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2014 Sportsman 850 Touring BUILD!
I have been researching a lot about lifts, tires, axles, etc on here, but wanted to run this by you guys……
Still on the fence about how mild or wild i may want to go with my 850 touring. I love the machine, my wife and I go out riding often, and I have been slowly working on things here and there. Basically, I either go with my wife and we are double up – more so out cruising and running anywhere from 20-50%. Or I go out with the guys and we are rippin it up, muddin, etc and running anywhere from 50-80% with shorts bouts of 100% if that makes sense.
So, with a little background, I wanted some insight into potentially carrying out this build. Let me know how you think this will hold up. I want it to be extremely reliable, not leave us stranded, but still be able to handle those days where I want to push it a little more! Anyone out there riding this setup or something similar? Am I missing anything?
I’m not as young and heavy on the throttle as I once was, and I like to think that this build would be a pretty dependable build for me.
A big thing I question is maybe getting something with a little more give than OL2s…. maybe mega mayhems or something.
Look forward to the always good feedback guys!
(2) $458.00 Outlaw DHT Axle for Polaris Sportsman 550/850, Scrambler XP 850/1000 Front
Vehicle: Polaris – Sportsman 850 Touring EPS – 2014
(2) $458.00 Outlaw DHT Axle for Polaris Sportsman 550/850, Scrambler 850/1000 Rear
Vehicle: Polaris – Sportsman 850 Touring EPS – 2014
(1) $314.95 3" Signature Series Lift Kit for Polaris Sportsman and Scrambler
Vehicle: Polaris – Sportsman 850 Touring EPS – 2014
(2) $388.00 Outlaw 2 Tire – 28X9.5X14
(2) $424.00 Outlaw 2 Tire – 28X11X14
Sub Total: $2,042.95
I would probably like to stick somewhat close to this budget. I thought I could do it for cheaper, but this seems like what I need to get it done right.
Submit your ATV – August – Polaris ATV of the Month Contest!

Get Ready! The August 2016 Polaris ATV of the month contest is starting RIGHT NOW! This month we are looking for the best photo that features your Polaris ATV. So get out there, get creative, enjoy some safe riding and take some photos! We welcome everyone including vendors to participate. The winner of the contest is decided by you the community, so stick around for the voting process.
- The photo must be posted in this thread.
- Only one picture will be allowed, so make it your best!
- You must be the owner of the Polaris ATV.
- Please include a description of your ATV with a list of all modifications and enhancements.
- You can only win once every 12 months
Voting will begin around August 15th, 2016 and run to the end of the month. Once the voting ends we will publish the winning photos on the front page and the winners will also receive:
- PolarisATVForums Stickers
- Premium Membership
- $25 Gift Card
- Your bike will be featured on the home page of the site
vics570 – Winner of July 2016 ATV of the Month!
vics570

2016 Sportsman 570
Beautiful Orange Burst
26" Pro Armor Attack Tires
Polaris 14" Buckle Wheels
Polaris Front & Rear Brush-Guards
Polaris Rear Rack Ext.
Kick ass skull shift knob
vics570 – Winner of July 2016 ATV of the Month!
vics570

2016 Sportsman 570
Beautiful Orange Burst
26" Pro Armor Attack Tires
Polaris 14" Buckle Wheels
Polaris Front & Rear Brush-Guards
Polaris Rear Rack Ext.
Kick ass skull shift knob
No snorkels for me
No snorkels for me
A-Arm Bushings
So, long story short, I’m rebuilding a 300FW that was recently acquired and while my cylinder is being honed for a .020 piston, I’ve been replacing bearing and cleaning up the chassis. One thing that I have been debating is going ahead and replacing the a-arm bushings with delrin or similar bushings and sleeves.
My bro-in-law, who has been rebuilding these bikes for a while, mentioned that he’s not had to replace the stock bushings on these bikes because he’s never had one go bad. I, on the other hand, have always seen a great improvement in using delrin control arm bushings in steering response and removing the sloppiness in steering/handling, but that experience has always been with cars that I used to use for track duty and "spirited" driving.
Have any of you replaced the stock a-arm bushings, with say the Race-Driven or other brand bushings, and noticed a difference in the feel of your quad? Is it worth the $100 or so and time and effort to do the job while it’s taken apart?
Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
Gladwin County ORV Fun Fest
Register by August 5th to be guaranteed. T-shirt!
Starting and Ending at the Gladwin County Fairgrounds, lots of parking for loading and unloading.
Fairgrounds camping to make it a family weekend with water and electric sites.Start and Return to your Campsite! Call 989-426-2311 to reserve
Mud Run at the fairgrounds with timed runs OR just for fun. Play or be a Spectator!
Kids can do a "kids timed run" if they have an age appropriate ORV, safety equipment and parents present.
ORV Cancer Ribbon with an aerial photo taken.
ORV PARADE THROUGH DOWNTOWN GLADWIN
Photo Op moment with your ride- special framed backdrop.
Prizes for:
1st place group
Muddiest Rider
Oldest Rider
Youngest Rider
Furthest Distance to Come
Timed Runs
70+ mile ride throughout Gladwin County: One game card per unit- anyone in the group can do the game at each of the 7 stops!.
OR Historic Scenic Ride 30+ miles while stopping visiting local Amish to see Leatherwork, Woodworking, Jams, Quilts, & historic landmarks to hear history from our local historian. (A slower paced ride)
BBQ Pork dinner from Bob’s
Bob B Que
Shaded picnic area
Vendor booths to shop
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE OR CALL Yvette at 989-802-1771