What causes an ATV to backfire and jerk when you try to ride it?

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water in gas or out of time change the spark plug and check the carb bowl for water if there is then drain the tank and clean the carb

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Often when you have a motorcycle or ATV that is backfiring you will find that your bike is having a problem with bad spark timing. This will also cause your Jerking...

Take your bike to a profession and have them look at the carburetor adjustment and the timing.

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