Tips for Towing with Your Side By Side

Towing off-road can be tricky since popular tow vehicles like trucks and SUVs aren’t always the best equipped for difficult terrain. In these kinds of circumstances, a side by side is usually your best bet. Not only do they have powerful engines, but UTVs are specifically designed to operate off-road. This guide from Cool Springs Powersports can help make your side by side towing experience easier

Use a Suitable Side By Side

Some side by side models are designed for recreation rather than utility work. Any side by side used for towing needs to be equipped with a towing bracket or hitch. You’ll also need to account for your side by side’s maximum towing/hauling capacity. If the cargo is too heavy, you won’t be able to safely tow it. You should also have a few tie-downs or ratchet straps on hand to secure the cargo. The more you can keep the cargo secure, the easier your towing experience will be. 

Plan Your Route

There are many things that can go wrong when it comes to off-road towing. Hitch your empty trailer to your side by side and do a dry run over what you think is the most efficient towing route. As you do so, observe any obstacles or terrain that might cause an issue while you’re towing. Obviously, you should also note if there are any places where your trailer or UTV is too big to fit. Use what you learn to plan out a route that is safe and ensures that your cargo gets where it needs to go efficiently.

Driving Tips

Once you’ve hashed out a plan and you’re ready to do the actual towing, take things just a bit slower than usual. Be especially careful around unstable terrain and take corners slowly. Even weight distribution and properly securing your cargo will go a long way towards making the towing job easier.

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