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2009 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Manual
Top Rated Muscle at Bottom Dollar
500 4x4 Manual Red
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The formidable Arctic Cat 500 4x4 has been a
longstanding choice from the work to
recreational rider. Equipped with all the
performance, styling and low-maintenance
features of the rest of the Arctic Cat FIS
models, the affordable 500 is the answer
for anyone that wants a top-rated machine but
places a premium on value.
Leading the charge is body styling with wide
fenders for increased protection from water and
mud spray, “Cat-Eye”
headlights, full plastic floorboards that are
integrated with body plastic and a large,
centrally-located storage compartment. A
wide seat adds comfort and features an
easy-to-use latch for seat removal and provides
access to the tool tray.
Getting more traction out of the 500 models is
as easy as flipping a switch. The full-lock
front differential is easily activated
from a handlebar mounted lever to quickly
engage/disengage the front wheels. It
complements the electronic 2WD/4WD
switch for convenient power delivery options and
riding ease.
Like most of the Arctic Cat models, the 500’s
come standard with a slimline SpeedRack front
and rear, reducing weight while
adding unmatched versatility with a large
selection of accessory attachments. A
rear-mounted 6.5-gallon fuel tank offers
outstanding range, and the sealed air intake is
located near the front of the machine assuring a
quiet ride. The hydraulic foot
rear brake system with remote reservoir is
matched with floating calipers for added value.
500-class consumers have their choice of a
Duramatic Automatic Transmission, which features
engine braking, or the auto
clutch five-speed manual transmission (with
Hi/Lo range). A one-piece, toe shifter is
standard on all Manual 2009 models.
Powering the 500 is the rugged Suzuki, 499cc,
liquid-cooled, four-stroke engine that maintains
consistent performance in any
condition.
Best-in-class features on the 500’s include 12
inches of ground clearance, 10 inches of
suspension travel, 100/200-lb.
front/rear rack capacities, 1,050-lb. towing
capacity, standard 2-in. “automotive style”
receiver hitch and maintenance-free
suspension bushings.
Adding comfort and convenience are features like
Auto Electronic Choke for quick, one-touch
starting, a digital instrument pod
with 14 different display indicators like MPH,
odometer, dual trip meters, hour meter, clock
and fuel level, and a five-position
spring preload adjustment on the front and rear
shocks, and single lever, hand-operated
hydraulic disc brakes.
Key Buying Points
- Suzuki power has been a
standing ingredient of
the 500 class. As you
can imagine, the 500
has a powerful 493cc,
SOHC, single-cylinder,
liquid-cooled engine,
designed for a wide
torque curve with the
smoothest power
- 500-class consumers
have their choice of a
Duramatic Automatic
Transmission, which
features engine braking,
or the auto clutch
five-speed manual
transmission (with Hi/Lo
range). A one-piece, toe
shifter is standard on all
Manual 2009 models.
Powering the 500 is the
rugged Suzuki, 499cc,
liquid-cooled, four-stroke
engine that maintains
consistent performance
in any condition.
- Best-in-class features on
the 500’s include 12
inches of ground
clearance, 10 inches of
suspension travel,
100/200-lb. front/rear
rack capacities,
1,050-lb. towing
capacity, standard 2-in.
“automotive style”
receiver hitch and
maintenance-free
suspension bushings.
- Adding comfort and
convenience are features
like Auto Electronic
Choke for quick,
one-touch starting, a
digital instrument pod
with 14 different display
indicators like MPH,
odometer, dual trip
meters, hour meter,
clock and fuel level, and
a five-position spring
preload adjustment on
the front and rear
shocks, and single lever,
hand-operated hydraulic
disc brakes.
Features & Benefits
New for 2009
Key Features:
Digital Instrument Pod
• Displays up to 14 critical operation
information indicators including: clock/hour
meter, fuel level, mode button, set/reset
button,
odometer/trip, gear position,
speedometer/tachometer, needle display,
differential lock, drive select, high beam,
battery condition,
temperature and oil pressure.
Protection and Low-Maintenance
• Wide fenders for increased water and mud
protection, a high-density durable plastic
skidplate that doesn’t rip or rust, “Stick
Stoppers”
protect CV boots and ATVs are outfitted with
Zero-maintenance suspension bushings, sealed
drive shafts (front and rear), and
constant-velocity (CV) joints
Standard Tools
• Seat latch allows for easy installation and
removal to gain access to the integrated,
organized tool tray underneath the seat
Tires
• Goodyear MTR (25x8-12 front, 25x10-12 rear)
Exhaust system
• Large diameter, stainless steel header pipe
allows engine to breathe easier and resists
possible corrosion
Manual Shifter
• One-piece toe shifter (manual transmissions)
for optimal manual shifting performance that can
be converted to heel-toe shifter. All
conversion parts included with unit
Automatic Transmission
• With Hi/Lo-Range allows responsive
acceleration and engine braking. Transmission
also features start-in-gear to get you going
faster.
Engine Features:
Engine
• 493cc 4-stroke, single-cylinder, liquid cooled
engine
Carburetor
• 36mm Keihin carburetor with automatic
electronic choke
Cooling
• Liquid cooling system with high-capacity
radiator and thermostatically-controlled cooling
fan provides consistent engine operating
temperatures
Transmission
• Duramatic Automatic Transmission, with long
life maintenance free belt
Chassis/Suspension:
Fully Independent Suspension (FIS) How it works
with or without a swaybar
• Arctic Cat ATVs have an optional sway bar
available as an accessory purchase through your
authorized dealer. Similar to any off-road
4x4 vehicle, eliminating the sway bar, lets the
10” of front or rear Fully Independent
Suspension articulate through the full range of
suspension travel. This increased articulation
provides full tire contact in all types of
off-camber terrain. The addition of the sway bar
will
impact the traction capabilities; however, it
will enhance flatter cornering in aggressive
trail riding
Industry Leading Ground Clearance
• 12” of ground clearance enhances the ability
to navigate through mud or over large rocks,
logs, and other objects encountered in rough
terrain
Adjustable Preload Shocks
• Set the spring preload (5 rear positions, 5
front positions) on the shocks to tailor the
ride to individual riding styles, terrains and
loads
On-The-Fly Electric Shift 2-to 4-Wheel Drive
with Front Locking Differential
• Full-lock front differential transfers engine
torque to both front wheels when selected for
added traction with a flip of the switch.
4x4/2x4 switch is located on right-side
handlebar for quick, convenient shifting
in-and-out of four-wheel drive
Large Capacity SpeedRacks
• Industry leading weight capacity and overall
cargo carrying surface area allows 100 lb
carrying capacity on the front rack and 200 lbs.
on the rear
SpeedRack Technology
• Allows very quick installation and removal of
a wide variety of Arctic Cat exclusive
accessories without the need for tools, bloody
knuckles or swearing
• SpeedRack and its accessories add value to the
machine and also enhance the efficiency of your
hunting, fishing, farming or utility
chores
2-Inch Automotive Style Receiver Hitch
• This feature allows the consumer to remove the
hitch from their 2” automotive receiver and
install it into the ATV’s receiver hitch
Floating Hydraulic Disc Brakes
• Low maintenance, positive stopping power in
either dry or wet conditions
Color Options
• Green, Red
AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES:
Please log on to www.arcticcat.com or browse the
2009 Arcticwear and Accessories brochure at you
nearest Arctic Cat dealer.
Specifications
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