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Sit Down Sunday.
So today we're going to talk about ATVs and UTVs and which
one is right for you?
Have you ever like sat down and just wondered? All right.
You know, do I want to ATV or do I want to UTV?
And really that question could be really tough for you guys
because it depends on what kind of riding style you may be
interested in and also the comfort level of your riding
experience based on, you know, if you're on an ATV,
you're gonna be sitting on the machine you got handlebars,
it's a lot more maneuvering versus a UTV.
You just like sit back in your bucket seat.
And you got a steering wheel,
obviously I got my opinions and preferences on why I still
own and ride an ATV versus jumping right into the UTV scene.
So just kind of listing off those things you should think
about when it comes to,
do you want to buy an ATV or do you want to buy a UTV?
So if you're looking to consider what your next machine is,
maybe taking a consideration, the level of a rider,
you may be experienced wise because this will tie back to,
you know,
what engine size you might want to go with in terms of ATVs.
If you're an entry-level person,
you might not want to go get that 1000 CC ATV right out
of the gate because of the more extreme power that comes
with it and the weight of the machine.
So really truly knowing how to handle that right out the
gate may be difficult and it could be dangerous.
So considering something more that like 500 CC range,
it's a little bit lighter,
four wheel drive ATV is still super capable.
And this also ties right into the UTVs.
But in this UTV side-by-side scene of things,
you have little more safety features with the roll cages,
the harnesses, seat belts, all that good stuff,
where you have a lot more protection.
So maybe you're an entry level person,
but getting a 1000 CC might not be the worst option.
If you just want that powerful fun machine.
And it's something you just got to really respect the weight
of that machine and how it handles because with the UTV,
it is very easy to flip them, just like an ATV,
maybe a little easier because of the top,
like the heavy top weight of a UTV roll cage.
And just how they're designed.
If you're someone that's really into doing a really long
trail ride, like talking 200, 300 mile days,
like very long distance trail riding,
I myself really enjoy riding an ATV.
But around that 200 mile mark, I'm feeling pretty burnt out,
just wore out from all the arm movement and like an ATV.
If you're taking corners fairly quick,
you're doing a lot of maneuvering where you're sliding side
to side, and it's, it's really a workout versus like,
if you're in your UTV doing 200 miles might be nothing
depending on how comfortable you are with it.
Really gotta ask yourself what stage of riding do you want
to be in.
And also it comes with experience like UTVs would be a
really great option for someone just getting into the
industry of riding where it's, they're a lot safer.
You got harnesses. Yeah.
Roll cages. You know, if you're ever wondering,
do you want to get super dirty while riding?
And it really depends on what kind of terrains you're
talking,
but obviously an ATV you are fully exposed to whatever the
elements may be. Maybe it's raining out,
you're going to get wet.
Maybe the trails are muddy or wherever you're riding is mud.
You're going to get K like it's going to happen.
Whereas a UTV, you have the options of a roof,
a windshield full side doors, or, you know,
full cabin closures, depending on what you're going for.
There's a ton of options on both sides, like an ATV.
We can still get you set up with a windshield,
help block some of the debris or dust,
but you're still going to have to dress appropriately to
enjoy that ride versus a UTV.
You can kind of get away with some of the luxuries of having
that more of a cab enclosure feeling.
Also something to consider is the cost of the machine.
You know, nowadays sport quads are kind of irrelevant.
Yamaha makes a couple options, but in terms of ATVs,
you're really going to be looking at a four wheel drive
unit, something like a Can-Am Outlander,
which we got behind us and price range wise
You're going to be looking at anywhere from picking one up
new from 7 grand at the very low end,
up to maybe 12 to 15 grand at that very high.
And maybe if you get a two-seater and then jumping into the
UTV scene, you have to ask yourself,
do you want a sport UTV, a mixed crossover,
or just strictly utility.
And to kind of give a brief price range on like a base model
to get you into the UTV scene,
you're going to be looking at at least 15 grand at that low
end, all the way up to 20 grand all day for base models.
And then the extreme more sport models are very like premium
Polaris ranger models.
You're looking at 25 to 30 plus nowadays when you're looking
at ATVs and UTVs on which one you're going to go with,
when you go to market to buy,
really pull all of these things in the mix on, you know,
what's your budget,
what's your riding style and piece that altogether to figure
out what's best for you. Because at the end of the day,
you don't want to buy a toy and have it sit in the garage
all year long and not enjoy it.
So finding something that you truly enjoy riding is the key
to having fun in the power sports community.
So we hope with all this little rundown here is I know it's
brief, but it's some really solid pointers.
We hope this helps you pick out your next machine.
And obviously give this video a like if you enjoyed watching
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we'll see you in the next one. Peace.