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Monday, November 16, 2009

ATV Tires-A Symbol of Perfection!

By Andy Zain

It must be common knowledge among all the ATV enthusiasts that to achieve the best performance from your vehicle, getting the right tire is a must. In the market, various types of ATV tires are available. They may be the gigantic mud tires, the high-grip race tires, the O.E type tires or the trail tires. Brands famous for producing the ATV tires are Goodyear, Maxxis, Gator and ITP.

The main purpose of the specifically designed ATV tires is to provide good functioning both on the road and off it. They should be so manufactured that they are able to cope with all the roughness of the uneven terrain and along with that provide a smooth drive on the road. The different tread patterns on the tires are so designed to fulfill the requirements as per specific terrains. The tread patterns on the mud tires are a little distant as compared to those on the All Terrains. This allows the All Terrains to give a smoother ride on the road.

The following things need to be kept in mind regarding ATV tires. The ply rating of your ATV tire is essentially determined by the conditions in which you are taking your vehicle. Therefore, while riding through rocky terrain it would be advisable to use tires with higher ply ratings as this would substantially lessen the chance of puncture. The ply rating can be determined by checking the number of stars imprinted on the sidewall of your ATV tire. Each star refers to 2-ply. So, three stars imprinted on the sidewalls of the tire mean that the tire has a rating of 6-ply.

Taking in account the air pressure inside the tires is necessary if you want a smooth drive. Go for the pressure value as stated by your manufacturer rather than running the maximum air pressure which is given on the sidewall of the tire. To attain good mileage, optimal air pressure is important. Check for punctures or cracks or impact damage if you are experiencing air loss in your ATV tires. An old valve stem or an unfastened valve core can also be the causes of air loss in your tires. Therefore, valve stem and valve core should be checked for leakage.

The general format through which most of the ATV tires are sized is: AT25 x 10-12. 'R' may be used instead of the dash to mark the radial construction. The overall diameter is given by the first number whereas the second number gives the section width of the tire. The third number gives the wheel diameter. Measurements are done in inches. However, it must be kept in mind that these numbers are approximations and the individual tire sizes may differ.

Maintenance of air pressure is essential to prevent cracking of side wall or premature wear of the tires. Regular visual inspections should be made on the tires. Also, care should be taken to check for any foreign matter on the tread of the tire or the sidewall. To get the best performance out of your ATV tires proper care is a must. - 21396

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