{"id":11900,"date":"2024-01-14T14:29:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-14T21:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog2.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=11900"},"modified":"2024-01-29T14:51:58","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T21:51:58","slug":"best-way-to-tie-down-a-side-by-side","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/best-way-to-tie-down-a-side-by-side\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Tie Down a Side By Side On a Trailer: 4 Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you just bought a new side-by-side<\/a>, you’re probably itching to hit some trails. But how do you get your UTV to the best off-roading trails<\/em> if you can’t drive it on public streets and highways?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transporting your UTV on a trailer is the safest way <\/strong>to get to (and from) trails, the car wash, storage, and all the other essential places your UTV needs to go. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we’ll show you the best way to tie down a side-by-side to a trailer and brush you up on the essential equipment you’ll need <\/strong>to stay safe while traveling with your UTV. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Necessary Tie Downs for Side-by-Side Transport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before we get into the guide, let’s first discuss equipment. There are a few things you’ll need to ensure stability and safety when you tie down a UTV. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ratchet Straps <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ratchet straps are the ideal tie-down for a side-by-side because they can apply a lot of tension and are made of durable polyester and nylon<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The strength ratings<\/strong> of your straps should be three times the weight of the vehicle<\/strong> you’re securing. Three to four-inch straps are ideal for this application. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can find ratchet tie-down sets through retailers like RhinoUSA<\/a>. SpeedStrap<\/a> also offers tie-down kits with all the equipment you need (packaged in one bundle). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Image courtesy of Rhino USA (Product featured above: 1.6″ x 8′ HD Ratchet Tie-Down Set 2-Pack<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Axle Straps <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These straps are the safety belt for your vehicle’s axles. They hold on tight and keep your UTV from moving around during transport. Be sure to look for axle straps with tough webbing, heavy-duty D-rings, and high break strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Retailers like Mac’s Custom Tie-Downs<\/a> will have what you need.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Image courtesy of Mac’s Custom Tie Downs (Product featured above: 24″ Axle Strap with Sleeve – Black<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wheel Nets and Tire Bonnets <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wheel nets<\/a> (also known as “tire bonnets”) are used to lock your UTV’s wheels in place during transport. These pieces of equipment are good if you’re traveling long distances, as they remain tied down to your trailer safely the whole way. Alternatively, you can use wheel chocks or tire blocks to secure your UTV. These are cheaper and quicker for short trips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Image courtesy of Mac’s Custom Tie-Downs (Product featured above: Medium Adjustable UTV Tire Net Pack<\/a>) <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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