A Guide for Quick Changes Between ATV Tracks and WheelsATV tracks are the ultimate ATV accessories. These tracks allow you to go where no ATV can go. In winter, you can travel along deep snow where snowmobiles would usually sink in. And in spring and fall, these tracks allow you to ride smoothly over muddy and swampy terrain instead of getting stuck. ATV track kits will evenly distribute the weight of your Honda ATV over a larger surface area. Instead of having your wheels drop down into the snow (or mud), the tracks will glide over so there are no limits to where you can go. ATV tracks can especially enhance your rides in winter, transforming your ATV into a snowmobile that gets through deep snow. Track kits, like CAMSO tracks, are bolt-on rubber track systems for most ATVs and UTVs. These all-weather tracks can be used on your Honda ATV year-round. Or, you can easily remove them and replace them with your wheels when you’re ready to hit the trails in summer. Here’s a guide on how to remove and replace CAMSO tracks for your ATV. |
Important Safety DisclaimersWhen installing and removing ATV tracks, it’s important to follow safe practices and work in a safe, clean, bright, and well-ventilated area. There is a risk of injury if the ATV moves or falls, so use appropriate stands and secure blocks behind the wheels to hold the vehicle in place.
Before installation, make sure:
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InstallationFirst, be sure to read and follow the Installation Guidelines included with your ATV track system for installation instructions specific to your ATV model. Here are general installation guidelines.
Note: You can install front tracks in both directions of rotation. For rear track installation, locate the direction of rotation indicator on the track. |
RemovalWhen removing the tracks, do not leave track components such as anchor brackets attached to the suspension arms or anti-rotation bars attached to the skid plate. These can damage the vehicle when the ATV operates on wheels. So don’t leave components other than the skid plate and footrest reinforcement parts. Removing Tracks at the Front of the System
Removing Tracks at the Rear on an Independent Suspension
Removing Tracks at the Rear on a Rigid Axle Suspension
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Re-InstallationAlways clean the wheel hubs on your ATV before re-installing the wheels or tracks.
For more information, refer to the Installation Guidelines for your specific model. When re-installing the wheels on your ATV, make sure to properly re-install all the original components, e.g., wheels and guards. |
AdjustmentsOnce you’ve re-installed the track system, it’s important to make adjustments and verify these adjustments after the first use of the ATV. To make these adjustments, place the vehicle on a flat, level surface. Adjusting the Angle of Attack for the Front Track SystemsTo get the right angle of attack:
Note: An adjustment of more than 254 mm measured with the flat bar produces easier steering but a wobbling effect when driving at high speeds. An adjustment of less than 254 mm produces harder steering but more stability at high speeds. Adjusting the Angle of Attack for Rear Track SystemsVehicles with Rigid Axle or Trailing Arm Suspension Since some vehicles require a particular adjustment, refer to the Installation Guidelines for your model to confirm the correct adjustment.
Vehicles with Independent Suspension
Note: The adjustment is incorrect if the stabilizing arm’s rubber cone is compressed and deformed. The stabilizing arm’s spring is then difficult or impossible to turn by hand. AlignmentYou must adjust parallelism with the ATV on the ground, driving the vehicle forward about 3 m (10 ft) and measuring the toe-in distance. Note: Every time you verify the measurement, drive in reverse, then, drive forward again for about 3 m (10 ft). Also, verify the condition of the steering system components before adjusting parallelism. Damaged components can prevent proper adjustment and impair the operation of the system. To perform adjustments on the ATV, first, unlock the nut of each tie-rod end on the ATV. Then screw or unscrew the rod link equally on both sides of the vehicle. For the following alignment formula, dimension A represents the distance between the outer front idler wheels. Dimension B represents the distance between the outer back idler wheels: A – B = ± 3 mm (1/8 in) |
Get the Pros to Check It Out for You!Improper adjustments can affect the performance of the track system and cause premature wear of the components. So to ensure that your ATV is in top condition to hit the trails, have your track installation inspected by the pros. Or better yet, have the pros install and remove the track system for you! With ATV track kits, the trails are limitless! |