2017 Arctic Cat Alterra 500 TRV

2017 Arctic Cat Alterra 500 TRV pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Utility
MSRP
$8,499
Warranty
6
Insurance
Generic Type (Primary)
Utility
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2017
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Arctic Cat
Display Name
Alterra 500 TRV
Photo Gallery
Standard
Year
2017
Make
Arctic Cat
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder
Cylinders
1
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid / Air
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
SOHC
Bore (mm/in)
89 / 3.5
Stroke (mm/in)
71.2 / 2.8
Displacement (cc/ci)
443 / 27
Starter
Electric / Pull
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Front Wheel)
Shaft
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Belt
Reverse
Yes
Transmission Brand
Duramaticâ„¢
Hi / Low Range
Yes
Wheels Composition
Steel
Front Tire Diameter (in)
25
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
25
Chromed
No
Tire Brand
Carlisle
Front Tire Width
8
Front Wheel Diameter
10
Rear Tire Width
10
Rear Wheel Diameter
10
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Carlisle Trail Pro 25 X 8-10
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Carlisle Trail Pro 25 X 10-10
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Engine Braking Brand Name
Engine Braking System
Front Suspension Type
Independent Double A-Arm
Front Travel (in/mm)
10 / 254
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
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)
10 / 254
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Yes
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Type
Manual
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.59
Width (in/mm)
47.8 / 1214.1
Height (in/mm)
57.4 / 1458
Wheelbase (in/mm)
58 / 1473
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
11 / 279
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
7.1
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
725 / 328.9
Towing Capacity (lbs/kgs)
1050 / 476.3
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5.3 / 20.1
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.61
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Number Of Seats
2
Detachable Passenger Seat
Standard
Backrest Logo Plate
No
Backrest Type
Detachable
Backrest Location
Passenger
Lumbar Adjustment
No
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Floor Board Location
Driver and Passenger
Hand Grips
Standard
Radiator Guard
Yes
CV Boot Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Front Bumper
Standard
Front Fender Flairs
Standard
Rear Fender Flairs
Standard
A-Arm Skid Plate (Front/Rear)
Yes / Yes
Bash Plate (Front)
Yes
Swing Arm Skid Plate
No
Full Length Skid Plate
Yes
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Condition)
Limited
Destination Charge
400
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Tool Bag Mount
Standard
Driveline Type
Selectable 4X2 / 4X4
Number Of Driveline Modes
2
Rear Unlocking Differential
No
Rear Solid Axle
No
Differential Lock Location
Front
Size (in/cm)
2 / 5.1
Rear Hitch Type
Receiver
Tow Hook
Standard
Power Outlet
Standard
Underseat Storage
Standard
Capacity (lbs/kgs)
100 / 45.4
Glove Box / Dash Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Metallic
No
User Reviews
2 reviews
  • Nice machine
    By Steve White (I am an Owner) on Apr 25, 2020

    I have had the 500 for 3 years now and think I can give a honest review. Price with the comparables was at least 3k cheaper. I ride with all different brands and it never fails to keep up with them. I have had issues with exhaust heat shield breaking. The dealer replaced it twice and it broke again. ...

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  • Dispointed
    By Paul Fitzgerald (I am an Owner) on Jan 26, 2020

    I am disappointed in the performance of the bike and sales team for arctic cat. I purchased the alterra trv 500 in the spring of 2016 which is the legal 2 up. I was offered the upgrade of bigger tires for a reasonable price which I took. 2 years later I purchased a plow for the bike from the same ...

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