If you need to store your ATV in a self-storage unit this winter, there are some tips you should follow to keep your four-wheeler safe and dry. The tips below will help ensure that your ATV will be in tip-top shape when you pull it out next spring, with no need for repairs or replacement parts. Follow these tips, and you won't have to worry about storing your ATV in a self-storage unit next year.
The first thing you should do is ensure that your ATV is secured to the unit. Zip ties are a good choice for securing an ATV to the unit because they also use static electricity to help prevent theft. Another option is using shock-absorbing straps to secure your ATV, although these may not be as effective at preventing theft as weather stripping and other options, such as compression straps. You can also purchase security locks to secure your ATV further.
The second thing you should do is secure your ATV to the unit with more straps if necessary. If you store your ATV outside and are using a small storage unit, it may be difficult to secure the wheels of your ATV with additional shock-absorbing straps (like those mentioned above). The best solution is to provide additional shock-absorbing straps for additional security-just. Ensure these keep access to the walkways in and around the unit.
To be protected as best possible, you should also ensure that your ATV is plugged in and can safely operate (there is no need to store a battery-powered ATV). Furthermore, it may be necessary for your unit to meet certain safety standards related to the electrical system for the storage manager or facility staff to guarantee that your ATV will remain operational during storage. Your ATV could be damaged if it is not functional when you pull it out of storage.
If you store your ATV on an incline, ensure it is level during storage. If your ATV is not flat when you pull it out of storage, it will not be safe to operate on its own.
While your ATV is stored outside during winter, it is important to make sure that its tires remain dry, no matter how well you protect the rest of your vehicle. If you store your ATV in a unit with rain gutters and eaves, it will be necessary to ensure that the roof does not leak during storage.
If you follow these five tips, you can store your ATV in a self-storage unit without worrying about it being damaged or stolen. Your ATV will be ready to ride next spring and summer without needing repairs or replacement parts.
