If you don't have the luxury of owning a trailer that has a drop-down door to serve as a ramp, owning a set of ramps is a must-have for any ATV enthusiast.
First off, decide what ramps are best. There are nonfolding and folding designs with bifold and trifold variations of the latter. Material choices are either lightweight aluminum or steel. If you go for aluminum, don't be shocked at the price tag. The lighter they are, the more you'll pay. The other factor to consider is length. For tall trucks, longer ramps will mean less of an angle to climb, making it a little easier. Here we're using a $199.95 89-inch aluminum pair from Great Day Inc. (866/649-1918; www.greatdayinc.com) that support 1500 pounds combined. Sure, you can find ramps almost anywhere, from Home Depot to auto parts stores. Just remember: Cheaper may be nice on the wallet but not on your back as you load and unload.
Whatever version you choose, the basics are the same when it comes to putting the machine into the truck. Here is a easy how-to on the simplicity of loading into a pickup.