Youth and teens love to ride ATVs. There is very little debate about that.
The question that often comes up – do we want to purchase a quad designed for utility or sport use?
On the sport side, quads provide lots of fun for youth who are looking for a spirited ride with great maneuverability on light trails, motocross tracks or sand dunes.
In short, they provide great outdoor adventure for younger riders.
On the other side, utility ATVs are great for off-road adventure, but also can be used around the house or farm for hauling, chores, towing, hunting or lots of other work-related activities. And, of course, they are fun!
Utility quads feature larger tires, racks on the front and back, shorter suspensions and often have fewer bells and whistles. They have good ground clearance for effective and safe off-road use.
Before we focus on a great model that covers both sport and utility uses, let’s look at some general information about mid-sized quads that are just right for youth and teens – generally those in the 8-15 age group.
At www.familygokarts.com we feature a full line of sport and utility quads that will be great for your youth rider. Of course, the proper ATV for your youngster depends on several factors, including engine size, seat height and operational features. Parents and grandparents need to take into account the size of the child or teen, strength, athletic ability and maturity
Parents and grandparents realize that safety is the top priority as children and teens learn to ride their ATV. With that in mind, here are several important steps to make this a fun and safe activity for the youngster and the entire family:
- Even though most quads have headlights, only ride during the day while learning.
- Find a large, wide-open and flat area when teaching youngsters to ride an ATV. The space also should be free of ponds and streams. This learning atmosphere will help promote confidence in the young rider.
- Youth should always wear long pants, love sleeves, boots and gloves when riding.
- A DOT-approved helmet and eye protection, such as goggles, should always be worn.
- Even though some quads provide seating for two, teens and children should always ride alone – without a passenger.
The great news is that buying a good youth quad doesn’t have to empty your pocketbook. Our Chinese models are well-built and can be purchased at a fraction of the cost of brands such as Honda, Kawasaki, Polaris or Yamaha. These affordable models are very similar to, and in some ways identical, to the expensive Japanese brands.
Now for some details about a youth ATV that seems to fill the bill for those looking for sporting fun while offering some practical utility features.
The Apollo SporTrax 125 Youth ATV features a proven 4-stroke 125cc powerplant and automatic transmission and a tough steel frame riding on coil-over suspension and big 19-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels that make this a go-anywhere beast! The SporTrax boasts just over 5 inches of ground clearance and can handle more than 220 pounds with a max speed of over 30 miles per hour.
This youth-sized ATV also comes with keyed electric ignition for easy start up, rear disc brake, rear utility rack, steel front bumper, steel footwell guards, and front and rear lighting. Comes in several colors with color-matched frames and slick graphics for an awesome look that teens love!
In short, the SporTrax may be just the right “mix” for your young rider looking for a versatile and fun quad experience.
In addition to this very popular model, check out our complete selection of powersports vehicles at www.familygokarts.com. We have been delivering safe family fun since 1990 and look forward to serving you before and after the sale. Customer satisfaction has always been a top priority for us and we take pride in following the great Midwestern tradition of friendly and honest service. Our website features details on all our models, along with numerous informational videos.
We also offer a complete line of parts, free shipping and convenient financing. Check out www.familygokarts.com or give us a call at 800-250-5502 or 320-695-2899.
