ATVs & Side-by-Sides: warranties compared

5 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.

The short version

4 of 5 brands cover ATVs & side-by-sides in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 18 months, from Tracker Off Road. 2 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends.

Every brand, side by side

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
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#BrandWarranty ScoreFull and partial coveragePurchase5 yrs10 yrs+
1Tracker Off Road27 / 100Full: 18 monthsNo partial coverage
2Polaris21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
3Can-AmVaries by model lineCheck your model's manual16 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
4Arctic Cat13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole vehicle; Accessories
5CFMOTO13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole vehicle; Drive belt, brakes, tires and other wear parts; Battery, spark plugs and filters

From each maker's published warranty. “Unverified” means we couldn't confirm the terms on the maker's own site. How we rate warranties

The fine print, decoded

What these warranties often leave out

  • Normal wear and tear2 of 5 brands
  • Water damage2 of 5 brands
  • Accidental breaks and misuse1 of 5 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for ATVs & side-by-sides.

  1. WalmartMost items90 days
  2. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
  3. Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for ATVs & side-by-sides where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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Questions shoppers ask

Which brand of ATVs & side-by-sides has the best warranty?

On paper, Tracker Off Road scores highest, with 18 months of full coverage.

Is a long warranty on ATVs & side-by-sides really that long?

Often not for the whole product. Many longer warranties cover only certain parts after the first year or two, and you usually pay for the labor. The bars above show full and partial coverage separately.

Do I need to register to get the warranty?

1 of 5 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.

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