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Old 07-16-2012, 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by mcordani
I had a chance to sit on a 550 Touring. They didn't have a 500 Touring in stock as of my visit but at least I was able to sit on a fairly similar Touring machine. I had my daughter with me who will be 5 in October. Although I don't plan on buying a machine till next year, her legs are way short still for reaching the foot rests. Has anyone solved this issue? Seems like placing your feet on a steady surface would really help with your balance on the machine.

So have any of you added aftermarket foot rests, and if so are they adjustable? I want the machine to be as safe as possible of course.

Only other choice is something like a Grizzley with a rear seat box. I know they aren't supposed to be safe that way, but they almost look safer for small children as they are cradled by the seat box on either side. Plus I think I have seen them with aftermarket adjustable foot rests. Thanks.
They make footrest risers for the X2. Not sure about if they fit the Touring models or not. http://www.purepolaris.com/en-us/atv...00ae+X2+550%22
 
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You can purchase taller OEM footrests. I am not sure if you can stack them on top of each other though... Here is the link..

http://www.purepolaris.com/en-us/atv...evfitment=foot
 
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Thanks guys, those might work perfect. Only thing it only lists the 500 Touring through 2010 as the risers fitting. I can't imagine this is the case though. I'll have to do more research. Thanks again.
 
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Originally Posted by mcordani
Thanks guys, those might work perfect. Only thing it only lists the 500 Touring through 2010 as the risers fitting. I can't imagine this is the case though. I'll have to do more research. Thanks again.
The footwells are probably the same. Dealer might know better about the add-ons.
 
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