Basic Powersports Vehicle Safety Tips

Riding powersports vehicles like ATVs and UTVs is a thrilling way to spend a summer afternoon. However, it’s important that you follow best safety practices when you’re riding your vehicle to reduce your risk of getting into an accident or causing harm to someone else. Here are the basic safety rules you should follow as a responsible powersports vehicle owner.

Wear the Proper Gear

One of the best ways to keep yourself safe while riding your powersports vehicle is to ensure that you’re wearing the essential pieces of gear to protect your body from injuries. A well-fitting powersports helmet and a set of goggles will protect your head and eyes in the event of a crash. Long sleeves and pants can keep your skin shielded from scrapes, scuffs, and flying debris. Closed-toed boots with good treads and grippy riding gloves will help you maintain your balance while protecting your appendages.

Keep Your Vehicle Maintained

Proper vehicle maintenance is also essential to being a safe powersports rider. Make sure that you’re staying on top of oil changes and tire pressure checks. Fill up your fuel tank with fresh fuel before every ride. Make sure that your brakes work correctly before you head out onto the trail. If you ever need some assistance with maintaining your powersports vehicle, get in touch with the Winnipeg Sport & Leisure service department to make an appointment with our team of professional mechanics.

Follow Rules & Exercise Caution

Riding recklessly, particularly while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, is a terrible idea in any vehicle. You should only ride your powersports vehicle while you’re sober and alert. You’ll also need to follow posted speed limits and other signage in any riding area and never go off-trail. Slow down before curves and don’t make reckless maneuvers that could endanger you or someone else.

Stop by one of our dealership locations in either Winnipeg, MB, or Kenora, ON, today to check out our wide range of new and used powersports vehicles for sale. We can also assist you with financing your powersports vehicle purchase. Winnipeg Sport & Leisure is proud to serve our customers in Ontario and Manitoba.