^^ You appear to be correct, they have it listed as an option, though I don't know any dealers around me. I'll have to look into this.

 

Here is a good link of all ATV specs.

Seems like Arctic Cat only offerers a 08 500cc manual now unless you find a left over 07 400cc from them. Another bonus is they have a low range sub tranny not just a super low 1st gear like the Big Bear and Honda's .

I also love the AC super big 6.5 gas tanks,i wish all Utility ATVs had those.

 

i have a 2008 big bear 400 irs it is a great bike an great off road capabilities. front locking diff is nice and it easly turns big tires in mud with its low gearing. zero problems so far and love the foot shift. i have heard the 500 foremans have little power and are bad about tearing up the transmissions on the foot shift models