Polaris Indy 500 600 Service Manual Repair 2000

CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
Publication Numbers 11
Paint Codes 11
Service Manuals 12
Standard Torque Specifications 12
Recommended Shop Supplies 13
Decimal Equivalents 14
Tap Drill Sizes 15
Measurement Conversion Table 16
Tool Ordering Information 17
Glossary of Terms 18-110
General Service Tips 111
Model Number Identification 112-113
Model Specifications – Indy 500 114-115
Model Specifications – 500 Classic 116-117
Model Specifications – Classic Touring 118-119
Model Specifications – WideTrak LX 120-121
Model Specifications – 500 XC 122-123
Model Specifications – 500 SKS 124-125
Model Specifications – 500 XC SP 45th Anniv 126-127
Model Specifications – 500 RMK 128-129
Model Specifications – Triumph 130-131
Polaris Indy 500 600 Service Manual Repair 2000
In order to perform service work efficiently and to prevent costly errors, the technician should read the text in this manual, thoroughly familiarizing him/herself with procedures before beginning.
Motorcycle Polaris Indy 500 600 Service Manual Repair 2000 Photographs and illustrations have been included with the text as an aid. Notes cautions and warnings have also been included for clarification of text and safety concerns. However, a knowledge of mechanical theory, tool use, and shop procedures is necessary to perform the service work safely and satisfactorily. Use only genuine Polaris service parts.
Drive Chain Tension – Chaincase cover installed
To obtain correct chain tension:
- Elevate the rear of the machine so the track is off the floor.
- Rotate driven clutch counterclockwise to move all chain slack to the tensioner side. Lock the brake lever.
- Loosen adjuster bolt jam nut.
- Finger tighten adjuster bolt until it can no longer be adjusted by hand.
- Back off adjuster bolt 1/4 turn.
- Tighten jam nut while holding adjuster bolt.
- The chain is now tensioned. Release brake lever lock.
Drive Chain Tension – Chaincase cover removed
To obtain correct chain tension: - Remove drain plug (F) and drain oil into a suitable container.
Dispose of properly. - Remove the chaincase cover.
- While putting slight reverse tension on the chain by turning the brake disc as indicated by the arrow (A), there
should be approximately 1/4-3/8″ (.6-1 cm) deflection on the chain at point (B). Refer to illustration 1. - The chain is adjusted by loosening the adjusting bolt locknut (C) and turning adjusting bolt (D) until correct
chain deflection is obtained. - Lock the adjusting bolt locknut (C) while holding a wrench on the adjusting bolt (D) to prevent it from turning.
- Reinstall the chaincase cover and drain plug. Add Polaris synthetic chaincase lubricant (PN 2871478) through the dipstick opening to the level described above.
NOTE: Clean the magnetic plug (E) every 500 miles (800 km) and whenever checking or changing lubricant.