{"id":2286,"date":"2022-01-12T14:50:19","date_gmt":"2022-01-12T14:50:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dealerindepth.com\/?p=2286"},"modified":"2022-07-21T16:22:47","modified_gmt":"2022-07-21T16:22:47","slug":"an-atv-for-every-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dealerindepth.com\/index.php\/2022\/01\/12\/an-atv-for-every-season\/","title":{"rendered":"An ATV for Every Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

All work and ALL play. There\u2019s an ATV and a UTV for every task, trail, and season. Whether it\u2019s for property maintenance or fun, our ATV dealer can help you find the right off-road vehicle.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

ATV vs. UTV: What\u2019s the Difference?<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve started shopping for an ATV, you\u2019ve no doubt noticed there are a LOT of vehicles to choose from. And what\u2019s the deal with UTVs? How are they different from ATVs?<\/p>\n

Both of them are four-wheel drive and suitable for off-road use, but there are some differences. Here\u2019s how you can spot the difference between an ATV and a UTV:<\/p>\n

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  • An ATV (also called a \u201cquad\u201d) has a saddle that you straddle over like you would a motorcycle. They also have handlebars for steering. ATVs have no roll cage protection and generally are single-rider. Their smaller size makes them better suited for trail riding and other recreational activities.<\/li>\n
  • A UTV has individual bucket seats (and sometimes bench seating) with seat belts and a steering wheel. UTVs can seat as many as 4, and a roll cage protects the driver and passengers. Their larger size and hauling capability make them ideal for property management.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Although ATVs are better suited to recreation and UTVs for land management, you can hit the trails in a UTV and use your ATV to help you with tasks such as snow plowing.<\/p>\n

    All-Terrain for Work and Play<\/h3>\n

    You might think of ATVs<\/strong><\/a> as trail-eating thrill rides, but many ATVs can be fitted with cargo racks and have towing capability. ATVs typically come in three or four styles:<\/p>\n

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    • Sport\/Racing: A wider track and sport-tuned suspension delivers better handling and stability when cornering at higher speeds.<\/li>\n
    • Touring: Touring ATVs offer larger, more comfortable seating for two, plus added stability to prevent tipping.<\/li>\n
    • Utility: These ATVs have the flexibility that makes them well-suited for recreation and work. Their traction and suspension deliver a smooth ride for long-haul comfort.<\/li>\n
    • Youth: Smaller in size and weight, youth-size ATVs have additional safety features, including speed-limiting software and boundary-setting GPS technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Multi-Purpose UTVs<\/h3>\n

      UTVs were purpose-built primarily for land maintenance but offer flexibility for recreational riding as well. Although UTVs are larger and more expensive than ATVs, they serve a broad range of needs, and you can find models for specific purposes.<\/p>\n

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      • Side-by-Side (SxS): These UTVs seat the driver and up to 2 passengers. SxS UTVs include a cargo bed and can carry payloads of up to 1,500 pounds.<\/li>\n
      • Crew Cab: These typically come with closed cabins and seating for 4-6 people. The larger cabin and wheelbase sacrifice some maneuverability and cargo capacity. But for family outings such as hunting trips, a crew cab is a great option.<\/li>\n
      • Sport: Sport side-by-side and crew cab UTVs are tuned for performance, with many achieving over 200 horsepower. They\u2019re tuned to traverse a wide variety of surfaces, including mud to sand. Sport UTVs offer individual bucket seats with 4-point harness belts. They do not include cargo beds and are not suitable for hauling or towing.<\/li>\n
      • Youth: Scaled to fit riders over age 10, youth SxS UTVs, like their ATV cousins, includes several safety features.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Which One\u2019s Right for You?<\/h3>\n

        As you see, ATVs and UTVs<\/strong><\/a> have many uses. Whether you\u2019re looking for an all-terrain vehicle for work or play (or both), your ATV dealer<\/strong><\/a> can help you figure out which one is right for you.<\/p>\n