2001 sportsman 500 ho h.o

I have a 1996 sportsman 500. The rear end has u-joints on the axle shafts and the floating rear brake disc. I purchased a 2001 sportsman 500 HO parts bike. I want to swap the gearcase in the 96 for the one in the 01. Advantages being the updated brake design and the cv-axles. I believe it would...

Hey fellow Polaris riders. I am new to the forum and hoping someone can guide me on an issue. I am new to ATVs and riding as well. I purchased this year an 2001 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO. When I bought it i test drove and and was able to ride in high with 2 wheel and activate the AWD system...