Brakes are serious business, and while most riders just use the handlebar brakes, the foot brake is there for a reason – It’s a backup. As problems go, a stuck brake pedal is an easy fix. And very shortly, you’ll be well on your way to having your foot brake working once again. The rear brakes on an ATV commonly stick because corrosion has built up on the foot pedal shaft. Spaying a penetrating lubricant will help free up the pedal. In this post, you’ll understand why the rear brake pedal is stuck; you’ll learn how to free it up and how to prevent it from happening again. Why Does Rear ATV Bra ..read more

I’m a mechanic and fuel-related issue is amongst the most common ATV performance issues. You are in the right place for fuel pump testing and diagnosis, very shortly we’ll have this figured out. There are five common ways to check if an ATV fuel pump is in good working order, they include: Listen for pump sound Check power at the pump Check pump resistance Visually check pump flow Use fuel pressure gauge to test system pressure In this post, we’ll cover faulty ATV fuel pump symptoms. We’ll cover the range of fuel pump tests open to you, and how to execute them. We’ll also cover fuel pump rep ..read more

A flat battery is a common everyday issue and easy to solve, you jumpstart her, right? But what do you do if even jumpstarting doesn’t solve the problem? Well, you are in the right place, I’m a mechanic and very shortly we’ll have it figured out. Four common reasons an ATV won’t jumpstart, include: Loose battery terminals Wrong jumpstarting sequence Faulty starter solenoid Faulty neutral switch In this post, we’ll cover all the common reasons your ATV won’t start, how to diagnose them and what you can do to fix them right now! Pre Diagnosis Checks Before we get into the actual diagnosis of ..read more

ATVs can be hard to steer at the best of times, especially when stationary. But you know your ATV and if it’s a lot stiffer than normal, you are correct to question it. I’m a mechanic and you are in the right place for ATV steering problem-solving. Four common causes of hard to steer ATVs include: Flat tire Power steering fault Seized ball joint Wrong tires In this post, you’ll learn why your ATV is hard to steer, you’ll learn how to diagnose the root cause and how to fix it right now. 1 Flat ATV Front Tire ATVs like all vehicles have a recommended tire pressure setting for optimum performa ..read more

A flat battery is a royal pain in the ass and there’s never a good time to have one, that said as problems go it’s a simple fix. I’m a mechanic, you are in the right place and very shortly we’ll have this figured out. To jumpstart an ATV you’ll need a donor battery and a set of jumper cables. Connect the cables in the following sequence: Positive on ATV Positive on Donor Negative on donor Ground on ATV Start engine In this post, you’ll learn how to jump-start your ATV quickly and safely. You’ll also learn how to charge your battery, how to check your battery health, and how to check your ..read more

There’s never a good time to break down but not to worry, I’m a mechanic, and very shortly we’ll have this figured out. 6 Common reasons an ATV won’t start, include: Flat battery – jump or charge battery Loose battery terminals – tighten terminals Fouled spark plug – clean or replace plug Flooded engine – dry out cylinder Stale gas – drain and refill Faulty starter solenoid – test & replace In this post, you’ll learn how to fault find your no-start ATV like a pro. We’ll cover diagnosis and you’ll learn some insider tips and hacks to speed up the process of both diagnosis and repair. Mec ..read more

From farm work to trail riding, there are many ways in which an ATV can help you relax and unwind. Buying used is a fantastic way for people to achieve the goal of being an ATV owner without having to empty their wallets, but it can sometimes be hard to know if you are getting a good deal. Since owners often calculate use by hours, people often ask, is 200 hours a lot for an ATV? The overall lifespan of a quad will depend on how the machine is used, where it is driven, and how well it is cared for. A quality ATV well maintained is capable of lasting many thousands of hours. Continue reading to ..read more

Whether you are looking for a way to get your child to unplug and spend more time outdoors or want to break into the world of motocross, there are many great reasons to buy an off-road vehicle. However, after deciding to buy an off-road machine, many people find themselves asking this age-old question, “Should I buy a dirt bike or a quad?” If safety, price, and adrenalin are your main concerns, you might want to buy a dirt bike. Alternatively, if functionality and comfort are a top priority, a quad might be better suited for you. Because dirt bikes and quads differ quite dramatically, it is im ..read more

A constantly flooded ATV is a real pain in the ass, not to mention it’s bad for engine health. Flooding causes gas to dilute the engine oil and that over the long term can be terminal. Anyhow you are in the right place, I’m a mechanic and I think we can get this puzzled out right now. ATV gas flooding is a symptom closely associated with the following common ATV issues: Clogged air filter Spark plug fault Soft battery Bad gas Coil fault Carburetor fault In this post, you’ll learn why your ATV floods with gas, you’ll learn how to diagnose the root cause and how to un-flood your bike quickly ..read more

ATVs work like dogs and traveling over rough challenging terrain is all in their job description. And it isn’t very surprising when small issues crop up. That said if your ATV does a ton of night work, no lights isn’t a small problem. An ATV without lights is a serious safety issue and is therefore useless come nightfall, but the good news is – broken lights are usually easy to fix. I’m a mechanic for over twenty-five years and you are in the correct place, very shortly we’ll get this figured out. The most common causes of non-functioning ATV lights include: Blown bulbs Blown fuses Loose wiri ..read more