Preparing Your UTV for Snow and Ice Don’t let the winter months keep you from getting outside and enjoying time behind the wheel of your UTV. Whether it is for work or pleasure, following the steps in these four areas will help you to enjoy the serenity and beauty that comes with the snow. General maintenance It is especially important during the winter to keep up with the general maintenance of your UTV. If any of the equipment is not properly maintained, the extreme temperatures could magnify issues. At the beginning of the cold season it’s a good idea to...
America is a geographically massive country with a bevy of UTV-friendly parks and national forests to explore. Some have UTV trails and some don’t, but many are UTV friendly! Start adding parks and forests — not just trails — to your UTV bucket list in 2016. Start right in your home state at Moab, Utah. The canyons, parks and red rock trails are largely welcoming to UTVs, with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) dishing up trails and open riding areas for all levels. Every type of off-road vehicle is welcome in Moab, although a few trails do require 4x4s....
Keeping your UTV clean can extend its life and make your rides safer. It’s easy to get these rigs dirty, but what if you want to keep your UTV looking as good as it rides? Always presoak your UTV by spraying it down with a hose, paying special attention to crannies. This is the most effective, easiest and safest way to remove dirt buildup. Pre-soak it twice to tackle the most stubborn mud, which sometimes can dry like cement. With these hard chunks, you can lightly tap bigger pieces with a rubber mallet first. After soaking, prep for the first...
