2012 Polaris Sportsman® 500 HO Polaris Pursuit LE

2012 Polaris Sportsman® 500 HO Polaris Pursuit LE pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Utility
MSRP
$6,599
Dealers
Warranty
6
Insurance
Generic Type (Primary)
Utility
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2012
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Polaris
Display Name
Sportsman® 500 HO Polaris Pursuit LE
Year
2012
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
Tire Brand
Kenda
Front Tire Width
8
Front Wheel Diameter
12
Rear Tire Width
11
Rear Wheel Diameter
12
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Kenda 25 X 8-12
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Kenda 25 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 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
2 reviews
  • the best
    By don gerding (I am an Owner) on Jul 05, 2012

    the machine is awesome and you can't get a better bang for your dollar. the EBS the braking is great when going down inclines, you never have to touch the brakes!!

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  • This is great Machine
    By Dan Isley (I am an Owner) on Nov 09, 2011

    Purchased this Polaris Sportsman 500 HO Pursuit a couple of months ago and "what a great machine it is."

    I really love the looks and the ride is very comfortable. I installed a wench myself and the pre-wiring for this made it a very easy install.

    Storage compartments, both ...

    Polaris did an outstanding job with this model. You can tell the quality of workmanship from front brush guard to the rear receiver hitch.

    I am looking forward to strapping my first big buck to the back of this machine in a couple of weeks.

    Dan Isley

    Madison, AL

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