text:  Heading out into the wild on an ATV or off-road vehicle this summer? Stay safe with these essential tips. Start by making sure you have the proper safety gear. Must-haves include a good helmet, eye protection, and protective clothing. You also want to make sure you never overload your ride, either with gear or with passengers. So never have more riders on a vehicle than the manufacturer guidelines suggest. And when it comes to young riders, it's important that drivers are age and size appropriate for their ride. Part of being safe on an ATV is knowing where to ride.