Polaris 50 Indy 2023 User manual

2023
OWNER’S
MANUAL
For Maintenance and Safety
550 Indy
550 Indy LXT
550 Indy Adventure
550 Switchback
550 Voyageur
Indy Evo
RMK Evo

WARNING
Operating, servicing, and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road
vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize
exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as
necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves
or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
!WARNING
Read, understand, and follow all of the instructions and safety
precautions in this manual and on all product labels.
Failure to follow the safety precautions
could result in serious injury or death.
For videos and more information
about a safe riding experience with
your Polaris vehicle, scan this QR
code® with your smartphone.
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2023 Owner’s Manual
550 INDY 121
550 INDY LXT
550 INDY ADVENTURE 144
550 SWITCHBACK 144
550 VOYAGEUR 144
INDY EVO
RMK EVO

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Copyright 2022 Polaris Industries Inc. All information contained within this
publication is based on the latest product information at the time of
publication. Due to constant improvements in the design and quality of
production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the
actual vehicle and the information presented in this publication. Depictions
and/or procedures in this publication are intended for reference use only. No
liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Any reprinting or
reuse of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole or
in part, is expressly prohibited.
The original instructions for this vehicle are in English. Other languages are
provided as translations of the original instructions.
Printed in U.S.A.
9940812 Rev 02

Thank you for purchasing a POLARIS vehicle, and welcome to our world-wide
family of POLARIS enthusiasts. Be sure to visit us online at www.polaris.com for
the latest news, new product introductions, upcoming events, career
opportunities and more.
Here at POLARIS we proudly produce an exciting line of utility and recreational
products. We believe POLARIS sets a standard of excellence for all utility and
recreational vehicles manufactured in the world today. Many years of experience
have gone into the engineering, design, and development of your POLARIS
vehicle, making it the finest machine we’ve ever produced.
For safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle, be sure to follow the
instructions and recommendations in this owner’s manual. Your manual contains
instructions for minor maintenance, but information about major repairs is
outlined in the POLARIS Service Manual and can be performed by a factory
certified Master Service Dealer (MSD) technician.
Your POLARIS dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your total
satisfaction. Your POLARIS dealership can perform all of your service needs
during and after the warranty period.
For the most up-to-date owner’s manual visit https://www. polaris.
com/en-us/owners-manuals.
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WELCOME

The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual and on
your vehicle. Your safety is involved when these words and symbols are used.
Become familiar with their meanings before reading the manual.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result
in minor to moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE provides key information by clarifying instructions.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT provides key reminders during disassembly, assembly, and
inspection of components.
The Prohibition Safety Sign indicates an action NOT to take in
order to avoid a hazard.
The Mandatory Action Sign indicates an action that NEEDS to
be taken to avoid a hazard.
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SAFETY SYMBOLS AND SIGNAL WORDS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
The Perfect Fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Pre-Ride Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
POLARIS Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Maintenance Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR OWNERS AND
DRIVERS
After reading this manual, store it in the snowmobile for convenient reference. It
should remain with the snowmobile when the snowmobile is sold.
Some of the illustrations and photos used in this manual are general
representations. Your model may differ.
Follow the maintenance program outlined in this manual. Preventive
maintenance ensures that critical components of the snowmobile are inspected
at specific mileage intervals. This service can be performed by your authorized
POLARIS dealer.
You and your dealer must complete the registration form included with your
snowmobile and forward it to us. This completed form is necessary to ensure
warranty coverage.
Protect and preserve your right to ride by joining your local trail riding clubs.
When teaching inexperienced operators to ride, set up a predetermined course
for practice. Make sure they know how to drive and control the snowmobile
before allowing them to make longer trips. Teach them proper snowmobile
courtesy, and enroll them in driver’s training and safety courses sponsored by
local or state organizations.
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INTRODUCTION

PRESERVATION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
POLARIS is committed to supporting an environmental education campaign. We
encourage state and provincial governments across the snowbelt to adopt
rigorous safety training programs that encourage protection of our environment,
including wildlife and vegetation.
Snowmobile clubs and other organizations are working together to protect our
environment. Please support their efforts and operate your snowmobile with
consideration for the protection and preservation of our environment.
NOISE LEVEL
One of the most publicized issues about snowmobiles is noise. The Society of
Automotive Engineers (SAE®), the standard-setting body for snowmobile
development, recommends that snowmobiles conform to prescribed sound
levels.
POLARIS snowmobiles are engineered to conform to these SAE® standards.
Our muffler systems are designed to reduce noise levels and must not be
altered or removed. The sound of your snowmobile may not be welcome to
non-snowmobilers, so you have a responsibility to operate your snowmobile with
concern for others. We do our part by manufacturing quieter machines; we ask
your help to further reduce the impact of noise by operating your snowmobile
safely and responsibly.
AIR POLLUTION
POLARIS engineers continuously investigate ways to reduce emission levels of
two-stroke engines. We expect our efforts to lead to the reduction of potential air
pollution.
In addition to our technological research, we encourage government agencies,
manufacturers, distributors, dealers, ecologists, and other interested parties to
work together to develop data on environmental topics.
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INTRODUCTION