Nobody has explored this hint? I have a Ridge Runner (buggy) so the only thing I have in common with any of this is the Polaris 800EFI engine. A factory option that I have is a fresh air intake. The original plastic pieces are discarded and a plate covers the opening in the airbox. A new hole is bored and a hose collar is mounted to the side of the airbox for attaching 2 1/2" flex hose. i don't know what the space issues are in a Sportsman but if you can get this hose up into some cool air you should get a decent performance boost.

This shows the hose attached to the side of the airbox. The hose runs up to the top of the cargo deck.
AIRBOX HOSE

This shows the plate covering the original intake opening.

AIRBOX LID

Just food for thought...

 

guy48o65 how do like that ridge runner? do you run it at Silver Lake? I used to go there annually when I was into BIG trucks. I have gotten a few parts from ridgerunner and the buggies look badass. (they know Polaris real good also) Dont know why this thread is going so long.. more air equals more performance-- in and out!

 

I think it's because we all want to figure out the best way to get that air. What fits, what works, etc.

 

I ordered the snorkel and should see it shortly. Problem is, we had a drag race between a prarie 650 and my 700 efi. First run he pulled out initially by about 3 quad lengths but then I stayed with him up to 55mph. I removed the snorkel and raced him again with the open top in the airbox and achieved the same exact result. Do you thing having no snorkel at all could make a difference? I know that on the 500 carb model the engine will actually stall if you remove the air box cover. Has anyone else proven this snorkel theory on the 700's?