2003 Polaris Sportsman 600, 2002-2003 Polaris Sportsman 700 Service Manual, Page 69Get this manual
CYLINDER HONE SELECTION AND HONING PROCEDURE
CAUTION: hone which will straighten as well as remove material from the cylinder is very importantUsing common spring loaded glaze breaker for honing is not advised for nicasil cylindersPolaris recommends using rigid hone or arbor honing machineCylinders may be wet or dry honed depending upon the hone manufacturer recommendationsWet honing removes more material faster and leaves more distinct pattern in the boreEXAMPLE OF CROSS HATCH PATTERN IMPORTANT: Clean the Cylinder After Honing It is very important that the cylinder be thoroughly cleaned after honing to remove all grit materialWash the cylinder in solvent, then in hot, soapy waterUse electrical contact cleaner if necessary to clean these areasRinse thoroughly, dry with compressed air, and oil the bore immediately with Polaris Cycle Lubricant to prevent the formation of surface rust
HONING TO DEGLAZE