| There is a group of people that is growing larger | | | | important to determine if a ATV and a rider go |
| everyday. This is the group of people that have, | | | | together. |
| enjoy and promote all terrain vehicles. They can go | | | | From the very beginning there are some differences |
| by several names but each is hardly more than a | | | | in All Terrain Vehicles that will ultimately determine |
| different label. Some call these unique vehicles that | | | | their usefulness. Utility 4 wheelers portray a body |
| have slowly gained popularity a quad, some a ATV, | | | | style and structure that screams that it is made to |
| some a 4 wheeler still others a All Terrain Vehicle. | | | | work. Even the hefty feel of the ride feels powerful. |
| Farming, hunting, cursing the beach or the woods | | | | The body is designed for specific tasks like hauling or |
| they can do it all. | | | | pulling too. The frame, the tires, the torque and even |
| As with many types of new activities the younger | | | | the colors are chosen to create an identity |
| age groups first accumulate to it. Because of the | | | | associated with work. |
| nature of this activity as a sport it also is possible | | | | After the utility 4 wheeler there is the sport market |
| better suited to the young because of the rough | | | | that appeals to a younger crowd and like any sport |
| nature of sport riding. | | | | the sleek, swift appearance are paramount. The |
| The legal system has stepped in to a degree to try | | | | sport ATV is designed completely different and must |
| to limit the ages of young people by requesting that | | | | withstand different forces like increased braking at |
| the manufacturers create guidelines for riders based | | | | higher speeds, faster acceleration and the pounding |
| on a matrix of age and engine size. Some | | | | that riding for fun may entail. They generally are |
| manufacturers say a 70cc engine should only be | | | | more minimal in design but have more exciting colors |
| ridden by a person 12 or older likewise they say that | | | | that exude fun. |
| a 90cc engine ATV should be only ridden by a 16 | | | | Whatever 4 wheeler is right for you keep safety |
| year old. The issue with these guides is that they are | | | | upper most in your mind at all times and remember |
| suggestions and anyone can ignore them. | | | | to respect this powerful tool that is moving quickly |
| Until the legislature decides to step in and mandate | | | | and weighs a lot more than you do. Do your |
| age requirements it will be the rider who holds all the | | | | homework and find the one that fits you best and |
| responsibility for the right fit of the ATV. Does if feel | | | | enjoy the advantages these great little vehicles have |
| right, is it the right weight to control? How about the | | | | to offer. |
| fit for the riders height? All these things are | | | | |