i would like to purchase a mini dirt bike for the price of around lb200. i live surrounded by the uk. Does any1 no of any good mini dirt bikes . i be thinking of buying this: http://www.uk-mini-motos.co.uk/mini_dirt...
or this : http://www.funbikes.co.uk/p-mini_dirt_bi...
could you please have a look at the links given and relay me what is a better bike.
Many thanks, will donate 5 stars and good comment to best answer
Answers: Hi nearby.... mini dirt bikes are a bit of a nightmare, so be careful what you buy. First of adjectives, anything that cheap will be Chinese made, and will use poor quality parts & materials within it's construction. Used off-road they ALWAYS break down because of this. Therefore, it makes sense to buy the best you can afford, and usually the best agency of achieving this is to stir for something secondhand.
Try to avoid anything 2-stroke that's based on a mini moto. These bikes enjoy a motor that's unreliable, that you have to mix 2 stroke grease (accurately) for, and have centrifugal clutches (auto clutches) that burn out completely quickly - I have one that only manage 2 hours riding with my 8 year infirm boy from new - he be gutted when it broke down. The big problem then is - where on earth do you get the spares, and do you own the mechanical expertise to repair it. I did, but then found that threads be poorly machined, parts didn't fit properly, a real nightmare.
So, stay clear of the rubbish 2-stroke mini moto base stuff. The best ones (And they aren't great) are the "thumpstar" based 50/100/125cc four stroke pit bikes whose engines are base on the bulletproof Honda Cub design. Have a look on ebay at item number 150163790249, brand new 125 four stroke pit bike at lb299 - you should know how to get a secondhand one of these on Ebay at your budget price of lb200 no problem. These bikes sometimes own auto clutches but also come in full on "proper bike" form beside manual clutch and gears.
The other bike I'd recommend more than any Chinese pit bike would be a legal Yamaha PW80, which is a 3 speed, auto clutch bike that is just right for kids but will pull a 13 stone developed (My 2 boys have get these bikes but I play on them too). They are indestructible and are quality bikes. The Chinese own done copies of them, they call it the PY80 but they are pretty crap. There are a few PW's on Ebay, here's one that match your budget, item 160167604154.
Parts are cheap for the PW's, but they are essentially a kid's bike. If this bike is for you alone (as an adult), go for one of the 4-stroke pit bikes, they own larger frames and you won't have to ride beside your knees level beside your ears. However, if it's for a kid and for you to ride and have a bit of occasional fun on, walk for the PW80. Hope this has help :)
Your 1st link doesn't work. The 2nd bike is what we christen a pit bike here in the states; it's ok on complex surfaces but those small wheels are going to be a big liability stale road. If you really want to ride in the dirt I'd recommend one of the 50cc street trial dual sports that are so popular in Europe. That would provide you past its sell-by date road recreation and street legitimate transportation like a scooter or moped. Good luck and ride not dangerous.
or this : http://www.funbikes.co.uk/p-mini_dirt_bi...
could you please have a look at the links given and relay me what is a better bike.
Many thanks, will donate 5 stars and good comment to best answer
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Answers: Hi nearby.... mini dirt bikes are a bit of a nightmare, so be careful what you buy. First of adjectives, anything that cheap will be Chinese made, and will use poor quality parts & materials within it's construction. Used off-road they ALWAYS break down because of this. Therefore, it makes sense to buy the best you can afford, and usually the best agency of achieving this is to stir for something secondhand.
Try to avoid anything 2-stroke that's based on a mini moto. These bikes enjoy a motor that's unreliable, that you have to mix 2 stroke grease (accurately) for, and have centrifugal clutches (auto clutches) that burn out completely quickly - I have one that only manage 2 hours riding with my 8 year infirm boy from new - he be gutted when it broke down. The big problem then is - where on earth do you get the spares, and do you own the mechanical expertise to repair it. I did, but then found that threads be poorly machined, parts didn't fit properly, a real nightmare.
So, stay clear of the rubbish 2-stroke mini moto base stuff. The best ones (And they aren't great) are the "thumpstar" based 50/100/125cc four stroke pit bikes whose engines are base on the bulletproof Honda Cub design. Have a look on ebay at item number 150163790249, brand new 125 four stroke pit bike at lb299 - you should know how to get a secondhand one of these on Ebay at your budget price of lb200 no problem. These bikes sometimes own auto clutches but also come in full on "proper bike" form beside manual clutch and gears.
The other bike I'd recommend more than any Chinese pit bike would be a legal Yamaha PW80, which is a 3 speed, auto clutch bike that is just right for kids but will pull a 13 stone developed (My 2 boys have get these bikes but I play on them too). They are indestructible and are quality bikes. The Chinese own done copies of them, they call it the PY80 but they are pretty crap. There are a few PW's on Ebay, here's one that match your budget, item 160167604154.
Parts are cheap for the PW's, but they are essentially a kid's bike. If this bike is for you alone (as an adult), go for one of the 4-stroke pit bikes, they own larger frames and you won't have to ride beside your knees level beside your ears. However, if it's for a kid and for you to ride and have a bit of occasional fun on, walk for the PW80. Hope this has help :)
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Your 1st link doesn't work. The 2nd bike is what we christen a pit bike here in the states; it's ok on complex surfaces but those small wheels are going to be a big liability stale road. If you really want to ride in the dirt I'd recommend one of the 50cc street trial dual sports that are so popular in Europe. That would provide you past its sell-by date road recreation and street legitimate transportation like a scooter or moped. Good luck and ride not dangerous.
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