Performing Pre-Season Maintenance
(First Inspection of the Season)

If your ATV has been in storage or you haven’t ridden it in a while, check the following items well in advance of your first ride of the new season. Don’t wait until you’re ready to ride to discover you need to see a mechanic or buy a replacement part. Consult your owner’s manual for more information about your model.

• Reinstall the battery if you removed it for storage, and charge it fully. Be sure the battery holds a charge.
• If you did not change the oil and oil filter before storing the ATV, do so now.
• Check the spark plugs, and replace them if necessary.
• Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline, and make sure the engine starts.
• Check all the lights, and replace any burned-out bulbs.
• Check the tires for damage and inflate them. Tires may wear or flatten if left on the ground for long periods of time.
• Check for damage caused by rodents, such as blocked pipes or chewed wires and cables.
• Check for any other damage that may occur during storage. For example, parts made of rubber or plastic may deteriorate over time.
• Consider performing a pre-ride inspection (see Chapter 2, Pre-Ride Inspection).