UTV Buying Guide

Are you looking for a powersports vehicle that’ll bring you thrills while keeping you safe? Time to get yourself a UTV! Before you go shopping for one though, you should keep a few things in mind or you might end up with a vehicle that doesn’t meet your requirements. To check out some quality UTVs for sale, visit Big St. Charles Motorsports in St. Charles, Missouri, and we’ll give you a tour of what we have in stock. If you’re looking for side-by-sides for sale in St. Louis or St. Peters, MO, get in touch with us today!

Your Needs

First, think of what you want to do with your UTV. Different types of side-by-sides are tailored to provide different experiences. UTVs can come in recreation or work designs. If you’re looking for one to help with work tasks, you need high power and hauling capacity. These vehicles will take you across rough terrain faster and with relative ease. Load up all your tools in one or use it to haul away debris from an area. There’s a lot you can accomplish with a work UTV. Hunters can get a side-by-side that’s designed for hunting.

You might want a UTV to chase adrenaline; that’s one of the main reasons people get powersports vehicles. Look into models that have a high-performance capacity, as well as comfort features. You’ll get a machine that’ll hit high speeds with quick acceleration while keeping you safe and comfortable. Recreational UTVs will let you tear up the backroads and make lasting memories!

Passengers

One of the best advantages of UTVs is their ability to carry passengers. With most models, you can seat at least two people but there are other models that’ll fit up to six people. Think about how many people you want exploring the trails with you or assisting with work tasks and find a model that fits. You’ll want to ensure there is enough seating for everyone.

Seating Space

Now that you know how many people you want to take with you, ensure that you’ll all be comfy while riding. Try out different seating styles, whether they’re benches or bucket seats, and think about whether they’re comfortable enough for how long you plan to ride. If different people will be driving the UTV, then the seats need to adjust sufficiently to account for different heights and driving postures. Comfort becomes extremely important for riding all day if you’re working with your UTV a lot or going on very long recreational rides, so don’t overlook this!

Terrain

So your basic UTV can handle going off-road and different terrain types but some terrain requires a more specialized approach. Whether you’ve got your side-by-side for work or fun, think about where you’ll be using it. Are there plenty of obstacles you’ll need to plow over? Look for something with high ground clearance. Are there unique or challenging spots of terrain, such as sand? You may need to get specialty tires. Talk to us at Big St. Charles Motorsports about what your requirements are and we’ll help you select the right machine for you.

Hauling/Towing Capacity

Think about what gear and tools you might need to carry in your UTV, how much everything will weigh and how often you’ll need to tow or haul things. Side-by-sides generally have a cargo compartment in the rear of the vehicle and some space between the seats for storing safety gear or camping supplies. Know whether you’ll need more cargo space than what’s available on the stock models, though.

Some UTVs aren’t made to handle much additional weight, so you’ll want to ask the dealer to point you towards vehicles with a higher capacity if you need it. Winches can help you pull another vehicle out of a sticky spot if they get stuck. They can also be used for pulling game out of ditches to a clear place for dressing it. A winch can even help to right your vehicle if you let another vehicle attach to it to pull you back to stability.

Safety

While your general UTV model will have some safety features, you can get special features to make it even safer. Aftermarket upgrades like windshields, side doors and a full cab enclosure can keep you protected from the elements and keep you safe in case of a crash. You’ll also need to buy safety equipment for riding, which includes a helmet, eye protection, boots, gloves and durable outerwear.

We hope this guide helps you select the right UTV! When you’re ready to check out some awesome UTVs for sale, visit Big St. Charles Motorsports. We have a wide selection for you to choose from and our helpful staff will address all your questions and concerns. We’re proud to serve our friends from St. Louis and St. Peters!