ATV Trail Riding Tips

Looking to take your very first ATV ride with your new vehicle? Before you hit your local nature trail be sure to check out our article below. In it, we’ve listed a number of important rules and expectations you’ll need to be aware of before you take your first ATV trail ride.

Be Smart and Prepared

Whenever you head out on the trail, use your head and equip yourself properly. Obviously, a helmet, gloves, goggles, and sturdy boots are a must, but lots of riders will opt for short sleeves and shorts when they should favor jeans and long-sleeved shirts. You should also make sure you have a small kit on hand that will help you deal with emergencies. A first aid kit, emergency repair kit, and some basic survival supplies can make a huge difference. You should also make sure you have informed someone not riding with you of where, when, and how long you’ll be riding for, so if you wind up hiking back in the dark someone will at least notice you’re missing.

Ride Friendly

When you’re sharing the trail with other riders you should always be alert, and polite. If you’re passing another group from the opposite direction and they’ve given you the right of way, signal how many riders are behind you in your group. This keeps stragglers from running headlong into the opposing group. If you find another rider who needs help, whether they’re injured, stalled, or stuck in the mud, stop to see if they need assistance, and if so do what you can to safely help them. This creates a stronger community among your fellow riders, and you might just make some friends along the way.

For more helpful ATV riding tips, stop by LeMond's Motorsports of Olney and speak with one of our helpful staff. Our expert employees here in Olney, IL will be happy to assist you with all your important powersports needs, and we look forward to serving those nearby in Richland County, IL.