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]]> Quad bikes are step-up vehicles, based on the tricycle, that have a motorcycle and a sidecar. In connection with this, it was in 1893 that the first quadracycle was built. It was conceptualized and promoted as a horseless carriage for road use. Most of the parts and accessories that was integrated in the first quad bikes came from the bike. During this period, eight years have passed since the first motorcycle has been developed in Germany.

If converted for road use, the quad bike can be a convenient and sturdy transport for short distance travels. It is ideal in narrow and winding streets as well as rough country roads. Buggy type transports like the road quad are safe training vehicles for children who want to learn to drive four-wheel vehicles. There are different types of quad bikes in use today like those modified models for motocross racing. The road legal quads also exist in the United Kingdom which are allowed to travel in roads like cars, buses, and motorcycles.

Features

The road legal quad bike became popular with drivers and riders because of a number of appealing features and advantages.

  • It has the looks of a modern motorcycle and sturdiness of a car.
  • Fuel efficiency, performance, and speed comparable to small electric cars.
  • Capable of negotiating traffic congested roads and fits in to narrow alleys for faster movement in urban centers.
  • Lower price tag and maintenance cost compared to a full-size car with bigger engine.

Road Requirements

With these enticing features come strict rules and guidelines imposed by the government to ensure that owners of road legal quads drive their vehicles safely. The essential requirements for quad bikes to be a road quad are:

  • Lights and number plates
  • The vehicle must be taxed
  • It must have an MOT
  • It should be registered
Quad bike in the air Fancy Quad bike Really pimped up Quad bike Low rider quad bike Quad bikes in the mud Quad bikes tricks Scary quad bike! Quad bike fun in the desert

Applications

There are versions of quad bikes that can be used for utilities like agricultural ATVs and winter maintenance solutions. The ATV as it is also known comes in racing models, which are customized for desert racing, hill climbing, and cross country. Majority of the quad bikes in these categories are called off road quads and have 4×4 wheels, good suspension, lightweight, and high power. The engines being employed for this application can reach up to 250cc, and light duty ATVs come as 50cc quadbike.

Manufacturers of off road and road quad bikes specialize on various types of ATVs. Some focus on snowmobiles and watercrafts. There are also manufacturers that focus on sport models while producing motorcycles also for sports, as well as commercial use. The big names in snowmobiles that also produce quad bikes are Polaris, Arctic Cat, and Bombardier. Those who are known in the motorcycle industry and have also produced quad bikes are Yamaha, Suzuki, KTM, Kymco, Kawasaki, etc. They have been competing for bigger market share in many parts of the world.

Best Deals

Quad bikes for sale can be brand new ones or those that are second hand. People who need quad bikes as a necessity will shop for models that are made of durable materials and not necessary cheap. On the other hand, there are riders who are looking for a cheap quad bike and normally search for outlets and dealerships that have used and second hand quads in their inventory. Previously owned quad bikes can be the best deals provided that they are in good condition and come with a considerable warranty from the dealer. On the other hand, brand new quads may it be road legal quads or off road quads come with a full warranty and quad bike insurance.

Here is some quad bike fun!

Safety Concerns

Like conventional vehicles, there are issues associated with quad bikes especially for road and road legal quad bikes. Unlike other four-wheel vehicles that are enclosed and much bigger, quad bikes offer very little protection for riders. There have been lots of injuries as well as deaths associated with the quad. For this reason, safety organizations initiated some steps to prevent further accidents involving owners and users of quad bikes. Aside from the use of protective gear, standard safety procedures have also been encouraged and formulated. Training curriculum has also been devised to help new drivers become more proficient with their tiny road legal quad bike. Aside from wearing protective equipment and undergoing basic training, drivers of quad bikes have to abide to certain rules.

  • Must wear a quality crash helmet.
  • Should be 17 years of age and above.
  • Have a full driving license (in UK).
  • Have appropriate certificate of motor insurance.

Bottom line

Quad bikes are originally intended for rugged surfaces but have been converted for road use. The ultimate goal of quad bike manufacturers is to push the capability of their quads to the extreme because of the product’s versatility in many terrains. Quad bike reviews have specified the technical advantages of quad bike models in terms of design and engine made. They have also listed various accessories and upgrades that owners can do with their little four-wheeled babies. I personally want to ride a quad in remote country alleys but not on highways and wide country roads. Even with protective gear, quad bike riders are at a disadvantage on various streets especially on fast lanes.

As the four-wheel cousin of the motorcycle, the quad bike is an innovation that is both ingenious and grand. It can be considered as a toy for the big boys by some but a machine of crucial usefulness for others. Racers consider quad bikes as tough little machines that conquer rugged tracks. However, riders look at them, quad bikes will continuously attract different types of consumers. Innovative quad bike manufacturers will specially get a bigger share of the market as they continue to upgrade their models. It is also encouraging to know that standards for safety have been developed for users of quad bikes. It is a good move that producers of quad bikes cooperated with safety agencies. It is in their best interest to ensure the safety of their customers. Safety standards do not only improve the road worthiness of quad bikes but also enhance its reputation, which is imperative for an increase in sales.  Also it’s always a good idea to look into motorbike breakdown cover options and see what they can do for your quad bike, since this isn’t very common item to insure.

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]]> http://quad-bikes.org/home/feed/ 0 50cc Quad Bikes http://quad-bikes.org/models/50cc-quad-bikes/ http://quad-bikes.org/models/50cc-quad-bikes/#comments Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:31:00 +0000 admin http://quad-bikes.org/?p=266 50cc Quad Bikes is a post from Quad Bikes

]]> Quad bikes with smaller engines, such as a 50cc engine, are ideal starter quad bikes for young riders usually in the age of 4 to 9. These smaller quad bikes can teach young riders the skills and experiences they’ll need when they want to progress up to a larger quad bike, and can help parents ensure their children are ready and able to move up to the next stage of riding quad bikes.

The 50cc ones offer features that make them perfect for children. They are generally smaller and quieter vehicles, as they have a much smaller motor. Additionally, they’re designed in a way that a child can control it safely and proficiently. Most of them have extra large brake pedals to make it easier for children to find the brakes.

They also come with smaller handles, which are perfect for children since they have tinier hands. Most 50cc quad bikes will also come with additional headlights to better illuminate surroundings in the dark. Some 50cc quad bikes even have a remote control brake, just in case a parent feels the need to safely stop the quad bike for the child. 50cc quad bikes can be modified and adapted to meet the continual needs of a growing child, ensuring that this training tool lasts them for years to come.
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]]> Suzuki is another major manufacturer of quad bikes, offering both utility bikes and sport bikes. Their featured utility bike is the King Quad AXi, which is available as a 450cc, 500cc and 750 cc engine quad bikes.

King Quad AXi in action King Quad AXi in the forest King Quad AXi Whtie King Quad AXi on the run
They also have the option to upgrade the quad bike with power steering or a camo exterior finish. The King Quad model has been a familiar model amongst riders for quite some time now. This quad bike is popular with hunters, farmers, ranchers and workers at construction sites. For their sport quad bike, the featured bike is the Quad Sport, which is available as a 400cc or 250cc engine quad bike for experienced riders.

Flying Quad sport! Quad Sport wheelie Quad Sport in a race Pimped up Quad Sport

They also have a model that comes as a 90cc or 50cc engine for younger, beginner riders. Additionally, Suzuki offers a Quad Sport Racer, which offers a 450cc engine that allows for more power, greater speeds and more aggressive acceleration.

Suzuki’s most popular quad bike would be the Suzuki Ozark 250, a well received lightweight sport quad bike which has gained immense popularity among riders. These bikes have been popular amongst quad bike racers and recreational riders, and have received great reviews on their performance and handling.
New Suzuki Ozark 250 Suzuki Ozark 250 in the mud Suzuki Ozark 250 next to a truck Suzuki Ozark 250 in the wild

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]]> Yamaha offers 5 main models  of quad bikes: the Raptor, the YFZ, the Grizzly, the Rhino and the Wolverine. The first two bikes are considered their sports models, the second two are considered their utility models and the last model is considered a hybrid mix of the two types of quad bikes.

Yamaha’s sport quad bikes include the Yamaha Raptor
Yamaha Raptor in action Yamaha Raptor in the desert! Yamaha Raptor at home. Pimped up Yamaha Raptor Yamaha Raptor 5 Riding wild a Raptor. Across the wilderness Yamaha Raptor in the forest.

and the Yamaha YFZ.
Yamaha YFZ in action Yamaha YFZ Yamaha YFZ wheelie Yamaha YFZ to the max Yamaha YFZ dirt racing Pimped up Yamaha YFZ Yamaha YFZ from above Over the hill

These bikes are generally faster and can give quicker accelerations than their utility bike counter parts. They are designed to reach faster speeds, give more aggressive accelerations and are able to be run at longer time intervals at these high speeds. They generally have stiffer suspensions and more aggressive gears, but these can be adjusted to meet the comfort needs of the rider. These bikes are considered to be more of a trick bike, where the rider can use them on dirt tracks and courses to perform jumps, and even backflips! (This is not a beginner trick, and it is wise to practice safety and only ride up to your experience level.)

Yamaha’s utility quad bikes include the Yamaha Grizzly

Yamaha Grizzly out in the field Yamaha Grizzly in the forest Washing an Yamaha Grizzly Yamaha Grizzly on the road Climbing the hill with Yamaha Grizzly Yamaha Grizzly stuck in the mud Yamaha Grizzly Yamaha Grizzly art

and the Yamaha Rhino.
Yamaha Rhino - The mean machine! Yamaha Rhino 4 seater Yamaha Rhino business edition Yamaha Rhino for girls Yamaha Rhino on the race Yamaha Rhino inside Yamaha Rhino in action White Yamaha Rhino

These bikes are bigger, heavier vehicles, designed to travel through rougher terrain and mud than couldn’t be handled by a sport bike. They usually weigh more and have more low-end torque for powering through coarse terrain. Most utility quad bikes have four wheel drive, which makes it easier for the bike to navigate through tougher environments. Utility quad bikes also may have a locking differential, which can help the bike get out of sticky situations, like being stuck in the mud or in a hole, as well as an independent suspension system on each wheel to ensure the bike has maximum contact with the surface to keep the driver in control. Utility quad bikes usually have more heavy duty shock absorbers to reduce the impact of bumps on the trail, giving a more comfortable ride.

The Yamaha Wolverine is considered a hybrid of the two bikes, with features that allow it to be quicker and more aggressive than a utility bike, while still allowing for more comfort and control than a typical sport bike.
Black Yamaha Wolverine Stock Yamaha Wolverine going downhill Blue Yamaha Wolverine stock White Yamaha Wolverine Yamaha Wolverine in action Yamaha Wolverine on the trail Yamaha Wolverine on the road Blue Yamaha Wolverine

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]]> Children can enjoy riding quad bikes as much or even more than adults do! There are a few things that need to be considered when choosing a quad bike for a child, to ensure they have a safe and fun experience. Firstly, when giving the privilege of riding a quad bike to a child, it is important to teach the child essential rider safety rules, so they can ride safely and responsibly. Some safety basics include:

Always wearing a Department of Transportation compliant helmet, goggles, long sleeve shirt, long pants, over-the-ankle boots and gloves.

Never carry a passenger on a single rider quad bike, and never carry more than one passenger on a double rider quad bike.

Ride only on designated trails at a safe speed, and never take unspecified trails out of respect for nature and your well being.

Never ride on the pavement, as it is more dangerous than riding off road for youth with limited riding experience.

Choose an ATV that is right for your age and size.

A good website to find further safety information is the ATV Safety Institute at www.atvsafety.org which offers information on how to teach youth to ride safely. They also offer online instructional video courses which show riders of all age what they need to know to ride a quad bike safely.

When trying figure out what quad bike is suitable for a child, the first thing to consider is the size of the child. Make sure that the quad bike is short enough for the child to put his toes on the ground while seated. Also make sure the child can comfortably grab the handle bars with arms slightly bent. Some smaller quad bikes will come with an adjustable seat, which can make the quad bike usable for years to come as the child grows. To ensure the safety of a youth rider, make sure the quad bike has a good braking system and shock absorbers. A speed restrictor plate, which inhibits the quad bike from going over a maximum speed, would be a good modification for younger or inexperienced riders.

You can have some serious and relatively safe fun outside in the nature with those little fun generating machines!

Kid's quad bike 1 Kid's quad bike on the track Really small quad bike! Racing out in the field! Kid's qukad bike 5 Racing with quad bikes for kids Offroad racing Racing with the bigger ones!

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]]> Depending on the state and the specifications of the quad bike, it is legal to ride a quad bike on the street. Laws vary from state to state, so it is important to check with the local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to verify the laws about riding quad bikes on the road with a specific state. Most DMVs have a website containing all the specific laws and rules about riding quad bikes, and can be easily found with using a Google/Yahoo search. These laws specify how and where a person can ride a quad bike, and what features the quad bike needs to have to be considered street legal. There is no standard engine size for a street legal quad bike, as it varies from state to state, so be sure to check with the state DMV on what their qualifications are for minimum engine size.

There are a few basic guidelines that are universal across all the state DMVs. For a quad bike to be road legal, it must include functioning turn signals, headlights, brake lights, and a rear view mirror. It is also suggested that the rider modify the bike with a sway bar and road tires. A sway bar is an anti-rolling device that is part of the quad bike’s suspension, and increases resistance to roll in turns.

There are two main categories for street tires: primarily asphalt and primarily off road. Primarily asphalt tires are similar to automobile tires, and are intended for street quad bikes that rarely leave the road. Primarily off road tires are more of a dual sport tire, in that they are designed for off-road riding, but can be kept on the road for longer distances than normal tires. The rider will also need proper licensing, registration, insurance and paper work. The licensing required to ride a quad bike on the road falls under the basic motorcycle license, which can be obtained from the state DMV. There also may be a minimum rider height regulation which limits who can ride on the road based on their height. Check with your local DMV to get a full list of the rules and regulations involved with riding quad bikes on the street.

Here is a dude legally rolling on the open road!

Road legal quad bike with fancy rims! Another road legal quad bike with fancy rims! Stylish road legal quad bike ready to roll on the street! Sport one but still road legal!

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]]> When buying a used quad bike, there are a number of different things to be considered before making a purchase. Firstly, what type of quad bike are you looking for? A utility bike is a bigger, more powerful quad bike which can handle tougher terrain, and also be more comfortable of a ride. A sport utility bike is a quicker, faster bike for more aggressive riding. Once you figure out the type of bike you want, figure out your budget for how much you want to spend on a quad bike, and start shopping around to find a model you like. When you have an idea of what bike you’re interested in, try going to a local dealer so that you can physically sit on the quad bike and see how it feels. Feel free to message manufacturers or message boards if you have any questions about a model or want to compare models with experienced riders. When looking to purchase a quad bike, ask about the condition of the plastic, as that will be an indicator of how the quad bike was used and what condition the rest of it will be. Ask if the tires are worn or in good condition, as tire quality is important when hitting the trails. Finally, ask about the engine, if there’s been any outstanding problems with it and if any maintenance is needed.

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