Many comfortable two-person ATV models are out there, but most work best for a single rider. On the other hand, SxSs or UTVs are designed to carry more people—at least two passengers and up to six—and are controlled by a steering wheel and gas and brake pedals as opposed to handlebars. SxSs have a bigger payload capacity than ATVs, meaning they can tow larger loads for those wanting to tow equipment around the ranch or farm.
The best place to start is to decide what your needs are. Due to their design and lower centre of gravity, SxSs are also more stable and easier to control than a typical ATV. These are performance-first vehicles with power, suspension and handling designed to be quick. Their race-proven power makes them much speedier than their Utility cousins, and riders enjoy modifying them with endless accessory options.
Designed for farm work and commercial-related applications, these vehicles have amazing towing and hauling capability. The all-purpose member of the SxS family, these are ready for adventurous trail-riding , mudding or hunting. They offer a great balance between work and play. These are the fastest-growing category in the SxS market for good reason.
With powerful engines for maximum horsepower, innovative suspension setups , and excellent traction systems, there are Can-Am models of Sport SxSs that are designed for any condition on your adventure menu. Craving desert and dune riding? With key features like great towing capacity, large cargo boxes for maximum storage space, and winches, this workhorse category is where it all started.
These are designed to work hard with higher payload and towing capacities. Some feature 3-person wide bench seating in both the front and rear to carry up to six people and can often accommodate all sorts of additional equipment, from completely enclosed cabs with glass windows, heating and air conditioning, to snow plows. Talking to other owners is also a great way to get feedback from someone what has owned the brand and model you are looking at. Side-by-Sides comes have several options when it comes to the transmission.
The type of transmission might not be a big consideration but it will dictate how much interaction the driver has with the vehicle. The three main options are the CVT continuously variable transmission , DCT dual clutch transmission and the sequential transmission. CVT transmissions are by far the most popular option and are found in most Side-by-Sides.
These use a belt and require no manual shifting from the driver. As you step on the accelerator pedal the engine speeds up and the primary and second clutches adjust accordingly via the belt connecting them. The only shifting the driver does is between high, low, park, reverse and neutral.
There is no clutch pedal or shifting gears once you put the transmission into high or low gear. To the driver a CVT works similarly to an automatic transmission in a car. The sequential transmission found in the Yamaha YXZ is similar to that of a motorcycle transmission. It has a gear shift lever that shifts down when pushed forward and shifts up when pulled back.
It uses a clutch pedal like works similar to that of a car. The Sport Shift transmission allows for full throttle shifts no letting off the gas and automatic downshifting that engages when the vehicle comes to a stop without downshifting with the paddles.
Then there is Manual mode that allows the driver to change manually gears using steering wheel mounted paddle shifters. As UTVs become more common and are used for a wider variety or purposes factory accessories and creature comforts become increasingly common.
No longer are the days of a UTV being just a sparsely equipped farm tool. The decision to buy new or used usually depends how much you are willing to spend. Used Side-by-Sides can be had for much less than a brand new one. This is beneficial when getting into the sport and deciding if you like it or not.
A new Side-by-Side will come with a warranty and has the advantage of having never been used before. There are no surprises as far as maintenance or damage goes. You know the entire history of the machine because no one else has used it. The downside to this is obviously cost, a new Side-by-Side is more expensive than used, but can be financed. Whereas used UTVs cost less, there is no guarantee what you are getting. Unless buying used from a dealer or close friend, maintenance or damage is uncertain.
Buying used can be somewhat of a gamble. For someone new to the sport if can be difficult to know what to look for when buying a used UTV. Choosing a helmet is important your overall safety and riding experience.
There are many options out there, with many things to consider when making your selection. Take this information to help you find a helmet. And remember — always wear your helmet for every off-road adventure. One of the main features to look for in a SxS if your main use of it will be trail-riding is its size: Not only are smaller UTVs generally more maneuverable on tight-twisting tracks, but narrower models of inch widths also give you access to those tight trails that would otherwise be the exclusive playground of ATVs.
Navigation capabilities such as onboard GPS also come in handy, as do such custom add-ons as integrated camera systems for recording your adventuring.
You might also key into the availability of expanded safety accessories such as windshields, roofs, lights, and roll-cage enhancements.
In UTVs used for hunting the towing capacity may also be important, both for hunting trips that involve transporting a trailer for additional cargo and for food-plot management, habitat improvement, and other secondary tasks. The primary element to focus on when choosing a family-friendly UTV are passenger seating. Four-, five-, and six-seater models let the whole gang come along for the ride.
Roll bars and doors, as well as windshields and roofs, boost security, while greater stability typically comes with a wider Side-by-Side.
You can also option it with Kolpin gun cases, a winch, a full skid plate, and a portable LED spotlight, all of which will prove useful in the field, and its Rotax V-Twin cc, horsepower engine will make for easy uphill climbs. This entry-level model has more than enough giddyap—thanks to a four-stroke cc engine—to clamber over rocks and debris, and its 8.
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