2004 Polaris scrambler 500 4x4 test drive

[@rockspowersports]

If you enjoyed this video check out my other video of the 500’s little brother. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kF60YYiPp9KXpJI

[@Bobbytrus12]

Just subbed

[@tieoneon1614]

These were the OG Winter ATV favorite, cuz of that belt, power and 4wd. Where over grown kids learned to click 4wd, crank the bars all the way, and pin it until centrifugal forces sent u off it like a bullet.

[@adamace2002]

I have the same one Black with the flames with the fox shock 50th anniversary they are an awesome machine you do a clutch upgrade and you’re doing 70+

[@osbornebay944]

l have a 50th anni. model, and its a 2 stroke, is yours a 2 stroke?

[@adamace2002]

@@osbornebay944 no 4 stroke its a nasty bike vary reliable

[@ML-vk8ev]

Just bought a 2009. Coming off a kfx400 that will wheely at will. What clutch kit should I buy?

[@StelioKontos42069]

clutch kits give better acceleration and responsiveness they dont add 15+ mph to your top speed. unfortunately according to the polaris techs 500's dont make good gains from mods aside from a clutch kit for harder acceleration

[@upnorthvlogs]

@@osbornebay944 I have a 99 two-stroke how fast it supposed to go

[@rickkinsworthy7799]

I had a 99 Scrambler 500 2wd... Topped out @ 68mph... Loved that thing

[@rockspowersports]

Very fun wheelers!

[@thomasvanderheyden1640]

Got 2001 myself 2x4 I love it super low end torc best playtime bikes they ever made In my opinion

[@yt-timbo00]

@@rockspowersports can you show me how the starter solenoid wires in

[@nochan99]

[@factionfx]

63 is flying on that machine....low-mid 40's on my trailblazer 250 and it starts to get twitchy!

[@markavery2888]

I have both. The 500 rides better with the extra weight on the front suspension. I think the 250 bounces more. Eash is supe nice as a trail quad. :)

[@Truckman1980]

Really enjoy your videos Love this kind of stuff

[@rockspowersports]

Thanks! Glad to hear it.

[@That_Stage2STI]

I just purchased one of these figured i can give it a try since my warrior 350 is currently out of order im having it delivered in about 2 weeks

[@silentgi771]

I have 3 scrammy 500's, they are beast!

[@moparman9564]

I gotta 95 400 2 stroke and it's super fun. Mine has the front and rear rack. It's a blast bro

[@kollinspencer847]

scrambler with a front rack?

[@anthonypellegrino4513]

Solid review! All the stuff you would want to know, we'll done

[@s.a.stewart2743]

I have a 99 Polaris Sport 400, which is a 2wd version of what you are riding with a 379cc 2 stroke engine. It will EAT a Scrambler 500 when it comes to acceleration. It goes head to head with new Sportsmen 570 Polaris ATVs.

[@manuelkorivu3966]

My kind of riding with this bike , from 10:00. Very fun bike, ATV 😀

[@rockspowersports]

This scramblers almost 18 years old but it’s still a blast to do some fast pace trail riding!

[@kollinspencer847]

i have a scrambler 500 its a 2003 and ive noticed it almost has a built in low. you can feel and hear it

[@SpencerToto]

No way its that slow mine is a 2003 polaris scrambler 500 H.O and i was keeping up to a honda rubicon special edition 2023 going 90-100

[@rockspowersports]

This is MPH not kilometers

[@MirandaDetailing]

I may get one of these locally here,,,,hows the durability on these? any issues that they are known for?

[@rockspowersports]

There actually very reliable in my experience. The rear swing arm bushings will wear out if it was ridden hard and you will notice slop in the rear end. it’s not a huge deal but can be pricey to have someone change them out. As far as engine and transmission go there usually very solid units. There a lot of fun to trail ride, however without a low range there not great at towing or plowing. It’s can be done just not as good as a machine with a low gear.

[@MirandaDetailing]

@@rockspowersports that’s awesome! Yeah I’m not hard on my ATV’s so it should be fine. There’s a 2005 500HO in my area for a deal! Grabbing it soon I hope!

[@rockspowersports]

@@MirandaDetailing There nice machines, you won’t regret it!

[@j-beatsimaginationstudio1987]

I believe its 40 hp but I could be wrong. Be safe my friend ")

[@tylerrusty1122]

People have readings all over the place for these, My HO has 35 Horsepower. But many people have different numbers.

[@marvynrodriguez7514]

I think it's 38

[@j-beatsimaginationstudio1987]

@@tylerrusty1122 my service manual says 40 but they could be boasting lol

[@j-beatsimaginationstudio1987]

@@marvynrodriguez7514 my service manual says 40 but they could be boasting lol

[@j-beatsimaginationstudio1987]

@@tylerrusty1122 40 is what my service manual says but we all know they tend to put best possible stats in stuff like that lol 35 sounds more accurate lolol

[@yt-timbo00]

Can you show me the wire diagram of the starter solenoid

[@Joeak74]

Does it have compression braking?

[@Maria-hb3kc]

I wanna buy one Dat ain't running wat do I look for to know if the motor is any good or wat are the main problem they have?

[@rockspowersports]

It’s hard to tell what could be wrong with a non running machine without actually looking at it.

[@rockspowersports]

They are pretty reliable engines for the most part.

[@granthubbard4841]

Do you know how many teeth were the front sprocket?

[@serradosbagres1453]

What size are the tires?

[@ML-vk8ev]

I trail ride with a kfx400 that has been geared lower with the air box mod etc. I lift the front effortlessly to get through puddles and get over trees. I'm thinking about an 09 scrambler. Will it pick up the front end easily?

[@rockspowersports]

The scrambler will lift the front end pretty easy but not as easy as your kfx. Remember you have the weight of the 4x4 system in the front of the scrambler.

[@ML-vk8ev]

Trying to decide if I should buy an 09 Scrambler and put a snow plow and hitch on it. I know it won't go like my kfx but...hoping it would still be fun. I tend to pick up the front to keep dry and cross ditches and trees. I found another ltz in excellent condition so finding it hard to decide.

[@rockspowersports]

@@ML-vk8ev I’ve seen people have plows on the scramblers I’m not sure how they plow due to the lack of low range though..

[@ML-vk8ev]

I bought the 2009 Scrambler. Haven't really tested it out much. Just pulled the kids around on a sled a bit. Hoping it will be a good machine for me and the family

[@rockspowersports]

@@ML-vk8ev I’m sure you’ll get plenty of enjoyment out of that machine!

[@patrickfabre1990]

Scrambler 500 freedom 2007

[@danielyarros479]

What was the top speed on this

[@rockspowersports]

It’s near the end of the video I believe it was 63 on the gps

[@kimpham7592]

What is this worth , if I were to buy the same one today September 11th 2021 with sand tires ? Thanks

[@rockspowersports]

It all depends on the market around your area. I sold this machine 2 months ago for $2600

[@xandinefathom5485]

Any idea where I can get a gas tank for this bad boy?

[@rockspowersports]

Check ebay if your looking for a used one.

[@VinnieRed71]

Muffs power sports in Rhode Island. They have used parts for everything and they ship. Have hooked me up a few times anyway.

[@mrzoov3661]

Do these things handle jumps very well?

[@rockspowersports]

Small jumps are fine but it’s kind of a heavy machine to be doing any big jumps with it.

[@MedicatedOMO]

I've flown very long accidentally. If you land it correctly your fine. The lighter you are, the better it will land. Set your rear shock accordingly. I've rode mine 20 years with 2 front suspension tuneups, 2 new front struts and a new rear axle from a hillclimb roll my son did. $350 in parts...And back on the trail feeling like new. 2002 500 Scrambler X H.O. in 2 wheel drive...135 pounds lighter than 4x4. Faster and easier to jump with well.

[@StelioKontos42069]

you'll fuck up your alignment if you full send too hard

[@apadilla244]

Where did you buy yours?

[@rockspowersports]

I bought it second hand off Craigslist.

[@brentdominick5057]

How do you know if it’s a ho and what does that do and I’m looking to buy one what is the price I should pick one up for?

[@rockspowersports]

The HO is usually designated somewhere on the decals usually after the 500 you’ll see an HO. The ho just has a more aggressive camshaft and bigger carb. Pricing all depends on condition. I sold this one for $2600 but it was in very nice shape. I’ve seen some that are beat up go for as cheap as $1000.

[@brentdominick5057]

@@rockspowersports thank you so much!

[@rockspowersports]

Not a problem! Good luck on the search for one. They are a blast to drive.

[@brentdominick5057]

@@rockspowersports thank you and if I do buy one what should I look for to see if it was beat on it well taken care of?

[@rockspowersports]

You should be able to tell just condition wise. But I would check wheel bearings in the front the rear swing arm bearings. And obviously make sure it’s in good running condition.

[@osbornebay944]

My 50th Anniversary model is a 2 stroke 4x4, is yours a 4 stroke? l heard that 2 stroke would make over 100 miles per hour, true?

[@rockspowersports]

Mine is a 4 stroke the 400 2 strokes likr yours are very quick I think stock they will get into the 70’s but with alittle work you can really crank out some power from them.

[@stevehovorka6222]

No it won't do 100mph. Lol These are turds compared to Raptors, 450's, Banshees, Zillas, ect and none of those went 100mph

[@stevehovorka6222]

400's are 2 stroke, 500's are 4 stroke

[@jean-francoisbeauchemin1627]

J'ai eu un 2004.mais si ça aurait été un 500 cc deux temps je l'aurai garder ça c'est sûr car fun à piloter mais un 500 cc 2 temps, peux dire que ça aurait changer la done, j'aurai opté pour un moteur de 500cc deux temps au lieu de sortir des scrambler avec des cylindrés et poids démesurés et suspension indépendantes et à shaft drive,on est rendu avec une machine de 800 lbs.. Le 1000 XP il aurai fallu qu'il dépasse pas 570 lbs comme les anciens 500 mais c'étais impossible, ou faire un 800 cc avec essieu rigide et entrainement final par chaine pour le faire maigrir et garder le look de l'ancien à part lui changer les lumières un comme le outlaw de 2009 -2010, en 2010 Polaris avait changer le look du scrambler 500 mais j'ai toujours dit qu'ils avaient scier un outlaw et un sportsman 500 en deux et ils les avaient collé ensembles ;,au lieu de continuer à les améliorer ils ont arrêter la production des 500 pour se garocher dans des projets de gros quad coûteux et pas vendables et surtout les sides by sides que je maudit depuis toujours..Polaris sont comme GM dans l'automobile ils sautent d'un projet à l'autres sans essayer d'en améliorer un...

[@rockspowersports]

I agree with you, it would be a blast to have a light weight solid rear axle scrambler 800-850. The newer scrambler 850 and 1000 are nice but they are very big and heavy machines...

[@jean-francoisbeauchemin1627]

@@rockspowersports 500 2 STROKES ENGINE with top speed 70-72 mph very good for a 4x4 with chain drive and solid axle, a real sport 4x4..No big bore 850 or 1000cc..

[@ISuckAtCOD1]

40 hp on the ho

[@jean-francoisbeauchemin1627]

2005 NO 2004..

[@shondee7864]

That's a 05

[@wrsawy]

I owned one of these. Slow..... look cool, but suck.