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Sportsman won't go over 20mph.

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#1 ·
Hey Guys,
I have a 2012 Sportsman 500 H.O. I went riding and got into a mud hole that was too deep. I drained the quad and let it sit for a while. Everything seemed fine, about a hour later the quad wouldnt go over 20mph. I open up the throtle and when it reaches 20mph it just winds up the rpms. If i let off the gas the quad will slow down then shift and I can accelerate over 20mph. I think this may be a clutch problem? Any help is greatly apperciated!
 
#4 ·
The front clutch ,may need more cleaning. Remove the belt cover and start and rev GENTLY and evenly , and you should see the belt ride up on the front sheave , all the way to the top of the sheave..
 
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