2011 Polaris Sportsman
400 HO Utility ATV Test Ride Review
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The IRS rear suspension on the Sportsman
allows for 11.25 inches of ground clearance.
While traversing deep rock strewn river crossings
at Bull Run the advantages of the IRS and
high ground clearance were evident, not once
did get hung up or have fear of getting stuck.
On the trails the rear suspension does a good
job absorbing impacts from rocks and roots
all while maintaining a stable chassis.
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The
Independent Rear Suspenion gives the
Polaris Sportsman a very plush ride
on the trail and in open fields
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The
Polaris Sportsman 400 HO features a
single lever linked brake system that
applies brakes to all four wheels |
Polaris outfitted the Sportsman 400 HO with
a single lever linked brake system. The linked
brakes produce four wheel stopping power with
only one lever. The Linked braking system
comes in handy in tight conditoins and is
simple but very effective. There is also a
separate hydraulic rear foot brake in case
the situation arises that requires a rear
only brake application.
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Polaris Sportsman 400 HO features a convenient
cargo box located in the rear of the ATV
that can safely stow away your personal
belongings |
While the entry Sportsman line
of ATV's are a lot of fun on the trails they
are also designed and intended to be very capable
of doing work at the same time. The sportsman
400 HO is equipped with Polaris's patented Lock
and Ride system on both the front and rear rack
system. The front rack has an optional locking
cargo box.
The front rack has the capability
of carrying 80lbs while the rear rack can handle
180lbs. Towing capacity on the Sportsman 400
HO is rated at 1225 lbs. With all the available
Pure Polaris Lock and Ride accessories and the
built in capability the Sportsman 400 HO is
at home and very capable at work or play.
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Polaris Sportsman 400 HO is very capable
of work and play all of which can be
done on this budget priced entry level
Utility ATV |
We are confident that Polaris 2011 Sportsman
400 HO will prove to be a top performer in it
class. The 455cc engine has plenty of power
for both work and play. The chassis and suspension
is on par with other units in its class. The
extensive accessory options from Pure Polaris
allow the consumer to personalize the Sportsman
with just about any optional equipment you can
think of. It is hard to believe all this form
and function is available on a budget priced
entry level ATV
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2100 Highway 55
Medina, MN 55340
(763) 417-8650
