Checklist for riding in the UK

Riders should ensure they abide by the following code of conduct when riding in the UK, either off-road or on green lanes.

• Wear a helmet, eye protection and seat belt (if equipped) at all times when using my Polaris vehicle

• Wear protective equipment including gloves, long sleeves, long trousers and appropriate footwear

• My vehicle is in good working order that meets regulatory requirements

• Comply with age and size requirements for operators and passengers

• Use an exhaust system that meets the applicable noise standards

• Hold a valid driver’s license and have valid insurance with the vehicle I use

• Obey the traffic rules and adapt speed on the paths, and on the tracks that I use

• Respect the rules of courtesy towards residents and other users (walkers, hikers, cyclists, horse riders, motorcyclists) that I meet while on my ride or parked

• Stop my engine when approaching any other riders, people, animals and/or when I strike up a conversation with another user

• Adapt my driving according to the type of ground, surface and climatic conditions

• Do not use private areas, sites or routes that I do not have permission to use 

• Respect natural spaces, fauna and flora

For more information, please visit the European ATV Safety Institute:  http://www.quadsafety.org/