feet

    of water over seat for twenty feat never skipped just kepted going awsome power/torque going to buy second for wife

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  • polaris sportsman 500 HO
    By gary blaylock (I am an Owner) on Feb 09, 2010

    I am so pleased with this machine. It exceeds any expectations I had and the price is outstanding compared to similar models that quite frankly will never match up to Polaris. I purchased two of these models and I would tell anyone with confidence that Polaris sportsman 500 HO is it!!!!!!

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