help with polaris sportsman

[88Nightmare]

does anyone know how to work on them? specifically someone who has done a clutch on these before? I am looking to do one on mine but have never worked on one of these before. any advice or help would be appreciated...

[Breecher_7]

When do you want to do it mike? Its really easy. I thought you were selling it?

[88Nightmare]

decided not to. probably look into doing it the following weekend.

[pickardracing]

Polaris?

Gas can and a match.

[88Nightmare]

fantastic. I was asking for help, not smartass comments. I happen to like my four wheeler very much, and with my 5 year warranty, I could care less what breaks, its $0 deductible. The four wheeler looks sharp, performs well, and has decent power for anything I do.

[Cryptic]

I'm confused... you have a warranty... but your asking how to fix it.

:confused

[pickardracing]

I'm going to assume that whatever he's done with it would probably void the warranty.

[lilws6]

clutch is a wear part no warranty unless it like exploded and it was completly not his fault

[88Nightmare]

im not looking for help fixing something thats broken. im looking at help installing an aftermarket clutch.

[70challenger]

Polaris?

Gas can and a match.

thats why i bought a polaris with a manual!! haha j/k ive changed the belt on my dads before and its not bad to do. not sure on a clutch kit though, if its anything like their sleds, its not hard but u need some special tools.

[88Nightmare]

man I love the Polaris's we have, I just want to clutch them both. The one I want to clutch first is the 2003 Sportsman 600 twin (carb'd if it matters).

[juicedimpss]

bubba,bring my park benches and some pizza,we can git-r-dunn

[DirtyMax]

Not trying to be an ass but why jeopardize that great warranty by clutching that machine? You know damn well if any little thing goes wrong, they'll fight tooth and nail to blame it on the hotter clutch. That machine is stout enough. You'd be better off with an aftermarket muffler that thing if you haven't already. Gobs of power improvements to be had there and if you do a slip-on, the warranty is still ok if you buy the Polaris pipe. Had a friend do one and it really woke his machine up without making it terribly obnoxious in the least!

Edit: I just saw that you want to tackle the older one first. In that one's case, git r done!

Good luck no matter which path you choose.

/soapbox....

[88Nightmare]

the older one will be receiving a clutch first in order to handle a pipe, intake, and a re-jet on the carb. the newer one will eventually end up with a polaris pipe, intake, and an efi tuner..... some day :D

[H8RADE]

Order a couple of Heelclicker setups and I will help ya out.
I did mine in about 1 hour with hand tools, and can safely say it was the best $200 or so I spent on the rig.
Heelclicker is the way to go, with custom weight setups for each machine/rider size/riding style.
Call me if you want my hookup.

:thumbsup

[88Nightmare]

i was told heelclickers arent all that good, but I dont understand why? what did you like about yours?

[Breecher_7]

Mike, get all your parts and let me know when you get them, we will get it done.

[88Nightmare]

do I need any specialty tools or anything?

[Breecher_7]

I dont believe so, if anyone knows somthing about this that I dont though, chime in.

[juicedimpss]

do I need any specialty tools or anything?

prob a primary clutch pulley,so you can properly shim the spider for the correct belt clearance,and the secondary will need a big snap ring pliers.

[88Nightmare]

where can I buy such tools? Is this a job for Snap On or Matco/Mac tools?

[juicedimpss]

where can I buy such tools? Is this a job for Snap On or Matco/Mac tools?

snap ring pliers yes,puller needs to come from parts unlimited or dealer

[Breecher_7]

prob a primary clutch pulley,so you can properly shim the spider for the correct belt clearance,and the secondary will need a big snap ring pliers.



I have that stuff....and more.... :thumbsup Anything a motorcycle would require, i have...

[H8RADE]

You don't need a puller.
For the newer one, you don't need a spacer either.
Not sure about the older one.
I loved my Heelclicker...instant, hard acceleration and a little more on the top end...plus less belt wear due to less slippage.
Google some reviews, webtard.
:thumbsup

[88Nightmare]

dude my older sportsman is the same age as yours was, so how do you not know whats required for installation on it when you've done that install already :D

[H8RADE]

dude my older sportsman is the same age as yours was, so how do you not know whats required for installation on it when you've done that install already :D

My late '04 didn't need a spacer, but the newer ones might.
The HC instructions will let you know.
It's really not a tough job at all, so let me know if you need a hand.

[88Nightmare]

i will get back to ya scott, thanks

[Breecher_7]

What I tell you, just get the fuggin parts!

[Brandon W.]

if the Clutch puller for my scrambler is the same as your sportsman, i have one. i dont know if there are different clutch sizes but worth a shot anyways i guess.

[88Nightmare]

What I tell you, just get the fuggin parts!

im workin on it