Why One Teryx Owner Chose to List – Instead of Sell – on Side by Side Share

In 2022, Brandon stood at a crossroads with his 2021 Kawasaki Teryx 4 S.

The vehicle was still in great condition and he loved taking it out on the trails, but he simply wasn’t riding it enough.

Between family commitments and an upcoming move, the plan to sell made perfect sense – until he met his neighbor Alex – who, ironically, was the founder of Side by Side Share.

In typical founder-mode speak, Alex suggested, “If you’re just going to sell it, why not try listing it first?”

Brandon took one look at how often Alex’s machine was being booked – week in, week out – and realized there was real money to be made.

Suddenly, parting ways with his Teryx felt premature.

From ‘For Sale’ to First Booking

Before fully yanking the “For Sale” sign off his 2021 Kawasaki Teryx 4 S, Brandon decided to run a quick experiment. He’d list it on Side by Side Share for a couple of months to gauge interest. And if it flopped, he could always circle back to Craigslist.

But it didn’t flop.

“It only took maybe a week or two to get my first booking,” Brandon recalls. “And from the beginning of August to December that year, I made around $5,000.”

By the end of his second year on the platform, Brandon had surpassed $18,000 in total earnings – well over the $13,500 he initially hoped to sell the Teryx for.

Better yet, he eventually recouped his entire original purchase price of $17,500, proving that sometimes the smartest move isn’t to sell, but to share.

A Family-Friendly Niche

One big reason Brandon’s listing thrived? The Kawasaki Teryx 4 S isn’t exactly a dune-shredding speed demon.

It’s more of a comfortable, utility-focused ride – perfect for:

• Parents taking kids out for a casual trail run
• Couples who want an easy-going day trip without pushing the machine to its limits
• Beginner off-roaders seeking a safe way to explore local scenic spots
• Hunters looking for a no-fuss ride from the lodge and into the woods – especially come late summer and fall

By crafting a description that emphasized family, fun, and safety, Brandon zeroed in on a low-risk, high-volume renter base. And it worked.

At one point, the same father-and-son duo booked his machine twice in a single month.

And once hunting season rolled around, he noticed more outdoorsmen gravitating to his listing – drawn by the Teryx’s accessibility and built-in cargo bed.

“It’s quite funny, I know,” Brandon recalls. “My listing didn’t have all the bells and whistles like some of the others, but I was able to still attract a wide range of renters with barely any extra effort.”

Money Logic

Brandon’s journey as a host is a textbook example of how to monetize an underused vehicle without giving it up entirely:

1. He ran the numbers
In plain math, renting beat selling – by a wide margin:

• For-Sale Price: $13,500
• Two-Year Rental Earnings: $18,000+

2. Pricing Strategies
Brandon was a pioneer of multi-day discount pricing on Side by Side Share, long before we even developed the feature:

“Even before the platform had multi-day discounts built in, I offered them. I’d just adjust my nightly rate manually.”

Why? Brandon discovered that booking two or more nights boosted his overall earnings. Then, by offering discounts for multi-day rentals, Brandon made it easier for families to justify a weekend trip (or even longer) while keeping maintenance costs down.

3. Seasonal Adjustments
Brandon also played around with pricing based on simple supply and demand:

• Busy Summer Months? Slightly higher rates
• Off-Peak Season? Reduced prices to stay competitive in a more crowded market

4. Practical Upgrades
After moving from Saratoga Springs to Cedar Fort, he realized it wasn’t as conveniently located for many renters. To make it up, Brandon recently added a delivery option to let people get the Teryx right where they wanted to ride – no extra hassle.

Balancing Ownership & Income

By listing instead of selling, Brandon kept a machine he genuinely enjoyed – without the financial stress:

• He can still ride on the weekends or holidays (when the Teryx isn’t rented).
• He makes enough to cover maintenance, and eventually contribute to his next big goal – buying a new home.
• He knows that if a renter ever damages the vehicle, Side by Side Share has his back with a built-in Vehicle Protection Plan.

From “Host” to “Helping Others”

Brandon’s success was so convincing that when the Side by Side Share team expanded, he jumped on board to help new owners navigate the listing process.

As part of the operations team, he guides newcomers through everything from setting up their listings to optimizing prices for their local market.

If you’ve ever emailed or called Side by Side Share with questions, there’s a good chance you’ve spoken to Brandon.

Ready to List Instead of Sell?

Brandon’s story proves that sometimes hanging onto your UTV is the smarter move – especially if you can cover your costs by leasing it out.

If you’re thinking of selling, ask yourself:

• Do I still enjoy the occasional ride?
• Could I benefit from extra income right now?
• Is my machine in good enough shape to attract repeat renters?
• Can I afford an hour or two on the weekends to meet with renters and/or drop-off the vehicle?

If the answer is yes, listing might be more profitable than letting it go on a used marketplace – particularly if you’re worried about lowball offers or a flooded market.

Get Started Today

Just like Brandon, you can:

• Create a Listing (free of charge)
• Set a Nightly Rate (and consider multi-day discounts)
• Watch the Inquiries Roll In – or advertise your listing with a simple link on local forums or Facebook Marketplace.

In a couple of seasons, you might just find you’ve covered your entire purchase cost and still have your beloved UTV in the garage – ready for any spontaneous adventures that come your way.