ATVs are becoming increasingly popular with families and children, and the sport of quad riding can be a great pass time for families and friends alike. But there are many things to consider before you begin riding, especially if you have kids who are beginners. You would not allow your teenager to drive the family car without the proper training, and it is just as important to give children the proper training and preparation for all-terrain vehicles, even though they do not need to legally possess a license to operate one.

When you begin shopping for the right ATV for your child, be sure to consider the following: clearance between the ATV seat and the in-seam, how the upper-legs are positioned, foot length for correct braking, grip reach, throttle reach, and break reach. All of these concerns come down to control. The child should be able to control the ATV properly, without stretching or straining to reach anything. If the child does not fit comfortably on the ATV, then it is simply not the appropriate size. It might be tempting to buy an ATV that the child can "grow into" but it is not safe. Just be prepared to sell the used ATV when the child has grown out of it, or to pass it down to a younger child, friend, or relative......


There is a rough guideline for ATV size and the age of the rider. Children who are six and older can typically handle a 70 cc engine. Children twelve and older can handle a 90 cc engine. People sixteen and older can handle engines larger than 90 cc. Be sure that you do not put a child on an ATV that is too powerful the child to handle. That will lead to dangerous situations and bad accidents. You should also make sure the children are aware of just how much pressure is needed for the throttle and the brake to work properly before they do any off-roading.

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Author: Alex Sutton has worked in the motorsports industry for nearly 11 years. For more information please visit ATVs

How to Find the Right ATV For Kids

Once you've made your investment in your ATV, you want to protect it, like any investment. People regularly perform minor maintenance to keep their cars in the best condition, as well as maintenance on their homes, their electronics, and anything else they own of value. All-terrain vehicles are no different, and like most things worth having, they need to have a little love! Here are some basic tips to protect your ATV and keep it in the best running and physical condition possible.

Before you begin any maintenance on the bike, you should be fed and rested. Your concentration and focus will diminish if you're hungry or exhausted. When concentration diminishes, accidents happen. You should always wash and inspect your ATV after riding it. When you detail the ATV (which is not necessary after every ride), you can use an old toothbrush to reach all the tiny little cracks and corners in the ATV. The inspection should include the brake pads, all fasteners and levers, and anything that might need a good dose of WD40. If you need to fix, secure, replace, or otherwise fiddle with anything, be sure to use the right tools......


Pay special care to the air filters and tires. The more you take care of your air filters, replacing as needed, the longer the engine will last. Your tires will last longer if they're not under-inflated. ATV tires can be leaky, and a tire without enough air pressure is a dangerous tire. If you check the ATV tires before and after a ride, you have a better chance of not getting caught with a flat. You should also remove and check the axle regularly. Be sure to oil the chain after each ride, and the oil will penetrate better if you remember to oil it while the chain is still a bit warm.

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Author: Alex Sutton has worked in the motorsports industry for nearly 11 years. For more information please visit ATVs

Tips to Keep Your ATV in Excellent Condition

ATV powersports is becoming very popular as it is an all year sport for all ages and genders; so it follows that as the sport grows the vehicles are becoming easier to attain as the availability of pre-owned vehicles is also become wider. One of the more popular activities on the powersport scene is the ATV.

These vehicles are all terrain vehicles, which imply that they are designed for off road use. Usually made for a single rider and one passenger they come in a range of sizes and engines and there is a large range of models available and are predominately Japanese.

ATV powersport bikes are either four wheeled or six wheeled with engines ranging from 49cc to 950cc and their design makes them perfect for off roading in mud or sand dunes. When you become experienced in the world of power sports, you just have to strap on your helmet and get ready to perform racing and stunts like you have never experienced before on any other vehicle, and to help you make the most of the sport there are a host of clubs and associations that you can join which will allow you to learn how to ride in safety with other like minded riders.




There are many brands and types of ATV powersports vehicles for you to choose your vehicle from and internet is a wonderful source for you to refer to for ideas and suggestions for purchasing your dream bike. Although branded vehicles are usually more expensive than the off brand varieties, however if you can stretch your budget an investment in one of the recognized makes is preferable. You must also take into account your experience whilst looking to buy as the bigger ATV's are extremely powerful. So bare in mind the physical size of the machine as well as the engine power; in fact it is a good idea to go to a dealer and sit on the bike and try it for reach and handling.

The term Power sports encompasses a huge range of different types of vehicles and other than ATV's there are Snowmobiles, Dune Buggies, Karts and Dirt Bikes plus many more, and there loads of eBay sites selling them, however if you intend to buy your ATV through eBay, and it is a pre owned model, make sure you can ask the seller questions about the age and condition of the vehicle. Most people don't just rush into purchasing a brand new ATV; but that's not a major problem as there is an abundance of pre-owned machines on the market.

There are of course many websites that offer information and tips about the sale and purchase of ATV's and power sports vehicles. Use your instincts and try to go with a brand that you know of or know someone who owns one like it. In addition to this, buying your ATV from a reputed and trusted source ensures that you will receive after sales support from the dealer. Servicing is a major requirement of the manufacturers guarantee so make sure there are facilities locally to carry out this work.

The other thing to remember is to make sure you have enough money in your budget to buy the correct safety gear, such as a good helmet a pair of leathers and boots, and last but not least check out the insurance requirements as powersports can be dangerous if they are not approached with extreme caution. So there you have it; if you can tick all of these boxes your entry into ATV Powersports should be a safe and exhilarating one.

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ATV Powersports - Buying The Right ATV

Once bitten, twice shy,this is something a friend of mine told me recently. He went ahead and bought some ATV apparel for his kids online from an online retailer of some of the most reputable brands in the market today. Well, to cut the long story short and without revealing the name of the website, he didn't get his order and customer service was unhelpful. Therefore, today, if you asked him to purchase ATV stuff or anything, in fact, online, he would rather you take his eye out.

There are some essential facts about purchasing ATV accessories and other stuff online to consider before you whip out your credit card.

First off, check the reputation of the ATV reseller. You can either type 'opinion ATV seller' or 'review *website name*' into your favorite search engine and go through what others have to say about the website. It's a bit suspect when website owners don't provide phone numbers in their sites and consumers should know the dangers of purchasing ATV stuff from a website that does not provide a human contact. If they have a phone number displayed in their website, call the number for a quick check. If you don't know what to ask, ask them a simple question like, "Where are you located?" or "Out of curiosity, what's the shipping price for International purchases?" even though you're not located outside of the country!

Another thing consumers should be particular about when it comes to purchasing ATV stuff online is, variety and choices. For instance, I would rather purchase from a website that has a huge variety of designs, colors and prints for me to choose from, instead of a one-color thing or one-size warehouse clearance thing. It doesn't give you a lot of room to move, does it?

Purchasing ATV helmets for kids can be a little tricky. There's the size issue that you should tackle first. Take a measuring tape and measure round the widest part of your kid's head....that's the head circumference. Check the size against the size provided in the website. If they don't provide information on sizing, DON'T purchase because it would be really troublesome for you later on.

One final thing about purchasing ATV stuff online, always read the fine prints about return policy, shipping and of course, the guarantee/warranty.

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Author: Marsha Maung is an ATV enthusiast enthusiastically promoting ATV riding as a sport and family activity! She runs and is one of the staff for one of the hottest and fastest-growing ATV sites right now...http://www.atv4kids.com

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