Shaft Quads, Trikes and Buggies
Whether you have to get around a large property or are just looking for some fun, quads, trikes and buggies are the recreational vehicles for the job. Quads, trikes and buggies can use drive shafts to supply power to the vehicle’s wheels.
What is the Difference Between These Recreational Vehicles?
While they share similarities in their general purpose and build, quad bikes, buggies and trikes are quite different in various ways, like:
- Quad Bikes: Also known as all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), quads are bikes with four wheels and controlled by handlebars that are are designed for off-road surfaces.
- Buggies: Somewhat similar to ATVs, buggies are off-road vehicles with a seat more like that of a car and often have doors, windscreen and roll-cage.
- Drift Trikes: With a design more similar to motorcycles and bicycles, trikes are three wheeled vehicles, while drift trikes are tricycles that are able to drift on surfaces.
What are Some Features of Quad Bikes?
Quad bikes or quads, come with a variety of mechanical features, including:
- Four-Stroke Engines: Quad bikes often feature an air-cooled four-stroke engine of varying power levels.
- Brakes: Quad bikes can feature both front and rear brakes providing greater stability and superior stopping power.