You have decided to buy a BMX bike. Whether you are buying it for yourself or some one else, you should make sure that you know about the bike before actually buying one. It would help to know, what the bike would be used for. Racing, free styling or just simple riding, as this would influence the type of bike that you would buy. There are quite a few other stuff that comes with the bike, but you need to know what the basics are first before buying a BMX bike.
Taking a closer look at the BMX bike, you will need to take note of the following:
1. The frame: The BMX bike frames are sturdy but lightweight, approximately ½ the weight of other freestyle and jump bikes. Because the lightweight frame is made from aluminum, you will not worry about the bicycle getting rusty. You will have to know that the lighter the frame, the higher the price, but it is important to have a lighter bike for easier handling. The best thing is, as the frames come in all sizes, BMX bike are suitable for kids as young as 4 - 6 years and also for adults.
2. Tires and wheels: The standard issue BMX bike comes with a 20 inch wheel diameter, while the exception is the 24 inch Cruiser. The wheels for a BMX racing bike are lighter than those for jumping and free styling. You will also need to know that the 32 spoke aluminum wheels cannot be used for free style or jumping, so you will definitely need to know what the bike will be used for before purchasing any BMX bike. The thread on the BMX racing bike are more knobby and are especially suited for traction and speed.
3. The Handlebars: The bars are normally upright with cross bars, small saddles, rear hand brakes and long cranks. For safety, it is important that the grips on the handlebar cover all the metal on the ends.
4. Braking system: A BMX bike only has rear brakes, but the best one would be a linear pull brake as if offers more grip and braking power.
5. Safety Considerations: You will need to consider some safety measures if you bike is not equipped with the following. Bikes are shipped ready to ride, this is just in case that your bike is not fully equipped. There should be padding on the top tube of the frames, the stem and the crossbars of the handle bars. But if the bike will be used as a BMX racing bike, you will need to remove the kickstand, chain guards, reflector brackets and fenders for safety during the race.
These bikes can range anywhere from under a hundred to more than a hundred dollars, depending on the type and attributes of the bikes. Knowing the area and the purpose of the bike will help you to buy a bike that meets the user's needs and keeps the rider safe. You just need to find out more on the rider before deciding on the suitable bike for them or yourself.
Taking a closer look at the BMX bike, you will need to take note of the following:
1. The frame: The BMX bike frames are sturdy but lightweight, approximately ½ the weight of other freestyle and jump bikes. Because the lightweight frame is made from aluminum, you will not worry about the bicycle getting rusty. You will have to know that the lighter the frame, the higher the price, but it is important to have a lighter bike for easier handling. The best thing is, as the frames come in all sizes, BMX bike are suitable for kids as young as 4 - 6 years and also for adults.
2. Tires and wheels: The standard issue BMX bike comes with a 20 inch wheel diameter, while the exception is the 24 inch Cruiser. The wheels for a BMX racing bike are lighter than those for jumping and free styling. You will also need to know that the 32 spoke aluminum wheels cannot be used for free style or jumping, so you will definitely need to know what the bike will be used for before purchasing any BMX bike. The thread on the BMX racing bike are more knobby and are especially suited for traction and speed.
3. The Handlebars: The bars are normally upright with cross bars, small saddles, rear hand brakes and long cranks. For safety, it is important that the grips on the handlebar cover all the metal on the ends.
4. Braking system: A BMX bike only has rear brakes, but the best one would be a linear pull brake as if offers more grip and braking power.
5. Safety Considerations: You will need to consider some safety measures if you bike is not equipped with the following. Bikes are shipped ready to ride, this is just in case that your bike is not fully equipped. There should be padding on the top tube of the frames, the stem and the crossbars of the handle bars. But if the bike will be used as a BMX racing bike, you will need to remove the kickstand, chain guards, reflector brackets and fenders for safety during the race.
These bikes can range anywhere from under a hundred to more than a hundred dollars, depending on the type and attributes of the bikes. Knowing the area and the purpose of the bike will help you to buy a bike that meets the user's needs and keeps the rider safe. You just need to find out more on the rider before deciding on the suitable bike for them or yourself.
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