Getting married and having kids doesn’t mean your fun-filled adventure days are over. You can still enjoy the thrill of riding an ATV or SxS through muddy terrains and mountains without having to leave your spouse and kids back at home. How? If you have a single-seater ATV or an SxS that can only seat two people, it’s about time to upgrade your vehicle and make everyone part of your adventure. The investment in a new vehicle will pay off with the smiles and happiness that it will bring to you and your family.
What options do you have and what to look for?
You want your off-road experience with family to be fun and safe. The first thing you should look for is the number of safety features on offer, followed by seating and cargo capacity. If you are looking for a ‘family’ adventure vehicle, a 4-seater SidexSide or a 6-seater UTV is a perfect choice. It comes with two rows and seats 4/6 people comfortably. As far as driving dynamics go, the engine might feel a bit sluggish on full load, but on the other hand, the handling and off-road capability will exceed expectations.
These Side x Side vehicles also come with cargo at the back so you can carry your gear and camping equipment with ease. For recommendations, you can consider Can-Am SidexSide and UTVs that are globally renowned for their exceptional performance and durability. You can also go ahead and buy an ATV for your spouse or kid in case they want to ride solo and experience their own version of the adventure.
Making your adventure vehicle a tad bit family-friendly
You cannot expect your adventure vehicle to have everything from the factory to ensure your family’s safety and comfort. However, if you go with Can-Am vehicles, you can get optional accessories at an additional price to make your vehicle family-friendly. These include:
Windshield
A windshield can make your rides much more comfortable and enjoyable by blocking the wind, rain, and bugs flying around in the air. It can also be instrumental in protecting you and your family from debris, mud and rocks kicked up by the vehicle ahead of you. It is important to buy OEM windshields so that the aerodynamics of your vehicle is not compromised and you are fully satisfied with the fit and finish.
Roof
Riding in an open vehicle is exciting, but at the same time, it exposes you to bad weather, which may ruin the fun for you. So it’s always a good idea to get a roof so that you can ride regardless of the heavy downpour or the scorching sun. A roof will not only keep you comfortable and dry, but it will also protect the gear that you are carrying with you.
Cargo accessories
When you are riding trails and on bad roads, your equipment and other belongings kept loosely in the boot are a hazard in the making. You can purchase OEM cargo accessories to hold your bags and equipment in place. Cargo accessories include a storage rack, an insulated cooler box for food and drinks, and a cargo box for your tools and an extra pair of shoes.
Audio systems
Double the fun by adding audio accessories to your off-road vehicle. But make sure you buy OEM audio systems that are specifically designed for off-road vehicles and are built to withstand the abuse. Can-Am SidexSide vehicles come with a provision for speakers and audio systems so that you don’t have to buy any aftermarket couplers separately.
When you are riding with the family, safety is more important than anything else. So, make sure everyone riding with you wears a helmet, elbow and knee guards, and seatbelt.