Monday 23 August 2010

Tips for Choosing the Right Quad Bike & Utility Vehicle

When choosing the right Quad bike it is important to consider which type and model will best suits your needs. There are three different types of quad bikes to choose from, off road sports quads, off road utility quads and road legal quads.


Off Road:
The off road quads are built to handle very rough terrain whilst still providing a comfortable ride making it the perfect choice for the outdoorsman. This style of quad bike is great for transporting hunting equipment and game to and from your vehicle. The different models of Polaris Quad Bikes offer different features such as a large front storage area and all-wheel-drive. This style of quad bike is also great for trail riding and exploring terrains that other vehicles cannot.

The off road model is also well suited to the farmer. Farmers can use this machine for hauling materials and supplies, fence checking, irrigation and a variety of other jobs.

If you want the best off road performance, consider the Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EPS utility quad. It also has a towing capacity of up to 150 pounds.


Road Legal:

If you want to use your quad for landscaping or grounds keeping then road legal quads are a great option. With a trailer you will be able to move tools, shrubbery and other materials around with ease. The street quad will offer the right tires and suspension for the job. Without the large treaded tires and suspension of the off road vehicles the road legal quads ride like a dream on smoother surfaces.

Keep in mind, however, that all road legal quads require vehicle registration and road tax. A valid driver’s license is also required to operate them.

The Polaris Sportsman Touring 850 XP EPS Quadricycle is a very powerful model; it comes with power steering and has room for two people to ride.

Off Road Sport:
Polaris Off road sports quads are suitable for the rider that wants speed, exceptional handling and quick response from the accelerator. If you want to try your hand at racing or just a fun day at the dunes then the sport quad is the right choice for you. The sport quad will handle like a race car and have the power to back it up.

The Polaris Outlaw 450 MXR model is purpose-built for the race track, it’s wickedly fast and is ideal for high-performance ATV racing.

Used:
If you’ve got a slightly smaller budget, then take a look at our range of used quads. With regular maintenance a used quad can last a very long time and be a great investment.