Choose the Right ATV or Go Kart
Picking the right ATV or Go-Kart can be an important decision for you and your family. Below are factors and tips to consider when choosing an outdoor vehicle.
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- Consider whether the ATV or Go-Kart is for you or your child. Age consideration is a large factor. Most accidents occur when a child is driving one that is not suitable or safe for that age.Some have features that allow parents to control the vehicle by remote as well as on/off switches and speed controls.
- Take into consideration what you will be using it for. Will it be a "fun" vehicle or one that you will use for work or around the farm? This will affect both the size you choose and the power behind it. Will you be carrying anything on it and it require a utility rack?
- Make sure that any person who is operating or riding on or in the vehicle is wearing a helmet. It is a proven fact that helmets reduce the number and severity of injuries should they occur. Eye protection, protective gear, boots and gloves are all easy safety measures that you can take.
- Have your child become familiar with it and have them practice in a safe area
- Price is not always a large factor. Find a dealer that offers price match guarantees as well as customer support.
Tips
- Check out many dealers, Make sure that you will be able to return it, within a reasonable time, in case your child is not able to use it.
Warnings
- Always take care when driving an all terrain vehicle. Wearing a helmet and protective gear greatly reduces injury.
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References
- The ATV/Go-Kart Safety Institute with safety tips and videos.
- Free go kart plans - Includes a forum, mini bike plans, and photos.
- Go kart forum Go Kart and Mini Buggy user community. One of the largest of it's type on the net. Forums, reviews, video, and more.
- go kart information Go Kart Information
- Buggy fabrication forum Go Kart and Mini Buggy builders community. The number one source when it comes to building a minibuggy, gokart or motorcycle powered sand rail.