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2006 Polaris Scrambler 500 ATV Specs South Africa

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2006 Polaris Scrambler 500 ATV quad bike specs

Polaris Scrambler 500 2006

Make

Polaris

Model

Scrambler

Year

2006

Type

Racing Quad Bikes

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Engine Spec
Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ): 499 cc / 30.4
Engine Valves: DOHC
Valve Configuration: 4-valves
Total Valves: 4
Engine Type: four-stroke
Engine Cooling: liquid-cooled
Engine Cylinders: Single
Displacement To Weight CC: 0.87
Bore Stroke(mm): 92mm x 75mm
Bore Stroke(in): 3.62in. x 2.96 in.
Compression Ratio: 10:2
Fuel System: Carburetor
Fuel System Brand: Mikuni
Carburetor Size MM: 40
Carborator Count: 1
Fuel Type: Petrol
Ignition: Electric / Pull
Brakes
Brakes Front: Single-lever hydraulic disc with hydraulic rear foot brake
Brakes Rear: Single-lever hydraulic disc with hydraulic rear foot brake
Suspension
Front Suspension: MacPherson strut with 8.2 in. travel (20.8 cm)
Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.): 208 / 8.2
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load: No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping: No
Suspension Rear: Progressive-rate swing arm with 10.5 in. travel (26.7 cm)
Suspension Rear - Material: Steel
Rear Travel (mm / in.): 267 / 10.5
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping: No
Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load: No
Number of Rear Shock Absorbers: 1
Air Adjustable: No
Dimensions and Weight
Length (mm / in.): 1905 / 75
Width (mm / in.): 1168 / 46
Height (mm / in.): 1194 / 47
Ground Clearance (mm / in.): 140 / 5.5
Wheelbase (mm / in.): 1219 / 48
Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.): 259.5 / 571
GVWR (Kg / Lbs.): 383 / 845
Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive
Transmission: F/N/R
Transmission Make: Polaris Variable Transmission (PVT)
Final Drive: Rear: Concentric chain Front: Shaft
Drive line Modes: 2
Primary Drive Engine / Transmission: Belt
Primary Drive - Front Wheels: Shaft
Driveline Make: On-Demand
Limited Slip Diff Location: Front
Hi / Low Range: No
Reverse: Yes
Tires and Rims
Tires Front: 23 x 7-10
Front Tire Diameter (in): 23
Front Tire Width (in): 7
Front Rim Diameter (in): 10
Tires Rear: 22 x 11-10
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 22
Rear Tire Width (in): 11
Rear Rim Diameter (in): 10
Rim Material: Steel
Rear Solid Axle: Yes
Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.): 13.2 / 3.5
Seats
Seat Height (mm / in.): 864 / 34
Number Of Seats: 1
Seat Location: Driver
Seat Material: Vinyl
Seat Type: One-Piece
Seat Adjustable: No
Towing
Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.): 386 / 850
Instrumentation
Fuel Level Warning Type: Gauge
Temperature Warning Type: Light
Lighting
Lighting: Halogen
Headlights: Standard
Halogen Headlights: Standard
Colours
Metallic: Yes
Exterior - Safety and Design
Bash Plate (Front): Yes
Body Material: Plastic
Brush Guard: No
Floor Boards: Standard
Folding Foot Pegs: No
Frame: Steel
Front Bumper: Standard
Front Fender: Standard
Front Stabilizer Bar: No
Hand Grips: Standard
Radiator Guard: No
Rear Bumper: Standard
Rear Fender: Standard
Rear Stabilizer Bar: No
Steering
Steering Type: Manual
Turning Circle: Inside tire: 83 in. (210.8 cm)
Manufacturer and Warranty
Manufacturer Country: USA
Recommend Minimum Age: 16
Parent Company: Polaris