Safety First on ATV's| Raceway ATV

All-Terrain vehicles (known as ATV's) are becoming a more popular recreational activity for people to enjoy. With ATV's come responsibility so that no one is injured because of recklessness.

For safety reasons all equipment on ATV's should be checked before riding. Check the condition of the tires and wheels, as well as the chain. The chain should be well lubricated and have enough slack. Make sure all controls are working properly and a helmet and safety gear is available.

An ATV should not be rode by children without supervision of an adult. They should be trained on how to operate the ATV before doing so. ATV's are also made for only one person and should not be rode by more than one person at a time. A guideline for age appropriateness when riding for kids is if the child is 12 or older choose an ATV with a motor size of 70cc to 90cc, anything greater than 90cc should be rode by someone age 16 or older. Safety gear to be worn when operating an ATV includes a helmet, gloves, goggles, long pants, long sleeved short, and over the ankle boots. These are only some of the precautions that should be taken when riding an ATV.

In all reality the best scenario before riding an ATV is to take an ATV safety class. Many cities offer such classes for people of all ages. These classes will prepare you for an ATV ride. Take the necessary safety measures and your ATV ride will be both fun and safe.