UTVs For Sale in Batesville, AR
Why Buy a Side-by-Side?
If you want a powerful vehicle that can handle rugged terrain and heavy loads, then you should look into side-by-sides. Also known as utility terrain/task vehicles or UTVs, side-by-sides have only become more popular in recent years due to their infinite practicality in a variety of industries, from construction to logging. Not only that, but they’re great for recreational riding, too!
Independence County Off Road in Batesville, AR, is your local side-by-side dealer. Below, you’ll find a description of side-by-sides and their uses so you can decide if they’re the right powersports vehicle for your needs.
Definition
First: what is a side-by-side? Good question! A side-by-side is a type of powersports vehicle that is about a third the size of your average passenger vehicle. Like a car, your side-by-side is operated with a steering wheel and gas/brake pedals. There are also seat belts for passengers’ safety. However, unlike a car, a side-by-side is mainly open to the air, without a protective metal shell. Some models may have a roof and half-doors to somewhat protect the occupants, but none will have a full enclosure.
The wheels of a side-by-side are designed to ride on off-road terrain, such as mud, dirt and turf. The high ground clearance and sturdy suspension system allows side-by-sides to navigate tough obstacles that a car would not be able to travel over.
The reason these vehicles are called side-by-sides is because they have bench- or bucket-style seating that is arranged in rows of two, allowing anywhere from two to six passengers to sit side-by-side in the vehicle. There is often cargo space between the seats and at the rear of the vehicle.
Uses
Side-by-sides can be used for both work and recreational riding purposes. You can find them on construction sites, at logging sites, on college campuses, at retirement homes and in the field of landscaping. Some side-by-sides have higher hauling capacities that allow you to hitch up a trailer or piece of equipment to them to help you do your dirty work.
Other people opt to ride their side-by-sides recreationally. You can visit a nature trail with your family and friends and explore the wilderness, or you could go mudding for some thrills and chills. Side-by-sides are excellent for either purpose, or both, if you so desire!
Think it’s time you looked at some models? Browse our website or visit our Batesville, AR, location to take a look at our fine selection of side-by-sides for sale. Independence County Off Road proudly serves all of our Arkansas customers.