Back

ATV Maintenance Checklist

Sep. 30 2022 Maintenance By Sky Powersports Sanford

Share

ATVs are designed to tackle any task and give you the best performance, whether you’re riding across off-road trails or hauling farm equipment on your property. However, to get the most out of your quad, it’s important to keep it in good condition. Regular maintenance is an essential ownership responsibility, which is why we’ve provided this ATV maintenance checklist to ensure that you’re staying on top of things.

Tires

Your tires hold up the entire weight of your ATV and serve you well on even the roughest terrain, so keep them in great shape and check them before every ride. Check the pressure and make sure it’s up to the manufacturer’s recommendations, and examine the treads for uneven wear and embedded objects. Having an air compressor that you can take with you to the trail will let you air them up if they’re low on pressure so you can still ride.

Oil

Just like you change your car’s oil after a certain mileage, you should also change your ATV’s oil on a regular basis. The oil can be topped up between changes if the levels seem low. You can inspect the dipstick to check whether the oil left is still clean and in good condition. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it, re-insert it, and remove it again. If the oil on the dipstick is sludgy or opaque, that means you’ll need to get the oil changed.

Battery

As batteries become older, they’re unable to hold as much of a charge as they did when they were brand-new. Check your battery regularly to make sure that the connections are strong and that there’s no corrosion. You should look at the battery terminals every month or so. If they start rusting or have a layer of crust around them, you’ll probably have to buy a new battery.

We hope that this ATV maintenance checklist will help you keep your four-wheeler in great condition! If you ever need professional assistance, don’t hesitate to contact our parts and service departments. If you’re still searching for your dream quad, get in touch with us at Sky Powersports Sanford to check out what we’ve got in stock. We are located in Sanford, FL, and we serve all those in Daytona Beach and Deltona.