I found this in a search for front wheel bearing; 160-170 in/lbs back off a 1/2 turn retorque 108-144. It wasn't specific, I think, on the year Sportsman. It seems like a lot of preload to me, compaired to the old auto+truck wheel bearings. But, I've had repeated seal leaking problems.
2002 Sportsman 500
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GOT MUD!

 

Yes final torque is 144" pounds on the 02 Sportsman 500. I always preload bearings to as it says about 160" pounds (15' pounds) and back off 1/2 turn and torque to 12' pounds (144" pounds). About leaking,is it at hub or strut seal leaking?,have they been replaced?If so the strut seal can be installed too far into the casting and will cause leaking,plus the hub seal has to be pressed in properly or it too will leak. OPT

 

OPT, off the top of your head can you tell me the torque specs for my 07 800. I think its 70 to 80 ft lbs but just want to be sure.

Thanks for your reply

 

JKW

Here is a excellent HOW TO DO front hub rebiult link for your ATV with pics.

ATV Time :: View topic - Polaris Demand Drive Hub Q&A Picture Guide to Service

 

old polaris tech and TLC
Thank You for the replys and information. Like everything, the more I learn about something, I realize how little knowedge I had at the start! We'll give'er a shot with it set up correctly!
Thanks Again!