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Scrambler was the first and is still the only 4x4 ATV in its class with an automatic transmission. With the addition of a more comfortable seat, the fast ride you've come to expect from a Scrambler is now smoother and sweeter than it ever was. |
| The ultimate ATV for sporty 4-wheel drive trail riding. |
| Sporty looking, but always ready to get dirty and go fast. |
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| F | E | A | T | U | R | E | S | |||
| F | • Powerful Polaris 500 High Output, 4-valve, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled engine. |
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| E | • World’s best-selling automatic transmission (PVT). | |
| • New! Redesigned seat for improved comfort and control. | ||
| • New! Mechanical fuel gauge. | ||
| • On-Demand All-Wheel Drive with on/off thumb switch, for extra traction over rough terrain. | ||
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• Available Colors
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| COMPETITIVE COMPARISONS |
| US vs. THEM |
Polaris SCRAMBLER 500 4X4 |
YAMAHA® WOLVERINE® |
| Engine displacement, cooling | √ 499cc, liquid-cooled | 348cc, oil-cooled |
| World's best-selling automatic transmission (PTV) | √ Over 1 million sold | 5-speed |
| 4WD system | √ On-Demand AWD | Full-time |
| Front-wheel lock | √ Automatic, shift on the fly | Limited slip, 3-1/2 wheel |
| MacPherson strut front suspension, travel | √ Standard, 8.2"/20.8 cm travel | Dual A-arm 7.1"/18.0 cm travel |
| Rear suspension, travel | √ Progressive-rate swing arm, 10.5"/26.7 cm | Swing arm, 7.1"/18.0 cm |
| Single-lever braking | √ Front and rear with auxiliary hydraulic disc foot brake | Dual-lever hydraulic disc/hydraulic disc |
| SCRAMBLER 500 SPECIFICATIONS |
| ENGINE | ||
| Engine Type | 4-stroke | |
| Displacement | 499 cc | |
| Carburetion | Mikuni 40mm CV | |
| Cooling | Liquid | |
| Starting | Electric w/ recoil backup | |
| DRIVETRAIN | ||
| Final Drive | Concentric chain (rear)/shaft (front) | |
| Transmission | F/N/R | |
| Drive System | Automatic PVT | |
| EBS (Engine Braking System) | Accessory | |
| SUSPENSION | ||
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut w/ 8.2/20.8 in/cm travel | |
| Rear Suspension | Progressive-rate swing arm w/ 10.5/26.7 in/cm travel | |
| BRAKES | ||
| Front/Rear Brakes | Single-lever hydraulic disc w/ hydraulic rear foot brake | |
| TIRES | ||
| Front Radial Tires | 23 x 7 - 10 | |
| Rear Radial Tires | 22 x 11 - 10 | |
| DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES | ||
| Wheelbase | 48/121.9 in/cm | |
| Turning Radius (inside tire) | 83/210.8 in/cm | |
| Dry Weight | 571/259.5 lbs/kg | |
| Length/Width/Height | 75/46/47, 190.5/116.8/119.4 in/cm | |
| Seat Height | 34/86.4 in/cm | |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.5/13.2 U.S. gallons | |
| Front-Rack Capacity* | Accessory | |
| Rear-Rack Capacity* | Accessory | |
| Hitch Towing Capacity* | Accessory | |
| Hitch Tongue Weight* | Accessory | |
| Ground Clearance | 5.5/14 in/cm | |
| INSTRUMENTATION/FEATURES | ||
| Gauge Type | Instrument Panel | |
| Speedometer/Odometer | Accessory | |
| Tachometer | N/A | |
| Tripmeter | Accessory | |
| Hourmeter | Accessory | |
| High-Beam Indicator | Standard | |
| Gear Indicator | Standard | |
| Fuel Gauge | Mechanical | |
| Warning Lights | Hi Temp | |
| DC Outlet | Accessory | |
| COLORS | ||
| Colors | Black | |
| Warning!: Polaris ATVs with engine
sizes larger than 90cc may not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of
age. ATVs with 89cc engines may not be ridden by anyone under 12
years of age. ATVs with 49cc engines may not be driven by anyone
under 6 years of age. All riders under 16 should only ride with
adult supervision. All riders should take a safety course. For
safety and training information see your dealer or call Polaris at
1-800-342-3764. ATVs can be hazardous to operate. For your safety,
always wear a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing. Never
ride on public roads, always avoid paved surfaces; Never carry
passengers. Never engage in stunt driving. Riding and alcohol/drugs
don't mix. Avoid excessive speeds. Be particularly careful on
difficult terrain. Remember, ATV riding is more fun when you play by
the rules. Polaris reserves the right to change specifications at any time without incurring obligation. *Check owner's manual for loading requirement and restrictions. ** ‘04.5 Model year designation only. |
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