Best Accessories for your ATV

Making sure you're well equipped when you head out on your ATV can mean the difference between a great day on the trail, and utter disaster. Interstate Cycles has put together a list of critical (and not so critical) accessories you can outfit your ATV with to help ensure you have a great time every time you take your ATV out. Interstate Cycles proudly serves the areas of Gainesville, Tallahassee, Alachua, Valdosta, Jacksonville, and Sanderson, Florida, from our location here in Lake City.

Winch

A Winch is one of the best accessories to have when you're heading into the unknown. If you're riding on unfamiliar trails, or in an area that hasn't been maintained for some time, a winch can be a big time saver. Make sure you match your winch to the power of your ATV, otherwise you can wind up pulling yourself out of trouble, only to find that now you have a dead battery.

When choosing a winch you can choose between synthetic and metal wire, which will be one of the main factors when determining the capabilities of your winch. Synthetic cord is best used for lightweight pulling, such as moving a small tree or log. Wire is best for heavy duty jobs like moving a boulder, or pulling another ATV out of a tough spot.

Lighting

With the advent of LED lights, your lighting options on an ATV are more diverse than ever. Light bars for ATVs come in all shapes and sizes, depending on what kind of trails you'll be riding and what use you'll have. Make sure you pick lights that will fit with the power capabilities of your ATV, and provide ample spread when you're riding.

Camera

Of course a camera isn't a critical piece of gear when you're riding the trails, but it's a cool gadget to have along regardless. You never know when you'll have that once in a lifetime animal encounter, or come across a hidden gem in the back country, so be ready to document your ride and share with friends and family. Lightweight, weatherproof cameras are available, and can be easily mounted on your ATV, or on your helmet. Even if you're not taking video, these cameras will still take still photos if you find a good opportunity, so it's nice to know you've got one on hand.

GPS

A GPS unit is a literal lifesaver. Depending on how fancy you want to get, you can wind up spending plenty of money on one of these, but even a simple GPS can keep you on course. Elaborate units feature daylight readability, bluetooth connections, extreme weatherproofing and more. Make sure you pick a GPS that will work for your riding style, and bring extra batteries along when you ride.

So there you have it, four accessories that can help ensure that you have a fun and safe trip on your ATV! If you have any questions about ATV parts or service, come in and see us at Interstate Cycles in Lake City, Florida, proudly serving the communities of Tallahassee, Alachua, Jacksonville, Valdosta, Sanderson, and Gainesville, Florida.