The ATV battery is the power source for the four wheels of an ATV. This battery is found underneath the ATV. The ATV battery is recharged by an electrical generator. Some ATVs require both an electric and a kick start. The kick start is when you stop the motor from starting again. The battery powers the electric start. The electric start is the starting device and the engine’s ignition.
The backup system is usually a 12-volt rechargeable battery. It’ll usually be in your vehicle’s trunk and plugged into a standard 110-volt outlet.
It can be quite frustrating when your ATV battery lacks power even after charging it. Despite taking care of it regularly, it loses backup power over time. Most of us generally leave it charging overnight for 7-8 hours.
ATVs, like cars, use an electric motor for power. This motor is hooked to a battery. The battery usually lasts for a long time, but you look at a new experience when it finally dies. Here’s what happens. Imagine you are riding an ATV. You need to stop. You press the brakes, and then it dies. What did you do wrong? Did you leave the lights running? Did you go too fast?
How does an ATV battery operate?
An ATV battery operates in the same way as a car battery. It holds a charge for a certain period and then must be recharged. A battery left inactive for too long will become discharged, just like a car battery. The ATV battery becomes unusable and needs to be replaced.
Why do ATV batteries lose power over time?
Batteries lose power over time because chemical reactions happen inside them. The chemical reactions produce heat, which generates energy. Eventually, the chemical reactions stop, and the battery becomes weaker.
Replace old and corroded cables
Corroded and loose cables can be dangerous. Packages of battery cells used for ATVs are packaged in plastic boxes. These boxes are normally taped tight so that elements don’t affect the batteries. The cables that connect the batteries to the terminals are thin wires. Sometimes these wires get loose from the terminals. If the wires are loose, the batteries will short-circuit and catch fire. The loose wires can also cause a cable to become tangled up, which can also cause a fire.
Make sure the fluid levels are adequate inside the battery.
Batteries are either rechargeable or non-rechargeable. Rechargeable batteries are charged by connecting the batteries to an external device through wires. Rechargeable batteries contain chemicals and electrolytes that transfer energy between one battery cell and another. Non rechargeable batteries contain chemicals inside that produce energy on their own. Non rechargeable batteries do not have electrolytes.
ATV batteries, particularly those used in ATVs, are designed to deliver more electrical current than a car battery. And, as ATVs and quad bikes move too fast and should not be stopped often, the battery must be powerful enough to crank the engine even if the rider stops for a relatively short period.
Replace the weak battery charging system.
A weak car battery charging system is one of the most common car problems. The lead-acid battery is one of the most important parts of your vehicle. It takes over the role of starter and alternator. Your car battery keeps the car running. And when your car battery is old, the battery charge reduces, and your risk of engine damage increases. But weak car battery charging system is the common reason.
Don’t leave the battery in cold weather.
ATV batteries kept in a very warm area will slowly lose power. This means a battery in a very cold place will lose power faster. This is because cold temperatures affect battery life.
Leaving your ATV battery in the cold can damage it. Freezing temperatures can cause the chemicals inside the battery to freeze. The chemicals then expand and contract, causing the battery to explode. Do not drive off the roadway if you ever see smoke from your vehicle. Allow a friend or family member to call 911 or drive you to the nearest service station.
There are two simple explanations for why your ATV battery keeps dying. First, ATVs are left running in vehicles or garages that aren’t climate-controlled. Temperatures above 70 degrees drain a lithium-ion battery of its charge. Second, the battery needs to be charged and cared for regularly. When the battery isn’t properly cared for, it drains faster. While riding, use the engine or motor to keep the battery charged.
Imagine it’s the middle of rush hour, and your battery dies. While some may call for an expensive towing service, others call for jumper cables.
To jump-start a dead battery, you need an 8mm socket (or a 9mm socket with a 30mm extension) and a jump pack. You should always do so when you jump-start an ATV with the key in the off position. Since you are not using your vehicle’s power, you must ensure the ATV’s battery won’t drain while you jump-start it.
There are three things you should always do when attempting to jump-start an ATV battery:
- Make sure the jumper cables are in good condition.
- Make sure both batteries are the same make, model, and year.
- Make sure the battery cables are connected correctly and that there is good contact between both batteries.
