ATVs For People With Disabilities

The all-terrain vehicle (also known as an ATV, quad, or four-wheeler) was developed as a fun way to go out riding on trails or off-roading. These small and powerful vehicles are designed to be agile with powerful engines and smooth handling. ATVs also have high ground clearances to enable you to pass over very bumpy terrain without doing any damage to the undercarriage.

While plenty of people ride ATVs for fun, they can also be a very practical form of outdoor transport for riders who have disabilities. Traditional mobility aids like wheelchairs, scooters and walkers are ill-equipped to travel over unpaved ground and are best for pavement or flooring. 

But there are thousands of outdoor enthusiasts with disabilities who wish to go out on adventures in nature, and an ATV can allow them to participate in anything from hiking to hunting.

Peak Powersports LLC, your local ATV dealer, is in Sheridan, Wyoming. Read on to learn more about how ATVs are a great means of transportation for riders with disabilities who need a way to travel over rough terrain and join in outdoor activities with friends and family.

How ATVs Help With Disability Access

The outdoors should be accessible by everyone, no matter their abilities. Riders who have conditions that result in paralysis, a lack of mobility, or chronic pain can take advantage of a quad to move through the outdoors easily and quickly, conquering difficult terrain with no trouble. If you are a former biker or motorcyclist who is no longer able to ride your bicycle or motorcycle due to health conditions, an ATV is a great way to chase those adrenaline rushes and enjoy recreational riding once again.

Many outdoor activities preclude the use of mobility aids, but an ATV can be the perfect fit for anyone who wants to go hunting, fishing, trail-riding or adventuring with their loved ones. Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the outdoors with a quad as your means of transport and you'll find the world opening up for you!

User-Friendly Modifications

ATVs are already well-equipped for most riders with disabilities to use them with little or no difficulty. This means you won’t have to locate a single rare and expensive model to meet your needs; you can just add some modifications to standard-issue quads instead. Plenty of ATVs are very affordable as well, providing the perfect off-road complement to your scooter or wheelchair.

Some of the more common modifications for quads include the addition of a trigger, button, switch or joystick that is pushed with a finger, chin or elbow for operation, rather than the traditional throttle. Harnesses can help to secure a rider in place for safety and comfort. Other accessories like a different type of seat, footrests or cargo space can also be added. Talk to the staff here at Peak Powersports LLC so we can help you to find a model that will suit you, along with the modifications needed to enable you to ride safely.

Common Uses

Riders with disabilities will find that many activities they once may have struggled to participate in will be available to them with the use of an ATV.  For example, riders with disabilities can obtain special permits to allow them to hunt from a quad, which will also let them travel over difficult ground while carrying weapons and gear along with them. Another area that can cause difficulties for someone with mobility issues is the beach. An ATV equipped with paddle tires lets a rider with disabilities easily access the beach and ride along the coastline. Many trails can be ridden with ATVs, too, so avid hikers with mobility issues can once again enjoy the beauty of nature with their families.

ATVs are a wonderful way for people with disabilities to experience nature alongside their love ones. Want to take a look at some models? Visit our dealership to check out our full selection of new and used ATVs for sale near Sheridan, Wyoming. You can talk to our staff about disability-friendly options, as well as help with financing your purchase. Peak Powersports LLC proudly serves the city of Buffalo, Wyoming.