ATV or MXF off-road motorcycle: where to start

ATV or off-road motorcycle? The answer depends on how you want to enjoy the trail. An ATV is more stable, carries a passenger and cargo, and works for both leisure and farm work. An off-road motorcycle is more agile, demands more technique and is for riders who want to ride and progress on the trail. At Soma Sports in Carpina, Pernambuco (Brazil), an authorized MXF dealer, you'll find both options brand-new and can talk to people who know the subject before deciding.

Since September 2026, Soma has been an official MXF dealer, with brand-new motorcycles and ATVs, guaranteed origin and warranty, special conditions and payment in up to 18 installments on credit cards. In this guide you'll see the differences between the two types of vehicle, the models that have arrived at the store and what to consider when getting started off-road in the Mata Norte region of Pernambuco.

What is the difference between an ATV and an off-road motorcycle?

Both are built to leave the pavement behind, but the experience is quite different.

ATV: stability, a passenger and work

• Four wheels and more stability: it feels safer for beginners and for family rides.
• Mixed use: it works for trails, leisure rides and everyday tasks on farms and ranches.
• Comfort: models like the MXF FOX 250 EFI come with a CVT automatic transmission with reverse, a passenger backrest and a rear rack.

Off-road motorcycle: agility and riding skill

• Lighter and more agile: it gets into narrow, technical trails where an ATV can't go.
• Demands technique: balance, clutch and gear work and reading the terrain are part of the fun.
• Room to grow: it's the choice for riders who want to ride, train and take on increasingly challenging trails with the crew.

MXF ATVs at Soma Sports

With the authorized dealership, brand-new MXF ATVs became part of the store's lineup. These are the models that have already appeared in Soma's posts:

MXF FOX 250 EFI

Designed for trails, farms and leisure, the FOX 250 EFI has a 250 cc engine with electronic fuel injection and electric start, a CVT automatic transmission with reverse, 4x2 drive, independent front suspension and hydraulic disc brakes front and rear. It also features a digital dashboard, an LED headlight with an auxiliary LED bar, a front electric winch, a passenger backrest and a rear rack. It's the model for those who want comfort and versatility.

MXF BRAX 125 FI

The BRAX 125 FI is a modern, agile ATV with a 125 cc engine and electronic fuel injection, a sporty and rugged design, ready for different terrains. A gateway for anyone who wants to get started with ATVs.

MXF off-road motorcycles at Soma Sports

MXF Attack 125 EFI

With electronic fuel injection, an aggressive look and plenty of fun, the 2026 Attack 125 EFI was presented by Soma as perfect for anyone who wants to get started in the off-road world with style and confidence. If it's your first trail bike, this is where the conversation should start.

MXF 270 FI

For those who want more performance, the MXF 270 FI delivers 28 hp, a 4-stroke engine with Bosch electronic fuel injection, a 6-speed gearbox, electric start, adjustable inverted front suspension, 21" and 18" wheels with Kenda tires, and an LED dashboard and headlight. It's a motorcycle ready for more demanding trails.

See all the models and brands on the motorized off-road page and the dealership launch video in Soma in Action.

How to choose where to start off-road

Before visiting the store, answer these questions. They help the team recommend the right vehicle:

1. What will you use it for? Family leisure and farm work point to an ATV; trail riding and technique point to a motorcycle.
2. Will you carry someone? If you plan to ride with a passenger, an ATV with a backrest is the better fit.
3. What is your experience? Beginners usually feel safer on an ATV or on an entry-level motorcycle such as the Attack 125 EFI.
4. Where will you ride? Narrow trails call for agility; dirt roads and rural properties favor the ATV.

Safety gear comes with it

Whatever you choose, a helmet and off-road gear are essential. At the store you'll find helmets such as the Helt Cross and trail goggles in the helmets and accessories section.

Pre-owned vehicles and the kids' line

Besides brand-new vehicles, from time to time Soma has inspected pre-owned ones, with hours of use disclosed, from brands such as KTM, GasGas, Kawasaki and Can-Am. And for the little ones, the store also carries kids' ATVs in its kids' bikes line. Check out all the brands the store carries on the Brands page.

Talk to Soma Sports

The best way to decide is to see the vehicle up close, sit on it and ask the team your questions. Available models, prices and conditions change often, so message us on WhatsApp before you come. The store is at Av. Congresso Eucarístico Internacional, 1070, Santa Cruz, Carpina/PE, and serves customers from across the region.

Chat on WhatsApp with Soma Sports and choose your MXF.