2012 Polaris Sportsman® 550 Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2012 Polaris Sportsman® 550 Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Utility
BASE MSRP(US)	$7,699.00
Warranty	6
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Engine:
Engine Type	Single-Cylinder
Cylinders	1
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Valve Configuration	SOHC
Displacement (cc/ci)	549 / 33.5
Carburetion Type	Fuel Injected
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Front Wheel)	Shaft
Reverse	Yes
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	Maxxis® 26 X 8-14
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	Maxxis® 26 X 10-14
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	53 / 1346
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	722 / 328
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5.3 / 19.9
Seats:
Seat Height (in/mm)	37 / 940
Number Of Seats	1
Drive Line:
Driveline Type	Selectable 4X2 / 4X4
Number Of Driveline Modes	2
Limited Slip Differential	Standard
Differential Lock	Standard
Storage:
Rear Rack	Standard
Front Rack	Standard
Lights:
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard

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Awesome machine!

By Bill Hamann(Owner), Nov. 23, 2011

Bone solid reliable, great power, great price, excellent ride and handling. Great combination of sport and utility. Had an 07 Sportsman 450, thought it was good but no comparison to this machine. I like everything about it and would highly recommend to anyone looking for sport handling traction powe... Read Full Review

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Outstanding Machine

By Bill Hamann(Owner), Nov. 24, 2011

Worth every penny. Read Full Review

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FANTASTIC ATV!

By Edward (Owner), Feb. 23, 2013

Previously owned a Sportsman 500EFI for years but wanted a little more power. This new 550 EXCEEDED my expectations, the fit and finish is second to none, the power steering is priceless, the paint finish (Stealth Metallic) is very high quality, high-quality useful digital dash (very accurate fuel g... Read Full Review

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piece of crap

By Jim(Owner), Mar. 9, 2013

Never buy a Polaris! Stay Away!!! Bought a new 550 after a friend recommended it. I have a 2003 Bombardier Outlander 400 as well and it's light years ahead of this piece of crap....nothing but problems -- will never, ever buy another!!! Stay with Can Am or anything but Polaris! Read Full Review

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Sorry guys

By Chris Mesta(Owner), Sep. 25, 2012

No way is this machine rated this high. Unreal how bad people are at rating things like this. BRP Outlander or Kaw Brute Force is the way to go. I have a 2012 550. It's junk compared to the rest of our machines. Several problems with this quad. Under powered, bad quality paint, broken cv joint a... Read Full Review

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