| The task of purchasing an ATV for each family | | | | are comfortable handling, and one that can carry the |
| member can seem to be a complex process, but it is | | | | designated load, will be fine. |
| one that can be done effectively. This article | | | | The power that an ATV engine has is an important |
| discusses a few factors to consider and discuss with | | | | factor to consider in comparison to rider age, weight, |
| the dealer when buying ATV's for the family. | | | | and experience. |
| Age of Riders | | | | ATV Cost: If you will be outfitting the whole family |
| Power of Vehicle | | | | with an ATV of their own, then cost is probably |
| ATV Cost | | | | going to be a consideration. Keep in mind they will |
| Type of Riding | | | | need to be suited up with riding and protective gear |
| Age of Riders: When considering which size of ATV | | | | also. For younger members with an ATV under 100cc |
| to buy for various family members, think about the | | | | you can expect to pay around $400, but for other |
| ease of vehicle manageability. This means that each | | | | family members you can expect the cost of a |
| vehicle should be the right size for each member of | | | | vehicle to start around $900. Depending on features |
| the family. Smaller vehicles will be ideal for younger | | | | and engine size an adult sized ATV can set you back |
| members, and larger vehicles will be more suited to | | | | as much as $5000. |
| fully grown members. Matching size to vehicle will go | | | | Purchasing an ATV for each family member should |
| along way toward helping riders feel comfortable, and | | | | be a project that is given careful thought and |
| confident in handling the machine. It is important to | | | | consideration. |
| match the vehicle size to the size of the individual | | | | Type of Riding: Keep in mind the type of riding you |
| who will be operating it. | | | | plan on doing before you purchase an ATV for a |
| An ATV should fit the size of the rider, and help | | | | family member. Not all vehicles are ideal for all |
| them to feel confident that they can handle the | | | | terrains, and so you should consider matching the |
| machine under many different conditions. | | | | vehicle to the terrain you plan on riding. The type of |
| Power of Vehicle: An ATV can come in many engine | | | | riding you plan on doing will factor into cost |
| sizes, so when considering the purchase of a vehicle | | | | considerations as well, because the better built the |
| for a family member, their ability to handle the power | | | | ATV, which is needed for more rugged terrain, the |
| needs to be addressed. Giving a younger member of | | | | more expensive the vehicle will be. If a vehicle is |
| the family an ATV with more power then they can | | | | used outside of its designed environment the ATV |
| handle is a mistake, and can be very dangerous. If | | | | will not last as long, or stand up to the abuse. |
| the operator is under the age of 14 then it is | | | | Matching the type of riding, or terrain, to the specific |
| recommended to keep engine power under 70cc. But | | | | capacity of an ATV is important for safe continued |
| if they are adults, then whatever engine size they | | | | operation, lifespan, and optimum performance. |