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2012 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering
2012 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering
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2012 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering
Boasting the same advanced technology as the extraordinary KingQuad 750AXi, the 2012 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering is engineered to help you cut the work day down to size – or conquer the toughest trails. The 500AXi offers plenty of class-leading features: advanced power steering provides lighter steering and more responsive handling, while its fuel-injected 493cc engine gives the 500AXi exceptional performance. Independent rear suspension, a locking front differential and a host of other valuable features place the KingQuad 500AXi at the front of the pack.
Total Power Steer Ease
The Suzuki KingQuad name has always signified industry-leading premium features such as fully independent suspension, multi-transmission and more recently, fuel injection. Suzuki now lengthens the list of features offered with electric power steering, and adds another engine size to the Suzuki KingQuad family.
Utilising the latest technology combined with the best elements of Suzuki’s KingQuad 450 and 750 models, the LT-A500XP represents the ultimate package of features and benefits enhanced by the addition of electric power steering.
The electric power steering system offers lighter steering in a variety of conditions with less rider fatigue, perfect for farmers who spend a large amount of time on their ATV. The new power steering uses an electronic control unit (ECU) which receives input from a torque sensor in the steering system and a vehicle speed sensor. The ECU delivers electronic signals to an electric motor which provides steering assistance as needed.
Its water-cooled fuel injected engine offer increased torque and more top end power over the LT-A450X engine while still offering unmatched fuel economy. The LT-A500XP has a new cylinder head, increased bore size and a new forged alloy piston that features an L shaped compression ring which offers better sealing at higher rpm.
To complement these changes, the gear ratios in the sub transmission have been changed to handle the increased power and torque.
New for 2012: Flame Red, Terra Green, and Black color schemes
2012 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering Key Features
• Compact and lightweight electric power steering positioned high on the vehicle to help avoid water and debris, delivers lighter steering in a variety of conditions to help reduce rider fatigue, and its ECU is covered with a protective plate.
• 493cm3 fuel-injected 4-valve power-plant engineered for robust output throughout the rpm range, along with strong top-end power.
• Fuel injection improves throttle response and fuel efficiency, while delivering power consistently and improving starting.
• Efficient and functional fully automatic QuadMatic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), using a durable V-belt and centrifugal clutch.
• Advanced engine-braking system helps the transmission control vehicle speed to minimize freewheel during descents.
• Torque-sensing differential with three modes – 2WD, 4WD or differential-locked 4WD – easily selected with a handlebar-mounted button.
• Fully independent suspension system – A-arm front and A-arm/I-beam rear – delivers superior riding comfort and versatile handling performance.
• Shock absorbers at all four corners are adjustable for five different preload settings, providing maximum versatility for different loads.
• Front dual hydraulic disc brakes and rear sealed oil-bathed multi-disc braking system deliver strong and consistent stopping performance.
• 25-inch tires with tread and sidewall character specially designed for the machine, mounted on lightweight and sturdy aluminium rims.
• Gate-style drive mode selector lever lets the rider easily and securely select between low, high, neutral or reverse setting.
• Suzuki’s exclusive T-shaped seat, designed for all-day comfort and easier body-weight transition during sporty trail rides.
• Fuel tank positioned below the seat helps keep the machine’s weight centre low. The tank’s ratcheting fuel cap is easy to tighten.
• Full-size cargo racks, covered in wrinkle-finish paint for increased durability.
• Standard equipment including a tow hitch and a sealed 12V accessory outlet.
• Two storage compartments: one easily accessible aft of the rider, and one with a spin-off top on the right front fender.
• Complete gauge package, including a speedometer, odometer, separate trip meter, gear and differential displays, fuel gauge, clock and more.
2012 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering Features and Benefits
Tackle the toughest jobs in no time with the power and performance of a Suzuki Utility ATV. Time for a little fun on the job? With adventure-inspiring ergonomics, powerful engines, and suspension that is ready to climb over just about anything, we’ve got you covered there too.
New Features
Flame Red, Terra Green, and Black
Key Features
Advanced electric power steering system gives the KingQuad 500 AXi lighter steering and even more responsive handling than ever.
Suzuki fuel injection system, featuring high-performance motorcycle technology, provides excellent throttle response, fuel efficiency and quick engine starts under all operating conditions.
Engine Features
A powerful 493cc, SOHC, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, four-stroke engine designed for a wide powerband provides strong performance.
Lightweight aluminum cylinder bore is electro-plated with Suzuki’s own race proven SCEM (Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material) for improved heat transfer and tighter piston clearance.
Uses a cylinder canted forward for lower center of gravity, reduced engine height and lower seat height.
Compact 4-valve cylinder head with large intake valves and straight intake ports for increased cylinder charging efficiency
Sportbike-derived chain-and-gear camshaft drive system allows a short/narrow cylinder head design and reduced overall engine height.
Engine counterbalancer shaft for smooth operation.
High capacity aluminum radiator with large diameter cooling fan for stable engine operating temperature.
Transmission Features
QuadMatic™ CVT-type automatic transmission designed for maximum versatility and convenience – fender-mounted gate-type shifter operation for high/low.
Compact torque-sensing limited-slip front differential offers more powerful traction plus light steering effort. A differential-lock system provides serious four-wheel-drive traction.
Convenient handlebar-mounted push-button controls allow the rider to easily select between 2WD, 4WD and differential-lock 4WD to get the right setting for any traction condition.
Advanced engine brake system minimizes free-wheeling to reduce downhill speed.
Chassis Features
Independent double A-arm front suspension (6.7 inches of wheel travel) includes large diameter shock absorbers with 5-way spring preload adjustment.
Fully independent, I-beam rear suspension with long suspension travel (7.7 inches of wheel travel), includes large diameter shock absorbers with 5-way spring preload adjustment and large diameter rear sway-bar.
Sealed, multi-plate rear brake system, with a clutch-type design provides high durability, offers reduced unsprung weight, and is low-maintenance
25-inch tires mounted on lightweight aluminum-alloy wheels.
Comfortable T-shaped seat with tapered design for rider mobility, plus thick padding for support.
Winch-ready chassis with flexible tube routing for wiring from winch mounting space to under the seat.
Polyethylene skid plate provides front-to-rear under carriage protection with minimal resistance over rocks and rough terrain. Durable plastic guards protect the front and rear half shafts.
Utility/Convenience Features
Digital instrumentation includes LCD readouts for speedometer, odometer, twin tripmeters, hour meter, clock, fuel gauge, driving range position and drive mode. LED indicator lamps for high, low, neutral, reverse and drive — 2WD/4WD and differential-locked 4WD.
LED indicator lamps for fuel injection and engine temperature.
Distinctively-styled 30W multi-reflector halogen headlights, and compact 5/21W tail light and brake light.
High output magneto generator system and large 18-amp maintenance-free battery provides extra power.
Large 4.6 gallon fuel tank, positioned for a low center-of-gravity, includes vacuum-operated petcock, ratchet-style fuel cap and convenient bar-type fuel gauge.
Large 2.8 liter water resistant front storage compartment includes new easy-to-open/close screw-on cap.
Rugged steel-tube racks with wrinkle paint finish for increased durability and scratch resistance
Special
Minimum Age: 16 Years Old.
2012 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering – USA Specifications / Technical Details
US MSRP: $8,199 USD
Chassis:
4WD 4WD
Overall Length 2115 mm (83.3 in)
Overall Width 1210 mm (47.6 in)
Wheelbase 1285 mm (50.6in)
Ground Clearance 260 mm (10.2 in)
Seat Height 920 mm (36.2 in)
Curb Weight 300 kg (661 lbs)
Transmission CVT (V-belt), with high-/low-range, and reverse
Final Drive Shaft drive
Suspension Front Independent, double wishbone, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake, twin
Brakes Rear Sealed oil-bathed multi-disc
Tires Front AT25 x 8-12, tubeless
Tires Rear AT25 x 10-12, tubeless
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.5 L (4.6/3.8 US/Imp gal)
Color Flame Red, Terra Green, and Black
Suspension Rear Independent, double wishbone, coil spring, oil damped
Engine:
Bore Stroke 87.5 mm (3.445 in) x 82.0 mm (3.228 in)
Displacement 493cc, 4-Stroke, liquid-cooled, singe cylinder, OHC
Compression Ratio 10.0 : 1
Starter Electric
Lubrication Wet Sump
Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI)
Fuel System Suzuki fuel injection
Warranty:
Warranty 12 month limited warranty.
2012 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering – Canada Specifications / Technical Details
Canadian MSRP: $9,499 CDN
Chassis
Overall Length 2115 mm (83.3 in)
Overall Width 1210 mm (47.6 in)
Wheelbase 1285 mm (50.6in)
Ground Clearance 280 mm (11.0 in)
Seat Height 920 mm (36.2 in)
Curb Weight 300 kg (661 lbs)
Transmission Automatic variable ratio (V-belt), with high-/low-range, and reverse
Final Drive Shaft drive
Suspension Front Independent, double wishbone, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake, twin
Brakes Rear Sealed oil-bathed multi-disc
Tires Front AT25 x 8-12, tubeless
Tires Rear AT25 x 10-12, tubeless
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.5 L (4.6/3.8 US/Imp gal)
Color Green, Red
Suspension Rear Independent, double wishbone, coil spring, oil damped
Engine
Bore Stroke 87.5 mm x 82.0 mm (3.228 in)
Engine 493cc (30 cu. in.), 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC
Compression Ratio 10.0 : 1
Starter Electric
Lubrication Wet Sump
Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI)
Fuel System Fuel injection
Warranty
Warranty 12 month limited warranty.
2012 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering – Australian Specifications / Technical Details
AU MSRP: See dealer for pricing.
ENGINE
493cc, 4-stroke, single cylinder, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 87.5mm x 82.0mm
STARTER
Electric
TRANSMISSION
CVT Constant Velocity Transmission, High/Low ratio 2WD-4WD, front differential lock.
FRONT SUSPENSION
Independent, double wishbone, coil spring, oil dampened
REAR SUSPENSION
Independent, double wishbone, coil spring, oil dampened
FRONT BRAKES
Disc twin
REAR BRAKES
Sealed oil bath, multi disc
WHEELBASE
1,285mm
SEAT HEIGHT
920mm
LENGTH
2,165mm
WIDTH
1,250mm
HEIGHT
1,285m
WET WEIGHT
302kg
FUEL CAPACITY
17.5 litres
COLOURS
Flame Red
WARRANTY
12 months unlimited kilometres
FRONT RACK LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY
30kg
REAR RACK LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY
60kg
MAXIMUM TOWING CAPACITY ON UNEVEN GROUND
180kg
MAXIMUM TOWING CAPACITY ON LEVEL GROUND
450kg
*MAXIMUM VEHICLE LOADING
172kg
*The combined weight of the rider, protective gear, accessories, cargo carried on the vehicle, and trailer tongue weight must never exceed the maximum vehicle loading.
Specifications, appearance, and price of product are subject to change without notice.