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Originally Posted by Rerun
So you think the 21 year old stability standard (based on the rollover performance of the worst atv for sale at that time), that the industry currently uses, is just fine with you?
I agree, a lot of accidents are a result of operator carelessness. but.... wouldn't it be a good thing if the standard bar was higher? Increased track width? Lower center of gravity? Better suspension? .... all which would decrease roll overs and back flips?
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I think the standard is just fine. I also think it varies between ATVs. I've driven many different kinds, and they all vary based on handling, safety, ability to rollover, etc, etc.
Again, I think like anything people who do not have the skills or experience required to handle a quad properly are getting into accidents, and as a result those of us who have driven quads for years without any seriously accidents are given a bad name. Or even worse, the quads are given a bad name.
Safety features can always be improved upon. While I did say that the standard was fine, I don't think there needs to be government regulation saying quad companies have to make the quads more 'safe.'
At some point people have to realize that there are 'things' out there that are dangerous, and people just need to be more careful.
Wearing a helmet should be based on personal responsibility, and not government regulation.