, but just like a car there is a lot of maintenance. You may think that because it's much smaller than a car, there would be less work but this is not true. Because an ATV is usually driven pretty rough and because it's driven off the road there are many more things that can go wrong.
Many ATV riders like their tires to have low air pressure. With low air pressure it is easier for debris to get caught between the tire and the rim. Make sure to clean this area out regularly to ensure a long life for your tires.
Debris can also get caught up near your ATV shocks. ATV shocks are a very important part of the vehicle. Without good ATV shocks, you will a dramatic decrease in your ATV's performance. Make sure all debris is cleaned out if it's in an area that could cause problems.
The cables in your ATV can get roughed around after time. You will want to double check them before each run to make sure they aren't too dirty or fraying at the ends. If they are fraying you will want to seal them off so you don't have a short later on.
Loading your ATV can cause a lot of serious problems. Most people load with loading ramps. These ramps need to be secured to the truck or trailer so you don't end up falling backwards in your ATV. Many people don't bother securing their ramps out of laziness but you don't want someone to end up getting hurt.
Your fuel vent lines can easily become clogged especially with dirt and grime. This will trap your fuel from reaching its destination. Make sure you do a periodic check to be sure these lines aren't causing blockage.
Many ATV riders make the mistake of putting high octane fuel into their stock machine. This is a big mistake that could end up ruining your whole engine. Make sure you only use high octane fuel for a high-compression engine.
Following these guidelines can really save you heartache down the road. It may take some time now, but it will prevent accidents and even more time later on. Be sure and take good care of your ATV and it will take good care of you.