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2009
Polaris
Big Boss
The
Polaris Big Boss line has been around since way back when.
It actually
began with a 250cc two stroke engine powering the 6x6 workhorse. How
times have changed!
For 2009 the "Boss" comes with an 800cc fuel
injected, liquid cooled, four stroke twin engine with electric start.
So now you can work from the high altitude mountains to the sea level
beaches knowing you're getting the maximum power possible. Neither will
you have to worry about cold weather starting - EFI knows best!
The
PVT transmission (Polaris' name for their CVT) is back providing on
demand 6-wheel drive. Now it's teamed with the EBS (engine braking
system) and the disc brakes to give you Active Descent Control.
That's
a corporate acronym way of saying you don't have to ride the brakes
going down hills with a full load. And speaking of ride - it will be a
smooth one with the all wheel independent suspension.
But
let's be honest here - most folks won't buy the Polaris Big Boss for
the Cadillac ride. No, most Big Bosses will spend their lives working.
Since that's exactly what they were designed for, that's not a bad
thing.
I won't bore you with details about the front cargo box
(bigger than any other ATV's), the 1,500 lb towing capacity, or the
rear dumping cargo box that will carry 800 lbs. Instead, we'll give you
some quotes from some actual owner interviews. Because those are the
only ones that really matter.
"I guess I'll start by telling you that this machine
is an absolute monster. I have tried time and time again to find out
just what will stop this ATV, and as of yet have yet to find anything
reasonable".
"One of the greatest features about this ATV is that
you can switch from 4-wheel drive to full time 6 wheel drive in motion.
No stopping, or putting it in neutral, just flip the switch, and the
ATV
will take care of the rest. The brakes, are disc brakes all around, and
will stop you a lot faster than you think they will, even with a full
load."
"This
machine is a must have for any property owner
that takes an active role in shaping his/her land. I have used this ATV
to haul timber that I have just cut down, used it to clear paths in
tall grass, and even to get me across the muddy bed of a nearby creek."
"It has hauled my portable saw mill, helped remove
game during hunting seasons, and even stands up to the abuse my buddies
and I give it just messing around on the land. And by the way hunters,
we have hauled up to 3 large deer in the cargo area alone with this
machine, and another will usually fit on the front rack. And no matter
how many, you can fit, this machine will move it quick and
effortlessly."
"The Polaris 6x6 is an absolute monster of an ATV
and
will handle anything and more than any ATV you currently use can. It is
the
greatest machine I have had the pleasure of using...Well besides maybe
the bulldozer we used to flatten some land. But a very close second."
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I
couldn't say it any better myself. The only common complaint was a
feeling of some top heaviness and difficulty making sharp turns. But
hey - it's a 6x6 utility ATV - kinda goes with the territory.
Even
though the Polaris Big Boss has been around several years, the majority
of owners still give it top ratings. And that's what makes it a real
"Boss" in my book.
Specifications - Polaris Big Boss
| MANUFACTURER |
Polaris |
| MODEL YEAR |
2009 |
| MODEL |
Sportsman® Big Boss 6x6 800 |
| M.S.R.P. * |
$9,699.00 |
| ENGINE |
4-stroke |
| DISPLACEMENT |
760 cc twin |
| CARBURETION |
40 mm throttle body, EFI |
| COOLING |
Liquid |
| STARTER |
Electric |
| TRANSMISSION |
P/R/N/L/H |
| FINAL DRIVE |
Shaft |
| DRIVE SYSTEM |
4x4 |
| SUSPENSION |
Front: MacPherson strut; 8.2 in. (20.8 cm) travel
Mid: Fully independent; 6.12 in. (15.5 cm) travel
Rear: Fully independent with anti-roll bar; 6.12 in. (15.5 cm) travel |
| BRAKES |
Front & Rear: Single lever hydraulic disc |
| TIRES |
Front: 25 x 8-12
Rear: 25 x 11-12 |
| LENGTH |
112 in. (284.5 cm) |
| WIDTH |
48 in. (121.9 cm) |
| HEIGHT |
48 in. (121.9 cm) |
| WHEELBASE |
79.5 in. (201.9 cm) |
| SEAT HEIGHT |
34 in. (86.4 cm) |
| GROUND CLEARANCE |
10.5 in. (26.7 cm) |
| DRY WEIGHT |
1,060 lbs. (408.8 kg) |
| FUEL CAPACITY |
4.1 gal. (15.5 l) |
| LOAD CAPACITY |
Front Rack: 100 lbs. (45.4 kg)
Rear Rack: 800 lbs. (362.8 kg) |
| TOWING CAPACITY |
1,500 lbs. (680.4 kg |
Related
links:
2009 Polaris Big Boss features and
specs.
Polaris ATV
- Exclusive Guide to the Polaris ATV Models Complete with Reviews,
Videos, Specifications, and More.
Polaris
Sportsman XP - 2009 Polaris Sportsman XP Review with Video of
All the New Features.
Polaris
UTV - Exclusive Reports on the full Polaris Ranger line up.
World of ATVs Home page
from Polaris Big Boss.
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