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ATV Registration

OHV (Off-highway Vehicle) Registration and DNR User Permits
Includes All-terrain Vehicles, Off-road Motorcycles, and Off-road Utility Vehicles

Recreational vehicle owners and operators on public ice, designated public riding trails and areas, and DNR-designated OHV parks1, including use in conjunction with a disabled hunting permit, must register their machines with the Department.  Machines registered in Iowa need only display their current registration decal and the operator must carry the registration certificate on board.  Machines registered in another state are required to also display a valid registration from their home state and an IDNR Nonresident User Permit.  Registrations and IDNR Nonresident User Permits must be renewed annually and are nontransferable.  Both can be acquired starting September 1 each year and are valid for the remainder of the year plus the entire following calendar year.   

All Iowa registrations and DNR User Permits expire December 31 each calendar year.   A $5.00 penalty is added to the renewal cost for an expired Iowa registration.  There is no grace period.

Residents can obtain registrations and renewals from a County Recorder Office.  For nonresidents, IDNR User Permits may be obtained at any license vendor (County Recorder Office or participating retailer) that sells hunting and fishing privileges. 

  • Complete list of vendors and locations that sell Iowa hunting, fishing, and IDNR User Permits
    1 ORV operation is limited.  Please see OHV Parks and Rules page for areas where ORV use is allowed.

  • DNR ONLINE LICENSE AND REGISTRATION SALES SITE  

    • Registration renewals for ATVs, ORVs, and ORMs may be renewed through the Iowa DNR Online OHV/Snowmobile Registration Sales Site
    • Registration and decal will be delivered via USPS mail delivery in 5 - 10 business days. 
    • New registrations, transfers, and title/lien requests will still need to be processed at your County Recorder's Office in your county of residence.

    IMPORTANT USER PERMIT INFORMATION

    •  IDNR Nonresident User permits can be purchased through the Iowa DNR Online Hunting/Fishing License System.  Permits purchased online will be delivered via USPS mail in 5 - 10 business days. 

    Registration of a New or Transferred Machine

    Purchase from a Dealer:  Dealers are required to collect the registration and title fees for a machine that is required to be registered.The dealer will issue to the purchaser a placard bearing the words "registration applied for" and space for the purchase date. The placard entitles the purchaser to operate the machine for 45 days immediately following the purchase while the registration is being processed.  

    Purchase by private sale:  The purchaser of a machine with a valid registration may operate it for 30 days immediately following the purchase without having completed a transfer of registration. If the registration is expired, the machine must be registered prior to operating the machine in areas where a registration is required. 

    ALL MACHINES THAT ARE REGISTERED ARE REQUIRED TO BE TITLED.  IF A LIEN IS PLACED ON A MACHINE, THAT MACHINE MUST BE TITLED.  ONCE A MACHINE IS TITLED, IT IS ALWAYS TITLED.


    Services Available at a County Recorder's Office


    • All new registrations - $17.75
    • Renewals - $17.75
    • IDNR Nonresident User Permits - $17.75
    • Duplicate registrations - $7.75
    • Titles - $11.50
    • Liens - $ 11.50

    Services Available at License Vendors

    • IDNR Nonresident User Permits - $17.50

    2 Registration Exemptions

    Registration is not required for the following machines:

    • Owned by the United States, this state, or another state, or by a governmental subdivision thereof, and used for enforcement, search and rescue, or official research and studies, but not for recreational or commercial purposes.  

    Registration Decals and Iowa DNR User Permit Decals - Display

    • ATVs - The decal shall be affixed to the rear of the ATV so that the decal is clearly visible.
    • ORMs - The decal shall be affixed to the yoke of the steering column so that it is clearly visible without obstructing the vehicle identification number.
    • ORVs - The decal shall be affixed to the rear of the vehicle so that the decal is clearly visible.

    Ready to register your vehicle? You must have the following:

    • Bill of sale/Proof of ownership
    • Title (if applicable)
    • Registration 
    • Application for Boats, Snowmobiles, ATVs and ORVs  (Form #542-8067)  

    Where do I send my registration paperwork?
    New registration and renewals are sent to the county recorder in the county in which you reside. 
    Iowa County Recorders

    Have a vehicle that you are unable to obtain the proper paperwork (as listed above)? 
    Visit our vehicle or vessel bonding page for complete instructions and how to contact the DNR to start the bonding process.   

    List of Iowa ATV Dealers List of Iowa ATV Dealers

    Wanting to become an OHV Dealer? 
    Visit our Recreational Dealer Registration page to learn more about becoming an OHV dealer and to find the appropriate application.

    Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)


    Iowa All-Terrain Vehicle and Off-Highway Motorcycle Riding Areas

    Many Iowans enjoy riding Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) for recreation. Iowa has several OHV riding parks, many of which are managed by associations or municipal/county governments. The DNR provides law enforcement assistance for these areas. Riders should familiarize themselves with the laws and follow safety guidelines for OHVs in Iowa to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.


    Rules and Regulations

    ORV Park Rules [PDF]

    Designated On-road Routes
    Designated on-road routes are authorized by the authority of a local county or city. These ordinances determine location, equipment specifications, and other requirements. Check with the local authorities for more information about a specific designated on-road route.

    For more general information about county designated on-road routes, the Iowa State Association of Counties is an available resource. For more information, contact Lucas Beenken, Public Policy Specialist, 515-369-7016, [email protected]

    Resident machines must display a valid, current Iowa DNR registration decal and the registration certificate must be on the operator or machine.

    Nonresident machines must display a valid Iowa DNR nonresident user permit on the machine. If the home state requires registration, this must also be displayed on the machine.


    Iowa's OHV Parks

    • + Bluff Creek
    • + Gypsum City
    • + Lakeview
    • + Nicholson-Ford
    • + Rathbun
    • + River Valley
    • + Riverview
    • + Tama

    Alerts and Closures

    OHV parks are open year round. Alerts are only posted when limited use or closure is required.

    Nicholson-Ford OHV Park - Marshall County
    • Park Status: PARK CLOSED
    • Reason:Severe Storm Damage
    • Details: The Nicholson-Ford OHV Park is closed until further notice. Severe storm damage from the derecho toppled almost every tree. We are working to get a professional on-site to help us develop a plan for clean-up and reopening. Updates for the status of the park will be posted on this page. For your own safety, please do not attempt to ride in or access the park. It is signed closed and all attempts to access the area will be considered trespassing.
    • Posted: 5/1/2021 12:28:55 PM
     
    River Valley OHV Park - Pottawattamie County
    • Park Status: PARK CLOSED
    • Reason:Trail Hazards
    • Details: River Valley will remain closed while the Iowa Department of Natural Resources conducts a thorough review of the area to determine safe recreational activities that best fit the landscape on the Missouri River floodplain, given the area’s history of flooding and tree damage. In recent years the public area has sustained continued and extensive damage to its trees, OHV trails and levy from flooding and fire. The DNR understands that River Valley’s location next to a large population center makes it a valuable outdoor resource for the area. With that said, public safety is the top priority, and the DNR will work with local partners to determine future recreational activities that can be conducted in a safe manner.
    • Posted: 3/23/2021 8:13:27 AM
     
    Tama County OHV Park - Tama County
    • Park Status: OPEN
    • Reason:OPEN
    • Details: The Tama OHV Park is open for use
    • Posted: 6/9/2022 7:48:46 AM
     

    Online ATV Course

    Iowa ATV Safety Course - Get Started Now

    ATV riders in the state of Iowa (resident as well as nonresident) who are ages 12 through 17 are required to have taken, and passed, an ATV education course and have an education certificate in their possession when riding on public land, public ice, and designated ATV trails, if these areas are signed open to ATV use.





    Registration is not required for the following machines:

    Owned by the United States, this state, or another state, or by a governmental subdivision thereof, and used for enforcement, search and rescue, or official research and studies, but not for recreational or commercial purposes.

    • ATVs - The decal shall be affixed to the rear of the ATV so that the decal is clearly visible.
    • ORMs - The decal shall be affixed to the yoke of the steering column so that it is clearly visible without obstructing the vehicle identification number.
    • ORVs - The decal shall be affixed to the rear of the vehicle so that the decal is clearly visible.

    Visit our Recreational Dealer Registration page to learn more about becoming an OHV dealer and to find the appropriate application.

    + ATV Education Course and Certificate

    + ATV/OHV Trail Grant Program

    + Economic Impact of OHV Recreation in Iowa

    + OHV Registration and Renewal

    + OHV Registration Numbers by County

    + Operator Incident Report

    + Registration Decals and Iowa DNR User Permit Decals - Display

    + Registration Exemptions

    + Registration of a New or Transferred Machine

    + Services Available at a County Recorder's Office

    + Services Available at License Vendors

    + Special Events Calendar

    + Special Events Permitting

    + Wanting to become an OHV Dealer?

    • + YouTube - Proper Gear
    • + YouTube - Ride Within Your Skill Level
    • + YouTube - Never Ride Under the Influence

    Economic Impact of OHV Recreation in Iowa

    The Iowa Off-highway Vehicle Association (IOHVA) will be conducting an updated economic impact study of OHV recreation in Iowa. The last study was completed in 2007. 

    A total of 1,500 surveys will be sent to registered owners of OHVs, with a breakdown of 500 for all-terrain vehicle owners, 500 for off-road motorcycle owners, and 500 for off-road utility vehicle (side-by-sides) owners.

    This information will be valuable for showing where OHV money is invested in counties driving economic development, useful information for informed legislative decisions, and details needed when applying for grants for the OHV Program.

    This survey is being completed by the IOHVA. For more information or if you have questions, please contact Justin Rath, President, at [email protected]

    Bluff Creek OHV Park

    Look for the Alerts and Closures section on this page for park status updates.

      Google Map - Bluff Creek OHV Park  ORV Park Rules [PDF]

    Eddyville, Iowa (SW of Oskaloosa)
    Managed by Iowa Partners of NOHVCC
    Dale Witzenberg, 641-670-0240
    Open to ATV and Off-road Motorcycle Use

    Located in Mahaska County southwest of Oskaloosa. This is a 350-acre park with most of the area accessible for riding. The area is an abandoned coal mine that has been developed into a riding area. There are approximately 20 miles of trails, steep hill climbs, deep pits, and four motorcross tracks. One track is dedicated to novice and beginning riders. One track is extremely challenging and is often called the "gravity cavity".

    The park is open year round, but is closed when weather or trail conditions do not permit riding.

    Thirteen primitive camping sites are available, with flush toilets, shower stalls, and water spigots.

    A current registration is required for Iowa residents and a nonresident user permit is required for out-of-state riders. If registration is required in the nonresident home state, it must be displayed on the machine. The park is not currently signed open to ORV, or side-by-side, use.

    Amenities Within park:
    Camping - Nonelectric, Fishing, Parking, Picnic Shelter, Restrooms, Showers

    River Valley OHV Park

    Along the Missouri River in Council Bluffs
    Managed by the DNR

    THE PARK REMAINS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

    The OHV park will remain closed until further notice. Fire and several flooding events have occurred which has delayed addressing hazards. Cleanup work can only take place between November and March due to the Indiana Bat being present in the area. This, coupled with the weather conditions, has created a challenge for the DNR to find a time for potential contractors to evaluate the area on-site in safe conditions and form a plan of removal of the debris. The park has signage posted and all use of the park is restricted. Any violators will be charged with trespassing.

    Tama County OHV Park

    Look for the Alerts and Closures section on this page for park status updates.

      ORV Park Rules [PDF]

    Tama, Iowa
    Managed by Club S.P.O.R.T.
    http://www.clubsporttama.com/

    This 300-acre park is located in Tama County which features tight, wooded trails with some hills, a 15-mile perimeter trail, a kids' track, and a motorcross track. Camping features 10 electric campsites and 13 primitive campsites. This park is open to off-road motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle, and off-road utility vehicle use.

    Park is open year round, except when weather or trail conditions do not permit riding.

    Residents must display a current registration decal on their machine. Out-of-state riders must display a nonresident user permit. If the nonresident lives in a state which requires vehicle registration, then this machine must also display a current registration decal from the home state.

    Gypsum City OHV Park

    Look for the Alerts and Closures section on this page for park status updates.

      Gypsum City Park Map and Flyer [PDF]   Gypsum City Trails Map [PDF]   Gypsum City Campground Reservations  ORV Park Rules [PDF]

    Fort Dodge, Iowa (SE of Fort Dodge)
    Managed by Webster County Conservation Board
    515-576-4258
    Open to ATV, ORM, and ORV Use

    The Gypsum City OHV Park is located on the southeast corner of Fort Dodge. The park is approximately 800 acres in size and includes 60 miles of trails for use by ATVs, side-by-sides, and off-road motorcycles. The park also includes a 1.5 mile motocross track, a .4 mile kids' track, and a beginner circle track. Trails within the park range from open prairie for novice riders to heavily timbered areas for more advanced riders and include water crossings and mudding areas. Trail head signs within the park will indicate what machines are allowed on certain trails.

    An informational kiosk is located in the parking lot and at each phase entrance to help riders navigate the park. Some trails in the park have been closed and rerouted to improve riding experience.

    Park amenities include an open shelter with picnic tables and grill, men's and women's restrooms, and fishing ponds.

    Just in time for your summer planning, the campground at Gypsum City OHV Park is open for business. To reserve a camp site, go to www.mycountyparks. com. The campground offers both full-hook up and electric sites. Site amenities include water, electricity, sewer, picnic table, and grill. A men’s and women’s shower/restroom is also available. The campground will be open April 15 - October 15 annually.

    A current registration is required for Iowa residents and a nonresident user permit is required for out-of-state riders. If registration is required in the nonresident home state, it must be displayed on the machine. The park's official sign plan has been implemented. These signs indicate trail numbering, difficulty ratings, and vehicle-use type. As always, we encourage rider responsibility and assessment of abilities when choosing trails to enjoy.

    Tremendous effort has been invested in developing this riding area. Please stay on marked trails and follow all posted signs.

    Gypsum City OHV Park is located 2 miles southeast of Fort Dodge. To get to the park from U.S. Highway 20, take exit 124 north (P59). Go west on Mill Road, the park will be on your left.

    For campground reservations: www.mycountyparks.com

    Amenities Within park:
    Fishing, Parking, Picnic Shelter, Pit Toilets

    Lakeview OHV Park

    Look for the Alerts and Closures section on this page for park status updates.

      Google Map - Lakeview OHV Park   ORV Park Rules [PDF]

    Solon, Iowa (North of Iowa City)
    Managed by Lakeview Off-Road Riders
    Marck Dudrey, 319-936-0045, [email protected]

    The Lakeview OHV park has 160 acres of varying terrain. The park features an "A" level motorcross practice track, a "B" level motorcross practice track, an off-road utility vehicle practice track, a pit bike track, and two kiddie tracks. The tracks are designed to be used by both motorcycles and ATVs. There is also a very extensive trail network consisting of sand trails, mud trails, hard pack trails, some hill climbs, and single-track trails. There are restrooms on site. No camping is permitted. There are multiple state and federal campsites within a five mile radius of the park. The cities of Ely and Solon are each within five miles of the park and both communities offer places for food, fuel, and dining. Cedar Raids and Iowa City offer overnight accommodations. Park closes at dusk. Helmets are mandatory.

    The park is open year round, with the exception of when weather and trail conditions do not permit riding.

    Residents are required to display a current registration decal. Out-of-state riders are required to display a nonresident user permit. If the nonresident is from a state which requires vehicle registrations, then a current registration decal from the home state must also be displayed.

    The Lakeview OHV park offers something for everyone. From the beginning rider to the advanced rider, there is enough variety to keep things interesting for all skill levels. The park is maintained throughout the year to keep the riding area as safe as possible.

    Amenities Within park:
    Parking, Pit Toilets

    Riverview OHV Park

    Look for the Alerts and Closures section on this page for park status updates.

      Google Map - Riverview OHV Park  ORV Park Rules [PDF]

    Waterloo, Iowa
    Managed by Trailblazers Off-road Club
    http://www.trailblazersoffroadclub.com/

    This is a 180-acre park located in Black Hawk County along the Cedar River, which allows for scenic riverside trails. The park has two motorcross tracks, a four-mile perimeter track, and a pee wee track. ATVs, ORMs, and side-by-sides no wider than 65" are allowed to operate at the park.

    Park is open year round, except when weather or trail conditions do not permit riding.

    Resident operators must have a current registration decal displayed properly on the machine. Out-of-state riders must have a nonresident user permit affixed to their machine. If a nonresident lives in a state which requires registration, then their machine must also have a current registration decal from their home state affixed to the machine.

    Amenities Within park:
    Parking, Picnic Shelter, Pit Toilets

    Rathbun OHV Park

    Look for the Alerts and Closures section on this page for park status updates.

      Rathbun OHV Brochure [PDF]  ORV Park Rules [PDF]

    Plano, Iowa
    (SW arm of Lake Rathbun off of Highway 142)
    Managed by South Central Dirt Riders
    [email protected]

    The 125-acre Rathbun Off-Highway Vehicle Area (ROHVA) is located at 14230 Highway S70 in the northwest corner of Appanoose County. Established in an abandoned rock quarry in 1993, the park provides riders of registered ATVs, UTVs, and dirt bikes an impeccable riding experience for novice and seasoned riders alike. Trails, consisting of dirt and rock, follow the lay of the land meandering around trees, rocks, hills, and along the lakeshore. Most are wide enough to accommodate off-road utility vehicles. Trails for leisurely cruising or testing the skills of advanced riders await visitors to the park. ROHVA also features a practice track and a tot lot, which is fenced as a separate area for safety and can be monitored by parents.

    Helmets and current registrations are required to ride at the park. Decals must be affixed to the vehicle and registrations must be on the operator or the machine. Nonresidents can use the park with display of a current nonresident user permit.Passengers are only allowed on vehciles designed by the manufacturer to carry passengers, and vehicles cannot have more passengers than safety restraints, which are also required. Passengers in an ORV must be at least 10 years of age.

    The park is open year-round except for closure due to weather or trail conditions that do not permit riding, particularly during wet periods and whent the frost is coming out of the trails.

    Amenities Within park:
    Two shelters with picnic tables, two water hydrants, vault toilet, unloading/loading ramp, parking

    Amenities close to park:
    Lodging (Honey Creek Resort, cabins, hotels), camping, gas/fuel, food, restaurants

    Nicholson-Ford OHV Park

    Look for the Alerts and Closures section on this page for park status updates.

      Google Map - Nicholson-Ford OHV Park   ORV Park Rules [PDF]

    Marshalltown, Iowa
    Managed by Iowa River OHV Club

    Nicholson-Ford ia a 120-acre off-highway vehicle park open to off-road motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, and off-road utility vehicles. There are approximately 20 miles of tight, river-bottom, wooded trails for your enjoyment.

    A current registration is required for Iowa residents and a nonresident user permit is required for out-of-state riders. If registration is required in the nonresident home state, it must be displayed on the machine.

    Purchase from a Dealer:
    Dealers are required to collect the registration and title fees for a machine that is required to be registered. The dealer will issue to the purchaser a placard bearing the words "registration applied for" and space for the purchase date. The placard entitles the purchaser to operate the machine for 45 days immediately following the purchase while the registration is being processed.

    Purchase by private sale:
    The purchaser of a machine with a valid registration may operate it for 30 days immediately following the purchase without having completed a transfer of registration. If the registration is expired, the machine must be registered prior to operating the machine in areas where a registration is required.

    ALL MACHINES THAT ARE REGISTERED ARE REQUIRED TO BE TITLED. IF A LIEN IS PLACED ON A MACHINE, THAT MACHINE MUST BE TITLED. ONCE A MACHINE IS TITLED, IT IS ALWAYS TITLED.

    • All new registrations - $17.75
    • Renewals - $17.75
    • Iowa DNR Nonresident User Permits - $17.75
    • Duplicate registrations - $7.75
    • Titles - $11.50
    • Liens - $ 11.50

    The ANNUAL renewal period for registrations without penalty is September 1st through December 31st.

    Be sure to register your OHV. All newly owned machines, or machines not yet entered into the recreational vehicle and vessel registration system (RVVRS), must be registered through the County Recorder’s Office in the owner’s county of residence.

    To register you will need:

    • Bill of sale/Proof of ownership
    • New Vehicles - Manufacturers Statement of Origin
    • Used Vehicles - Vehicle Title (if applicable) and/or Registration
    • Application for Boats, Snowmobiles, ATVs and ORVs (Form #542-8067)

    Off-Highway Vehicles which have been entered into RVVRS may be renewed through a County Recorder's Office or the Iowa DNR Online License and Registration site. You will need to provide your DNR customer number, which is printed on your vehicle registration.

    Iowa DNR Nonresident User permits can be purchased through the Iowa DNR Online License System. Permits purchased online will be delivered via USPS mail in 5 - 10 business days.

    DNR Online License and Registration Sales:

    • Registration renewals for ATVs, ORVs, and ORMs may be renewed through the Iowa DNR Online License System.
    • Registration and decal will be delivered via USPS mail delivery in 5 - 10 business days.

    The State of Iowa administers a grant program for the acquisition and development of all-terrain vehicles (ATV), off-road motorcycles (ORM), and off-road utility vehicles (ORV) trails and the upkeep and maintenance of designated OHV parks in the state. This program is funded from vehicle registration fees. Fees are placed into an account and can be used for the development of riding areas, trail maintenance, equipment purchases, operation and maintenance of sites and equipment, insurance, and land acquisition.

    Who May Apply?

    • Political subdivisions
    • Incorporated private organizations

    When to Apply
    ATV applications (1 original, 5 copies if submitting paper copies and one original if submitting electronic copies) must be received in the DNR offices on or before the close of business (4:30 pm) on February 1st annually.

    How to Apply 
    Applications are provided:

    • All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Grant Application - Coming Soon
    • Example ATV Park Development Plan
    • ATV Grant Rules

    Mail to:

    OHV Program Contact
    Iowa Department of Natural Resources
    502 E. 9th Street
    Des Moines, IA  50319
    Jessica Flatt, [email protected], 515-975-8569

    Whenever an ATV, ORM, or ORV is involved in an accident resulting in injury or death to any person or property damage amounting to $1,500 or more, the operator of the vehicle or a person acting for the operator shall immediately notify the county sheriff or another law enforcement agency in the state.

    If the accident occurred on public land, a designated riding area, a designated riding trail, or ice under the jurisdiction of the Natural Resource Commission, the operator shall file a report of the accident with the Department of Natural Resources within 72 hours. The report shall be on DNR Form 542-8093.

    All reports shall be submitted to the Iowa DNR State Parks Bureau, 502 E 9th Street, Des Moines, Iowa, 50319-0034, and shall include a full description of the collision, occurrence, or other casualty. If you have any questions, please call the DNR Des Moines Office at 515-725-8200.

    Operator Incident Report Form: 542-8093

    ATV riders in the state of Iowa who are ages 12 through 17 are required to have taken and passed an ATV education course and have an education certificate in their possession when riding on public land, public ice, and designated riding areas and trails, if these areas are signed open to ATV use. This also applies to nonresident riders. The focus of the DNR ATV Education Program is to provide an education course that reduces the rate of accidents, injuries, property damage, and fatalities, while at the same time promoting the development of environmental stewards by educating our students about environmental concerns, energy conservation and proper maintenance of ATVs, and promoting the practice of only riding in legal areas and with landowner permission. ATVCourse.com The DNR has collaborated with Fresh Air Educators to make an online certification offering available for the ATV Education Program. The curriculum underwent a thorough review with industry leaders as well as representatives from numerous state agencies responsible for ATV safety education. State-specific information regarding riding opportunities, laws, and regulations is a component of the course.

    This is a managed course which features interactive exercises for students as well as narrated content to assist with different learning styles. The study guide is free to all users, as well as Chapter 1 of the course. In order to progress past Chapter 1, students will be required to register for the course. The course fee is $34.95, which includes the $5 DNR fee for the education certificate. Students must pass a chapter quiz in order to progress to the next chapter and must pass a final exam with 80% accuracy to earn their certificate. There is no riding component for this course.

    Topics covered by the course include, but are not limited to, parts of the machine and how they work, riding positions and when to use them, safety gear, personal responsibility, and conservation principles.

    Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to download their ATV Education Certificate and be ready to hit the trails. Students must be 12 or older to earn their ATV education certificate through ATVCourse.com.


    When individuals and groups want to use public land and water for events, they must apply for use of that resource through the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. These events are compiled by the Special Events System and are displayed on a calendar of events and can be searched by type, location, and date.

    To find events which may be of interest to you, please go to https://programs.iowadnr.gov/specialevents/.

    The Department may authorize the holding of organized special events at the designated OHV parks as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 321I. The Department shall issue permits which address the conduct of special events and shall designate the equipment and facilities necessary for the safe operation of OHVs and for the safety of operators, participants, and observers in the special events. Endurance races, head-to-head competition, and nonmotorized events will not be permitted. A special event shall not be conducted without written authorization of the Department.

    Residents participating in a special event must display a current registration on their vehicles. Nonresidents must display a valid, Iowa nonresident user permit on their vehicles.

    At least 30 days before the scheduled date of a special event, an application must be filed with the DNR using the Special Events web-based application found at https://programs.iowadnr.gov/specialevents/.

    For more information, contact DNR Customer Service: 515-725-8200 or [email protected].

    Iowa DNR Nonresident User Permits - $17.50

    How to change gears on an ATV - ATVARMOR

    Articles

    • Published bakkie

    02 Dec

    Any wheeled vehicle - from a bicycle to a multi-ton truck - has a transmission in its device: a system that transmits rotation from the engine to the wheels. The operation of the transmission - and therefore the speed of driving - can be controlled by shifting gears.

    Gear shifting is organized differently in each mode of transport. In the article below, we will tell you exactly how to shift gears on ATVs, and what gearboxes are found on such equipment.

    Types of gearboxes for ATVs and a list of gears in them

    Gearboxes for ATVs can be of two types:

    1. Mechanical. Similar to motorcycle gearboxes. They are put mainly on racing models, but in recent years they have also begun to be found on utility ATVs. They have a foot clutch or clutch with a lever on the steering wheel (in most cases it is), and a foot shifter. Manual transmission usually has 4 “forward” gears, neutral and reverse.
    2. CVT. They have high and low (L and H) forward gears, neutral, reverse and parking brake. Some ATVs (the cheapest and least powerful) can have only one forward gear. You don't need to depress the clutch to shift.

    Rare and mostly found in older models, but other variations can be found. For example - "automatic" with the ability to manually shift gears.

    Manual ATVs are a little more difficult to drive (at least at first, until you get used to it), but you can more accurately select the appropriate mode. And vice versa: CVT "boxes" are much easier to operate, they are easy to master for a beginner who gets behind the wheel of an ATV for the first time. But on the other hand, with active driving along a route with variable difficulty, riding a CVT will be a little less convenient.

    For example: you are driving on a flat packed dirt road on H and you see a large stretch of muddy road ahead with deep mud (or a steep hill, or bumps, or stones). You will have to come to a complete stop and shift to L, drive through mud, and when you get back on a dry road, come to a complete stop again and shift back to H. , like motorcycles, and a manual clutch lever on the handlebar on the left.

    The foot lever device can be of two types:

    1. One lever. Gear shifting is carried out with the toe of the foot, pressing the lever from top to bottom (gears from 1 and above) or from bottom to top - from a higher gear to a lower one.
    2. Two levers. Gear shifting is carried out by the heel and toe of the left foot. The rear lever shifts gears up, the front lever shifts down.

    The shift itself is carried out in the same way as on motorcycles:

    1. We start the ATV (always in neutral or park gear).
    2. Fully depress the clutch.
    3. Press the gear lever with your foot, selecting the first gear.
    4. Slightly press down on the gas trigger and at the same time slowly release the clutch lever. When learning on any type of transport with a manual transmission (car, motorcycle, truck), this point is the most difficult, and it can only be gained by practice, catching the balance in working with the clutch and gas. If you have experience driving any vehicle with a manual transmission, you will quickly get used to an ATV with such a gearbox.
    5. Having completely released the clutch, we move only with the help of gas, adding or decreasing it (and, if necessary, braking with a foot or hand brake).
    6. Having gained speed, we squeeze the clutch again, and turn on the next gear with our foot.
    7. Press the gas trigger and slowly release the clutch.
    8. Repeat steps 6-7 for further upshifts.
    9. If the gear needs to be reduced, we act in the same order: we squeeze the clutch, and press the gearshift lever with our foot to reduce the gear.

    When exactly to switch speeds up and down is determined by the tachometer, speed, road complexity, weight of the load taken and the characteristics of the ATV itself (power, weight).

    CVT gear shifting

    CVT gearboxes are much more common on ATVs. The clutch in them does not need to be squeezed out, and the “mode” of driving forward is selected from two (most often) options: in high (suitable for driving on an easy route) or in low (for difficult sections, steep climbs and towing) gears.

    An important difference from driving in a manual transmission: switching between L and H is carried out only when the ATV is completely stopped, with the brake applied. To select a mode, move the knob to the desired position. Switching between L and H on the go is impossible.

    The rest of the gears - park, neutral and reverse - of course, are also included when the ATV is standing still.

    TOP 25 tips for ATV || Articles on ATVs and Snowmobiles

    1. Do not drink alcohol while driving an ATV or a snowmobile. The consequences can be dire.

    2. Do not park in reverse or forward gear, always put the ATV's shift lever in P.

    3. Try not to use the ATV's emergency brakes while standing, you may put your body on the throttle and make the situation worse.

    4. When unwinding the winch cable, use the electric drive, not the drum lock. Do not unwind the winch by hand and it will last a long time, especially the WARN winch.

    5. When packing items in the trunk, especially a thermos or food, fill any remaining empty space with rags or something useful. Take extra clothes, shoes, gloves, rope, etc. There should be no free space in the case. Otherwise, everything will be broken, scattered and damaged.

    6. Drive on asphalt with rear wheel drive only. Drive on the ground only in full drive. Be sure to downshift L before mud, large puddle, swamp, etc.

    7. BRP Can-Am owners, do not get carried away with slipping, try to move in tension or propulsion. Skidding - back up or use a winch. The variator belt will "say" you thank you.

    8. Do not ride the Yamaha Grizzly together with a loaded case. The grizzly becomes very unstable and easily flips back. Over time, the frame bursts. Grizlik is a single-seat ATV!

    9. Do not ride the ATV alone, especially in the woods and off-road. The ATV rolls over easily and can crush the rider with its weight. The weight of the ATV is from 350 to 500 kg, it is difficult to get out from under it without help.

    10. Always wear a helmet. It's not even a matter of falling, in the forest you can be hit on the head by a branch or a stone that has flown out from under the wheels of the ATV in front.

    11. Do not fly at speed into an unfamiliar puddle, there may be a step, a pit, a stone, a log.

    12. Do not force an unfamiliar ford without checking. Walk it on foot first and check the depth.

    13. When driving out of a puddle, ditch, pit, or just driving over a hill, do not step on the gas abruptly, especially if the ATV is on rear wheel drive. The ATV may roll over backwards and crush you.

    14. Always clean the muffler and drive boots from peat and dirt, especially before leaving the road after the swamp and mud. When the muffler is heated at high speeds, peat particles can ignite and cause a fire.

    15. If the ATV sinks in the water, and there is no chance to leave, you need to turn off the engine in time. Repairing a disabled engine will cost less.

    16. Use beadlock discs if you're riding in the mud. With beadlocks, the risk of “taking off your shoes” is minimal, in addition, on some tires, such as Assassinator or Cryptid, punctures are not terrible and you can drive with zero pressure to a garage or tire fitting even on asphalt, no consequences for the tires will come.

    17. Do not trust homemade snorkels from the plumbing range, such plastic is not designed for vibration and heat.

    18. Never stop the ATV in water or mud unless it sinks. After driving out of the mud or water, blow the muffler mesh, put the gearbox in neutral and turn on the gas.

    19. Be sure to wear goggles in the woods with a cross helmet. The branch can get under the visor and further into the face and eyes.

    20. Always carry a first aid kit, clamps, adhesive tape, drinking water, etc. with you. Detailed list of required items.

    21. Be sure to unwind and dry the winch cable after use, in the garage or in the parking lot.

    22. Do not use a straight-through muffler without a controller, it is not good for the engine, and the temperature of an unadjusted muffler and exhaust will usually exceed all acceptable limits, which will lead to plastic melting and other damage.

    23. When arranging a barbecue with friends at the dacha or at home, do not let them ride a quad bike. Something will definitely be broken and perhaps relationships with friends will be ruined. With rare exceptions, this is exactly what happens.

    24. When transporting the ATV on a trailer, do not secure it with a winch cable, as this will damage the winch over time. Use special cables, rope, tie-down straps, etc., but not a winch.

    25. Be careful in the forest in spring, after winter there are various traps, spikes, nails, stretched wire, etc. in the forest. The reasons for the appearance of these items are different, now we will not talk about it. Be attentive and careful!

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