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Scrambler 850

US$ 12499. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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45 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.23 hp/kg
Engine
850 ccm

2024 Polaris Scrambler 850 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Polaris for the atv motorcycle segment, the 2024 Polaris Scrambler 850 utilizes a 850 cc (51.9 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 78 HP (56.9 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 91.8 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Scrambler 850 measures 333.8 kg (736 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.23 HP/kg (4.28 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 889 mm (35 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,346 mm (53 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 19.9-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Polaris archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2021 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
91.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.23 HP/kg (4.28 kg/HP)
Standover Height
889 mm (35 in)
Engine
Displacement 850.0 ccm (51.87 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Power 78.0 HP (56.9 kW))
Fuel System Injection
Fuel Control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox Automatic
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Driveline One Touch On-Demand AWD/2WD. Automatic PVT P/R/N/L/H.
Chassis
Front Suspension Dual A-Arm
Front Travel 229 mm (9.0 inches)
Rear Suspension Dual A-Arm, Rolled IRS
Rear Travel 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Wheelbase 1346 mm (53.0 inches)
Ground Clearance 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 26/8-14
Rear Tyre 26/10-14
Front Brakes Single disc. Single Lever 3-Wheel Hydraulic Disc with Hydraulic Rear Foot Brake
Rear Brakes Single disc
Wheels Steel
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 333.8 kg (736.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.2336 HP/kg
Seat Height 889 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1229 mm (48.4 inches)
Overall Length 2090 mm (82.3 inches)
Overall Width 1219 mm (48.0 inches)
Fuel Capacity 19.90 litres (5.26 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Orange/grey/blue
Instruments All Digital Gauge, Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Two Tripmeters, Hour Meter, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, AWD Indicator, Volt Meter, Coolant Temperature, Hi-Temp Light, Clock, DC Outlet
Light 50w High/Low Beam Headlights
Carrying Capacity Lock and Ride, 1 Gal (4 L) Rear Storage
Notes

Engine Braking System (EBS).

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Seat Height
88.9 cm / 35 in
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Heavy bike — requires confident handling
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