06 Sportsman Belt ?

[dustin85]

I have an 06 Sportsman 500. I have about 700 miles on it. How soon should I look forwad to replacing the belt on this thing? I know there are may variables that would factor into the belt condition, etc. Is this another item that I shoud add to the list of things to pack into my cargo box for trips? Does anyone have troubles with them going to #$!! on them while they are riding? Is there a certain age/mileage to look out for? Thanks!

[Tyler23]

i just replace them when they break. my sportsman has over 6,000 miles and ive only had to put 2 new belts on it(and i ride pretty hard). i would def have one along on trips. how you ride all depends on how long the belt will last. ive never had a belt just expold like on my snowmobile. it always just broke the top layer and made a slapping noise as it hit the cover so ive always been able to get it back home to change it.

[Hafnutz]

They can last a long time. Important to use low range when going slow on technical trails, plowing etc. I have about 2,000 miles on mine. It is just fine. If you do want to carry a replacement be sure to use only the Polaris brand part. It's the only one that fits properly.

[Dave S]

People have been getting 5000 miles out of their belts. I agree with Tyler and Hafnutz on carrying an extra.

[dustin85]

I am usually careful about using low when I should, etc. I am glad to see that it should be a few thousand miles before I have to worry about it! I will buy a spare, anyway....cheap insurance! Thanks for the info!

Dustin