It’s the last thing you want to happen, but the first thing you should prepare for – an emergency. No matter how well prepared you are, or how experienced you are as a rider, sometimes things go wrong. Hopefully it’s just a minor hiccup, but sometimes situations can turn out to be much more serious. Either way, you want to be sure you’re prepared for whatever may be ahead. Being prepared is crucial. But just exactly what safety supplies should you bring on the trail? You’ll want to take a good mix of things that will keep you safe and...

With more trails popping up and more riders ready to enjoy them, the traffic on UTV trails is ever increasing. But all that great riding can come at a cost. Without doing your part to minimize your impact on the trails, there may not be many left to enjoy in the future. Trails and public lands are easily damaged by carelessness and ignorance, whether intentional or not. UTV trails are meant to be used and enjoyed responsibly and they can be by remembering a few simple tips before you head out. Here are some things you can do to minimize...

If you’re looking to take your UTV to the next level, why not add an accessory like a windshield. When choosing a windshield for your UTV, you will come across many options. You’ll have to consider whether a full, half, tilting, folding, or vented windshield is right for you. You’ll also need to consider what type of material you want your windshield to be made of. Most UTV windshields are made from acrylic, Plexiglas, actual glass, or Lexan. Rather than getting into ins and outs of each windshield type and material, today we’re going to focus on the top four...

You may enjoy taking your UTV out for fun on the weekends with friends and family, but did you know there are also other options to take your riding to the next level? UTV competitions are a great way to not only show off your skills but especially your machine. If you think your Kawasaki or Polaris is the best UTV in its category, why not give it a try? UTV competitions mean bragging rights and a chance to pick up great prizes. It doesn’t matter if you normally ride for fun or to hunt; competition riding is a whole...

  As you prepare to take your UTV’s out this summer it’s obvious that everyone is going to want to join in on the fun. The benefits of UTV riding are many, but without proper safety knowledge these machines can be downright dangers, particularly for teens. Teens who are not as familiar with driving and don’t have the years of experience that adults do, can find themselves in trouble if they’re not careful. UTV safety for teens is important to make the most of your summer rides. Stay safe with these safety tips for trail riding for teens. UTV Safety...

It is finally warm enough to start thinking about where you want to plan some of your UTV trips this spring and summer. But there are so many different locations and trails throughout the United States. We thought we’d help you narrow it down with a list of the top UTV/ATV riding trails for 2016! Hatfield McCoy Trail System – West Virginia Head East to the Appalachian Mountains and you’ll find the Hatfield McCoy Trail System. There are eight different trail systems that share more than 700 miles of trails; Rockhouse, Buffalo Mountain, Bearwallow, Indian Ridge, Little Coal, Pocahontas, Pinnacle...

What is the Right UTV Windshield? As the name implies, your utility task vehicle can serve you in many different ways. That’s why it’s so important when you decide to add any accessory, you are confident that it is the best possible addition to keep you going in any and all of the directions you want to go. When you begin the process to buy a UTV windshield the abundant options can seem overwhelming. Not to mention customization! But there’s a reason for so many options; it allows you to choose the correct accessories for your particular needs. So without further...

Planning a spring outing that requires you to tow your UTV? Believe it or not, there are better and worse ways to approach UTV towing. And what if your UTV is outfitted with windshield? You’ve spent a lot of time and thoughtfully selected the best windshield and other accessories for your ride, and you want to make sure it is safe while in transit. Some will say they have towed their UTV without removing their windshields and haven’t had any issues. But here are a few things to consider before you hop on the highway with that windshield still attached....

If you’ve been looking for a new windshield for your UTV, you probably already know there are several options to choose from; tilting, folding, flexible, and venting. Well, you’ve come to the right place because at UTV Windshield & Accessories blog we’re here to help you narrow it down. Today we’re focusing on the differences between a normal windshield and a full tilting windshield, and which one you should choose. Normal Windshield Instead of going with just one example of a normal windshield, here are two more specific options: a full windshield and a half windshield. A full windshield, as...

How do I clean my Windshield? If you’ve been spending time outside on your UTV, chances are your windshield has gotten dirty. Obviously you are going to be safer driving your UTV when the windshield isn’t caked in mud or dirt. You’ll also have a much more enjoyable ride if you’re able to see the beauty around you; your UTV is going to look better too! If you’ve invested in a custom fit, polycarbonate UTV windshield from UTV Windshield & Accessories, you know that it is made of the highest materials on the market. But even the best product can...