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All about pit bikes by Jaydenhenry
If you are unaware of what a pit bike is, it is basically a small motorcycle, traditionally used for travelling form pit to pit on a racetrack. Pit bikes started out in the 1960’s and have got progressively more popular in the years since. They are popular due to their great fun design that has developed from their original inception into what we know and love today.
Space saving
They are ideal for those with limited space to store a fully sized motorbike, as well as being far cheaper to run than their fully sized counterpart. Pit bikes can effectively be stored in the hallway or living room of a house, meaning that space is never an issue. Additionally, they can be transported easily without need for a trailer or tow bar attachment, often fitting in the boot or on the back seat of most cars.
Pit bikes vary in size and power, with engines sizes starting at around 4hp to 5hp and going up to around 20hp for the powerful racing varieties. The 2 stroke versions are known for their great acceleration and high revving engines, meaning that they accelerate brilliantly, but have a low top speed. This in turn means that they are unsuitable for public road use, and so should be used only in private fields or raceways.
While the smaller engine varieties are perfect for a starter bike for children starting out in the world of motorbikes, they should be supervised at all times by an adult, for the sake of safety and if they are not skilled bike users. Their low price and running cost makes them ideal as a first bike for those wanting to learn how to ride a motorbike.
Low price
Price wise, pit bikes rise in price depending on engine size, with more powerful bikes costing more. Also, a more expensive bike will generally have higher quality parts and should be made to a higher standard than a less expensive bike; this means that the more expensive vehicle can be driven harder than a less expensive model. In order to choose your pit bike properly, you should consider what you are going to use it for, whether it will be used for racing or just as a weekend usage fun vehicle.
You should read the manual provided by the manufacturer carefully, so that you are fully aware of how the bike works, so any damage can be fixed on the fly rather than having to stop and take the bike to a garage or bike expert. Additionally, if you become particularly adept with using Pit Bikes, you may be able to service your own at some point, meaning that you will save even more money in the long term.
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Article Source: http://www.earticlesonline.com/Article/All-about-pit-bikes/990193
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