SAFER ATV TRAIL RIDING
A good ATV can do just about anything. Tearing up dunes and trails on a four wheeler only gets more intense the more power and suspension capability you put on your vehicle, which is why it’s so important to learn how to ride safe. Careless riding can easily lead to injuries, property damage, and expensive fixes on your vehicle, so this guide from Campers RV Center will walk you through some of the essential safety principles to keep in mind while you’re riding. By sticking to the trail, bringing all the proper equipment with you, and being responsible, you’ll prevent a lot of the risks commonly associated with riding. So when you have questions or want to check out our selection of Can-Am™ ATVs and other products, come visit us at our dealership in Shreveport, LA.
Stick to the Trail
The thick tires and powerful engine on a Can-Am™ ATV will let you go just about anywhere you want to, but that doesn’t mean you necessarily should. Trails are made to be fun to ride by themselves, and they’re laid out in a more predictable fashion with obstacles that are easy to overtake on a four wheeler. However, if you try straying from the trail, you’ll wind up on a course that you have no idea whether or not you can handle. Trees and corners will be everywhere, and you might not be able to get over and around everything in your way. On top of that, you’ll be doing a lot of damage to the area, as riding in a natural area will erode the soil, destroy plant life, and damage the overall structure of the area. This will ruin the area for future riders, so please enjoy your ATV by riding only on the trails designated specifically for four wheelers.
Equipment
When riding a trail, you’ll frequently find yourself far away from any other people aside from your riding partner. Since things can always go wrong, even on a good vehicle like a Can-Am™ ATV, you’ll need to have backup gear. Bring along some of the basic maintenance equipment, such as a screwdriver, electrical tape, and a wrench, as well as an extra spark plug in case one of them goes out. Bringing a GPS along is also helpful. Even though your phone has one, it might not have service out there in the middle of nowhere, while the GPS will reliably give you the directions you need.
Be Responsible
Riding on public property involves a little bit of extra responsibility on your part. You don’t want to leave the area in worse condition than you left it, as this could create safety hazards for other riders. For instance, don’t leave behind any garbage or litter. Also, like we mentioned before, make sure you stick to the designated trail. If you do excessive damage to a publicly owned trail, the caretaker might shut it down to prevent unnecessary damage to the area. For your own enjoyment, and for the sake of other riders, it’s best to take care of the trails you ride on. Along with general trail care, you should also be polite and courteous to other riders. Don’t try to pressure other people into riding faster, as inexperienced riders might not be as comfortable as you are with the trail. If you’re careful riding around others, you’ll prevent accidents and make the experience more enjoyable for everybody.
Riding a Can-Am™ ATV can be an exciting experience, and by following the basic safety principles outlined in this guide, it’ll be a much more comfortable activity every time you go out to the trail. If you have any further questions or want to look at our inventory, don’t hesitate to come into Campers RV Center, near Bossier City, Ruston, and Monroe, LA. We also serve the areas of Marshall, Longview, and Tyler, Texas.