No One Under The Age of 16
Multiple organizations and panels say that no one under the age of 16 should operate a quad ATV. The quad ATV is a piece of moving machinery that could be considered a regular vehicle. They do not have the age or skill-set necessary to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Some states require training for any minors who would like to be able to drive an ATV.
No Piggy Back Riding (Passengers behind you)
People will often try to dodge the 'no one under the age of 16' rule by allowing under age people to ride on the back of their ATV. No one should ever sit behind you on the ATV as you are driving. The other rider will hinder your ability to steer the vehicle correctly. No one, young or old, should be on the back of your quad ATV.
You Need A Helmet
People like to ride their quad ATV on their property. They often feel that, around the comfort of their home, they do not need to wear any protective gear. There are thousands of ATV incidents a year. You need to wear a helmet to protect yourself if you do have an accident or incident. A quad ATV, like a vehicle, moves fast. If you do not have a helmet, you may find yourself in a crash and completely unprotected when thrown from the vehicle.
You Do Need Training
Most do not believe that they need to go through training to learn how to ride their quad ATV. They simply take notes from someone older, someone who has been riding an ATV for year. It is important to seek out training both in-person and online to learn how to correctly operate the vehicle. You need to make sure that you understand the basics of driving the ATV before you attempt to do anything more with it.
It can be easy to get caught up in the fun of a quad ATV. The ATV is fun to ride around in, and fun to drive. With that being said, you must draw the line in a few places to ensure that everyone on that ATV is safe. Take these four pieces of information into consideration the next time that you use an ATV. It will help to keep you and those around you safe as you enjoy the ATV.