2004 Polaris Predator 500

2004 Polaris Predator 500 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Sport
MSRP
$6,099
Dealers
Warranty
6
Insurance
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport
Manufacturer Country
USA
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Polaris
Display Name
Predator 500
Year
2004
Make
Polaris
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder
Cylinders
1
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
99.2 / 3.91
Stroke (mm/in)
64.6 / 2.55
Displacement (cc/ci)
499 / 30.4
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Mikuni
Fuel Injector
No
Carburetor
Yes
Number Of Carburetors
1
Carburetor Size (mm)
42
Carburetion Type
Carburetor
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Overdrive
Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5)
2.6 / 1.7 / 1.3 / 1.1 / 0.9
Reverse
No
Hi / Low Range
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Front Tire Diameter (in)
21
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
20
Tire Brand
Maxxis® Razr
Front Tire Width
7
Front Wheel Diameter
10
Rear Tire Width
11
Rear Wheel Diameter
9
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Maxxis® Razr PR 21 X 7-10
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Maxxis® Razr PR 20 X 11-9
Front Brake Type
Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Front Suspension Type
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
Rear Suspension Type
Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
11 / 279.4
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Brand
PRO Steering (Polaris Rider Optimized)
Steering Type
Manual
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
5.96
Width (in/mm)
47.5 / 1206.5
Height (in/mm)
45 / 1143
Wheelbase (in/mm)
50.5 / 1282.7
Turning Radius (ft)
5.6
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
5 / 127
Length (ft/ft)
5
Length (ft/in)
11.5
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
412 / 186.9
GVWR (lbs/kgs)
645 / 292
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
3.3 / 12.5
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
1.21
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
32 / 812.8
Number Of Seats
1
Frame
Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver
Brush Guard
No
Light Guard
No
Radiator Guard
No
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Front Bumper
Standard
Rear Bumper
Standard
Bash Plate (Front)
Yes
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Warranty (Months)
6
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Driveline Type
4X2
Number Of Driveline Modes
1
Rear Unlocking Differential
No
Rear Solid Axle
Yes
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Metallic
Yes
User Reviews
7 reviews
  • My favorite!
    By Brandon J. (I am an Owner) on Feb 04, 2022

    I own a 2004 Predator and I love it. I was mad and sad when it went down for the year but shes back up and kicking. BEAST! I ride a 660 and have a banshee in garage but this was my first buy and my first love for riding! Handles great, dirt, gravel, snow this thing is ready to go.

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  • Help me
    By King zae (I am an Owner) on Aug 16, 2020

    I was riding my predator 500 earlier today and it was real muddy and I got it stuck in some mud and I tried to gun it to get it out at first and it wouldn't move so I had to put it in neutral and push it out after that I didn't feel anything wrong fr but I kept ridin a lil went down a couple trails ...

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  • good.....
    By William whitmer (I am an Owner) on Mar 25, 2018

    I bought mine a fuel weeks ago. Only rode it once..alot of power.... The guy who owned it before me never fixed anything..so I redid the front end and shocks.... It's almost ready by my standards.....so as soon as I get my new tires I'll hit the trails hard.... Then I will rewrite my review...so ...

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  • amazing atv!
    By michael rojas jareda (I am an Owner) on Nov 19, 2013

    is super fast and so easy to ride!

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  • Awesome machine
    By Roberto Bracchini (I am an Owner) on Nov 02, 2013

    its my favorite atv i simple loved

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  • Beast!
    By Anthony (I am an Owner) on Jun 03, 2013

    I bought a predator 500 around 3 years ago and have been in love with it. So much power and never breaks down like most race quads. Great on the track although it is a heavy machine. Trails are rough around me and the suspension absorbs it well. Overall great machine and you can get one cheap. Just ...

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  • polaris predator 500
    By trent hoff (I am a Writer) on Apr 16, 2013

    I own a 2004 Polaris predator and have found that in my area of the country resale on these is quite affordable especially compared to their reliability.

    I picked mine up for a great price and put about $300 into a clutch cable, chain, rear brake assembly, and carrier kit. Still rides and ...

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