ATVs may be seen as vehicles that can easily get you into an accident but with today's technological advancements and the amount of riding advice online, that's quite minimal. In fact, with every vehicle, there is a risk of an accident, but what's not the case with every vehicle is the ability to ride on any terrain and have fun.
That's what ATVs are for and they also help you build most of your body's muscles as you struggle through an uphill of mud and rocks. ATVs have lower maintenance costs than 4x4 vehicles and they're also a more eco-friendly option as they don't pollute as much. You even get to access more remote locations due to its size.
Must-Have Accessories
Winch
The most challenging part of riding an ATV is getting yourself out of a muddy patch of terrain or when you're stuck in a bog. In this case, a proper recovery is key to your way out and without a winch, you won't be able to do it. Any Aussie quad parts store offers retractable winches as they're an essential part of every recovery kit.
Light Bar
An LED light bar is important if you want to be able to ride at night without worrying if you'll see the path well or if others will notice you. Light bars are exactly what you'd expect them to be, a long bar of LEDs producing a bright beam at a wide angle. These ATV UTV parts are put either on the bumper or on top of the bonnet.
Loading Ramps
If you don't live near a beaten path or two, you probably tow your ATV to one and if you do so, you should invest in proper loading ramps. These ATV UTV parts are essential for loading and unloading your ATV as otherwise there is no way to do so without damaging it. Ramps help make for a safe experience too and come in a variety of sizes as well as with different weight limits and designs.
Storage
Be it in the form of a saddlebag or a box, having these ATV UTV parts is always a good idea. It can help you bring tools and gear you couldn't before and thus make your ATV adventure more convenient and less of a hassle. This is especially the case if you plan on camping.
Air Compressor
The terrain you're riding on in the wild doesn't stay the same which is why you should bring an air compressor with you. With it, you can fill up your tyres to the appropriate pressure so that your riding isn't affected by the terrain as much and your ATV doesn't struggle. It's also good to have a pressure gauge in this case.
Emergency Kit
Another important kit you should have in your ATV is a first aid kit. You can find it in every ATV parts shop and it should contain painkillers, gauze pads, scissors, bandages, hand sanitiser, sterile pads, adhesive tape, a thermometer and so on.
Popular Accessories
Heated Grips
With heated grips, you get to not only keep your hands warm on a cold morning but you also get to have a more comfortable place for your hands to rest on. Heated grips are found in almost every quad parts store and they're made to be used with gloves, meaning you'll still feel the heat and get to use your ATV without issue.
Mount
When exploring the wild you should rely on a dedicated GPS device as your phone won't last long or provide as much accurate information. Therefore you should also make use of a GPS mount which keeps the device in front so that you can glance at it to check if you're headed in the right direction.
Windscreen
Some ATVs do come with windscreens but if yours doesn't then you should get an aftermarket one. With a windscreen, you'll stay safe from flying debris such as rocks and mud while being protected from a cold breeze hitting your face. There are even windscreens with side-view mirrors.
Seat Protector
A comfortable seat is what every ATV rider wants but in order for the seat to stay that way you should look to invest in a seat protector. This way, not only will you make the seat last longer but also keep it easy to clean as the protector itself is both water-resistant and machine-washable.
Cooler
When the hot summer days come along you can still have fun with your ATV as long as you bring a portable cooler with you. Fill that up with some cold drinks and have fun on the trail with your mates without the sip of a warm beer ruining the day.
Speakers
Another part of having fun while riding an ATV is enjoying some good music and portable speakers are the way to go. You can get a small speaker that hangs on the handlebars which is quite a convenient solution as it connects to your phone via Bluetooth.
