{"id":37026,"date":"2016-06-02T10:00:04","date_gmt":"2016-06-02T17:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/?p=37026"},"modified":"2019-06-27T14:37:51","modified_gmt":"2019-06-27T21:37:51","slug":"towing-an-atv-or-utv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2016\/06\/02\/towing-an-atv-or-utv\/","title":{"rendered":"Towing an ATV or UTV"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Before you can go off-road with your ATV, you&#8217;re going to need to safely transport it to your favorite destination. For those of you that are\u00a0looking at\u00a0buying\u00a0an ATV\u00a0and\u00a0don&#8217;t want the expense of purchasing your own trailer, the experts at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.world-of-atvs.com\/atvs-blog.html\">World of ATVs<\/a> say, &#8220;For anyone that needs to transport their ATV\/UTV, renting a trailer from U-Haul is a great option&#8221;.\u00a0Here are\u00a0some tips and advise on towing an ATV or UTV with a U-Haul trailer.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Towing-an-ATV-4.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37790 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Towing-an-ATV-4.png\" alt=\"Towing an ATV (4)\" width=\"1000\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Towing-an-ATV-4.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Towing-an-ATV-4-300x165.png 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Towing-an-ATV-4-768x422.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4>What You Will Need<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Trailers\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trailer&amp;utm_content=20160419-towinganatv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">An open trailer with a ramp<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Rope-tie-downs\/Universal-Handlebar-Harness?id=12419&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20160419-towinganatv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thick ratchet straps<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A towing vehicle equipped with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Trailer-Hitches\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=hitch&amp;utm_content=20160419-towinganatv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hitch<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Your ATV<\/li>\n<li>Your ATV owner&#8217;s manual<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Picking a Trailer<\/h4>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Trailers\/5x9-Utility-Trailer-with-Ramp-Rental\/RT\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trailer&amp;utm_content=20160419-towinganatv\">5&#215;9 Utility Trailer<\/a> will fit a max load of 1,650 lbs while the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Trailers\/6x12-Utility-Trailer-with-Ramp-Rental\/HO\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trailer&amp;utm_content=20160419-towinganatv\">6&#215;12 trailer<\/a> fits a max load of 2,110 lbs. Most All-terrain vehicles\u00a0range between 50&#8243; and 57&#8243; wide, both of these U-Haul trailers have a ramp width of \u00a057&#8243; so most ATV&#8217;s will fit just fine, but you will want to check your ATV&#8217;s width before you rent one though. Wider UTVs are about 64&#8243; wide and will not fit in a utility trailer, so a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Trailers\/Auto-Transport-Rental\/AT\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trailer&amp;utm_content=20160419-towinganatv\">U-Haul Auto Transport<\/a>\u00a0would be the best option for you. If you are going to be towing a larger UTV, watch <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xC5vPIZa_Ak\">this video<\/a> for instructions on how to use auto transport. To use an auto transport, the combination will have to be validated by our Hitch Central Hotline at 1-800-234-8869.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Heavy-duty tie-down rings help to secure the vehicle in place<\/li>\n<li>Low-bed and ramp allows for easy loading of ATV onto the trailer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Capture1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-37787 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Capture1.png\" alt=\"towing an atv\" width=\"984\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Capture1.png 1367w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Capture1-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Capture1-768x383.png 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Capture1-1024x511.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 984px) 100vw, 984px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Loading and Securing your ATV<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Engage the parking brake on the towing vehicle<\/li>\n<li>Verify that the trailer coupler hand wheel is tight<\/li>\n<li>Verify that the trailer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IzxlHKQQNCs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">safety chains<\/a> are properly connected and\u00a0secure<\/li>\n<li>Remove the two latch pins on each side of the trailer and carefully lower the ramp gate until it rests on the ground<\/li>\n<li>Push the ramp slightly as you lower as it is equipped with spring assistance<\/li>\n<li>Place\u00a04 ratchet straps on the tie-down rings inside the trailer bed<\/li>\n<li>Guide your ATV onto the trailer, ensuring that the heaviest part of the ATV or the front is at the front of the trailer ensuring the <a href=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/2013\/01\/31\/does-it-matter-how-i-load-the-trailer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">60\/40 rule<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Keep the ATV centered for proper weight distribution<\/li>\n<li>Secure the ATV to the trailer with ratchet straps.\u00a0\u00a0Ratchet straps should be connected to a sturdy area of the frame.<\/li>\n<li>Do not attach hooks to suspension or axles as they can easily be bent when straps are tightened.<\/li>\n<li>Check your ATV owner&#8217;s manual for recommended attachment points<\/li>\n<li>Tighten the ratchet straps even and check that they are secure and your ATV\u00a0remains vertical<\/li>\n<li>Close and secure the ramp gate by lifting and re-connecting the latch pins<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4>Towing an ATV<\/h4>\n<p>When it comes to towing an ATV in a utility trailer, the same <a href=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/2012\/07\/02\/trailer-safety-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rules<\/a> apply as in towing any other\u00a0cargo:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure you are following the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/2013\/03\/02\/towing-a-trailer-safe-towing-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">safe towing checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=clrjDUxBS6o\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Verify<\/a> that 60% of your load is distributed towards the front of the trailer and 40% is towards the back.<\/li>\n<li>Adjust your driving to allow adequate room for maneuvering &#8212; a trailer will add weight, length, and width to your vehicle. This generally means reducing your speed by about 10 miles\/hr.<\/li>\n<li>Adjust your side mirrors to see your trailer and the objects around you<\/li>\n<li>Wear a seatbelt!<\/li>\n<li>Verify that your load is secure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more information, check these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Articles\/Tips\/122\/Trailer-User-Instructions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trailer users\u00a0instructions<\/a> and your ATV&#8217;s owner&#8217;s manual.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Was this article helpful in deciding to rent a trailer for your ATV? Tell us in the comments.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/robertthigpen\/4439151929\/in\/photolist-7LgPde-nG8rfc-83jy2Y-9anZ2G-9xiBg3-8aa3ML-9VrMbw-9VrAdb-RDwz-8a6WHT-7Qwv48-8AtubD-7od6pJ-9VoydH-9rfMMw-83jyJN-7LgGsR-7Lkonu-9VoWjF-83pTn5-83q4vY-9VrBMb-9VoZ9x-WtaiH-b5HeMV-8a6Dp2-83pX7Y-8a9UgE-9VoPu6-8a9J79-83mUQK-9VrKsW-9rfAUb-9VrN6w-9rcdsB-b5HdTR-7LgJoH-8a6QfM-87dZH2-83q5eY-9VrszC-8a6J9V-7LgH8g-8a6qcR-6cNg4S-aPj2jF-9VoAok-7LgFNz-9VrQ5y-9VoTgk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flickr cc: via robertthigpen<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Before you can go off-road with your ATV, you&#8217;re going to need to safely transport it to your favorite destination. 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