Polaris Outlaw 525 IRS vs KTM 525 XC ATV (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Polaris Outlaw 525 IRSstacks up against the KTM 525 XC ATV. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Polaris Outlaw 525 IRS | KTM 525 XC ATV |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Price | $7,699 | — |
| Engine | 510 cc | 510 cc |
| Weight | 177 kg | 168 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.0 L | 3.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 21/7-10 / 20/10-10 | 21/7-10 / 20/11-9 |
Polaris Outlaw 525 IRS vs KTM 525 XC ATV — which should you buy?
Picking between the Polaris Outlaw 525 IRS and the KTM 525 XC ATV usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Polaris Outlaw 525 IRS brings its published horsepower in a 177 kg package, while the KTM 525 XC ATV counters with its own power figure at 168 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: