2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Polaris's atv motorcycle lineup, the 2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO pairs a 498 cc (30.4 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing.
On the scales, the Sportsman 500 HO measures 315.7 kg (696 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 857 mm (33.7 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,283 mm (50.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 15.52-liter (4.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Polaris archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2010 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
857 mm (33.7 in)
Engine
Displacement498.0 ccm (30.39 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Front SuspensionMacPherson Strut with 8.2 in. (20.8 cm) Travel
Rear SuspensionDual A-Arm, IRS 9.5 in. (24.1 cm) Travel
Wheelbase1283 mm (50.5 inches)
Ground Clearance286 mm (11.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre25/8-12
Rear Tyre25/11-12
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight315.7 kg (696.0 pounds)
Seat Height857 mm (33.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
