Hello, I am sort of new to the forums... I just purchased a Polaris '05 Sportman 700. I was looking for some upgrades that I should really focus my attetion on to get started. If any one would like to just list a couple of items. (tires, filters, etc.) Any information would be great since I am also sort of new to the sport.

Thanks,
-Joe [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img]

 

Is your SP700 EFI or carb?

 

Sportsman 700 Twin EFI.

 

Start with a winch. Warn or Ramsey 2500lb or maybe 3000lb. It will pay for itself quick.

Ty

 

Welcome you have a great machine, if you have the PXT tires you are all set there unless you plan on doing some MAJOR mudding.

A lot of people have done the 800 snorkle and dual pipe upgrade but if your happy with the performance dont bother. It will also get faster and better gas mileage when it gets broken in.
You could get a K&N air filter w/an outerwears to start.

check out everyones mods on their signatures and pictures in the profile, click on camera.

Jim

 

Polaris has a Warn winch with all the parts needed for a smooth install. I paid $420 for it installed it in an hour and a half because I was sensitive to the wire routing areas.

 

look on ebay for a winch. warn makes a kit for the 2005 sportsman with easy instructions. polaris want like 489 for it. i got mine for 330 with shipping. i upgraded my tires. the PXT are ok unless youre in the rocks. myself and a buddy both blew front tires. sidewalls seem too wimpy. good luck and welcome to the forum.

 

HEY! Wow, guys thanks alot. To be honest I just got on my phone and ordered myself a Winch. I appreciate all the help you guys gave. So from what I hear I should just leave the stock tires there good enough? I mean I do go mud bogging but nothing that is going to be over my quad or anything. Thanks Again.

 

Ride it till you wear them out and get what you need

 

I agree.
I actually bought a set for my primary set and i have the GY rawhides that came stock on my machine.

IMO both are some of the BEST stock tires ever mounted on a Utility quad.

Jim