Why The Ramps? Are They Afraid of Damaging Something? + Video

"Don't put a scratch on it!"
Clearly this Can-Am Maverick has been ridden hard and put away wet. We certainly get the idea of not damaging things worse than they already are, but do these guys really think dropping 8 or 10 inches off this trailer will make a difference at this point?
ATV.com recommends UTV drivers always wear a helmet and other protective gear when behind the wheel.