| Selecting the correct quad trailer for your needs is a | | | | inconvenient to sell what you already have to |
| complicated task. Often ATV owners underestimate | | | | purchase a new trailer. This would be necessary to |
| the size of trailer they need. Consider all the options | | | | accommodate extra bikes only a year or two later. |
| along with your needs before you purchase. | | | | Make sure you are making the most realistic |
| For those who intend on transporting their quads | | | | investment. |
| once or twice a year, rental is sufficient. But most | | | | Multiple capacity trailers accommodate different |
| ATV owners enjoy going places other than their own | | | | configurations of quad vehicles. The dimensions of |
| backyard. To transport these vehicles to the desired | | | | the trailer determine whether the ATVs will sit end |
| location, proper trailer is needed. The size and number | | | | to end or side by side. Double ATV trailers have an |
| of bikes you have determines the best choice of | | | | open construction and are built to handle two ATVs. |
| trailer. | | | | Look closely at the construction of these trailers. |
| All-terrain quads vary significantly in weight. They can | | | | Double haulers may not fit two fully sized ATVs. |
| weigh anywhere from 300 pounds to nearly half a | | | | Smaller tires can sometimes indicate a weaker |
| ton. The weight of your ATV is important when | | | | construction. Make sure you get the best quality for |
| considering the capacity of the trailer and the vehicle | | | | you money. |
| hauling the trailer. The dimensions of ATVs also vary. | | | | Triple and quadruple ATV trailers are designed to haul |
| Carefully measure each vehicle you intend to haul | | | | three to four ATVs. These open rack trailers are |
| before making a purchase. Guesswork only causes | | | | sufficient for most quad devotees. Triple ATV trailers |
| aggravation. | | | | measure around 7' by 12' or 8' by 13', and cost a |
| Trucks or vans that have enough room for one ATV | | | | couple thousand dollars or more. Quadruple quad |
| are convenient. One quad fits in the back of most | | | | trailers are a bit larger and follow closely in price. |
| trucks and some vans. However, purchase a second | | | | Enclosed quad trailers are much larger and more |
| ATV and things change. What if someone wants to | | | | expensive than some of the other options for ATV |
| come along for the ride? Though you don't own | | | | transport. However, the extra protection and |
| multiple ATVs yourself, often you'll be wishing you | | | | comfort are worth the expense. These easily contain |
| had the bigger trailer. | | | | several all-terrain vehicles along with maintenance |
| Single unit ATV trailers do come in a variety of sizes. | | | | equipment. Available enclosed trailers range from |
| Small tilt ATV haulers with ramps fit most hitches and | | | | single axle trailers for smaller tow jobs to nearly 40 |
| fulfill basic hauling needs. Do-it-yourselfers can enjoy | | | | feet. Enclosed trailers protect your vehicles from the |
| kit trailers that you build yourself for a reduced price. | | | | weather during transport so they are ride-ready on |
| The dimensions are 4' or 5' by 8' and have a weight | | | | arrival. |
| limit of less than 1,000 pounds. Swivel wheel trailers, | | | | Recreational enthusiasts have the option of RVs with |
| often used with SUV's, reduce tongue weight and | | | | extra hauling space for ATVs in the back |
| also the chance of jack knifing. However, these | | | | compartment. These are called toy haulers and can |
| often have a lower weight limit than larger trailers. | | | | run anywhere from ten grand to upwards of |
| If you have only one bike presently, you will likely | | | | $60,000. While a double or quadruple trailer will suffice |
| buy another one down the road. Think long term | | | | for most people, this particular option provides an |
| about the future of your quad trailer. It is | | | | all-inclusive option. |