This was my first order with this company and I was impressed with the service I received and also that they had a windshield to fit my side by side which is not a top brand name. They shipped the order out in a couple of days
during the week of Thanksgiving and I recieved it in less than a week. I also was also impressed that I got a separate email from the owner thanking me for my purchase which is almost unheard of nowadays. The windshield arrived with all the hardware to install it and was probably less expensive than if I had bought the material for the windshield the gasket and hardware and then tried to cut it to fit. I would definitely buy from here again should the need arise and would recommend them to others needing a utv windshield.
We found TerraRider to have excellent service. We ordered a windshield for our new side by side. To NO fault of this company, we ordered the incorrect one. The return was super easy and our account was credited quickly. Then, we received a call from the manager. The manager left his cell phone for my husband to call to ensure our next windshield was correct before paying for it and shipping same. It arrived quickly, was easy to install and we are super happy customers. Thank you, TerraRider! :)
Flat tires are inevitable when it comes to riding UTVs. At one point or another, you’ll likely find yourself on the trail needing to change a tire. While being prepared with a jack and the necessary spare parts and tools is ideal, it’s also not always realistic. Many riders find themselves mountainside with very few tools and a flat tire. Thankfully there are unconventional ways to get the job done.
Learn how you can change a flat tire on the trail below.
Don’t Have a Jack? No Sweat!
If you’re on an excursion and find yourself with a flat tire, but don’t have a jack, don’t worry! You have a few options. Take a look at your surroundings and use your environment to help!
Find a Rock — It doesn’t have to be a rock. A log, mound, humanmade dirt pile, or anything similar will work just as well. Anything that is sturdy, large, and allows you to park one tire on and the other three tires off will work. You might have to try a couple of times to get the angle just right, but, in theory, you should be able to put the weight of your machine on the other three tires so you can work on the fourth.
Use Your Winch — A popular method among avid UTV adventurers involves your winch, a friend, and their machine. Find your flat tire and have your buddy park on the opposite side of you. Extend their winch over your cage. Next, anchor their winch line to the top of your cage on the same side as your flat. Now, carefully have your friend pull in their winch to lift your machine off of the flat. If you are riding solo and you can’t find a boulder or something to else, you can always find a strong tree with an even stronger branch to winch up.
Construct a Ramp — For this method, you need to find a couple of logs. Put one log on top of the other to make a “T.” You’ll be able to drive up the ramp so that your skid plate rests on the inclined log. Make sure your suspension is not resting on the angled log, but your skid plate! FYI — this method works best for front tires.
Supplies to Bring Along
We know it’s easier to leave tools and other spare parts in the garage than to pack them in your UTV. However, it might be worth it to pack them, just in case you run into trouble. In a perfect scenario, you would have everything you need to change a flat easily but rarely do things go perfectly. At the very least, bring along a tire plug kit and, if you can, a small air compressor to make your life easier.
Contact TerraRider UTV Windshields
Before you head out on your next UTV excursion, make sure to take a few tricks up your sleeve to help you return to adventuring. The experts at TerraRider UTV Windshields are here to help. Check out our online shop. We carry a wide range of windshields and accessories for your favorite past time. We have everything your UTV needs for an exciting adventure. Contact us today!
This was my first order with this company and I was impressed with the service I received and also that they had a windshield to fit my side by side which is not a top brand name. They shipped the order out in a couple of days
during the week of Thanksgiving and I recieved it in less than a week. I also was also impressed that I got a separate email from the owner thanking me for my purchase which is almost unheard of nowadays. The windshield arrived with all the hardware to install it and was probably less expensive than if I had bought the material for the windshield the gasket and hardware and then tried to cut it to fit. I would definitely buy from here again should the need arise and would recommend them to others needing a utv windshield.
We found TerraRider to have excellent service. We ordered a windshield for our new side by side. To NO fault of this company, we ordered the incorrect one. The return was super easy and our account was credited quickly. Then, we received a call from the manager. The manager left his cell phone for my husband to call to ensure our next windshield was correct before paying for it and shipping same. It arrived quickly, was easy to install and we are super happy customers. Thank you, TerraRider! :)
This was my first order with this company and I was impressed with the service I received and also that they had a windshield to fit my side by side which is not a top brand name. They shipped the order out in a couple of days
during the week of Thanksgiving and I recieved it in less than a week. I also was also impressed that I got a separate email from the owner thanking me for my purchase which is almost unheard of nowadays. The windshield arrived with all the hardware to install it and was probably less expensive than if I had bought the material for the windshield the gasket and hardware and then tried to cut it to fit. I would definitely buy from here again should the need arise and would recommend them to others needing a utv windshield.
We found TerraRider to have excellent service. We ordered a windshield for our new side by side. To NO fault of this company, we ordered the incorrect one. The return was super easy and our account was credited quickly. Then, we received a call from the manager. The manager left his cell phone for my husband to call to ensure our next windshield was correct before paying for it and shipping same. It arrived quickly, was easy to install and we are super happy customers. Thank you, TerraRider! :)
