Positioned in Polaris's atv motorcycle lineup, the 2011 Polaris Sportsman X2 550 pairs a 549 cc (33.5 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing.
On the scales, the Sportsman X2 550 measures 362 kg (798 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 908 mm (35.7 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,448 mm (57 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 19.87-liter (5.2 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 2011 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.