What to look for when buying a tire inflator
When purchasing an ATV tire inflator, there are a few things you should check. Make sure the length of the cord and the tube will reach all your tires from the battery when it’s plugged in. It’s no good only bei9ng able to inflate the front 2 tires. Make sure the Compressor is compatible with the battery in your ATV and that the battery in your ATV can be accessed so you can clip on the leads for the Compressor. Lastly, make sure the Compressor is capable of providing the desired PSI. All the ones we reviewed are cap[able of pumping up ATV tires.
Why get an Air Pump for your ATV?
If you have newer tires and are familiar with where you’re driving – chances are you’ll never need one. But, if you tend to go offroading in new spots or your tires are a bit worn down, then it’s a pretty great thing to have. For me, it’s a piece of mind thing.
I don’t necessarily need a lot of emergency stuff in life, but damn do I feel better when I have them. Kind of like my seatbelt.
Plus, many of the options today are so small and affordable that it’s just a smart thing to do. You can pick up one of the higher quality pumps for under 40 bucks and still have it a decade later. It can also inflate other things around the house, so it will hardly go unused.
How do Portable Tire Pumps get electricity?
They operate from the battery of vehicles. As for how they connect to your ATV battery, they connect directly with cables. It depends on each Compressor how you’re going to supply the power, though. Most that we listed use alligator clips straight onto the battery terminals. A few of them have multiple ways to charge.
What’s something to get “just in case”?
If you want something extremely portable that could fit in your pocket, the slime emergency repair kit is available. It’s not a long-term solution like having an air compressor, but it comes with 3 cartridges, plugs, an adapter, and tools to stop the damage if a tire is punctured. It’ll get you back home.
The usual tire will take all 3 air canisters, so you might want to bring more with you. This will also fit in a Ziplock bag if you want to keep the elements out. The case is pretty nice but not waterproof.
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