Category Archives: How to Do or Repair

Do It Yourself: How To Replace Your ATV Brake Pads

Two people riding ATVs in a dirt field, demonstrating how to change ATV brake pads.

Understanding the critical role brake pads play in an enjoyable, safe off-road experience is essential for any ATV enthusiast. With this comprehensive guide, we provide all necessary information on replacing and maintaining these components to ensure you’re always prepared for your next outdoor excursion. Ensuring that your vehicle is properly maintained will guarantee its longevity […]

Preventative Maintenance for 110cc ATVs Parts: Why and How

Close-up view of an ATV repair in progress

Owning an ATV is an exhilarating experience that provides endless opportunities for outdoor adventures. However, to keep the fun going, it’s vital to pay attention to regular maintenance. This guide focuses on 110cc ATV maintenance, from the essentials like the fuel system and air filters to more advanced areas like the electronic fuel injection system. […]

How to Change the Electric Starter for 110cc & 125cc Models

An ATV driver steers their vehicle down a dirt road in nature.

Owning a 110cc or 125cc ATV quad means having an electric starter, a convenient device that easily starts the engine engine. However, electric starters require regular maintenance to avoid issues and potential engine damage. When faced with a failing starter, knowing how to replace it becomes crucial. Don’t worry; we will guide you through simple […]

How to Tighten an ATV Chain That Keeps Coming Off

Drive chain with wheel

Does your ATV chain keep coming off? It’s a safety hazard and can ruin your day of riding. Here’s how to diagnose the problem and how to tighten the chain as a solution.  Why is Your ATV Chain Slipping? Hopefully, you can diagnose a loose chain long before it comes off. Noticing the common symptoms […]

How to Change the Brake Pads on Your Dirt Bike

Dirt Bike Wheel and Dirt

How to Change the Brake Pads on Your Dirt Bike Your dirt bike’s brake pads will wear down more quickly and more frequently than most other parts. Luckily, brake pads are also fairly easy to change on your own. Inspecting and maintaining dirt bike brake pads is important for a good ride and your safety. […]

4 Tips for Repairing Your ATV’s Brake Lines

Brake drum and shoe

You cannot enjoy an ATV ride without trustworthy brakes. That being said, brake issues are a common trouble spot, which is why it’s important to know how to repair or replace your brake lines. Brake lines can corrode inside and out, causing a lot of problems, including safety issues when you are out for a […]

How to Pick the Right Chain Size for Your Go-Kart

Chain sizes

Your go-kart’s chain lets the crankshaft turn the rear axle smoothly, transferring that motion so the machine can move via front and rear sprocket. Those sprockets are connected by the go-kart chain, which is sometimes known as a roller chain. Getting the right size chain for this function is important. When chains are too long, […]

How to Test an ATV Stator and Fix It If It’s Bad

Alternator Repair

Your ATV’s stator is an important part of the electrical system, along with the battery and regulator. If you have some kind of electrical problem, particularly a failure to charge, the issue is likely with one of these components.  An ATV’s stator recharges the battery while the machine is in use, like an alternator in […]

Why Does My Dirt Bike Start But Then Keep Shutting Off?

Engine Troubleshoot

Your dirt bike starts then shuts off. This is a frustrating issue. While it’s good that the bike will start, you have to figure out why it will not idle. Luckily, there are a handful of common reasons this happens and a handful of easy solutions. We are here to help you figure out why […]

Why Does My ATV Overheat: Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions

Car overheating

A day out with your ATV is a ton of fun until the engine overheats. Knowing the common ATV overheating symptoms is the first step in dealing with this issue, and ideally, finding a fix. Being aware of ATV overheating symptoms is also critical in ensuring that you stop riding right away to avoid major […]

ATV Troubleshooting: ATV Has Spark and Fuel but Will Not Start

woman wears yellow hard hat holding vehicle part

Your ATV won’t start. It is a frustrating situation that many ATV owners and riders will face. Since this is a troubleshooting guide, we will begin with the very basics. The first place to look is the fuel gauge to ensure sufficient gas, followed by testing for a spark. To check for the spark, turn […]