Buying
How to choose an overland ATV
1-up vs 2-up, engine size, rack capacity, fuel range, power steering and factory winch: how to narrow the field using our model database.
Quick answer
For loaded multi-day trips most riders want 570cc or more, electronic power steering, at least about 5 gallons of fuel, rack ratings near 100/200 lb or more, and a factory winch or winch-ready bumper. Choose a 2-up (Touring/MAX/TRV) model only if you will really carry a passenger; they are longer and heavier.
What to look at
- Width: trails marked 50 inches or less are ATV (quad) trails, and most quads are about 43 to 50 inches wide. A few are wider, so check the Width column. Show quads 50 in or less → Show models over 50 in →
- Seating: 2-up models (CFMOTO Touring/Overland, Polaris Touring, Can-Am MAX, Arctic Cat TRV) have a raised passenger seat and are longer. See 2-up models →
- Engine: 450-600cc is plenty for single riders on moderate trails; 800-1000cc helps with a passenger, sand and altitude.
- Rack ratings and payload: they cap how much camp you can bring.
- Fuel: from about 3.4 to 6.9 gallons across our database.
- EPS: electronic power steering reduces fatigue over long days.
- Factory winch / receiver: saves money and wiring time.
- Dealer support near where you ride matters more than a spec-sheet win.
Overland-oriented examples
Official manufacturer figures where verified; Kawasaki fuel capacity from ATV.com.
| Model | Seats | Racks F/R (lb) | Fuel (gal) | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFMOTO CFORCE 1000 Overland (2026) | 2 | 99 / 198 | 6.9 | $11,799 |
| Polaris Sportsman Touring XP 1000 Trail (2026) | 2 | 120 / 240 | 5.25 | $15,999 |
| Can-Am Outlander MAX XT-P 1000R (2026) | 2 | 120 / 240 | 5.1 | $18,349 |
| Kawasaki Brute Force 750 EPS (2026) | 1 | 88 / 176 | 5.0 | $11,499 |
MSRP excludes destination/freight and setup. Sources on each model page. Use the compare tool to line up any three models.
Sources
- Model database sources
- CFMOTO CFORCE 1000 Overland (official)
- Polaris Sportsman Touring XP 1000 Trail (official)
- Can-Am Outlander MAX XT-P 1000R spec sheet (official PDF)
Researched Oct 25, 2026. Rules, specs and prices change; confirm with the source.