How to Give Your ATV a Long and Healthy Life

Owning an ATV is not only a whole lot of fun, but it's also a pretty significant financial investment. So, it's only natural that as an ATV owner, you want to get as many good years out of the vehicle as possible before it starts to wear down. To achieve this, though, you need to be willing to put in some effort and consistently take proper care of it. For more info, come see us at our location in Lakeland, Florida, also serving Tampa and Orlando, Florida.

Change the Oil Regularly

There's a good chance that you've been hearing all your life how important it is to regularly change the oil of your car or truck. However, you may not be aware that it's just as important for your ATV. You can check the vehicle's owner's manual to determine the proper type and weight of oil that your ATV needs—typically, it shouldn't need more than a few quarts. If you can, check the oil each time that you fuel up, and don't hesitate to change it when necessary.

Keep It Clean

ATVs frequently get used for off-road activities, and they tend to accumulate plenty of dirt, mud, and grime. This is totally normal, but when your ATV gets especially dirty, it's worth taking the time to give it a wash. Not only is an ATV that isn't cleaned regularly more likely to develop rust, but substances like mud and dirt can even get into vents and other parts of the vehicle, which can negatively affect its performance.

Clean the Air Filter

To operate properly and efficiently, your ATV's engine needs a consistent flow of clean air, and the vehicle's air filter has a crucial role in providing it. For the air filter to continue doing its job properly, you need to make sure it stays clean and free of clogs. To make sure this is the case, check on your ATV's intakes and filters regularly, especially after a particularly dirty or dusty off-roading trip. 

Start Slow

When you purchase a new ATV, it's important that you ease into any heavy, strenuous use. Start with slower, easier driving, and give the vehicle time to get used to operating, and the oil and other fluids time to start flowing and serving their purpose. If you don't, you could be looking at costly repairs very early on.

Your ATV should be treated with just as much care and respect as any other vehicle, and it will reward you with many years of fun and exciting riding. To learn more, visit us at Sky Powersports Lakeland in Lakeland, Florida. We also serve Tampa and Orlando.