Your quad is a do-anything machine. ATV’s are great for getting things done and for recreation too. But now you’re looking at your tires. Maybe you’ve blown one or they’re getting bald. Or maybe you just want a more aggressive tread pattern and a bigger tire. The problem is you’re a little lost when it comes to your ATV tire size.
How big can you go? Should you go big? How do you even know what all these numbers represent?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We’ll answer all those answers and more in this comprehensive guide.
How Do You Read ATV Tire Sizes?So, you’re shopping around for tires and you see one listed with a size like 26×10-12. Or, worse yet, you find something listed like 206/80R12.
What the heck does all that mean?
First, you need to figure out if you’re dealing with standard or metric ATV tire sizes.
ATV Tire Sizes: Standard Tire Sizing ChartStandard format is much more common on ATV tires than metric. You might see a tire size written 26×10-12 or, occasionally, 26x10x12. This format is pretty straightforward. It uses three numbers to sum up the size:
If you see a tire size that looks like this: 205/80R12, you know you’re dealing with metric. The metric format is exceedingly rare for ATVs and odds are you’ll never come across it. But if you do, the letter thrown in the middle of those numbers is a dead giveaway. In metric, you always have three numbers and a letter:
There may be other numbers and letters before and after these, but they’re not important for understanding your ATV tire size.
Breaking Down ATV Tire Sizes by the NumbersKnowing how to read those tire sizes is just the first step.
You really need to know how to use them. Is 26 inches a reasonable diameter for your quad? What kind of width do you need?
When you’re considering replacing all of your tires, you’ll want to make sure you get something that will actually fit on your stock vehicle.
Your typical ATV tire diameter fits within a range of about 20 inches for the smallest machines to about 30 inches for your more factory mud-equipped machines.
Basically, your quad will typically fit into one of few categories:
Keep in mind that you’ll want to keep within a couple inches of your stock tire size. If you go too big, you’ll start to rub on your fenders (among other issues). If you go small—well, that’s just silly.
Tire width is easier to understand. Choosing the right tire width has a lot to do with your own preferences and riding style.
A wider tire tends to give you a flatter tread pattern and more grip. A narrow tire gives you a little more control.
ATV’s usually have a wider tire on the rear than on the front to get the best of both tires. A typical rear tire on a quad will be 10 to 11 inches wide while a front tire will be 7 to 8 inches wide.
But matching your tire width to your riding style isn’t the only thing you need to consider. You also need to make sure it’ll physically fit on your chosen wheel. There are two main ways to make sure it’ll fit.
This one is non-negotiable.
You have to make sure your tire’s wheel diameter matches your actual wheel diameter.
Most off-road wheels tend to be 10 to 12 inches in diameter—which is convenient considering most off-road tires are designed to fit those wheels. That’s a good size as it gives your tire plenty of cushion between the tread and rim, which results in smoother rides and more protection for your rims.
Of course, you can end up with bigger wheels if you have bigger tires, but we’re getting ahead of ourselves.
Choosing the Right Size Tires for Your ATVYou don’t need any old tire. You have to choose the perfect ATV tire size for you. After all, you ride your own way and have your own needs.
We’re going to simplify ride style to three main types:
For a workhorse ATV, it’s not a bad idea to stick with stock. It’ll give you the expected traction and power you need.
Trail riding, like dune riding, means you want to go fast.
For that, a wider, flatter tire will keep you gripping and in control. If you ride in the mud, you might want to go with something bigger and narrower along with an aggressive tread pattern.Trails and dunes demand high traction, and you get that by going wider. You don’t necessarily need a taller tire, but a wider one will give you the grip you need.
Dominating rock gardens and taking on bounty holes is done best with a big tire. But going big isn’t as simple as just buying the biggest tire you see.
Can I Put Bigger Tires on My ATV?The short answer is yes.
Here comes the long answer.
Every ATV has a theoretical maximum tire size it can fit without modifying the suspension. It’s typically about one to two inches bigger than your stock tires. So if your ATV came with a 27-inch tire, you could probably fit a 29-inch tire without too much trouble.
But what if you want to go bigger?
That takes some work. You’ll either need to invest in a lift kit or some offset A-arms.
These types of kits will often tell you what the max tire size is when you have them installed.
You can’t go big without some consequences though. Namely, you’ll lose torque due to the increased diameter (big tires like a high-gear kit!) and the extra weight. The weight can also put extra strain on your clutch and shorten the life of your clutch belt.
Luckily, you can get your torque back with a transmission gear reduction or GDP Portal Gear Lift (which has a gear reduction built in).
You can also bolster your clutch with heavy-duty drive belts and eek out even more torque with a clutch kit.
So now that you’re equipped with knowledge, go equip yourself with some tires. Get the ATV tire size you want, and ride with confidence.
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After the elimination of the main damage, the control is carried out by points and axes, in this case, the axis of the rear levers has gone to the side. With the help of laser marking, the geometry and alignment are restored.
The next step is to strengthen the damaged area.
This is a necessary and not at all superfluous procedure after frame repair. A metal plate is applied and welded to the damaged areas.
The last step is the easiest, assembly and inspection of the ATV after the frame repair.
In Category A, you can repair the ATV frame on the slipway for the following brands: BRP Outlander, BRP Renegade, BRP Maverick, BRP Commander, Yamaha Grizzly, Yamaha Rhino, Polaris Sportsman, Polaris RZR and others. We can also repair the snowmobile frame, and even try to untie a knotted frame.
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Buying an ATV through a private ad is almost a lottery. Even an outwardly perfect copy with low mileage may have problems with the electrics and piston due to the fact that it was drowned in a swamp. Conversely, if an ATV with 6,000 km has been used carefully and maintained regularly, it will last a long time.
Buying an ATV or snowmobile from your hands, you can play it safe with a few simple rules. We will talk about them in the article.
Check if the SMP and other documents are in order
First you need to find out if the documents are in order - this will help to avoid buying stolen equipment and other troubles.
To register equipment, you will need a passport of a self-propelled vehicle (PSM), a contract of sale, an act of acceptance and transfer.
You can ask the seller for a certificate of conformity or issue it yourself - to do this, contact the dealer and provide him with the certificate number from the PSM.
Check the frame and engine numbers in the PSM and on the vehicle. Find out on the Internet exactly where the VIN is located on your model. On many ATVs, it is located near the front right lever. Also, do not forget to check the owner's data from the PSM with a passport or driver's license - if they do not match, the equipment may be stolen.
Talk to the owner before inspecting the equipment. Find out why and how often it was used, what mileage it has. Whether it was regularly serviced and whether it was prepared for storage in the off-season - this increases the service life of the equipment. Specify which parts have changed and why, which systems require repair in the near future. Also find out the reasons for the sale.
If the owner admits that the ATV or snowmobile was in an accident or was used as a rental, then it is better to refuse to buy it.
After talking with the owner, you can proceed to the inspection. As we have already said, the good external condition of the equipment says little. But a visual inspection helps to immediately weed out frankly bad options.
Due to design differences, ATV and snowmobile inspection procedures will differ.
ATV with a “cooked” frame is better not to buy
If the luggage racks are bent, most likely the ATV has rolled over. Deep scratches and rust, dents from stone impacts indicate a high mileage. Cloudy headlights are a sign that the ATV has been sunk. Tires worn only in the central part indicate their pumping. From this, the suspension suffers greatly when driving. Wrinkled discs are most likely damaged from hard landings, which are also bad for the suspension. Cracks, extensive corrosion, welding spots on the frame are a good reason to refuse a purchase.
Pay attention to the tunnel - it should not have dents or signs of deformation.
Snowmobile frames rarely break, but cracks can occur.
Check the condition of the tracks. A caterpillar with defects and damage will eventually have to be repaired. Worst of all, if the caterpillar is non-separable, it will have to be replaced with a new one.
Inspection of the front suspension is very important as it bears the main load. Check the condition of the levers and ski racks. Make sure all suspension components are in place.
Measuring the diameter of the slides will help to assess their wear. The plastic fasteners of the slides break over time and need to be replaced. When inspecting, evaluate their condition and the need for replacement.
After the initial check, you can begin to study the mechanics - the service life and the cost of repairing equipment depend on its condition. As with a visual inspection, the inspection procedure for ATV and snowmobile will be different.
Check shock absorbers for oil leaks
Suspension.
Shock absorbers must be free of oil and "walk" evenly. Raise the ATV with a jack and shake the wheels - if there is play, then the bearings are worn out. If the suspension arms play, most likely, you will have to change silent blocks and ball bearings.
Transmission. Gearboxes must be free of oil and cracks. Stand near the front of the ATV and turn on the 4WD button. Turn the left wheel with your hands - the right one should rotate in the opposite direction, and vice versa. With the differential locked, both wheels turn in the same direction. Transmissions should turn on easily and without extraneous sounds.
The engine must be free of oil. Turn the ignition key: a serviceable engine will start in 2-3 seconds. At idle, it runs smoothly and without extraneous noise. Black oil, black, white or blue smoke from the exhaust pipe and the smell of burning indicates a poor condition of the motor - most likely, expensive repairs are needed. Miscellaneous bolts or traces of sealant on the crankcase signal that the engine was taken apart for repair.
Electrical. Check the operation of the dimensions, turn signals, high and low beams, heating, winch and other equipment. Pay attention to the operation of the electric power steering - the steering wheel should not turn on its own.
Check the condition of the CVT belt
Engine diagnostics. Snowmobiles usually have low mileage, but it's still best to check it. The forums recommend measuring the pressure in the cylinders, although for this you will have to go to the service. Ideally, the pressure difference in the cylinders should be no more than 10%. To check the engine, it is better to ride a snowmobile and listen to its sound - if there are any extraneous noises in it.
CVT condition assessment. Check the coolant and oil levels in the gearbox. Pay attention to the variator belt - if it has cracks, dark stripes or scuffs. A worn belt will need to be replaced.
Check gearbox (on models where equipped).
