MODEL BATTERY GUIDE

Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc)
battery guide.

Battery fitment can depend on year, trim and model code. Match the configuration in the chart to your ATV before choosing a replacement.

Battery applications for the configurations listed below.

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Confirm the year. Check the trim.

The Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) chart references YB14A-A2 and YTX14AH-BS.These configurations are listed in an identified manufacturer application source.Match the year and configuration, then check the physical installation.

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Battery fitment by year

Each row covers only the configuration shown. Other trims and missing years are not established by this chart.

PolarisSportsman HO (500cc)· Year and trim chart
YearModel / trimBattery
2013Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2012Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2011Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2010Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2009Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2008Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2007Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2006Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2005Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2004Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2003Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2002Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2001Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
2000Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
1999Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
1998Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
1997Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS
1996Sportsman HO (500cc) / Sportsman HOYB14A-A2 / YTX14AH-BS

Battery sizes and specifications

YB14A-A2 ↗

Voltage
12 V
Capacity
14 Ah
Cold cranking
175 A (EN)
Dimensions
134 × 89 × 176 mm
Chemistry
Flooded lead-acid
Terminals
Positive left, negative right (as shown in manufacturer top-view layout); Yuasa type 8

YTX14AH-BS ↗

Voltage
12 V
Capacity
12 Ah
Cold cranking
210 CCA
Dimensions
134 × 89 × 166 mm
Chemistry
AGM lead-acid
Terminals
Positive left, negative right (as shown in manufacturer top-view layout); Yuasa type 4

Replacement battery research

TypeProductAmazon
Conventional flooded lead-acidStock chemistry
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Yuasa YUAM2214A YB14A-A2 Battery

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AGM
MotoBatt MBTX14AU (12V 16.5 Amp) 190CCA Factory Activated QuadFlex AGM Battery
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MotoBatt MBTX14AU (12V 16.5 Amp) 190CCA Factory Activated QuadFlex AGM Battery

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Lithium (LiFePO4)
Antigravity ATX-12-AH YTX14AH YTX14AH-BS YTX14AHL Motorcycle Battery
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Antigravity ATX-12-AH YTX14AH YTX14AH-BS YTX14AHL Motorcycle Battery

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TypeProductAmazon
AGMStock chemistry
Mighty Max Battery YTX14AH-BS - 12 Volt 12 AH, 210 CCA, Rechargeable Maintenance Free SLA AGM Motorcycle Battery
Mighty Max Battery

Mighty Max Battery YTX14AH-BS - 12 Volt 12 AH, 210 CCA, Rechargeable Maintenance Free SLA AGM Motorcycle Battery

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AGMStock chemistry
Yuasa YUAM62H4A YTX14AH-BS Maintenance Free H Series AGM Battery with Acid pack
Yuasa

Yuasa YUAM62H4A YTX14AH-BS Maintenance Free H Series AGM Battery with Acid pack

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Gel lead-acid
Mighty Max Battery YTX14AH-BS Gel 12V 12Ah Battery for Polaris 500 All Models 1999-2012
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Mighty Max Battery YTX14AH-BS Gel 12V 12Ah Battery for Polaris 500 All Models 1999-2012

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Lithium (LiFePO4)
Antigravity ATX-12-AH YTX14AH YTX14AH-BS YTX14AHL Motorcycle Battery
Antigravity

Antigravity ATX-12-AH YTX14AH YTX14AH-BS YTX14AHL Motorcycle Battery

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Lithium (LiFePO4)
Mighty Max Battery YTX14AH-BS LIFEPO4-12 Volt 12 AH, 400 CCA, Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Battery
Mighty Max Battery

Mighty Max Battery YTX14AH-BS LIFEPO4-12 Volt 12 AH, 400 CCA, Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Battery

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Lithium (LiFePO4)
TYKOOL LFP14AH-BS-PRO Lithium Battery, Replaces YTX14AH YTX14AH-BS, 480CCA 8Ah Fits for ATV UTV Motorcycle, Compatible with Polaris Sportsman 570 Ranger 500 Kawasaki Mule SX, Digital Readout [+ -]
TYKOOL

TYKOOL LFP14AH-BS-PRO Lithium Battery, Replaces YTX14AH YTX14AH-BS, 480CCA 8Ah Fits for ATV UTV Motorcycle, Compatible with Polaris Sportsman 570 Ranger 500 Kawasaki Mule SX, Digital Readout [+ -]

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2013 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2012 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2011 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2010 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2009 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2008 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2007 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2006 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2005 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2004 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2003 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2002 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2001 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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2000 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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1999 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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1998 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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1997 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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1996 Polaris Sportsman HO (500cc) battery size

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Fitment details

The chart lists battery options by year and configuration. Match the complete model and trim shown in the table.

How to confirm your battery

  • Match your manufacturer, full model code, year and trim to an OEM manual.
  • Compare the existing battery label with the manufacturer-approved battery code.
  • Measure length, width and height, including clearance for covers and straps.
  • Confirm positive and negative terminal positions, terminal type and cable reach.
  • Check the required electrical specification and charging instructions.

Changing battery chemistry?

Check the battery manufacturer's application and charging guidance before moving between lead-acid and lithium. Vehicle charging compatibility, mounting and cold-weather requirements depend on the specific product. Read our AGM and lithium checklist.

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