First, I'd like to say, I'm so/so when it comes to maintenance on atv's. Basically, I'm a hunter who enjoys taking my atv out on mudding expeditions with the buddies. I've only been once, and we plan other trips, so I decided I may want to get some muddin tires for the atv. (Grizzly 660 2002).

1. First off, did I make a good choice by purchasing a Grizz?
2. I was thinking the 586's or Mudlite's? I'll be serious muddin about 2x per year. I also use the atv for pulling a Tufline disc (2x per year)for foodplots, so I know a mud tire will help with traction. At other times, just joy riding around the farm, and inbetween farms on blacktop.
3. Tires....I like the look of the black steel wheels, but, I also like the fact that aluminum is light. So, I'm not sure what tire to get?
4. I figured I would purchase a 4-wheel/tire set over the internet, versus going to the local atv dealer = better deal, correct? I have a compressor, and lug gun for removing wheels if need. What do I need in order to lift the atv, jack?? Is this the best route to go??
5. I would also like to add exhaust wrap to the headers to decrease back fire, or loss of power. I took the Grizz in for the recall, and Yamaha added a kit to limit this excessive exhaust problem. It helped, but I think it could be better! Any idea where I can get the wrap, and if you would recommend it? Is it easy to install?
6. Are tires/wheels easy to take off and put on? Anything I need to know as far as tips?
7. I also would like to add spacers to the atv, 1" spacers before I reinstall the wheels? pros and cons? I think it would give me more stability. Any idea where I can purchase these?
8. How in the world do I figure out what size tire & wheel I need, front and back? What combination size tire and wheel would you recommend?

In advance, thanks for your input!

 

Wow that's a lot of questions. It doesn't sound like you are going to be a "Hard Core" mudder so I wouldn't worry so much.

1. Your Grizz or any of the new big bore machines will do fine in just about any condition.
2. I would lean toward the Mud Lites because they are a little lighter and IMO a better "All Around" tire that still works well in Mud & Snow. They also give you a smoother ride on the hard packed trails and blacktop. I would go with a 26 or 27 inch tire.
3. As for wheels go get what you want. Steel is stronger but lots heavier putting even more strain on your axles. If it were me I'd stay with aluminum but that's just my opinion.
4. In most cases you get a better deal getting both wheel/tire combo but most of my friends including myself just used our factory wheels with new tires. A regular car jack will work for lifting but you can get an ATV jack for about $60. I don't have one but if you are planning on working on your own machine it may be worth getting one for that price.
8. As for tire size I'd go with 10s on the front and 12s on the back. This seem like what most go with so call me stupid I just followed suite.

I'm sure you will find that the larger more agressive tires will help with your hunting excursions as well as your mudding adventures. The extra ground clearance alone helps a lot not to mention the 6-ply tires nearly eliminating the worry of flats. In fact this was the main reason for me getting mine. After getting 6+ flats with my factory tires I had to upgrade. Good luck with your choice. I'm sure you'll be happy with which ever set up you decide on.

 

Outrage,
Thanks for the response.

I guess I'm a bit confused:

1. 25, 26 or 27" = Tire size?
2. 9, 10 or 12 = Wheel size?

I was thinking about using my factory tires, but then I'd have to pay an arm and a leg to get replacement tires. I don't know about you, but the dealerships here are expensive! If I priced out new tires w/ same wheels, I'm 450.00 local shop, versus $550.00 roughly ordered with new wheels ready to install??

 

Get 26" tires and use your stock wheels or at least that's what I would do.

 

tire height = 26 or 27
tire width = 10 or 12
rim size = 12
tire height always the first #, tire width always the second #, rim size the 3rd #