ATV YAMAHA RHINO: A Profile of the Hidden Dangers of ATVs
The Yamaha Rhino ATV (all terrain vehicle) is a popular choice for those who enjoy outdoor recreational activity. The dangers of ATVs, however, are becoming more widely known. Billed as fun vehicles the whole family can enjoy, ATVs are being criticized more and more by many groups. Some of the noted groups speaking out against the dangers of ATVs include the American Academy of Pediatrics, Safe Kids Worldwide and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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Design Flaws: What makes many ATVs such as the Yamaha Rhino so dangerous are their design flaws. With a narrow wheel base and a high center of gravity, they are prone to tipping over. This can be particularly dangerous when riding models such as the two-seater Yamaha Rhino because it is larger than most ATVs. Larger means heavier, so if it tips over, it can cause a much more severe injury - literally crushing a rider to death, for example — than a lighter ATV.
Insufficient Safety Equipment: Most ATVs aren’t sufficiently outfitted with safety equipment. In case of an accident, this can be particularly serious, especially to children. Minors, by their very nature, are prone to riding without safety equipment - even when it is available.
Often severe injuries occur on a Yamaha Rhino when drivers and passengers instinctively put their arms and legs outside of the vehicles when they tip in order to brace for a fall. Consequently, many deaths and catastrophic injuries have resulted from riding a Yamaha Rhino ATV.
YAMAHA RHINO ATV: Safety Tips for You and Your Child
Regulate Engine Size: Many experts urge consumers to limit engine size, especially if children will be using the ATV. We know now that ATVs with an engine larger than 90 cubic centimeters should not be ridden by younger, carefree riders. It’s just too risky. Wear Protective Gear: Wearing safety equipment is probably the best way to stay safe on ATVs. This is particularly true in the case of models such as the two-seater Yamaha Rhino, which often has no doors. Protective gear that should be worn includes helmets, goggles and over-the-ankle boots to protect against burns.
