Powersports Vehicle Buying Guide

Off-road travel is complicated if you don’t have the right type of vehicle for it. Whether you want to go on recreational trips with friends and family or if you want to complete work tasks more efficiently, a powersports vehicle is what you need. Here’s a quick guide to help you buy the right powersports vehicle for however you want to ride.

Types of Powersports Vehicles

First, you should think about what type of powersports vehicle will best meet your needs. Different vehicles are designed to suit different purposes. Here are some of the most common styles: 

• ATVs are four-wheeled powersports vehicles that are ridden like motorcycles, with straddle seats and handlebars. They usually have room for just one passenger, the operator. Great for recreational riding.
• UTVs are four-wheeled powersports vehicles that have room for two to six passengers and are operated similarly to a standard car while being smaller and capable of handling rough terrain. Good for trail riding and for performing work in various industries.
• Snowmobiles are useful for anyone who needs to travel over the snow during winter, especially for managing property or hunting.
• Off-road motorcycles, also known as dirt bikes, are compact and sleek, capable of exploring all kinds of terrain on two wheels. Typically used recreationally.

Budget

Next, you should establish a budget that encompasses all of the potential expenses that a powersports vehicle can incur. This budget should include the sticker price of the vehicle, as well as the cost of insurance, maintenance, and accessories, particularly riding gear like helmets and boots. You may also need to think about where you’ll store your vehicle when you aren’t using it, as this may require you to rent a storage unit.

Stop by one of our dealership locations in Winnipeg, MB, or Kenora, ON, to take a look at our selection of different types of powersports vehicles for sale. Let us know if you’d like to use our financing options on your purchase. Winnipeg Sport & Leisure serves our customers in the provinces of Ontario and Manitoba.