Getting ATV ready to ride

Recently a friend suggested we bring out another ATV following  day. I replied   That is simply  impossible. I need a week to get  that machine ready. In perfect situation, we can open the packing and get ATV ready in four hours. I need much longer time because of my location and circumstances.

My farm workers are regularly irregular in turning up for job. They need to come to get the box out to the yard.

First the packing has to be opened and put all the four tyres on. The machine has to be lifted sufficiently to install the tires. Here is a small hitch. The tyres tends to loose air during storage and tubeless tyres get disengaged from Rim. It is not possible to pump air with hand pump under such circumstances. Large quantity has to be pumped quickly to seal the gap and we can easily do that with compressor. Nearest Petrol pump is ten km away. Recommended air pressure is just Ten pounds.

Handle bar is to be lifted into strait position and four bolts tightened. There is small chance the brake fluid drained on transit from the container on the handlebar. We have to ensure sufficient brake fluid.

The battery has to connected after making sure it is fully charged.

Next comes the critical tuning part. There is no clutch lever and the clutch is indirectly controlled by engine speed. So perfect tuning is a must with  smooth engine humming at idle speed. My local mechanic has to be free enough to come and do the job.

Standard tools that came with ATV are not sufficient. The front wheels need a box or barrel spanner of Size 12. Plug spanner that came from China is very delicate and do not last long. Naturally to put together the tools I use takes some time.

ATV tires

Tires are indispensable component of any vehicle that wears out over the usage & need to replace them. Unlike the mechanical component failure, we can plan our purchase in advance. Heavy damage rarely happens thereby needing the immediate replacement.

ATV tires not standardized and different manufacturers use different tire sizes for similar products. The front tires for 100cc – 110 cc ATV could be anywhere between 16 inches  to 22 inches in  diameter. Very small sizes mean handling limitation but too big has not much advantages. It increases the cost and height. More height mean higher centre of gravity meaning less vehicle stability.
 

My ATV has 19 x 7-00 at front and 18 x 9-50 at rear. Considering utility, available power and other practical considerations, I find they are ideal for the ATV of this size.

Some Indian manufacturers are exporting ATV tires with diameter above 22 inch for larger ATVs. Tires that I am looking for with dimensions 19 x 7-00 and 18 x 9-50 are still a matter of concern. My present set should last more than another two years & I am confident of finding a solution before that.