Pocket Bikes - What Are They And Why Should You Care?

By Greg Warner

People spend money on all kinds of crazy things these days. One of the latest is that of mini motorcycles, or pocket bikes. These tiny bikes are good for not only children but also adults. They're even races now using pocket bikes which are somewhat of a major hit in Japan and even the US. The best thing of all about pocket bikes is that they are fairly cheap and you can get some as low as $200. In the following article I will explain features a pocket bikes and how you can obtain one for yourself.

You can get pocket bikes in all different shapes and sizes. Their engine sizes range from as small as 49cc to around 110cc for the racing variety. Depending on what you will be using them for, the smaller size or the larger size might be best. Obviously if you won't be doing any racing you can save yourself quite a bit of money by going with a smaller pocket bike.

You have to be careful with pocket bikes because the mini bikes are not exactly street legal in most states. But you can freely use them on dirt tracks or go kart racing courses and around your neighborhood. Most pocket bikes lack the safety features available in most full-size motorcycles. If you do decide to go racing then please make sure that you wear full safety gear including a full-size helmet. Pocket bikes may seem like toys but they most certainly are not. In fact they can be more dangerous than a full sized bike if you don't know what you're doing.

If you're looking to race these mini bikes you should be aware of the other type of pocket bike which is called the super pocket bike. Super pocket bikes, or pocket rockets as they are sometimes called, are highly modified racing vehicles that are used for racing obviously. The bad thing about these types of bikes is that they can be quite expensive. Depending on the quality of the manufacture and how many modifications are made it can be anywhere from $4,000 to over $10,000 for a single super pocket rocket.

The best place to buy pocket bikes are either online at several different stores that sell pocket bikes and will deliver them straight to your home or you can try the various dealerships around the country. Make sure you ask all your questions before you take the plunge and purchase one. Most dealers will be more than happy dance any questions you might have.

If you will follow the advice listed above then you'll be well on your way to buying your own minibike which is fun for your whole family. Just make sure that you understand the different pocket bike features and ask any of your questions they you buy have before you take the plunge. - 30406

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What Are Pocket Bikes And Why Should You Care?

By Greg Warner

People spend money on all kinds of crazy things these days. One of the latest is that of mini motorcycles, or pocket bikes. These tiny bikes are good for not only children but also adults. They're even races now using pocket bikes which are somewhat of a major hit in Japan and even the US. The best thing of all about pocket bikes is that they are fairly cheap and you can get some as low as $200. In the following article I will explain features a pocket bikes and how you can obtain one for yourself.

Most pocket bikes are in the range of the 50cc engine size but some can go as high as 110cc. Obviously the race variety is on the higher side of the scale. Pocket bikes make use of adjustable rear swing arm suspension that allows them to make very tight turns so close to the ground. Also most have the majority of the features on most full-sized bikes. For example headlights and the like.

You have to be careful with pocket bikes because the mini bikes are not exactly street legal in most states. But you can freely use them on dirt tracks or go kart racing courses and around your neighborhood. Most pocket bikes lack the safety features available in most full-size motorcycles. If you do decide to go racing then please make sure that you wear full safety gear including a full-size helmet. Pocket bikes may seem like toys but they most certainly are not. In fact they can be more dangerous than a full sized bike if you don't know what you're doing.

There's also another variety of pocket bikes known as super pocket bikes which are just highly modified pocket bikes used for racing. A big trend in the pocket bike community is buying a regular pocket bike and modifying it with several improvements which increase the speed by quite a bit. But if you're in the market for a super pocket bike straight out of the dealership be aware that the price difference is quite a bit more. Some are even over the $5,000 range.

You have two choices when it comes to buying pocket bikes really: buy online or buy in the store. Buying online is obviously the easier of the two but for those who like to look at all the different mini pocket bikes and their options beforehand, buying in store is generally a good choice. Also buying in a store is great for those who have questions. Most store owners will be more than happy to answer any questions you might have beforehand.

If you will follow the advice listed above then you'll be well on your way to buying your own minibike which is fun for your whole family. Just make sure that you understand the different pocket bike features and ask any of your questions they you buy have before you take the plunge. - 30406

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Pocket Bikes - What Are They And Why Should You Care?

By Greg Warner

People spend money on all kinds of crazy things these days. One of the latest is that of mini motorcycles, or pocket bikes. These tiny bikes are good for not only children but also adults. They're even races now using pocket bikes which are somewhat of a major hit in Japan and even the US. The best thing of all about pocket bikes is that they are fairly cheap and you can get some as low as $200. In the following article I will explain features a pocket bikes and how you can obtain one for yourself.

Pocket bikes come in several different engine sizes with most ranging around the 50cc area but they go as high as 110cc. The racing variety obviously is on the higher side of the scale. But you can use any of the sizes for recreation if you so wish. Most pocket bikes have adjustable rear swing-arm suspension which allows them to make tight turns so low to the ground.

When you do finally get your own pocket bike, you need to make sure that you are very careful. In most states and countries pocket bikes aren't really street legal. That is say you cannot officially register a pocket bike as a vehicle with a VIN number. The best places to ride your pocket bike is that a dirt track or go kart racing course but you can also use them right in your neighborhood if they allow it. Another important thing to be aware of is that you need aware full safety gear when riding your bike especially a full-size helmet. Looking at a pocket bike you might think it is just a toy but in reality they can be quite dangerous if you get in a crash. You need to take the full safety measures that you would with a full-size motorcycle.

If you're looking to race these mini bikes you should be aware of the other type of pocket bike which is called the super pocket bike. Super pocket bikes, or pocket rockets as they are sometimes called, are highly modified racing vehicles that are used for racing obviously. The bad thing about these types of bikes is that they can be quite expensive. Depending on the quality of the manufacture and how many modifications are made it can be anywhere from $4,000 to over $10,000 for a single super pocket rocket.

If you want to buy a pocket bike without much effort you can try one of the many online stores that sell pocket bikes today. Just watch out for cheap manufacturers and low quality parts that some of these stores have in stock. If you can try to go with a Italian model versus a Chinese model. Not that Chinese models are always bad its just that Italian manufacturers generally produce higher quality bikes.

If you will follow the advice listed above then you'll be well on your way to buying your own minibike which is fun for your whole family. Just make sure that you understand the different pocket bike features and ask any of your questions they you buy have before you take the plunge. - 30406

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