2012 Polaris Sportsman® 550

2012 Polaris Sportsman® 550 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Utility
MSRP
$7,699
Dealers
Warranty
6
Insurance
Generic Type (Primary)
Utility
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2009
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Polaris
Display Name
Sportsman® 550
Year
2012
Make
Polaris
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder
Cylinders
1
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)
42 / 31.3
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
SOHC
Displacement (cc/ci)
549 / 33.5
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
42
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)
26
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
26
Chromed
No
Tire Brand
Maxxis®
Front Tire Width
8
Front Wheel Diameter
14
Rear Tire Width
10
Rear Wheel Diameter
14
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Maxxis® 26 X 8-14
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Maxxis® 26 X 10-14
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Engine Braking
Standard
Front Suspension Type
Independent Double A-Arm
Front Travel (in/mm)
9 / 229
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)
10.3 / 260
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Type
Manual
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
6.94
Width (in/mm)
47.6 / 1209
Height (in/mm)
50.8 / 1289
Wheelbase (in/mm)
53 / 1346
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
12 / 305
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
11.3
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
722 / 328
Towing Capacity (lbs/kgs)
1500 / 680.4
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5.3 / 19.9
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.76
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
37 / 940
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
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)
120 / 55
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Metallic
No
User Reviews
2 reviews
  • FANTASTIC ATV!
    By Edward (I am an Owner) on Feb 24, 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 ...

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  • Awesome machine!
    By Bill Hamann (I am an Owner) on 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 power ...

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