Testdrives?

I have never been offered a testdrive even though I am serious about buying me a new ATV. Several of you have mentioned that you have test drove several models of ATVs. Did the dealer let you have a testdrive or did someone else own the ATV? Will a dealer let me test the machine in his parking lot if I ask and am serious about buying the machine that day? I am going to buy a new one very soon and don't really want to spend between $5000. to $6500. without even testing the machine first. Do I need to ask for the testdrive or do the dealers that offer this ask you?

I would tell the dealer that you would like to drive one if your willing to drop 5000-6500 in his pocketbook.I have just mentioned it to several dealers and they do not seem to hesitate to get you set up for a test drive.The only problem is it's not real world expierience in a parking lot if you know what I mean.Try to find a buddy or someone you know who has one that your interested in and drive it out in the (real) world,and ask them some questions?Which type of wheeler are you interested in?4x4,2x4 Utility,sport?there are other websites to look at the wheelers your interested in to narrow it down a bit also.Good Luck!!