GearUp2Go - Powersports Blog

Ever wonder what tire size you need for your motorcycle, ATV or UTV? Here is a simple step-by-step guide on how to use our OEM Parts Finder tool to locate the information you need whether it's for tires, fuel cap size or that bolt that rattled loose on your last adventure. OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer. This means that the OEM parts found within this tool were built specifically for your machine and are guaranteed to fit. Once you've located the part(s) you need, we make it easy to order it right on the spot. You can be confident that the part will fit and that you're getting the best possible price. We guarantee it!

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Ever wonder what mower might be best to use with your UTV, ATV or riding lawn mower? There are rough-cut and finish-cut pull-behind mowers designed to drastically reduce the amount of time you spend mowing. We've created some feature comparison charts to help you determine the best mower for your needs. Continue reading →

The snow has melted and the bikes are out. Perhaps you've already made that celebratory ride this spring or perhaps you’re still thinking about it. In either case, our skills may be a little rusty early in the season and many of us are focused more on the pure thrill of the ride than we are about our own safety.

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There are three main types of motor oil: Conventional (petroleum-based oil), fully-synthetic oil and semi-synthetic oil. Knowing which one to use for your Motorcycle or powersports machine, including UTV, ATV, Snowmobile and Watercraft can mean longer engine life and better performance. The wrong engine oil can lead to decreased throttle response, poor fuel mileage, premature clutch wear (in the instance of a wet-clutch), overheating problems, bearing failures, cylinder wall and cam degradation, stuck piston rings and more.

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According to the 2011 Boating Statistics report, published by the United States Coast Guard (USCG), there were 533 drowning deaths in 2011 of which approximately 84% (415) of the individuals were reported as not wearing a life jacket. What about you? Do you wear a life jacket?

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Spring is here and we’re ready to go! Are you? We’ve put together a checklist of some basic powersports equipment maintenance tips to get you off to a great start and ready for spring!

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We’re really excited about this new program and we know you’re gonna love it, but we have a little problem; we don’t know what to call it! So we’re turning to all of you for help. What do YOU think we should name our new rewards program?? Submit your ideas on Facebook for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

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