How do I read ATV Tire Sizes?

One of the most frequently asked questions we get is "How do the ATV Tire sizes work?" Shown here is an example of ATV tire sizing. All ATV Tire sizes consist of 3 sets of numbers generally separated by dashes (ex. 25-8-12), forward slashes (ex. 25/8/12), or with an x (ex. 25x8x12).

1st Number = The overall height of the tire. (ex. 25x8-12 tire is 25" tall.)
2nd Number = The overall width of the tire. (ex. 25x8-12 tire is 8" wide)
3rd Number = The rim diameter. (ex. 25x8-12 tires are designed to mount on a 12" rim)

Choosing the right size of tire for your ATV

If you would like to beef up your machine a little without having to lift it, we recommend only going 1" larger in height and width from the stock size. (Example: If my ATV came stock with 25x8-12 on the fronts & 25x10-12 on the rears. I would order 26x9-12 fronts & 26x11-12 rears. That will increase the height and width by 1" giving your ATV a more aggressive look and feel for off-road performance. Some quads are able to fit tires 2 or 3 sizes larger than stock. If 1" bigger isn't large enough for you just check your machine's clearance. You can do this by turning your tires all the way one way or the other and check the clearance you have from tie rods, shocks and any other component that might interfere. Please contact us if you need help!

Buying ATV Tires at Pure Off-road.

Aren't sure what size of tires your ATV needs? Simply find your make/model/year of ATV in the list below and then click on the tire size and you'll be directed to a list of tire options in that specified size. If the size you're ATV requires is not a link that means we don't carry anything in that size and you'll want to find the next closest size in our Browse Tires by Size section.

Arctic Cat ATV tires by model

Can-Am/Bombardier ATV tires by model

Honda ATV tires by model

Kawasaki ATV tires by model

Kubota UTV tires by model

Kymco ATV tires by model

Polaris ATV tires by model

Suzuki ATV tires by model

Yamaha ATV tires by model

Once you know which tire sizes you need, start shopping here:
All ATV Tires or Browse ATV Tires by size