| Some kids are not satisfied with pedal power and | | | | dirt bikes can easily cost a $1,000 or more new, so |
| prefer a little more punch in their transportation and feel | | | | most people starting out will want to shop around for a |
| the need for speed. For these kids, several off road | | | | used variety. There are several sources, from |
| dirt tracks have sprung up around the country to | | | | magazines, bike stores and bulletin boards to online |
| provide that thrill in a contained area. And the thrill is not | | | | shops. Going online requires a level of trust of the seller |
| just limited to those who count their ages in double | | | | and accepting shipping costs as well to get the item to |
| digits, for the younger ones a mini dirt bike is the | | | | your child. |
| perfect option. | | | | You should also consider age appropriateness. Though |
| Mini dirt bikes come in several forms, but the two | | | | several pro dirt bikers have been on their bikes since |
| major types are classified by how they are powered. | | | | the age of 4 you have to decide if your child is big and |
| Gas bikes are classified by cc, which stands for cubic | | | | mature enough to handle a bike on his or her own. |
| centimeter. The higher the number in front the more | | | | Also the rules of the state or jurisdiction you are in |
| powerful of an engine it is. However, don't be fooled; a | | | | come into play. Some have licensing requirements. |
| 50cc model can power its rider up to 150 mph. With | | | | Check out the laws before you spend your money. |
| the increased price of gas, electric bikes are seeing an | | | | Finally, and most importantly, is safety. You will have to |
| increase in the number of people looking to ride this | | | | enroll your child in a safety course of some sort and |
| smaller version of the dirt bike. Though not as powerful | | | | always teach them that mini dirt bikes, while fun, are |
| as the gas fueled variety it is more light-weight and | | | | not toys. If riding in the street is permitted make sure |
| less noisy, yet still provides plenty of power for the | | | | that they obey the rules of the road and make sure |
| young bike enthusiast. | | | | that they always go out with a helmet, gloves, and |
| Before buying a mini dirt bike, though, you should take | | | | knee and elbow pads. With all that done, it should be |
| several factors into consideration. The first is price. Mini | | | | smooth sailing. |