2011 Sportsman XP Touring
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2011 Sportsman XP Touring
Hi All,
Have a few questions on the new 2011 SP XP Touring models...
The questions most likely relate to all 2011 XP models...but I am trying to decide to pull the trigger on 2 each. One 850 (for myself) and one 550 (for wife).
1. Does the 550 still have a higher idle...compared to the 850? Any concerns with the idle?
2. 550 engine reliability factor?
3. How does the EPS work on the XP Touring models?
4. Owner of a Touring??? How do you like it?
Thanks...and really do appreciate any info!
biz
Have a few questions on the new 2011 SP XP Touring models...
The questions most likely relate to all 2011 XP models...but I am trying to decide to pull the trigger on 2 each. One 850 (for myself) and one 550 (for wife).
1. Does the 550 still have a higher idle...compared to the 850? Any concerns with the idle?
2. 550 engine reliability factor?
3. How does the EPS work on the XP Touring models?
4. Owner of a Touring??? How do you like it?
Thanks...and really do appreciate any info!
biz
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...more questions...concerns...with Touring model
...also wanted to add to my questions...
I went to a local dealer today...and they have several 2010 XP Touring models. What I noticed was a few things...that are different than my 2009 Sportsman 850 XP.
1. Colored plastic's...rather than painted like my '09. Not sure I didn't get spoiled with the paint. Makes the machine look less attractive, but maybe more durable? Not sure...
2. These Touring models were STIFF!?!?! I mean...compared to my '09. So...not sure the ride will also be stiffer in comparison to my '09...which is the smoothest riding ATV I have ever owned.
Ok...Touring Members...Looking for your wisdom?!?!????
biz
I went to a local dealer today...and they have several 2010 XP Touring models. What I noticed was a few things...that are different than my 2009 Sportsman 850 XP.
1. Colored plastic's...rather than painted like my '09. Not sure I didn't get spoiled with the paint. Makes the machine look less attractive, but maybe more durable? Not sure...
2. These Touring models were STIFF!?!?! I mean...compared to my '09. So...not sure the ride will also be stiffer in comparison to my '09...which is the smoothest riding ATV I have ever owned.
Ok...Touring Members...Looking for your wisdom?!?!????
biz
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Hi RickCJ7...
Thanks for the info!
But...why you say the 550 is better than the 850? Very interesting...
I figured the spring rates would be stiffer, but really hope they are not so stiff to tackle those mountain trails I enjoy riding. I will ride at 60 percent alone. So...don't want to get shaken off the trail. GRIN
Any other 2 up Owner's out there??? Would appreciate your view on ride with and without a passenger.
Regards,
biz
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850 — Polaris 850cc, four-stroke, liquid-cooled, twin; 40mm dual throttle bodies, electronic fuel injection
550 — Polaris/Fuji 549cc, four-stroke, liquid-cooled, single; 42mm single throttle body EFI
Horsepower:
850— 70 hp
550— 40 hp
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