NEWSportsman XP® 850 H.O. EPS Orange LE
Sportsman XP® 850 H.O. EPS - Xtreme Performance
The NEW Sportsman XP® 850 H.O. EPS is built for Xtreme Performance. For 2012 it gets a NEW High-Output 850 Twin EFI engine, cranking out more HP. Add Electronic Power Steering with Variable Assist for easier steering at lower speeds.
Top Features:
  • NEW! High Output engine is 20% faster off the line.
  • NEW! Upgraded throttle bodies, smoother throttle response.
  • SOHC engine creates a clean fuel burn, smooth power delivery.
  • Active Descent Control and Engine Braking System.
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FEATURES: HARDEST WORKING. SMOOTHEST RIDING.
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NEW! More Powerful 850 EFI High Output Engine
This NEW High-Output 850 Twin EFI engine with a SOHC cranks out even more horse power. It delivers 20% quicker acceleration off the line with greater power to the ground. Add-in a clean fuel burn and smooth power delivery with dual-balanced shafts and you’ve got the power you're looking for to trail ride and hunt.
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ON-DEMAND TRUE ALL WHEEL DRIVE
Still the best automatic 4x4 system out there, the AWD engages all four tires when the rear wheels slip and you need more forward traction. Reverts back to 2WD when you don’t.
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ACTIVE DESCENT CONTROL (ADC) AND ENGINE BRAKING SYSTEM (EBS)
Work together to monitor and control downhill braking to give you optimum control and smooth, even deceleration during descents (less than 15 mph).
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MAXIMUM POWER AND FUNCTIONALITY
With the power to tow 1,500 lbs. and carry a total of 360 lbs. on racks, plus the ability to accessorize in seconds with the Lock & Ride cargo system.
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HUGE RACK CAPACITY
Lock & Ride front and rear racks can carry an industry-leading combined 360 lbs and boast 100 tie-down points on strong, rust-free composite racks. Letting you carry all of your gear securely and easily.
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ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (EPS)
The smoothest, most responsive power steering available, with 30% more power assist than the leading competitor, plus Variable Assist for easier steering at lower speeds. Our EPS let's you ride all day with less fatigue from steering.
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ERGONOMICS FOR YOUR COMFORT
With the engine rotated 90 degrees, riders enjoy 33% wider floorboards and narrow vehicle width at the knees and ankles. The narrower seat reduces leg fatigue and increases rider comfort.
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Class-Leading 12" Ground Clearance
With 12" of ground clearance, clear bigger rocks, navigate deeper ruts, and go where other ATVs can't.
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ANTI-KICKBACK STEERING
Placing the steering axis near the neutral center of the tire and having the long Dual A-Arm Front Suspension dramatically reduces kickback and minimizes rider fatigue that comes with jolts to the handlebars from trail and ground obstacles.
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LEGENDARY SMOOTH ROLLED IRS
Years of innovation and relentless tuning have refined the ride to a level unmatched in the industry. Rolled Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) angles the shocks rearward for 10.25" of travel leading to a smoother ride and less squat during acceleration.
  • 5-Layer Metallic Automotive-Style Finish Is 9 Times More Scratch-Resistant Than Standard Plastic
  • The radiator is raised high to keep it out of the mud. It's large surface area provides more cooling capacity to your machine. And with removable Lock & Ride® front rack, it's easily accessible and easier to clean.
  • Carlisle 489 II tires are standard and give you more traction to the ground, improved cornering, and increased durability out on the trail.
  • Two lights are located in the front bumper and one mounted in the handlebar pod. Maximize your lighting with the ability to have all three on at once for 150 W of power.
Limited Edition Features
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  • Machined black cast aluminum 14" wheels
  • Orange Madness automotive style paint
  • Black Carbon Fiber pattern side panels
  • Custom cut & sew orange and black seat
  • Color matched painted front and rear suspension springs
  • Carlisle 489II 14" tires
COMPETITIVE COMPARISONS
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Sportsman XP® 850 H.O. YAMAH GRIZZLY® 700 FI AUTO 4X4 KAWASAKI BRUTE FORCE® 750 4X4i
rack capacity 120/240 lbs. (54.4/108.9 kg) 99/187 lbs. (44.9/84.8 kg) 88/176 lbs. (39.9/79.8 kg)
engine 850cc Twin EFI 686 cc Single 749cc Twin EFI
suspension 9/10.25" (22.9/26 cm) 7.1/9.5" (18/24.1 cm) 6.7/7.9" (17/20.1 cm)
clearance 12" (30.5 cm) 11.8" (30cm) 9.4" (23.8 cm)
Why Polaris Wins Polaris Sportsman XP 850 H.O. with more power, more suspension travel, higher ground clearance and superior rack capacity is the Hardest Working. Smoothest Riding. Big Bore ATV out there.
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2012 Sportsman XP ® 850 H.O. EPS vs. Kawasaki Brute Force ® 750 4x4i
Check out the 2012 Sportsman 850 H.O. EPS beat the competition in Power, hauling, towing, suspension travel, four wheel drive, and electroic power steering in this head to head showdown.
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