ATV "Polaris" - reliability and quality

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Since 1985, Polaris has been producing ATVs and spare parts for them. The line of four-wheeled motorcycles of this brand is confidently kept in the top of sales. The secret of success is original innovative developments and continuous improvement of products. Quality and high reliability have become a hallmark of this brand. ATV "Polaris" is both youthful equipment, and fun for an adrenaline lover, and a sports equipment, and an all-terrain vehicle for a fisherman or hunter, and a mobile vehicle for a rescuer, and a military light high-speed all-terrain vehicle. And many other niches are available to this amazing technique.

Polaris ATV lineup

The Polaris ATV is not a single product, but a huge range of models, represented by several modifications and designs. Every year it is improved, new copies are added. The dynamics of the model range makes it impractical and impossible to fully review the range of machines manufactured by the company in one short article, so it makes sense to focus on samples,offered by Moscow dealers of the company in 2015. Prices are approximate and may vary depending on the exchange rate.

So, small-capacity (otherwise called "children's") cars are represented by the Polaris Outlaw 50 (79 thousand rubles) Polaris Outlaw 90 and Polaris Sportsman 90 (169 thousand rubles each).

These machines are similar to "adult" models, but less powerful. So, Polaris Outlaw 50, suitable for driving even a six-year-old driver weighing up to 100 kg and dimensions 1219 × 800 × 711 mm, has an engine of only 4 l / s. The other two modifications have more powerful engines.

Utility cars of the glorious family under the name of the Polaris ATV are represented by models of 17 brands priced from 299,000 to 909,000 rubles. These are the Sportsman lines (400, 500, 550, 570, 0800, etc. of various modifications) and Scrambler (2 varieties). Very popular ATV "Polaris-500" in various modifications. Not much less popular with buyers is the Polaris-800, an ATV with a large engine capacity.

Sportsman ATVs

The ATV "Polaris-Sportsman" in different versions has the same units, differing only in engine size. All-wheel drive independent suspension and CVT transmission are integral parts of these machines. The Sportsman Big Boss 6 x 6 Polaris ATV stands somewhat apart. Its six wheels and a 363 kg load compartment make this machine a welcome purchase for anyonewho needs a small all-terrain mobile transport. For example, farmers, hunters, rescuers or postmen.

The Polaris ATV from the Sportsman line can also be a two-seater. These are the Sportsman Touring 850 N. O EPS, the Sportsman Touring 550 EPS and the Sportsman Touring 500 N. O. The Polaris SPORTSMAN X2 550 model has a convertible seat that allows, if necessary, to carry a passenger.

Engine braking mechanism, digital odometer and active descent control system are just a few of the gadgets used in the design of these ATVs.

Scrambler ATVs

The Scrambler Polaris ATVs are a great choice for athletes and adrenaline junkies. Ergonomic, perfectly balanced, equipped with electric power steering, they are excellent at high speeds, all the while remaining under the control of the driver. The 850cc engine plus adjustable damping, twin headlights and high (280mm) ground clearance complete the picture.

Unfortunately, the RZR, Ranger lines are not represented here. It is possible that they will appear on sale at Moscow dealers.

The work of the firm to improve models

Polaris is constantly working to improve its products. An example of this is the Polaris 570, which replaces the Polaris 500. The Sportsman 500 has been in production since 1996 and has sold over 600,000 of these ATVs. with modelPolaris Sportsman 570, first introduced in 2014, the firm hopes to be just as successful.

As you can see from the name of the car, the new engine has a displacement of about 570cc compared to the previous 500cc. Its power increased by 22%. But not only this distinguishes the new engine from the old one. The electronic fuel injection system enables smooth and reliable operation of the unit. In a number of models of this brand there are samples with EPS - electric power steering.

The new model has another important improvement - additional steel pipes in the C-pillar. This is the company's response to complaints about the Sportsman 500 regarding the inconvenience of securing luggage to slippery rack racks.

The chassis has been retained as users appreciate its smooth ride, stability and comfort. Saved and gearbox. One flick of the switch and the ATV goes from 4WD to 2WD mode.

The ATV is capable of taking a load of 40 kg and 80 kg on the rear and front luggage racks, respectively, towing loads of up to 555 kg are allowed. Moreover, cargo transportation and trailer towing can be carried out simultaneously.

The cost of the 2014 model, interestingly, remained at the same level as the cost of the 1996 model.

Conclusion

It remains to be added that the popularity of ATVs in general, and the popularity of ATVs "Polaris" (which means "Polar Star" in translation) in particular, is only growing over time. They firmly occupy already mastered niches in various fields of application and claim tonew.