A Global Positioning System (GPS) for your ATV can be an extremely useful item for several reasons.
First of all, it can serve as a tracking device for your ATV. With ATV thefts on the rise, a GPS can alert you the moment your ATV begins to move, and if you're not the person moving it, then chances are you have a problem. Here's how it works.
When you set your GPS tracking device, it will send an alert if it detects a breach in your ATV's system. An engine start, or wheel movement are all that is needed to trigger the alert. How are you alerted? You can receive the alert to as many telephone numbers as you provide your ATV GPS system provider. Your home and cell phones at least should be included on your list, and you can receive text messaging, pager service and even e-mail.
Now, how can an ATV GPS help you when you're on a ride? It common that many ATV trails are not well marked, and it's all too easy to start out on one ATV trail and wind up on another. If you don't have your own map of the trails, you could find yourself in a bit of a fix. A GPS can help you orient yourself so you can head back in the right direction.
Your ATV GPS becomes invaluable if for some reason you get stuck out on the ATV trail. Your ATV may have broken down, or you may have become injured. When you don't come back at the expected time, friends and family will be able to locate your position by the signal from your GPS.
As you can see, A GPS is a must have item in the modern ATV world.
