ATV riding tips for the adventurous woman

If your wife or girlfriend shows interest in accompanying you on your quad bike adventures, it is time to introduce her to this addictive hobby. The first step is to acquaint her with the riding principles. Letting her experiment on your machine is sure to increase her interest, then you can think about buying her a machine of her own.

Purchasing a quad

There are basically two types of quad bike: sports and utility. The sports bike is designed for recreational riding and is usually quicker and lighter than the utility model, which is used by farmers and forestry workers much like a work horse. If you search online, check out a road legal quad you can get from Quadbikes R Us, the UK’s leading quad supplier, who has a wide range of new and used machines for sale. The sports model is ideal for a female rider, and rather than going for a powerful engine, stick with a standard 500cc machine, and perhaps second hand is the best idea, at least until she becomes proficient. 

Understanding weight distribution

The principal of riding a motorcycle focuses on leaning the bike in order to turn, whereas, with a quad bike, you have four wheels on the ground. When cornering, you need to lean into the curve, which acts as a counterbalance and stops the bike from tipping over. Simply put, turning left requires the rider to lean to their left, keeping the weight directly above the machine, and this should be practiced at slow speeds to begin with.

Learning by doing

Once she understands the principles of correct weight distribution and can operate the gears and clutch, the best way to learn is to ride often. Of course, she will have to wear the correct protective gear and suitable clothing, all of which can be sourced online. If she is fashionable, there are trendy outfits specially made for the fashion-conscious female. There are also some cornering tips to have her riding like a pro, which makes for essential reading, and there are also useful YouTube videos on how to ride a quad.

Off road

This is the best way to learn how to ride an ATV, and there are many rural areas where you can get to grips with handling the bike. If you go out as a couple, you’ll be there to offer some first-hand advice. Start slowly, and speed will come through self-confidence and ability, and riding on a range of terrains will help her to adjust her riding to better suit the ground.

If she wants a road legal quad, then she must have a driving licence, and the bike needs to be certified as roadworthy and have tax and 3^rd party insurance. If off-road is preferred, a sturdy trailer is all you need to get to your riding venues, and with both of you riding regularly, you’ll get to spend some quality time together.

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