Basic Information On Pocket Bikes

Miniature versions of GP racing motorcycles are called pocket bikes. These are small bikes that stand at a height of about fifteen to eighteen inches depending on the model and can weigh about thirty- five to fifty pounds. Pocket bike racing is an increasingly popular sport for both children and adults. It is a great way to have some fun and thrill. Although they may appear to look like toys, the European minimotos are built to high quality standards of accuracy and proportion of the world class GP bike. However it is not legal to ride these bikes on the streets. There are some laws regarding the use of pocket bikes that vary from region to region. Pocket bikes can reach speeds of forty- five to fifty miles per hour. The speed can be modified more or less depending on optional performance upgrades and sprocket sizes. One should beware that pocket bikes can accelerate very quickly. Proper guidance and supervision should be given if there are children riding a pocket bike. Priority should be given on safety and precaution. Investing in good protective gear for safety precaution would be advisable to the buyer. Safety gears include a good helmet, gloves, riding jacket, riding pants or jeans with knee sliders and high top shoes. Regarding the maintenance of a pocket bike, a 2 stroke may need a cylinder replacement every couple of years with hard riding, but this is not very costly. There are replacement parts that are both inexpensive and easy to install, ultimately saving the customer money in the long run. The standard Polini engine mixing ratio for Gas and Oil is 50 to 1, however some brands of pocket bikes using off brand engines may need a mixing ratio for Gas to Oil at 25 to 1. Pocket bikes can also operate on pump gas, however, fresh premium gas is recommended. One should take care to see that gas that has been stored for more than two weeks should not be used. One should also be sure to read the owners manual before fueling the pocket bike. A new Polini engine should have a richer mixture of 40 to 1 for the first tank of fuel to help with proper break in. Do not use a mixture of less than 40 to 1 as it will be too rich and may foul the spark plug. The best type of oil to use in a pocket bike can be any quality name brand 2-cycle oil, which can be found at any motorcycle/ ATV store.

Pocket bikes can be a fun and thrilling experience for the user provided that he follows all the safety rules and regulations.