2012 Polaris LXT 550 IQ
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2012 Polaris LXT 550 IQ Specifications
| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Touring |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $7,399.00 |
| Dealers | Polaris Dealers |
| Warranty | 12 |
| Insurance |
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| Engine: | |
| Engine Brand Name | Polaris® |
| Engine Type | Horizontal In-line |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Stroke | 2-Stroke |
| Horsepower (bhp/kW) | 60 / 44.8 |
| Cooling | Air / Fan |
| Valve Configuration | Reed Valve |
| Bore (mm/in) | 73 / 2.88 |
| Stroke (mm/in) | 65 / 2.56 |
| Displacement (cc/ci) | 544 / 33.2 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel Requirements | Regular |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Oil Injected |
| Turbocharged | No |
| Supercharged | No |
| Carburetion Brand | Mikuni |
| Fuel Injector | No |
| Carburetor | Yes |
| Number Of Carburetors | 2 |
| Carburetor Size (mm) | 34 |
| Carburetion Type | Carburetor |
| Kill Switch / Tether Cord | Standard |
| Transmission: | |
| Transmission Type | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) | Belt |
| Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission) | Belt |
| Reverse | Yes |
| Hi / Low Range | No |
| Clutch Brand | P-85 / P2 |
| Throttle Type | Thumb |
| Brakes: | |
| Brake Brand Name | Phantom™ |
| Rear Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc |
| Suspension: | |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Trailing Arm |
| Front Travel (in/mm) | 10 / 254 |
| Front Suspension Brand Name | IQ |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | No |
| Adjustment Type | Shock Mounted Adjustment |
| Rear Travel (in/mm) | 14 / 356 |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 |
| Rear Suspension Brand Name | IQ |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No |
| Front Shock Absorber Brand | Ryde FX® |
| Front Shock Absorber Type | Adjustable Gas Shock |
| Coil Over Shock | Yes |
| Rear Shock Absorber Brand | Ryde FX® |
| Rear Shock Absorber Type | Gas Shock |
| Center Shock Absorber Brand | Ryde FX® |
| Center Shock Absorber Type | Adjustable Gas Shock |
| Steering: | |
| Steering Type | Manual |
| Steering Control | Handlebar |
| Technical Specifications: | |
| Length (ft) | 10 |
| Width (in/mm) | 48 / 1220 |
| Height (in/mm) | 48.5 / 1232 |
| Maximum Ski Stance (in/mm) | 42.5 / 1080 |
| Minimum Ski Stance (in/mm) | 42.5 / 1080 |
| Length (ft/ft) | 10 |
| Length (ft/in) | 0 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 544 / 247 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 11.5 / 43.5 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 1 |
| Seats: | |
| Seat Type | One-Piece |
| Adjustable | No |
| Seat Material | Vinyl |
| Seat Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Folding | No |
| Number Of Seats | 2 |
| Backrest Type | Detachable |
| Backrest Location | Passenger |
| Lumbar Adjustment | No |
| Grab Rail or Strap | Standard |
| Exterior: | |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Body Material | Plastic |
| Frame Brand | IQ |
| Floor Board Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Skid Resistant | Yes |
| Tunnel Braces | No |
| Hand Grips | Standard |
| Saddle Bag Guard | No |
| Belt Guard | Yes |
| Hand Guards | No |
| Brush Guard | No |
| Light Guard | No |
| Snow Guard | Yes |
| Exterior Covers | Standard |
| Handlebars | Standard |
| Front Bumper | Standard |
| Rear Bumper | Standard |
| Passenger Foot Rests | Standard |
| Ski Material | Composite |
| Ski Handle | Standard |
| Skag Material | Carbide |
| Instrumentation: | |
| Speedometer | Standard |
| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge |
| Pricing: | |
| Warranty (Months/Condition) | 12 / Limited |
| Identification: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Touring |
| Manufacturer Country | USA |
| Introduction Year | 2011 |
| Parent Company | Polaris |
| Display Name | 550 IQ LXT |
| Drive Line: | |
| Track Brand | Hacksaw |
| Track Length (in/mm) | 136 / 3454.4 |
| Track Width (in/mm) | 15 / 381 |
| Lug Height (in/mm) | 1 / 25.4 |
| Number Of Tracks | 1 |
| Mounts: | |
| Windshield Mounts | Standard |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Metallic | No |
| Decal Kit | Standard |
| Glass: | |
| Rearview Mirrors | Standard |
| Height Adjustable | No |
| Tinted | No |
| Heated | No |
| Height | High |
| Storage: | |
| Underseat Storage | Standard |
| Lockable Storage | Standard |
| Rear Rack | Standard |
| Rear Rack Storage Material | Soft Vinyl |
| Rear Rack Storage Trim | Plain |
| Rack Rails Location | Rear |
| Glove Box / Dash Storage | Standard |
| Lights: | |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Type | Halogen |
| Convenience: | |
| Heated Hand Grip Location | Driver |
| Adjustable | Yes |
User Reviews
i bought it new from dealer
By megan lisa butt(Owner), Feb. 22, 2015
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Comfort and ease
By Bjorn-Steinar Hanssen(Owner), Mar. 23, 2014
Still got warranty and everything.
Comfortable, easy to manuvre, soft clutch setup for easy handeling.
(Last snowmobile was a 600h.o. switchback and I didn't like the hard ride.)
Great gas-saver, and allready lended it to surprised friends. ... Read Full Review
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