2009 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI
Runs and starts just low power.
The Problem - Sportsman 800 has low power
This Polaris rider reported that his Sportsman 800 has low power, it would start up and run however, it just seems to have low power. It would struggle going up hills or pulling a trailer. Every now and then the power would randomly kick-in for a while then it would diminish back to low power again. A Sportsman 800 that starts up but has low power could be cause by several different factors, some more serious than others. If the engine sounds like it is revving high and getting up to RPM then it could be and issue with the clutches or belt. If the Engine isn’t making power then it could be many tings like Plugs, Cams, ignition, Fuel etc.. When this rider asked for help, the community weighed in with possible causes that were quickly ruled out and a simple solution was eventually found. After fixing this simple problem the Sportsman had new vigor and was no longer experiencing low power.
Possible Causes Checked Ruled Out:
- Ignition Systems
- Belt Slip
- Cam Lobes
- Fuel
- Air Filter
Why This Sportsman 800 has low power:
Sometimes the most simplest solution are overlooked. After pulling and inspecting the plugs it was obvious that the plugs were fouled. A quick install of new plugs had this ATV back to running at full power!
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Tip
A Clogged air filter can cause a bike to run rich, fouling the plugs. Don’t make the mistake of your running your machine with a old dirty air filter!
A Clogged air filter can cause a bike to run rich, fouling the plugs. Don’t make the mistake of your running your machine with a old dirty air filter!
