Minneapolis, July 29, 2008 - Polaris Industries today announced the company's limited edition ATV offerings for 2009. ATV enthusiasts will be able to get the new Sportsman XP in two limited edition packages.
The 99 percent-new Sportsman XPs feature an 850cc engine that churns out 70 horsepower or a 550cc engine delivering 40 horsepower. The units feature an upgraded Dual A-Arm front suspension, Rolled IRS, better clutching, and an updated look that includes better ergonomics, new wheels and a better fit and finish.
2009 Sportsman 850 XP LE, Nuclear Sunset
Additional features on the limited edition model include:
14-inch Black cast aluminum wheels
The MSRP (US) is $10,499, and the MSRP (Canada) is $12,499. Machines will be available in US and Canadian dealerships in Fall 2008.
2009 Sportsman XP LE-Browning
Two Browning editions will be offered in the Sportsman 850 XP and 550 XP models. All include the following additional features:
Mossy Oak(r) New Break Up(tm) bodywork
Gun scabbard with Lock & Ride(tm) gun mount
The MSRP (US) for the Browning Sportsman 850 XP is $9,899 and the Sportsman 550 XP is $8,299. The MSRP (Canada) is $11,899 for the Browning Sportsman 850 XP and $9,999 for the Browning Sportsman 550 XP. Machines will be available in US and Canadian dealerships in Fall 2008.
About Polaris
With annual 2007 sales of $1.8 billion, Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), including the Polaris RANGER(tm), snowmobiles and Victory motorcycles for recreational and utility use.
Polaris is a recognized leader in the snowmobile industry; and one of the largest manufacturers of ATVs in the world. Victory motorcycles, established in 1998 and representing the first all-new American-made motorcycle from a major company in nearly 60 years, are rapidly making impressive in-roads into the motorcycle cruiser and touring marketplace. Polaris also enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Pure Polaris apparel, accessories and parts, available at Polaris dealerships.
Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "PII," and the Company is included in the S&P Small-Cap 600 stock price index.
Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime from the Polaris homepage at www.polarisindustries.com