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Do You Know What A Pocket Bike Is?

By:Mike Yeager



Well, to start, a pocket bike is an exact miniature of the real deal. A smaller version of a motorcycle. They are used for racing. Pocket bikes are mainly manufactured in Italy, but some are also from the United Kingdom. Many believe that pocket bikes are works of art.
Pocket bikes are smaller motorcycles, but what makes them work so well?

A little information for you now about the workings of the pocket bike. They come with floating triple disc brakes front and rear, racing compound tires, full and half fairings, Hi-Tech polished aluminum/magnesium alloy cast perimeter frame and swing arm or tubular frames. All models are available air or water cooled. Pocket bikes are available in two sizes: a mini with a 27" wheel base and a midi with a 30" wheel base. Engine horsepower choices are available from a 4.2 HP model up to a 12+ HP that can hit up to 75 miles per hour!

Pocket bikes are designed for racing. They can accommodate any rider under 300 pounds. Pocket bikes are not meant to be driven on highways and roads, but on racing tracks. They shouldn't be used in other areas due to safety reasons. Also, protective helmets and other gear are necessary to minimize injury.

Pocket bikes are widely becoming popular racing devices and should be purchased and used by experienced racers. If they are bought for other reasons, then adult supervision is very important. They are not toys and should not be taken lightly. But, pocket bikes are a great source of fun for those who know what they are used for.




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Mike Yeager
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