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Riding on the road – is my quad bike road legal?

There are a few criteria a quadbike must meet before it can be ridden on the road:

• Your vehicle must have number plates on the front and rear as with all road vehicles.
• Your vehicle must be insured for use on the road. It is important that you check you can get your quad insured before you plan to ride it on the road.
• Your quad bike must be road registered with DVLA.
• Your quad bike must also be taxed and have a valid MOT if it is more than 3 years old.

Can I make my off-road quad bike road legal?

Many quad bikes cannot be ridden on the roads because they do not meet road safety standards. If you already own a quad bike meant for off-road, It is possible to submit your quad bike for type approval to get it road legal if it meets the road safety standards.
However, it is far more convenient to purchase a road legal quad bike if your intent in having one is to ride it on the road.

What licence do I need?

Riding a quadbike on private land does not require a licence. However, if you wish to ride your quad bike on the road, you will need a full UK car driving licence (category B or B1). A motorcycle licence will not allow you to ride your quad bike on the road unless it has a B1 entitlement.
 

What insurance do I need?

Despite having similar mechanics to bikes, motorbike insurance providers won’t be able to insure your quad bike. Instead, quadbikes are considered by the law to be like cars, and so requires road-specific insurance- a minimum of third-party insurance cover. Most insurers will require you to be 21 or over to get insurance. However, this can vary between insurers.
 

What protective gear do I need?

It is not a legal requirement to wear protective gear while riding a quad on the road. However, it is absolutely recommended that you wear at the very least a crash helmet. Leathers and other biking equipment are also strongly advised.
 

Where can I ride?

Road legal quads can be ridden anywhere a car can go. This means roads that are classified as public right of way- sometimes referred to as green lanes or BOATS (Byways Open to All Traffic). You can also ride on country roads that are unclassified and white roads. Remember, quads are considered to be like a car, so you cannot ride in bike lanes.

Where you can ride on the motorway, riding a quad long distance can get uncomfortable. We recommend taking frequent breaks and keeping distances short.
 

Can I carry passengers?

If you have a quad built to hold passengers, then you can carry passengers on the road. However, the bike must have the correct features including a seat and footpegs.

Interested in getting your quad on the road? Check out our range of road legal quads here.

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Whether it’s you or your kids wanting to get back into riding, there are a few things you will need to check to make sure your bike is ready to ride!

Check out our checklist below to getting your bike summer ready!

1: Check your bike over

The first step is to give your bike a good check over to see if there are any visual problems.

Here are a few things to look out for:

Loose bolts and chains: Do any bolts need tightening up?

Leaks: Is anything leaking?

Underinflated tires: Your tires may need pumping up after being in the garage for 4-6 months!

Filters: Make sure no dust has accumulated in your filters.

Mice: if you have been keeping your bike in a garage or shed, it might be a good idea to check over for small rodents like mice that may have made a nest in or around your bike!

Fluids: Make sure your bike is oiled, and it has new fuel in!

2: Test Ride

Now you have inspected your bike, pumped up the tires and changed the oil, the next step it to warm up the mechanics with a test ride! This involves checking:

Breaks: The most important thing to check before you or your children go out on your quadbike is to make sure the breaks are all still in working order! There’s no reason they shouldn’t be, but it’s worth checking!

Battery: Your battery will probably need charging if your bike has been left for a few months.

Steering and power: A test run in a safe environment will let you test the steering and power, and allow you to get a feel for your bike after a period of not riding.

3: Shine it up

Your bike may have collected some dust over the winter!

Keep it looking and feeling like new by cleaning and polishing. This is good practice as it will keep your bike in good shape and prolong your bikes life and value.

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Are you thinking about quad biking but aren’t sure if it’s the right fit for you? Quad biking experience days are a great way to get a feel for what riding a quad bike is really like. Experience the thrill of quad biking yourself and check out some of the quad biking experiences in the UK below!

All Out Adventures- Newcastle

Age range: 6+

Price: £60 (adult) £37 (child)

Website: https://alloutadventures.co.uk/products/quad-biking

• Child, adult and family days are available.
• A variety of bike sizes suitable for children 6-9 years, 10-15 years, and adults.
• Groups are not mixed, so your experience can be tailored to riders of any ability.

Yorkshire Outdoors- Yorkshire

Age range: 12+

Price: on enquiry

Website: www.yorkshire-outdoors.co.uk/activitiesquad-biking-experience

• A range of experiences for different abilities: choose from ‘The challenge’, ‘The Trek’ and ‘VIP biking’.
• 50 Acres of land.
• One on one tuition

Tile Farm Off Road- Chester

Age range: 10+

Price: £55-75 per person

Website: https://www.tilefarmoffroad.com/quadadventures

• 250 acres of countryside
• Optional obstacles- you can tailor your experience to your ability.
• Helmets gloves and overalls provided.

NPF Bassetts Pole Adventure Park- Birmingham

Age: range: 11+

Price: £45 per person

Website: https://www.npfbassettspole.com/activities/quad-trekking

• Fun and unique jungle theme with tribal artefacts and ancient stone statues.

True Grip Off Road Specialists- Ashford

Age range: 16+

Price: £65-£110

Website: www.truegrip-offroad.co.uk/quads

• Access to stunning Eastwell Park
• Safari-style tracks
• Small groups (3 riders per 1 instructor)
• Trek and trail options available.
• Also available is a bespoke combo experience to try a mixture of both.

Henley Hillbillies- Dorset

Age range: 8+

Price: £35-£50

Website: www.henleyhillbillies.co.uk/quadbiking

• Family and small group options
• 1 ½ mile track
• Junior riding experience available for 8-15 years, which offers a more controlled gradual learning experience.

MadMax Adventures- Kirknewton Edinburgh

Age range: 16+

Price: £60 per person

Website: https://www.madmaxadventures.com/activities/quad-bike-safari/

• Ultimate quad bike safari experience in Scotland
• Kirknewton estate grounds
• Various types of terrain and obstacles

Adventure Wales- Taff Valley

Age range: 12+ (junior sessions available for ages 7-11)

Price: £35 per person (quad biking only)

Website: http://www.adventurewales.co.uk/

• Initial training followed by a trek through fields, farmland and woodlands.
• Packages available, with other activities and/or food.
• Up to 20 people per session.

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SMC Cub 50

The Cub 50 is packed full of safety features at a great value price. The 2 stroke 50cc engine is restricted in the exhaust as standard to help with learning and improve confidence when riding.

The SMC Cub 50 can also be restricted on the throttle so that parents and riders can have complete control over the speed of the bike. With safety in mind, the Cub 50 has fully enclosed footwells protecting the rider, as well as a lanyard cut-off feature – which cuts the engine avoiding any potential problems.

(The lanyard kill-switch works by being attached to both rider and bike. The cord which is attached to the rider pulls away from the switch in the event of a dismount and in turn switches the engine off.)

This junior quad bike truly is an ideal starter quad!

SMC Scout 90

The SMC Scout 90 features a simple 90cc 2 stroke engine which is fully restrictable to help with learning and improving a rider’s confidence as well as a lanyard.

Once the rider becomes more confident the Scout can be released to full power. Other key safety features include fully enclosed footwells and adjustable front and rear suspension that means you can adjust the ride to suit the weight of the pilot.

The SMC Scout 90 is fitted with an electric start and kick start, and also features working headlights. The Scout 90 is the natural progression from the smaller SMC Cub 50 above.

SMC Hornet 100

The Hornet 100 is the ultimate in the junior quad bike range. The Hornet is fitted with a time-proven 2 stroke engine.

As you would expect from one of the world’s leading quad and ATV manufacturers, the Hornet has top-level design and technology.

The Hornet 100 has a fully restrictable throttle so that the speed can be reduced and is also fitted with enclosed footwells and a lanyard cut-off feature for greater safety.

Other amazing standard features include reverse gear, adjustable suspension, rear disc brake and headlights.

This junior quad has a larger frame making it perfect for large juniors, teenagers and small adults.

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Yes the SMC Quad Bikes are the real-deal, whether that’s for riding around a park with friends, to using one of our quads as a workhorse on a fully functioning farm.

So whether you’re just starting out, a pro or you’re unsure, take a look at this Christmas Gift Guide to find out which of our quads is best for you.

Just Starting Out

If you’re buying a quad bike for your child and it’s their first quad bike, you want to ease them in without scaring them off!

The idea for a first quad bike is to find your feet, to learn how to move with the quad bike and drive it safely and responsibly.

That’s why we would suggest either the:

SMC Cub 50

SMC Scout 90

These are two of the best quad bikes we have to offer that are great for learning on before moving up to the bigger SMC quad bikes.

Take your time, there’s no need to rush on learning how to ride these quad bikes properly and you want to feel 100% confident before moving up to the next class.

I’m An Intermediate

Maybe you’re buying a quad bike for someone a little older. Maybe they’ve mastered the smaller quad bikes and are ready to move up to the next one. Or perhaps they want to learn on a smaller quad bike before going up to the road legal range.

The SMC Hornet 100 is perfect as it’s the mid-range quad bike that’s ideal for juniors, teenagers and small adults to learn on, with a larger frame and a quad bike that can last juniors well into their teens.

So if you’re unsure on which quad bike to get someone who is at an intermediate level, we’d suggest the Hornet 100.

I’m A Pro

You’ve been riding quad bikes for years, you love riding around on them and you see all the amazing features and benefits quad bikes have to offer.

Or perhaps you’re a farmer who’s looking for a way to get from A-B when a car just won’t cut it.

We’d advise taking a look at:

SMC Max 700

SMC Max 700LE

SMC MBX 850

These are fully road legal quad bikes that can take on anything in its way. Fast, agile and comfortable, they’re built to be ridden for hours.

So whether you’re a quad bike enthusiast who loves riding them, or you’re a farmer looking for a quad bike that’s functional, durable and versatile, look no further than any of these three quad bikes.

All of which offer extremely good value for money and have everything you need.

Ready To Buy Your Quad Bike?

Find Out Where to buy online today and get yours just in time for Christmas.

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In this series of articles, we’re going to focus on all our quad bikes and provide you with the ultimate buyers guide, a sort of everything you need to know.

And we’ll be starting with our top of the range, SMC MBX 850 quad bike.

We’ll run through most of the features the SMC MBX 850 has to offer and why we believe it’s one of the best quad bikes out there today!

Powerful

The most obvious benefit with the SMC MBX 850 is the power.

Fully equipped with a new generational V-Twin engine that produces more lb/ft than most of its competitors.

When we say the MBX 850 is a beast, we truly mean it! One this quad bike gets going, nothing will stop in its way!

Conquer Any Terrain

Rain, road, mud, dry, dirt trail nothing can stop the MBX 850 from getting where it needs to go.

Fitted with large 14” wheels with Maxxis off-road tyres, it’s perfect for leisure and professional settings such as farming and agriculture. 

Take on inclines and hills without any problems as the large off-road tyres and the powerful V-Twin engine will help get you from A-B in no time!

Beauty And Utility

You might think that with these features there has to be a trade-off somewhere either aesthetically or its build.

But not with the SMC MBX 850, the overall design remains modern and sleek whilst being agile and nimble enough to ride.

It’s a heavy-duty utility quad bike too fitted with features such as a tow bar and a fully operational winch which makes it ideal for numerous tasks.

Euro 4 Spec

We’ve spoken a lot about how the quad bike handles off-road, but what about on-road?

The rear differential system on this EURO4 spec machine makes cornering and handling smooth and predictable.

And because this quad bike has a lot of power, it’s reassuring to know that handling and driving this bike, makes it smooth and predictable.

Buy The SMC MBX 850 Online Today

Our dealer Dualways offer you the chance to find your local dealer to be able to go in and take a look at the MBX 850 up close and personal!

All you need to do is head on over to the Dualways website and enter your postcode to find your local dealer and pop in!

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A road-legal utility quad bike is arguably the ultimate quad bike machine that can handle almost (if not) everything.

With features including power steering, large off-road tyres with maximum grip and with a capacity of 675cc plus, they’re a powerful machine that is the best way to get around in the countryside and other challenging terrains.

They’re becoming increasingly popular in the agricultural field as the on-road/off-road ability and the durability of the vehicle can handle the tough and harsh day-to-day life of a working farm.

In this article, we’ll be looking at some of the main benefits of driving a road-legal utility quad bike.

Designed From The Ground Up

Our range of utility quad bikes truly has been designed from the ground up. 

Taking into account an array of features including handling, durability, performance and rider exhilaration. They’re versatile and can handle anything you put in its way, making these quad bikes some of the best on the market.

Whether it’s the SMC Max 700, the SMC Max 700LE or the SMC MBX 850, all of the quad bikes have been designed to tick all the boxes and give the rider the whole, all-in-one package that challenges other quad bikes and puts SMC at the forefront of the utility quad bike market.

Strong But Agile

First appearances can be deceiving, whilst they are strong and bulky, they’re incredibly agile as you’ll be able to take sharp corners with precision and carefully approach cattle and livestock without scaring them off.

This is due to the electric engine that powers the quad bike. With a large 675cc engine and up, you’ll be driving one of the most powerful and agile quad bikes on the market.

The All-Round Quad Bike?

Taking a step back and looking at the range of road-legal utility quad bikes from SMC, we have to ask ourselves, are these some of the most all-round quad bikes available to buy today?

With sport features, powerful engines, agile ability, durability and on-road/off-road performance, these quad bikes tick all the boxes and have everything you need in a high-end quad bike.

And in that sense, it’s hard to argue that these are some of the most all-round quad bikes on the market today that deliver on everything it has to offer.

Get Your SMC Quad Bikes Online

You can buy these road-legal utility quad bikes throughout the U.K. via a large dealer network. 

Simply visit Dualways.com to find the nearest dealer local to you.

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There is no doubt that the Coronavirus pandemic has been pretty unavoidable over the last couple of months. Whether you’ve been working on the front line or acquainting yourself with your new working environment, time outdoors, unless spent into your garden has been pretty limited.

But no longer…

With individuals now being allowed to spend more time outdoors and the glorious Spring weather encouraging us away from our sofas, you may be starting to consider new ways to have fun outdoors while staying safe.

And of course, the team here at SMC have just the answer…

Spring Fun With SMC

With social distancing limiting many of our usual venues for entertainment, it’s time to think outside of the box. We may be biased, but we don’t think there is any better way right now, to enjoy being outdoors than hitting those epic off-road trails on an SMC Quad Bike.

Picture it now. You’re touring the countryside, the sun beating down, and better yet a mate to share a laugh with whilst also remaining safe. It doesn’t get much better than that right now!

If you’re sat here thinking, ‘this sounds like something I would enjoy’, you may be starting to ask the next big question….

Which Quad Is The Best?

 If you’ve seen our quad bike range, you’ll understand that it’s almost an impossible task to label just one quad as the ‘best’ as each ATV offers riders something unique depending on your riding style and application.

However, a firm favourite amongst both our team and customers is the SMC MBX 850 and it doesn’t take a lot to figure out why!

The MBX 850 has been designed from the ground up to deliver exceptional handling and performance to offer an exhilarating ride from the pull of the throttle. And boy, this quad really does have some power.

Featuring a new generation V-Twin engine, the MBX produces more lb/ft torque than almost all other competitors in its power category – so It’s certainly not for the faint-hearted!

If it’s impressive spec wasn’t enough, the MBX’s ‘mean’ sports styling will certainly get your engines revving!

From touring the countryside to unleashing the beast on those epic off-road tracks, we are confident that the MBX will be enough to keep you on your toes this Spring!

You can find your nearest dealer for the SMC MBX 850 online today.

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