Re: OT: Mini Bike

Posted by Bob - MI on December 28, 2004 at 10:24:43 from (66.14.205.20):

In Reply to: OT: Mini Bike posted by Dave in GA on December 28, 2004 at 08:38:46:

I had 3 of them and live to tell of it. I had 2 that had motorcycle engines on them and one with a 3.5 hp B&S. One of the worst things that I remember is LOUSY BRAKES!!!! All 3 had a different approach to stopping but they all were bad. Other thing was constant repairs on chains and then were throttle cables. After that were clutch and recoil starter problems.

Grew up in a rural area of west Michigan and the mini bike became "the" mode of transportation and recreation. Lots of trails back then so we mostly stayed off the roads (cops thought it was great sport chasing us). Bad thing was after a while they knew who was who and they were waiting at your house. My parents never quite understood that it was really no big deal.

Safety tips would be to get a good helmet and make sure he wears it. Maybe have him with you to pick it out so he gets a cool one that he likes. Eye protection is good too. The guys at the motorcyle shop will be able to help. Teach him that the roads are for cars and that nobody is looking for a kid screaming down the road on a pocket bike. Great way to get hurt and probably hamper his ability to get a real driver"s license when he hits 16.

Be patient with him and do repairs together. This is a great way for a kid to get a jump start on understanding mechanics. I would invest in a new chain and some master links. Get some good chain lube and keep an eye on chain tension and lubrication.

Don"t be surprised if you end up looking at small motorcycles as he grows. They are a lot better built, more reliable, and safer (suspension and brakes).

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