2005 Polaris Classic 550

What a disappointment

I bought this sled based on my experience with the Polaris brand in the past. What a mistake! I bought it used from my mechanic, who had already replaced a blown piston at less than 500 miles. I used the sled for two seasons, putting on less than 500 miles total. Fresh off the trailer two weeks ...ago, it blew another piston, less than 500 miles after the first time! Polaris of course is very sorry, but seems to have no interest in doing anything about it, other than suggesting I take it to my dealer. This is a well known and well documented problem with the 550 motor, yet they don't seem to think it's a problem. After 30 years of riding Polaris, I am headed to Ski Doo. I hate to go, but if this is any indication of the quality of the new Polaris, I'm not willing to take the chance of blowing another one up (twice)! Read Full Review

Wouldn't buy again

What a mistake. Purchased one of these used from a friend with 600 miles on it a couple of years ago. He had already rebuilt the engine once, and less than 300 miles later, it blew up again. When I contacted Polaris directly, they told me that they "were not aware of any widespread problems ...with the engine". Really? Take a look at the forums on line and decide for yourself. I have an '88 Indy Trail with the 488 fan in it that still to this day will start in less than 5 pulls. The engine has never been touched and has over 5000 miles on it. I had been a Polaris owner for over 30 years, but after the second blow up, I went out and bought a Yamaha Vector LTX four stroke - may pick up another one this fall! Buy this sled with caution. Read Full Review

Very good handling / performance for its class

Have 4500 miles. Surprised how well it handles. Smooth, effortless. For its 60hp class there is lots of power. Quickly gets to 50mph and cruises along at 60. Top speed must be less then 70

After 4500miles still runs great, no problems

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