How to Check ATV Tires
Tires are very important to any vehicle, including ATVs. It should be easier to inspect ATV tires than a normal passenger vehicle. The ATV tires will be easier to inspect because the fenders don't cover as much of the tire as a passenger vehicle does.
Things You'll Need:
- Flashlight
- Air Gauge
- ATV Owners Manual
- Water
- Carefully look at the tread on the edges of the tire. Make sure it isn't wearing abnormally. If you notice a small ring of tire wear around the outer edges, this usually means the tire isn't balanced properly. The tread should wear evenly across the whole tire. Take your tire to a repair shop to get them properly balanced if you notice this problem.
- Check for any debris like nails stuck in the tread. It's very possible to pick up all kinds of debris with your tires because you'll mostly be driving the ATV off road. Use a flashlight if you cannot see very well. You can normally fix holes that are on top of the tire. Holes in the sidewalls are usually not repairable.
- Inspect where the rim and tire meet for any leaks. It isn't uncommon for a tire to separate from the rim a little. Spray water around the rim and look for bubbles to indicate where the leaks are.
- Check the air pressure about once a week. You should be able to find a cheap and reliable air pressure gauge at most hardware or auto care stores. Refer to your ATVs owners’ manual for the proper amount of air in each tire.