| Okay, you've bought the ATV, now it's time to get | | | | When pulling anything, especially ATV's, make sure |
| it home. Unfortunately, you can't ride your ATV | | | | your load is tied down. Many people use lashings that |
| down the street, so you're going to have to | | | | stretch or loosen during transportation, which makes |
| purchase an ATV trailer to get it there, and to your | | | | for a dangerous situation waiting to happen. Purchase |
| fun destinations. | | | | adequate tie-downs for the weight of your ATV and |
| Buying an ATV trailer takes some homework, and | | | | lash to the ATV trailer using a ratchet-style tie-down |
| there are some things that will need to be done | | | | if possible. These types of tie-downs come with |
| before you decide on and purchase any particular | | | | different weight bearing capacities. Better to get |
| trailer. One of the first things to do is make sure | | | | something stronger than you need than something |
| your vehicle is able to pull the extra weight of a | | | | that won't hold your load down. |
| trailer with one, two or three ATV's loaded onto it. | | | | Don't assume that tightening your straps is all you |
| Then, you'll need to attach a trailer hitch to your | | | | need to do between Point A and Point B. Many loads |
| vehicle. Learning how to pull, turn and drive your | | | | shift during transportation, and factors such as speed |
| trailer in various terrains and surfaces is a good idea | | | | and wind may loosen your straps while driving. When |
| as well. | | | | you stop to fill up for gas, check your straps and |
| Most people can purchase an ATV trailer at the lot | | | | tighten if necessary. |
| where ATV's and campers and other outdoor | | | | Did you remember to check everything? No, there's |
| vehicles are sold, or you may opt to find a trailer | | | | one more item to consider and that's your ATV |
| yard in your community. Make sure that any trailer | | | | trailer brakes. Check to make sure the hydraulic fluid |
| you purchase, whether new or used, works correctly | | | | reservoir is full and make sure the trailer brakes are |
| and has good tires. Make sure also that wheel | | | | working before you ever take your load out onto |
| bearings are in good working order and check them | | | | the open highways. |
| at least once a year to make sure they stay that | | | | Enjoying your machines is easy when owners make |
| way. | | | | sure that accessories and tools used for ATV's are |
| Next comes the ATV trailer lights. You may need | | | | well maintained and in good working order, and your |
| someone to help you determine that they're working, | | | | ATV trailer is an important extension of your |
| as one person needs to be in the vehicle while the | | | | machines. Make sure you think, 'Safety First' before |
| other watches the lights to make sure brake and | | | | you take your ATV trailer out onto the road, and |
| turn signals and sidelights are working. Don't rely on | | | | you'll ensure yourself a safe trip to your destination. |
| hand signals when pulling anything behind your vehicle. | | | | |