The finest dirt bikes for the beginner
by Editor on 11/27/13
The finest dirt bikes for the beginner
The dirt bike is an inherently exhilarating experience to ride, but finding the best one for a novice can be a tricky business.
With so many choices on the market, how are you to know which one is for you?
Well, here are a few motorcycles for sale that will help you on your way to becoming a dirt bike connoisseur in no time.
Kawasaki KX 100
Riding along on a 99cc, two-stroke engine, the KX 100 is designed for the rider looking to advance to a larger 250 in the future.
This compact dirt bike operates on a light frame, features front and rear suspension and an entirely adjustable shock absorber, standing as a smart and effective transition bike for those hoping for a faster future.
Suzuki RM-Z450
A more advanced piece of equipment than the KX 100, the RM-Z450 is still an accessible enough motorcycle for the person looking to graduate to a 450cc model.
It's also a bike with a lot of bragging rights, with motocross rider Ricky Carmichael going on to win the AMA Supercross and AMA Motocross championships using the model.
The first mass-produced Japanese 450cc motocross dirt bike to feature fuel injection, this Suzuki can also boast easy handling and a quick restart time after crashing or stalling.
Yamaha YZ450F
You know you have a good bike when website Cycle World claims, "There's no standout feature because everything works so well together."
This latest model offers a marked improvement in just about every respect, and has also simplified itself, reducing any unnecessary hardware to cater for a less experienced crowd.
It is also a versatile enough bike to appeal to a more professional rider, making it the great all-rounder of the motorcycle world.
Dirt Rocket MX 650 Motocross
Travelling at a top speed of 17mph and holding a maximum weight of 220lb, this is an electric bike that is perfect for the younger generation of rider, and can provide up to 40 minutes of continuous use with the need for charging.
It's a great starter for the bike enthusiast looking to learn the ropes.
Honda CRF50F
Another option for the younger rider, the CRF50F is a mini motorcycle packing a 49cc, four-stroke engine, and the neat option of a throttle limiter to help cater for any skill level.
Add to this the fact that it has a keyed ignition so that children can't ride without adult supervision, as well as the removal of a possibility for stalling, and what you have is an ideal bike for the rider wanting to start at a younger age.
