To suit different riding styles and terrains, quad tires are available in a variety of types and sizes. There are 4 main tire types for quads in the market:
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Mud tires. These tires have wide spaced, deep treads to provide traction in muddy conditions.
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All terrain tires. These tires are made to perform well on a variety of terrains, including dirt, rocks, and pavement.
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Sand tires. These tires have paddle like treads to provide traction on sandy surfaces.
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Racing tires. These tires are designed for speed and traction, with a lightweight construction and low-profile tread.
Quad tire sizes are specified in millimeters and inches.
- In milimeters: 3 digits usually separated by slashes, for example: millimeters - "205/80-12" The first number represents the tire's breadth in millimeters, the second number represents the aspect ratio (the tire's height to width ratio), and the third number represents the rim's diameter in inches.
- In inches: 3 digits, for example "25x10-12". The first number indicates the height of the tire in inches, the second number is the width of the tire in inches, and the third number is the diameter of the rim in inches.