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2007 Polaris Outlaw 500
Industry’s First Sport Quad with Independent
Rear Suspension
 The Polaris Outlaw 500 was the first to bring
independent rear suspension (IRS) to a high
performance sports quad.
When you witness the 499cc Outlaw race over
rough terrain, you begin to understand why
independent rear suspension is such an advantage
over the standard swing arm design. The
independent suspension soaks up the roughest
terrain, keeping the rear wheels on the ground;
increasing traction and control.
“In 2006, Polaris set out to re-invent the high
performance sports quad by introducing a
suspension that could handle aggressive trails
and be competitive right out of the box,” said
Mike Dougherty, general manager of the ATV
division. “Independent rear suspension
translates to greater control and to less rider
fatigue, which enhances performance and the
riding experience. It’s easily the best riding
sport quad available”
The Outlaw PRO (Polaris Rider Optimized) IRS
system is uniquely constructed for sport quad
riding. It delivers 10 inches of suspension
travel, enabling the Outlaw to travel easier
over the roughest and toughest terrain such as
rocks, stumps and logs. The PRO IRS design
improves ground clearance to more than twice
that of straight axle sport quads. With 11.5
inches of clearance, the rider experiences fewer
hang-ups on rutted trails, sand, and mud and
will have a distinct advantage in cross country
type riding and racing.
The Outlaw Pro IRS system was designed and
engineered with lightweight aluminum components,
including the industry’s first single link
forged aluminum upper control arm and forged
aluminum lower A-arm on a sport ATV. Outlaw
comes standard with RydeFX shocks. The PRO IRS
system on Outlaw provides additional protection
to the rear brake caliper and rear sprocket by
mounting high in the rear frame rather than
close to the ground like a conventional straight
axle ATV.
The dual A-arm front suspension is similar to
its Predator counterpart, but has been
redesigned with increased recessional wheel
travel. Front suspension mount
points are rotated at a more aggressive angle to
create a better approach to obstacles, absorb
rough terrain better, and improve control in
inconsistent whoops. This translates to greater
control and less feedback to the rider.
Performance is matched with an aggressive body
style and comfortable ergonomics that fit the
sport rider. This allows riders to tuck their
knees tight against the tank for a more
aggressive riding position. The flat seat on the
Outlaw allows the rider to stay in the desired
seating position without sliding around.
Outlaw’s simpler, lighter Pro-steering system
delivers the same benefits of the proven
Pro-steering system such as zero bump steer,
with fewer parts and a cleaner design. A 1 1/8
inch diameter steering post offers increased
strength and stiffness for the aggressive sport
rider.
 Outlaw features extend to the power plant and
beyond, including:
- Proven 499cc liquid-cooled, 50 horsepower,
single cylinder engine with improved torque
- Electric starter
- Manual 5-speed transmission with reverse
- Front-dual hydraulic disc brakes and rear
hydraulic disc brake with steel braided brake
lines
- Center-mounted silencer
- Substantial performance gains with PURE
Polaris enhancements such as a silencer and
high-flow filter
- External tension-mounted fender supports
- Control pod placed on the front cover with
Neutral/Reverse/High temp indicator lights, key
switch and choke
- Radial tires to further enhance the ride and
control delivered by the IRS
- RydeFX front shocks and rear piggyback shocks
Outlaw comes in Black/Silver or White/Black
with a “Smokin’ Guns” graphics package.
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