ATVs or All Terrain Vehicles are definitely a hit among men, and even among women and kids. How could they be not? Not only are they suited for various purposes, such as leisure or some sort of rugged transportation, they are also efficient in giving you that exciting and comfortable ride that no other vehicle can give.
So, if youre one of the millions jumping into the ATV bandwagon and planning to buy your own all terrain bike, you need to know how to pick the best among the pack.
Before moving any further, you have to admit upfront that money is really tight these days. From an economical point of things, buying a used ATV seems to be logical. Used ATVs don't have to mean poor quality vehicles, but still, you have to do some mechanical check before cashing in on one.
Here's a rundown of tips you should follow to get quality products from the pool of used ATVs:
Check the whole bike for rusts. Sweep the vehicle with your eyes for those red things, especially on the shock mounts, intersections of framed components, the gas tank (inside and out), and the A-arm mounts. Rusts in these specific areas could men that the bike has been under severe amount of use. You might shell out a lot of money for repairs and repaint in the long run.
Check the wheels. Raise the ATV up and move the wheels in all directions. This will allow you to see if there are loose ball joints and worn-out wheel bearings.
The air box under seat should not be overlooked. Take the lid off and check for dirt and water in the air box. If you spot any, better turn the offer down as the engine may be potentially damaged.
If you have 4x4 ATVs in mind, then better spot for chocolate brown-colored gear lubrication and busted joint boots. If you find them, better turn the deal down. gear lube of such color and joint boots in not so mint condition can mean more dollars for repairs.
Check the little essentials. Make sure the engine oil doesn't look contaminated. The handle bars, head lights, tail lights, brakes and engine shut off switch should work well.
If the parts are still in good working condition but are already too old, take note of them because they can be a reference point in negotiating the price of your soon-to-be ATV.
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