ATV riding can take you through some tough terrain. It is no wonder that so many ATV riders get flat tires while they are riding. Anyone riding an ATV should be prepared for the event of a flat on and off the trail.
To be prepared for this type of problem you will always want to carry a tire repair kit on you. Some larger ATVs will have spare tires but most normal sized ATVs do not. Tire repair kits can really make a difference even on a pretty bad flat.
During your ride you want to pay attention to how your ATV is riding. If it gets bumpy or uneven you may be experiencing a flat. This could also be a bad ATV shock but either way you should pull over to inspect what may be wrong.
Riding on a flat can damage other ATV parts such as the ATV shocks and wheel well. The ATV shocks can be checked as you are checking your tire. You can also take this time to check other parts of the ATV that may need some fine tuning.
A tire repair kit will usually consist of two main tools. Tire sealant is for small holes and is easy to use. If this sealant doesn't do the trick you may need to spend some time finding where the hole is.
If your tire has more than just a hole you may also need a tire plug. Tire plugs are for punctures in your tire. They require a little more work than the sealant and take a little more time.
Just having these two tools can really save you some time. If you don't know how to use these tools beforehand they may just be useless to you. Make sure you either practice with them at home or at least read and understand the directions before just taking off.
Repairing a flat tire is a great skill to learn for any kind of vehicle. ATVs get a lot of flats as they are out on the trail and riding on a flat can harm you and other parts of your ATV like the ATV shocks. Make sure you are fully prepared for even the worst case scenario.
Zbroz Racing carries ATV Shocks, snowmobile shocks, ATV suspension, and Snowmobile suspension parts. We carry many brands, including Arctic Cat, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Polaris, Suzuki, can-am, DRR ATV, and Yamaha.
