Which tires should i get and what size i mostly ride in mud and dirt

 

I would either choose Interco Swamp Lites, GBC Gators, or ITP Mudlites. These are all tires that are good in mud and the trail or dirt. The only downfall to the Swamp Lites and Gators is that they are heavier than the ITP Mudlite tires. This weight can cause loss of horse power and top speed. The down fall to the Mudlites is that if you don't buy the XLs with the larger lug, the ATs (.75" deep lug) tend to slick over with mud easily. Now I am not positive if they really do slick over easily or not but that's what I heard from a review on another website. You might have a hard time deciding between these tires because I know I am. I own a Suzuki Ozark 250 and have researched every tire there is. These are the three best tires I can find. If weight is not an issue to you, go for the Swamp Lites or Gators. For a tire size, I would stay with the stock size or one inch wider or one inch taller but the rim size has to be the same otherwise the tire may not fit properly. Try not to go two inches wider than the stock tire because here again, the tires may not fit properly. Don't go more than one inch taller than the stock tires because any more than this will cause even more power loss than you want.

Good Luck!!
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2008 Suzuki Ozark
New tires on the way...<u>if I can decide which tires!!</u>

 

Alright thanks so i should just stay with the stock size? because im thinkin about gettin the 2 inch lift for it

 

If you want to go in deep bogs than yes, now you need a lift, bigger tires and if you want some mods to get those tires spinning easier. If you like trail riding and you have to drive through a swamp, no lift and stock size or one inch larger.

Hope this helps!!

 

thanks again yea im just looking for something thats gonna get me through the mud in tthe trails without gettin stuck to much. im also looking at gettin a winch do i just buy a winch are is there something i buy to connect the winch to my 4 wheeler?

 

There is a winch mounting plate that mounts the winch to the ATV. Sad enough, ATVs don't come stock with them so you will have to go to your local dealer and ask wich mounting plate will fit your ATV as there are different plates for different ATVs. If I were you, I would try to buy a Warn 2.5 winch. It will pull 2,500 lbs. which will pull you through anything you can find.

About how deep is the mud on your trail?? Is it to the point where it would be up to your fenders?? Is it gooey and sticky or just watery??

And...your welcome!!

 

Well i havent been in mud over my tires or anything like that yet and its both watery and sticky depending on where i go i havent tried anything crazy yet cuz i know i would get stuck lol

 

If your mud is watery and sticky like the 70 foot long swamp I have to get through to get on my trail, I would try for either Swamp Lites or Gators, and definetly a winch so you can try those bigger mud holes and get stuck!! I have gotten stuck in my swamp multiple times with my stock tires on my Ozark (but I didn't have a winch, which really stunk!)!! I am buying the 22x10-9 Gators for my Ozark. I heard they wear really well and still have good trail abilities and a smooth ride. With Gators, you will be able to go in mud as long as the mud isn't high enough to get into your air filter.
And the best part, you will be able to winch and pull yourself and others out as well, but only if you get stuck. GBC Gators and Warn 2.5 winch sounds like a perfect set up for you!!

SuziOzark---------Good Luck, Have Fun, And Be Safe!!
If you have anymore questions for me to answer, feel free to post them!

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2008 Suzuki Ozark 250
GBC Gators on the way!

 

ok so my front tires are 24 x 8 x 12 and back tires are 25 x 11 x 10 i didnt see any gators those sizes so does that mean i would have to get new rims to?

 

Here you go. Buy 24x11-10 for the rear, it will help save weight and keep the front and rear tires the same height. Look on the right side of this page and the tire sizes are under the description. http://www.gbcmotorsports.com/products/gator.aspx