2012 Polaris Sportsman® 800 EFI

2012 Polaris Sportsman® 800 EFI pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Utility
MSRP
$7,499
Dealers
Warranty
6
Insurance
Generic Type (Primary)
Utility
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2005
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Polaris
Display Name
Sportsman® 800 EFI
Year
2012
Make
Polaris
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
OHV
Bore (mm/in)
80 / 3.15
Stroke (mm/in)
76 / 2.99
Displacement (cc/ci)
760 / 46.4
Compression Ratio
10:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
40
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
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
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)
50.8 / 1283
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
11.3 / 286
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
11
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
770 / 349
Towing Capacity (lbs/kgs)
1500 / 680.4
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5.3 / 19.9
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.99
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)
150 / 68.2
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)
100 / 45.4
Rear Storage Well
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Metallic
No
User Reviews
5 reviews
  • My motor blew not my fault Polaris won't do anything
    By Santo moncada (I am an Owner) on May 09, 2017

    I bought this bike used with 600 miles and it was six months out of warranty and my engine blew . I brought the bike to edge Preformance in Bradford and they said it was the oil pick up that got clogged with silicon and that when they put the engine together at Polaris they put to much silicon and ...

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  • Polaris dropped the ball
    By Paul Hopwood (I am an Owner) on Dec 25, 2015

    The sportsman 800EFI is made for plowing probably more than anything else, The weight distribution is all wrong for towing, pulling or hill climbing. It will easily pull a wheelie even in 4 wheel and can be down right dangerous when going up steep grades.

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  • Polaris 800 review
    By Nate (I am an Owner) on Nov 16, 2013

    I have logged 500 miles on my Polaris 800. Love it. To date no hiccups. For the price there is nothing better, for more... then it gets difficult. If you want a work horse that you can fun with, it is the way to go. The only thing I could possible complain about is wanting to go faster... but that ...

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  • Best in class
    By Anthony Tepool (I am an Owner) on Apr 15, 2013

    This is what the others try to copy. Great power and smooth ride. I have ridden since I was a boy (I am 49) and this is the most versatile machine I have ever owned. I have 27/9/14 on the front and 27/11/14 Maxxis vipr rear tires and it is a beast.

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  • Great ATV!
    By Mr. Sharron (I am an Owner) on Jun 04, 2012

    This machine has been excellent thus far with over 40 hours clocked in. It has alot of power and can tow more than almost every other ATV on the market. Great price and the machine looks great after installing front bumber, rear bumber and winch. I also have a 2012 Yamaha Grizzly 550 efi with eps ...

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