Overheating

I love the rapid and never-ending acceleration of a two-stroke, but because of that, they’re prone to overheating. The top 3 reasons a two-stroke engine overheats includes: Incorrect oil mix …

The coolant inside the cylinder is a pretty serious condition, and if ignored, could grenade the motor. But, the problem may not be as severe as it first appears. The …

Coolant in your ATV oil will grenade the motor. This is the kind of problem that needs immediate attention. But don’t panic, you’re in the right place, and very shortly, …

Hot starting issues are so annoying and can be a real pain to diagnose, but not to worry together in this post, we’ll get it figured out. Top 6 reasons …

Kicking, kicking, and nothing, you’ve checked the gas – it’s on and fresh, the plug wire is on, and the air filter is clear. Top 5 reasons a dirt bike …

Coolant does more than protect in high and low temperatures, it protects from some deadly silent engine killers that most riders don’t even know about. Top 5 reasons you should …

Dirt bikes live hard and die young, but let’s not assume the worst just yet. Top 3 reasons a dirt bike kick start won’t move include: Seized engine Hydro-locked engine …

Popping and banging noises from your ATV is annoying, but it’s also a warning sign that you probably shouldn’t ignore. An ATV makes a popping noise because the engine is …

Nothing wreaks your trail riding fun like an overheating ATV, and without spare coolant, it’s a real worry. You may put water in an ATV radiator as a short-term measure. …

When you are chasing an engine performance problem, running a compression test early can answer many questions. I’ve been a mechanic for over twenty years, and I can’t run my …