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ATV & Four-Wheeler Spare Tire Mounts
A flat tire miles from the trailhead is one of those situations where being prepared and being unprepared produce very different outcomes. Carrying a spare tire on your ATV means a flat is an inconvenience. Not carrying one means it might be the end of your ride. A proper spare tire mount keeps the spare secured to the machine, accessible when you need it, and out of the way when you don't. Everything ATV carries hitch-mounted spare tire carriers and the associated hardware from Hornet Outdoors, giving you a clean, receiver hitch-based solution for carrying a full spare on your ATV.
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Buyer's Guide for ATV Spare Tire Mounts: Helping You Shop!
Why ATV Spare Tire Mounts Make Sense
Trail tires get punctured. It happens to experienced riders on familiar trails and it happens fast. A sharp rock or metal debris camped out in the mud or a hard impact on your sidewall can smoke your tire in seconds, leaving you with a flat and a conundrum on your hands. If you don’t have a spare, you’re left either with trying your luck at plugging the puncture or waiting for rescue. For longer backcountry rides, remote property work, or any situation where getting stranded would be a serious problem, carrying a spare isn't paranoid. It's just smart preparation.
ATV Tire Carriers That Hook Up to Your Hitch
Going with a hitch-mounted ATV tire carrier is an excellent way to keep that tire as secure as possible when the ride gets real bumpy (and doesn’t it always?). The angle of the carrier matters. If you’ve got more of an angle in the upper mount, then that positions the tire more upright and forward, which keeps stress on the hitch low while not displacing your weight to far from your machine. A straight carrier, on the other hand, keeps your tire flat, which many people prefer when they don’t have to care about rear clearance. Both designs work. Choose based on how your machine is set up and how much rear clearance you're working with.
ATV Tire Mount Lug Bolts and Mounting Hardware
A spare tire mounted without proper fasteners is a tire waiting to fall off. Quality lug bolts specifically designed for spare tire carrier applications are what keep the wheel securely on the mount during rough riding. Using the wrong hardware risks losing the spare at the worst possible moment. Match your lug bolt spec to the wheel you're mounting and use proper torque values. It takes an extra five minutes of attention during setup and eliminates a potential problem completely.
Top Selling ATV Spare Tire Mount Brand
Hornet Outdoors builds ATV-specific hitch-mounted spare tire carriers in multiple configurations, with the build quality and proper engineering that keeps a spare tire safely mounted through the kind of rough riding that ATV owners actually do.
Top Selling ATV Spare Tire Mount Products
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The Receiver Hitch Spare Tire Mount with Angled Upper by Hornet Outdoors positions the spare at an angle that reduces leverage on the hitch and keeps the tire stable and out of the way during riding. A clean design that works well for most standard ATV setups.
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The Receiver Hitch Wheel and Tire Mount Straight Carrier by Hornet Outdoors holds the spare in a straight horizontal position for riders who have the rear clearance to run this configuration and want a direct, stable carrier that keeps the tire flat and secure.
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The Lug Bolts for Spare Tire Mount by Hornet Outdoors are the proper fastening hardware for Hornet spare tire carriers. Use the right hardware here. A spare that comes loose on a rough trail defeats the entire purpose of carrying it.
ATV Spare Tire Mounts Frequently Asked Questions
What size receiver hitch do I need for these?
Most tire carriers are compatible with standard receivers. Confirm your hitch size against the product spec before purchasing. Most full-size ATV receiver hitches accommodate these carriers without issue.
Will an ATV tire carrier make my handling feel different?
While you’re adding some weight to the rear of the machine, a high-quality carrier will keep the difference in handling very minimal. The effect is modest on a properly set up ATV and not something most riders notice significantly during normal trail riding.
Can I mount any size tire on a hitch spare tire carrier?
Carrier capacity varies by design. Check your weight rating and the tire size range specified by the carrier.