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If you’re just getting into the sport of off-roading on an ATV or SxS, you know how exhilarating it can be. Whether it be from blazing down fast trails, or just from being able to get away from the stresses of regular life, enjoying some time riding can take the weight of the world off of your shoulders. It can also be extremely stressful in the event you have a mechanical issue that leaves you sidelined on the trails, so we’re here to help with some survival skills and tips for new owners.

There are plenty of things that can set you back from enjoying a day of riding, but don’t let an improperly secured ATV or Side-by-Side vehicle (SxS) be one of them. In this article, we discuss the do’s and don'ts of machine transportation and the best equipment to get the job done.

With the proliferation of electric vehicles and the modularity of battery platforms, the UTV space is about to be inundated with options that otherwise might not have been able to exist. One example of such is the new Callum Skye, an all-electric side-by-side type vehicle that promises to be "The world's most beautiful high-performance, multi-terrain vehicle." Callum quotes a 0-60 MPH time of under four seconds, pairing sports car-like performance figures with go-anywhere capability.

Startup ATV brands seem to be coming out of the woodwork as of late, and Loncin is the next in the line of seemingly endless segment entrants to do so. Recently, the company took to the EICMA International Two-Wheeler Exhibition to launch not a model that would fit the show's name, but rather a four-wheeler. Details surrounding the XWOLF700L are slim, yet the company's website has a bit of info about the new ATV.

You can only drive as well as you can see, and a set of UTV mirrors can be the difference between a fun, trouble-free outing and a day-ruining crash.

Despite leaving its ATV lineup largely untouched as of late, Kawasaki appears to be doubling down on its UTV offerings and is kicking off 2024 by unveiling an all-new model. Named "Ridge," the machine will be revealed on January 23, 2024 and the brand has already begun the rollout of teasers to keep the market interested. What we know might not be much, but what we can extract is certainly eye-opening.

Cyber Monday is here, which means this is the best day to find great deals on the off-road gear and accessories you need or to find the perfect gift for your favorite ATV owner.

As off-road vehicles continue to grow in popularity, many states are educating users on safe practices and off-road etiquette in hopes of minimizing accidents and protecting endangered riding areas for years to come.

Your ATV or Side-by-Side (SxS) represents a significant investment, and one that you will likely want to protect with some form of insurance policy. In fact, many banks will require some form of insurance to cover the machine if you have any form of loan out for buying it. But how do you get your ATV or SxS insured? It’s not as tricky as it may seem, nor is it going to be overly expensive in most cases.

It’s that time of year again. For many of us in the Northern Hemisphere the onset of winter means the imminence of cold and, with the plummeting mercury, the end of (or at least lull in) the ATV riding season. But while winter might mean less four-wheeling fun it can also mean the joy of giving (and receiving) gifts, so why not spice up the peppermint with powersports parts and the reindeer with riding gear? Here’s our guide to a few choice gifts for the ATV enthusiast in your life.

Polaris emerged largely victorious at the Baja 1000 off-road race, capping off a strong and successful first season competing with a factory-backed UTV factory racing program and an OEM-designed race UTV. Cayden McCachren was able to grab the top step on the podium for the UTV Overall class, with teammate Brock Heger finishing in third place. The points combined for enough to take the honors of 2023 SCORE UTV Pro Open Class Series Championship.

This year’s Baja 1000 covered 1,310.94 miles across the Baja peninsula, kicking off in La Paz and ending in Ensenada, Baja California. RZR Pro R Factory drivers Justin Morgan, Rhys Millen, Justin Lambert, and others all contributed to the brand’s overall success, with the effort good for the overall victory, an impressive followup to Brandon Sims taking the coveted UTV Overall win in 2022.

Polaris won four races this year, with three different drivers taking top honors. The team and factory effort are expected to return for the 2024 season.

“Today we won a race that most teams dream of even finishing. The Baja 1000 is on every desert racer’s bucket list, and to come away with the win is absolutely surreal,” said McCachren. “While this win may have my name on it, it’s just as much a victory for my incredible co-drivers Justin and Rhys, along with the entire Polaris Factory Racing team, and our pit and chase team that worked tirelessly over almost 30 hours to make this win a reality. And through it all, the RZR Pro R Factory was our X-factor - a superior machine to everything else in the field, performing flawlessly against anything the Baja desert threw at us.”

Everybody has a different threshold for safety. In the world of riding four-wheelers, that capacity is an important one as it7 has a strong bearing on the outcome of unfortunate, painful (or worse) circumstances. But while chest protectors aren’t usually required for ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) riding, they are something that may make the joy of four-wheeling and what feels like a danger of stepping outside your comfort zone more palatable. The use of a chest protector depends on various factors, including the type of riding you do, the terrain you navigate, and your personal preferences, and the considerations go beyond that.

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You need to wear a helmet. Let us rephrase that - You NEED to wear a helmet. When you are riding an ATV or riding/driving in a Side-by-Side (SxS), you need to wear a helmet because you need to stay safe. You might as well get used to this idea, too. You need to find the right helmet for your head, and then you need to use it - both your head and your helmet. We want you to stay safe, and one of the best things you can do for your own personal safety when out on your machine is to wear the appropriate safety gear. Not sure how to choose the right helmet, and/or why you need to wear one? We will explain.

You can save yourself a lot of expense and headaches by doing some of the regular maintenance to your ATV on your own. One of the easiest things you can do is to change your oil regularly. It is a vital part of the maintenance routine and if you don’t know how to do it, don’t worry. It’s not that hard to learn how to change your own oil.

Polaris has announced another large donation through its ongoing TRAILS GRANTS program, this time to the tune of $100,000. The powersports company’s nonprofit organization exists to further the promotion of safe, responsible, and environmentally sound use of the nation’s off-road trail systems.