What kind of gas does a Polaris Sportsman 500 use?
It has a 5.25 US gallon fuel tank capacity of regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum PON rating of 87 (oxygenated) or 89 (non-oxygenated). In this video, TheDIYMechanic does a carburetor teardown and rebuild on a 2001 Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O. he recently bought in an attempt to fix leaking carb issues with the utility quad:
When did the Polaris Sportsman 500 come out?
Luckily, Polaris was already two steps ahead with the 2001 Polaris Sportsman 500, which was ready for launch in the market. This sweet ride retained its functional design, was 26% more powerful, and (for some trims) a tad larger than its predecessors. The 2001 Polaris Sportsman 500 belongs to the world’s best-selling automatic ATV lineup.
What kind of ignition does a sportsman 500 have?
Ignition – The 2001 Sportsman 500 has a solid-state DC-CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition) electric start system with an auxiliary recoil starter. Ignition timing is 30° BTDC @ 5,000 RPM 2°. It has an alternator charging system with a rated output of 250 watts and requires an NGK BKR5E spark plug with a gap of 0.036 inches (0.9 mm).
The 2002 Polaris Sportsman 500 was the 7th installment in the Sportsman 500 lineup since 1996. Featuring PVT with EBS transmission, fully-independent rear suspension, and the famous Richard Petty Special Edition trim, this best-seller continues to be a top choice for off-road riders and enthusiasts.
It has a 5.25 US gallon fuel tank capacity of regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum PON rating of 87 (oxygenated) or 89 (non-oxygenated). In this video, TheDIYMechanic does a carburetor teardown and rebuild on a 2001 Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O. he recently bought in an attempt to fix leaking carb issues with the utility quad:
What’s the price of a 2002 Polaris Sportsman?
In terms of retail pricing, the 2002 Sportsman averages between $1,195 and $1,770. This is half its average worth in auction listings and online trader sites, starting from $1,850 to $3,300.
Ignition – The 2001 Sportsman 500 has a solid-state DC-CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition) electric start system with an auxiliary recoil starter. Ignition timing is 30° BTDC @ 5,000 RPM 2°. It has an alternator charging system with a rated output of 250 watts and requires an NGK BKR5E spark plug with a gap of 0.036 inches (0.9 mm).