Quad bikes are designed to be exhilarating and capable of driving at high speeds along rough terrain. You can get some really good air with one too, depending on the type of engine and your willingness to do so.
Quad bikes may be fun, but all of this speed and jumping also makes them potentially extremely dangerous. You need to practice good safety, not only to get the most out of your quad biking experience but also to prevent fatal injury to yourself.
Here are a few things to bear in mind before mounting your brand new quad bike.
Wear the proper gear
This is possibly the most important thing to do before going anywhere near a quad bike. Wear a helmet to protect your head and some thick safety gear that is going to provide ample protection in the event of a crash.
Here at Airvest, we offer quad bike safety vests that inflate before impact and absorb the shock from a crash, keeping you safe during a quad bike crash.
Keep a clear head
This should go without saying, but you’ll put yourself at risk if you try to operate a quad bike while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. You need to be aware of your surroundings and ready to react quickly if a hazard appears. Intoxicants can make you overlook these dangers and make you more likely to crash.
No roads or paved areas
Unless you’re driving a quadricycle or a vehicle that has been designed specifically for roads, you should always avoid driving your quad bike on roads and pavements. A crash can hurt you no matter where it happens, but on country paths and designated areas for quad bike usage, you will have a softer landing than on concrete pavements and roads.
Do not carry passengers
You may want to impress someone and give them a ride on the back of your quad bike, but unless the vehicle has been designed to seat more than one person, you’ll only be putting any fellow rider at risk.