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ATV / Quad Tire Mounting
Beadlock Mounting

 

TIRE-MOUNTING SAFETY GUIDELINES

WARNING: MOUNTING OF TIRES ON WHEELS CAN BE DANGEROUS IF DONE IMPROPERLY. ONLY TRAINED PERSONNEL, USING THE PROPER TOOLS, SAFETY EQUIPMENT, AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, SHOULD ATTEMPT TO MOUNT TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLIES.

  1. Use only a clip-on style air chuck with a long extension hose, remote filler, and inflation gauge.
  2. Using a tire mounting lubricant, lube the tire and rim bead seat. Determine the tire's maximum recommended tire inflation pressure.
  3. The tire and wheel must be located away from all personnel. Something solid, such as a block wall or a tire-mounting cage (see photo), must be between the tire/wheel assembly and the installer. THE TIRE/WHEEL ASSEMBLY MUST BE OUT OF "LINE OF SIGHT" DURING THE INFLATION PROCESS.
  4. Inflate the tire until you hear the beads seats snap, or until you reach the tire manufacturer's maximum recommended tire pressure. NEVER EXCEED THE TIRE MANUFACTURER'S MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE.

     

  5. If the tire beads do not seat, stop! Release all air from the tire/wheel assembly, and call your tire manufacturer or ITP for advice (909-390-1905).
  6. Once the tire bead is seated, disconnect the chuck, re-install the valve core, and inflate to proper operating pressure.

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TIRES BE INSTALLED IN A SAFETY CAGE SIMILAR TO THE ONE SHOWN IN THE ACCOMPANYING PHOTO. FAILURE TO FOLLOW RECOMMENDED PROCEDURES MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY

BEADLOCK MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Tires should be mounted using only good tire mounting practices and acceptable tire mounting equipment designed for the tire industry.
  2. Seat tire bead in the shoulder of the bead lock inner ring of the wheel.
  3. Position the outer ring. Tighten bolts in a cross pattern to ensure even pressure on the bead lock.
  4. The outer ring will flex to match the tire bead and should cinch down to meet the inner ring.
  5. Impact wrenches are not recommended for installing bolts, due to the possibility of over- or under- tightening. All bolts should be started by hand to avoid cross threading.
  6. Maximum torque: 10 ft/lb.
  7. Use tire-mounting fluid on the wheel bead opposite the bead lock to ensure a proper seat for the tire.

HOW TO CLEAN WHEELS

  • Probably the single biggest mistake when cleaning wheels is to use industrial cleaners, which can contain harsh abrasives. Mild soap and warm water is sufficient for routine cleaning.
  • After cleaning chrome-plated wheels, you can apply a non-abrasive wax or cream to prevent surface corrosion. If you have clear-coated wheels, skip this step.
    Don't let tire cleaners come in contact with your wheels, and try not to spray cold water on hot wheels.
  • If you go to the car wash, don't use steam cleaners or strong chemicals on your wheels.
    To brighten up your polished wheels (wheels without a clear coat finish) use a polishing cleaner.
  • To sustain this great look, apply some wax to keep the weather out.
     

Information provided by ITP.  For some of the most technologically advanced Quad tires on the market take a look at ITP ATV Tires.

ITP - INDUSTRIAL TIRE PRODUCTS
930-A S. Rockefeller Ave.
Ontario, CA 91761
Phone: (909) 390-1905
Fax: (909) 605-8885
customerservice@itptires.com
http://www.itptires.com

 


 

Wheel Size and Offset

Example: Front Wheel 10x5 3+2

  • 10" diameter x 5" wide wheel.
  • 3+2 is the offset which means 3" of the total 5" width is on the inside of the hub and 2" is on the outside of the hub.
  • Typically the stock front offset on most quads is 3+2.
  • A 2+3 wheel will sit wider on the bike than a 3+2.

Example: Rear Wheel 9x8

  • 9" diameter x 8" wide wheel.

 


 

Rim Sizes and Offsets Explained

Tire Size Example:  Rear Tire 20x11-9

  • 20 is the height of the tire in inches.
  • 11 is the width of the tire in inches.
  • 9 is the diameter of rim the tire fits on in inches.

This tire would typically be mounted on a 9x8 or 9x9 wheel.  The tire width is typically 2-4 inches wider than the wheel width.  So a 10", 11", or 12" wide tire could be mounted on a 8" or 9" wide wheel.  The last number in the tire size and the first number of the wheel size must always match.

 

 

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