VIN check time. Polaris Recall Summary Name of Product: Model Years 2021-2023 Sportsman 450 and 570 All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Hazard: An improperly assembled wiring harness can contact the brake line and/or vehicle frame during use which can result in a loss of the use of the front brakes and/or fire, posing fire and crash hazards. […] More »
2023 is looking good for Polaris enthusiasts. Polaris Off Road, the world leader in powersports and off-road innovation, has expanded its offering of class-leading vehicles with the return of its popular RANGER CREW XP 1000 Texas Edition and RANGER SP 570 NorthStar & RANGER CREW SP 570 NorthStar Edition designed for the rancher, farmer and […] More »
Polaris Recall Summary Name of Product: Model Year 2020-2023 Sportsman 1000 S and Scrambler 1000 S All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Hazard: Electrostatic discharge outside the fuel tank can ignite fuel spills while refueling, posing a fire hazard. Remedy: Repair Recall Date: January 05, 2023 Units: About 3,800 (In addition, about 780 were sold in Canada) Consumer […] More »
May be a custom job. Dear ATVC: I am swapping a 670 Rotax snowmobile engine in my Sportsman frame and need a longer belt to fit the carbs. Where can I find one? An important aspect missing from your question is how long does the belt you need have to be? Even if you don’t […] More »
Meet the 23s. Polaris Off-Road announced its 2023 lineup, comprising a dynamic mix of rider-inspired vehicle updates, fresh new looks, and the expansion of RIDE COMMAND+ — a mobile-app that builds off its RIDE COMMAND technology to offer industry-first connected vehicle services. “Over the last year, we’ve accelerated our pursuit to deliver the vehicles and […] More »
The mighty midsize Sportsman. So you’ve decided a Sportsman from Polaris is the right ATV for you. You’re looking for a nice balance of performance with utility potential, an automatic CVT transmission, do-it-all attitude and rugged styling. The first major decision comes in the form of engine selection. For 2022 Polaris offers four choices: 450, […] More »
Dear ATVC: I have 2003 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO that I put 26″ Mud Lites. Its sluggish now. What weights and spring can I put in to make my own clutch kit without spending $350 on an EPI clutch kit? That’s insane money for a spring and 3 pieces of metal. What is the stock […] More »