| The notion that off-roading is bumpy, dangerous or | | | | and more comfortable are also options to consider. If |
| just for motorheads couldn't be further from the | | | | you're going as a family, UTV's and ATV's are ideal |
| truth. While off-roading by nature calls for a less | | | | for kids as they can still enjoy the ride without |
| refined experience, the sand rails and pre-runners on | | | | having the responsibility of maneuvering the vehicle. |
| the market today give comfort and safety while still | | | | When sourcing your options, in the UTV market |
| providing the rugged off road enjoyment so many | | | | there are plenty of quality rides to choose from. For |
| have come to love. | | | | speed, mobility and ease of access, many love the |
| Whether you're into fixing up and customizing your | | | | Yamaha Rhino. With a 660cc motor, the Rhino has |
| motorbike or ATV or want something pre-fabricated | | | | serious speed potential. Another favorite is the Polaris |
| so you can just roll and go, there are many options | | | | RZR or more properly the Polaris Ranger RZR. |
| to choose from. When heading out to the dunes or | | | | Known for smoking other UTV's with its clutch kit |
| the desert, there are a few things you'll want to | | | | and fuel controller option. Both are known for giving a |
| consider. | | | | smooth ride and greater mobility in the dunes. New |
| First is where to go. There are so many places to | | | | on the scene is the Kawasaki Teryx 750. A blend of |
| head out, but a few of my favorites are Rocky | | | | UTV and ATV, the Teryx offers sport performance |
| Point, Glamis, Sand Mountain, and Coos Bay. Once | | | | with gas-charged rear shocks with reservoirs and an |
| your destination is mapped out, planned and you're | | | | ample 500lb. capacity cargo bed providing lots of |
| packed up and ready to go, your next step is | | | | room for extra supplies and gear. Last, but not least |
| determining your mode of transportation or | | | | among my favorites is the Raptor 700R, one of the |
| enjoyment when you arrive. The reason I say pick a | | | | most advanced sport ATVs to come out of Yamaha. |
| destination first, is it helps get you excited and | | | | From its Fuel Injected high-torque 686cc engine to its |
| amped when you have a destination in mind. In | | | | lightweight Aluminum/Steel hybrid chassis, the Raptor |
| reality, it doesn't matter too much where you head, | | | | 700R has the power and handling above all. |
| but it does help in terms of making sure that your | | | | Stay tuned for the latest and greatest in |
| are properly equipped for where you'll be off-roading. | | | | motorsports and offroad racing. Next review will be |
| Two-wheels, verses four, a sturdy roll cage, helmet, | | | | of Yamaha Rhino Accessories, Yamaha Rhino |
| gear and other accessories to make the ride safe | | | | Performance Parts & Polaris Ranger RZR Parts. |