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Is Your ATV Ready to Ride?
Before Riding
Tires
Leaks, Loose Parts
Air Cleaner Housing
Drain Tube
Underbody &
Exhaust System
Nuts & Bolts
Driveshaf t Boots
Lights
Cable
Loading Limits
Use a gauge to check the air pressure. Adjust if
needed. Also look for signs of damage or
excessive wear (page
).
Check the wheels to see that the axle nuts are
tightened. Use a wrench to make sure all
accessible nuts, bolts, and fasteners are tight.
Check for, and remove, any dirt, vegetation or
other debris that could be a fire hazard or
interfere with the proper operation of the
vehicle.
Check for deposits in the drain tube. If
necessary, clean the tube (page
) and check
the air cleaner housing.
Walk around your ATV and look for anything
that appears unusual, such as a leak or loose
cable.
Check for damage (page
).
Make sure the headlight, brakelight and
taillight are working properly.
Check the cable housings for wear. Check the
fittings for looseness. Replace or tighten as
needed.
If you are carrying cargo, also check the following:
Make sure you do not exceed the load limits
(page
).
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