A flat ATV tire on the trial is probably something you'll run into whether you're a professional or novice rider. Being prepared to cope with a flat tire is important, because it usually happens when you least want it to happen.
Flat tires are not an event unique to all terrain vehicles. Luckily, a flat tire is easy to fix, so there's no need for panicking. This problem can be handled without great difficulty.
Air leaks count amongst the most frequent reasons for flat ATV tires. Most type of flats can be repaired right there on the trails. However, severe flats should be removed and changed by a professional.
You can work on the flat ATV tire and ride it all throughout the day. It is important, however, to properly fix it later on to completely get rid of the underlying problem. There are a few items you'll need to fix the flat ATV tire. Keep these items where you can easily get to them when the need arises.
To fix your ATV tires, you will need a plug insertion tool and a reamer, tire plugs, tire pumps, tire repair glue and an air gauge. You'll also need an air gauge to measure tire pressure.
Finding the holes that are leaking air is not always an easy task. The first thing you should do is put air in the tire. Look for object that stuck into the tire, such as nails, screws, glass, or other sharp objects.
If you cannot find any obvious sharp objects, then inspect the tire further and listen for leaks. If possible, dunking the tire in water will quickly show you the source of a leak. You should also check if your valve stem or seal is broken.
Once you successfully found the holes or the cause of leakage, use the reamer to roughen the hole's edges in order for the plug to hold effectively. Put some glue on the plug and work the plug into the hole. Check to see if the plug would stay in place.
Repairing ATV tires can take some time to master because different scenarios apply different kinds of plugs. However, regardless of hole size, you should always allow the glue to dry before continue riding your ATV. With this simple procedure, you can ride your ATV in the mean time and have it repaired later.
