Why You Might Prefer a Side-By-Side!

Side-by-sides are some of the only off-road vehicles available that can seat up to 4 people or more. If you’re needing to travel through muddy areas or deep woods in a big group, these machines are for you! However, these unique vehicles also come with a number of other amazing features. Read our article on the benefits of owning a side-by-side to learn more. Or, if you’re ready to start browsing already, stop by our location in Amsterdam, New York, and take a look at our inventory.

Multi-Passenger Seating

As we mentioned in the intro, these are some of the only off road vehicles that can fit up to 4 people. However, there’s a lot of variation in seating depending on what model you buy. This means that you have the choice of selecting a side-by-side that seats only 2 passengers, or one that can seat 6! Whether you’re wanting to take 1 friend along for the ride, or 5, a side-by-side can do the job. 

Safety Features

The more people or items there are in a vehicle, the more dangerous it is. This is simply because there are more people and items that can crash into you, and vice versa, if you’re in an accident. Fortunately, aware of this increased risk, manufacturers have outfitted side-by-sides with a number of added safety features. For example, seat belts are common on these vehicles and equipment like windshields and roll cages can also be included. 

Customizable

A side-by-side’s body has a relatively simple design, making it easy to add extra safety gear. Its simplicity also makes maintenance and customization much easier! While many owners choose to add extra safety equipment, it’s also extremely popular to add extra gadgets or even designs to the vehicle. 

Storage

You would think that an increased amount of passengers would decrease the amount of storage on a vehicle, but this isn’t the case! The more people there are, the more items or cargo they’ll need to bring along. As such, side-by-side manufacturers have equipped these machines with immense storage space. Whether you’re needing to travel with hunting gear, or coolers for a picnic, your side-by-side will be able to carry it all. 

Weight Capacity 

Increased space for equipment as well as extra seating has given side-by-side vehicles an impressive carrying capacity. Not only are these machines meant to transport large groups and heavy equipment, but they often come with a tow attachment. This means that you're able to pull heavy cargo behind you, on top of all your other items. This is a very impressive feat, and wouldn’t be possible without this machine’s high weight capacities. 

As you can see, a side-by-side has some extremely useful and even unexpected features. These vehicles are a great asset to have, whether you're working in an off-road area, or simply wanting to travel in big groups across any terrain. If you’re located in the cities of Schenectady and Albany, New York, we encourage you to stop by our dealership and take a peek at our high quality side-by-sides!