Everybody encounters a flat every now and then, and ATV riders are no exception - may they be beginners or experts. You'll never know when your tires go flat, so you have to be prepared at all times and guard against this possibility.
Flat tires are not an event unique to all terrain vehicles. But it's easy to fix a flat tire on an ATV as it would on an ordinary vehicle. In fact, it may be the least of your worries in the long run.
Air leaks are probably the most well-known symptom of flat ATV tires. You can repair most types of flats on the trails. The more complicated ones, though, will need to be fixed by a repairman or mechanic.
More often than not, a flat tire doesn't necessarily mean the end of your ATV ride, which is usually a good thing. However, be aware that you still need to get it fixed to avoid future problems. Fixing an ATV tire requires that you have the required items. Keep these tools in a place where you can easily find them so you can fix your tires if needed.
These tools required for fixing ATV tires include a plug insertion tool with reamer, tire pumps, tire repair glue, tire plugs and an air gauge. Also, don't forget the air gauge which is also used to check tire pressure.
Once your tires become flat, you need to find the holes. Then you'll have to fill the tire with enough air. Check for any debris that got into the tire or punctured it, including screws, nails or anything else that may be sharp.
If ever you do not find any sharp debris, then you can rotate the tires to see if there are any cuts or air leaks. One way you can check for damage, may it be puncture-related or not, is to put some water in the tires. Another thing you have to look out for is a broken seal or valve stem.
Once you successfully found the holes or the cause of leakage, use the reamer to roughen the hole's edges in order for the plug to hold effectively. You'll have to apply some tire glue on the plug to further ensure it fits in and sticks. Then see if the plug will successfully be held in the hole.
When replacing ATV tires, you may need a bit of patience and some time to perfect this, as you may need different tire plugs for different reasons. But before you get on your ATV and ride it again, you should make sure the glue has dried up properly. While you will still have to properly fix the tires once you're back home, this process will at least help you make it back with you and your ATV in one piece.
Flat tires are not an event unique to all terrain vehicles. But it's easy to fix a flat tire on an ATV as it would on an ordinary vehicle. In fact, it may be the least of your worries in the long run.
Air leaks are probably the most well-known symptom of flat ATV tires. You can repair most types of flats on the trails. The more complicated ones, though, will need to be fixed by a repairman or mechanic.
More often than not, a flat tire doesn't necessarily mean the end of your ATV ride, which is usually a good thing. However, be aware that you still need to get it fixed to avoid future problems. Fixing an ATV tire requires that you have the required items. Keep these tools in a place where you can easily find them so you can fix your tires if needed.
These tools required for fixing ATV tires include a plug insertion tool with reamer, tire pumps, tire repair glue, tire plugs and an air gauge. Also, don't forget the air gauge which is also used to check tire pressure.
Once your tires become flat, you need to find the holes. Then you'll have to fill the tire with enough air. Check for any debris that got into the tire or punctured it, including screws, nails or anything else that may be sharp.
If ever you do not find any sharp debris, then you can rotate the tires to see if there are any cuts or air leaks. One way you can check for damage, may it be puncture-related or not, is to put some water in the tires. Another thing you have to look out for is a broken seal or valve stem.
Once you successfully found the holes or the cause of leakage, use the reamer to roughen the hole's edges in order for the plug to hold effectively. You'll have to apply some tire glue on the plug to further ensure it fits in and sticks. Then see if the plug will successfully be held in the hole.
When replacing ATV tires, you may need a bit of patience and some time to perfect this, as you may need different tire plugs for different reasons. But before you get on your ATV and ride it again, you should make sure the glue has dried up properly. While you will still have to properly fix the tires once you're back home, this process will at least help you make it back with you and your ATV in one piece.
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