Only many of us can afford a fresh 2007 ATV with all the knobs and bells. As with cars or bikes or any large transport for recreation or pleasure, we infrequently have to begin with purchasing 2nd hand. Naturally there's not very much wrong with purchasing a second hand car, bike or ATV.

Who is the ATV for? An ATV for an adult is created differently than one made for a young child. The number one starting point if you've not acquired an ATV before would be at a local agent.

You'll struggle to afford one off the showroom floor, but you can still go look and pick the dealer's brain for data. At the dealership you can 'test' the different classes of ATVs. Sit on 1 or 2 to find out how they fit, each ATV will be different and you could find that some are much more cosy than others. Though you are trying more latest models, there actually won't be far too much of a difference between them and the older versions.

While you are at the agency also check to ascertain if they've got a notice board for other ATV resources. Now and then if you contact a club or other organization they might be in a position to put you in contact with people who have ATV's to sell. Classifieds and specialized classified mags like you see for vehicles or motorbikes will be a handy resource. And the 1 source for finding used vehicles is the web. When you find the ATV you wish to purchase, definitely go to take a look at it personally. When you see the ATV for the initial time, make note of the disposition of the plastic on the fenders. The outward appearance of the ATV will give you a fairly good clue as to how hard the prior owner treated the auto.

You have to choose how much you are ready to invest in refurbishing the ATV if parts do need replacing. Check the disposition of the seat for any rips or tears. Again, a ripped seat is not a massive thing and is positively replaceable, but would you like to spend the extra money to do that? The following part of the inspection will take some work. You'll want to lift the front end of the ATV up to test the undercarriage. With the ATV lifted, closely check the frame for any damage. Confirm there aren't any cracks or dents in the frame or any of the connecting welds Note any areas that may have rust and check them for cracks too. Check the handlebars for any loose play and do the same to each wheel. Oil, breaks and the air filter and air box should in addition be checked. Ask the owner if they have any records pertaining to oil changes and upkeep. Some owners might have an owner's instruction manual that they can pass on to you.

Take the ATV for a test too if you can to discover how it handles. Eventually, if a title is obligatory in your state ask the owner if they have the title and if it is clear. Most states need a bill of sale with the VIN ( auto identification number ) on it.

Whether your state requires a bill of sale or not, it is usually a brilliant idea to have one to protect you and the previous owner incase a feud crops up.