Reasons to Buy Pit Bikes!

1. Lets face it; they're strapped for cash and want to buy a cheap bike to either thrash till the engine stops (no oil changes required), or...

2. They want to get into the sport of Motocross at the entry level and don't want to outlay a lot of money to discover the child is not interested in going further with the sport.

Lets explore reason number 1, the most common reason. People buy cheap so they think the quality is cheap and they treat them accordingly. Nowadays there are a lot of Pit bikes out there that are cheap, say $600-$800, but still good quality. Over the past 3-4 years quality is also more stable and the price has dropped. You can buy a cheap Pit Bike with SDG style Chromoly frame, USD Forks, Adjustable Rear suspension, even alloy rims for around $800. Try looking on eBay; there are hundreds for sale. In fact, most people never change the oil; if you bought it on eBay, out of the box it's amazing what a good oil change can do for the life of the engine.

The second reason and the more valid reason: This is why Pit Bikes are so popular over recent years because motocross tracks are forced to let Chinese Class bikes run their own races due to the sheer volume of Pit bikes out there and no where to ride them. Kids can get into the sport at a ridiculously low price and still have change for dad. One Pit bike, helmet, clothing, boots, gloves, and goggles can cost under $1500. Add annual track fees and insurance and this bad boy's on the track for under two thousand. Go down to your local Honda dealer and you'll be lucky to buy half a bike for that price.

Any kids or Teenagers out there looking to Buy a Pit bike - do the maintenance, regular oil changes and your $600-$1000 investment will see you into your adult life. Best fun and don't forget to ride responsibly.

Motorcycle Safety Begins With a Helmet

In this troubled economy of 2009, a vast majority of Americans are looking for ways to save money. We are clipping more coupons, we are shopping for cheaper gas, we are shopping at second-hand stores, and many of us are turning to cheaper modes of transportation. Americans are giving up their cars and choosing instead to ride scooters and motorcycles both to and from work and around town on errands. As the number of motorcyclists increases on America's roads, so does the opportunity for motorcycle accidents. And as more and more states are repealing their laws requiring motorcycle helmets, the number of motorcyclists on the road without a helmet is also on the rise.

When we ride without a helmet, we are risking our lives to save a few bucks on fuel. We are risking severe injury and even death to look cool on our motorcycles. And it's not just the thrill-seeking crotch rockets, it's your neighbor or his wife who is looking for a cheaper method of transportation. Motorcycle fatalities have increased every year since 1996, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. And one of the biggest factors in motorcycle fatalities is the refusal of riders to wear a DOT-approved motorcycle helmet.

The Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety report that, "Motorcycle helmets have been shown to save the lives of motorcyclists and prevent serious brain injuries." Why wait until your state requires a helmet to wear one? Why not choose instead to ride safely and ride smart?! The NHTSA keeps statistics on how helmets prevent injury and death. And they keep statistics on fatalities as well. Wouldn't you rather be in the first group than the second?

Young people tend to think (and I know, because I was one not too long ago) that "nothing is going to happen to me." They tend to think that helmets are for the older generation. And they care all too much about how they look on the motorcycle instead of how they'll feel if they ever lay the motorcycle down.

According to the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, helmets "can help to protect your brain, your face and even your life." The research and development that goes into an approved helmet has resulted in a very specialized and sophisticated piece of life-saving gear. The tough outer shell is meant to compress upon impact, thereby lessening the force that comes into contact with your head. DOT-approved helmets also have an impact-absorbing inner liner designed to absorb the shock as your head hits the inside of the helmet. Helmets are actually designed to break upon impact, as another way of absorbing the shock otherwise meant for your head.

On top of the impact-absorbing liner is what the industry refers to as comfort padding. It's the layer next to your head providing comfort and fit. And the last part of the helmet, which is equally as critical as the others, is the chin strap or the retention system. It must be securely strapped to give you optimal protection.

Head injuries account for most motorcycle fatalities. But you don't have to be one of the statistics - instead, choose to be one of the survivors. For a relatively small investment, compared to the cost of medical and hospital bills, you can invest in a good (DOT-approved) helmet that is both cool and protective. Ride safe, ride smart, ride responsibly.