Tips for Towing with Your UTV
Towing on difficult terrain can be a challenge. The vehicles best suited for this kind of work, trucks, and SUVs, are designed for use on paved pathways rather than off-road. That’s where UTVs come in. UTVs are built to handle off-road conditions and have powerful engines for better towing. If you’re interested in using your UTV for towing and want to make things easier on yourself, use these tips from the experts at Road Track and Trail.
Get the Right UTV
Not all UTVs are built specifically with towing in mind. Make sure that the model you’re using has a towing hitch or bracket on the chassis. You should also know your UTV’s towing and hauling limits before you start. If you’re unsure about these limits, check your owner’s manual. Overburdening your UTV is dangerous.
Use the Correct Accessories
Towing accessories are critical to a safe towing experience. Besides just having the correct hitch, you should have some tie-downs or ratchet straps to secure your cargo. If your UTV doesn’t have a tow strap, consider adding one.
Plan Your Route
Before you attempt to tow anything with your UTV, do a dry run with your vehicle unloaded. This will give you a chance to see how your UTV handles the terrain and discover any potential rough patches that might make towing more difficult. Do a second trial run with an empty trailer to make sure that you’ll be able to squeeze through when it’s time to tow. Once you’ve identified potential issues, come up with a strategy to deal with them.
Driving Tips
A UTV towing a loaded trailer needs to be handled a bit more gently than an unloaded UTV. Take corners more slowly than you normally would and be cautious around difficult terrain. Even weight distribution and properly securing your cargo will help make your job easier.
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