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Whats considered a UTV?

What is a UTV? Utility Terrain Vehicles, or UTVs, are built and used more for work than recreation. They are large, powerful, able to seat passengers side by side, and built with lots of storage space. They’re commonly used to haul equipment and supplies in locations that make using a truck impractical or impossible.

What is difference between UTV and ATV?

An ATV (all-terrain vehicle) is also known as “quad” or “four wheeler” and is meant for single-riders. A UTV (utility task vehicle) tends to be beefier and allows for “side-by-side” riding, which is why some simply call it a “side by side” or “SXS” for short.

What is an example of a UTV?

Another moniker is ROV, which stands for “Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle.” Further muddying the waters are people who simply use individual model names to refer to UTVs as a whole. This could include RZR and Ranger (Polaris), Rhino (Yamaha), Mule (Kawasaki), Gator (John Deere), along with many others.

Why is it called a UTV?

Typically known as a UTV (utility task vehicle), it’s designed more like a golf cart. They’re called side-by-sides because they usually have two seats beside each other, sometimes with the addition of back seats. Some smaller UTVs only have one seat, but they’re still technically classified as side-by-sides.

What does a UTV look like?

So what are side by sides and what does a UTV look like? A Side by Side is a small to medium sized off-road vehicle that generally consists of a body frame that includes a roll cage to protect its passengers. They can seat anywhere from 1 – 6 people and the majority of SxS’s are powered by motorcycle sized engines.

Is a RZR an ATV or UTV?

The RZR is a sport UTV specifically built to provide you with an unforgettable off-road experience.

Is a razor considered a UTV?

The Razor UTV is considered the pinnacle of sports UTVs and the most fun you can have ripping through sand dunes and deserts, with your friends or family along for the ride. Here we highlight 5 key reasons you will want to take one of these incredible vehicles for a ride.

Is a side by side a car?

The side-by-side (SxS or SSV), also called a utility task vehicle (UTV) or recreational off-highway vehicle (ROV), is a small, 1- to 6-person four-wheel drive off-road vehicle.

Is UTV street legal?

UTVs/Side-by-Sides are considered off-highway vehicles, do not meet on-highway emission regulations, and cannot be registered as on-highway vehicles. To get your Side-by-Side street legal you’re going to have to add a few accessories or required components to meet federal and your state’s requirements.

Are UTVs safe?

Short answer: If you drive them as intended and use proper safety equipment, UTVs are generally safe. Drive within your abilities, pay attention to surroundings, wear a helmet and seat belt and follow the precautions of the UTV manufacturer.