The History of Pit Bikes

Executive summary abaut bike engine by Jan Klaas

Teh history of pit bikes. Originally a pit bike was a bicycle to get racers and mechanics from here to there in the pits. In the 1950's people started using the classic "mini-bike" to navigate the pits. The 4-stroke, horizontal engine which is considered as the basis for a great deal of pit bike engines today, became popular thanks to the introduction of the Honda Super Cub 50. Millions and millions were produced. Mechanics and racers liked to use these bikes to get around in racing pits. The honda Z50 mini trail was the first small Honda motorcycle produced to go off-road. This bike quickly became the first bike they ever rode for a lot of big names.

These bikes started to be mass copied by Chinese manufacturers.

Breaking In Your Pocket Bike Engine

Executive summary abaut bike engine by Gerry Korsten

A new pocket bike must be broken in correctly if you want the bike to function correctly. Opinions vary significantly on the correct way to break in a bike. We will discuss two widespread methods to break a pocket bike in. Heat cycling means you run the engine at idle or barely above idle for approximately 5 to 10 minutes. After this time the engine will be right below the normal operating temperature. Then you turn the engine off and let the bike cool down. When you have finished this process, run the bike at an easy pace for about 1 full tank of gas. Don't put stress on the engine and avoid high RPM.

By accelerating, decelerating and hitting varying RPMS you will break in the engine. Although you don't have to ride the bike too hard, you also shouldn't ride so slowly that the clutch never completely engages or you will burn out the clutch. When you are breaking your bike in, your oil and gas mixture will be slightly different than during normal riding. If your ratio is correct the plug's insulator will be a medium tan-ish color. 

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How To Cycling in the City

Executive summary abaut bike city by Rudi Kiya

How To Cycling in the City. Pros: Cycling is one of the best means of transit. Most buses are outfitted with bike racks and other modes of transportation such as subways generally allow a few bikes per car for those people commuting from longer distances. Cyclists are also seeing cities changing to accommodate their needs. Bike lanes and streets which are bike friendly are beginning to be a part of the city. One of the biggest benefits of cycling is the lower costs associated with it. Biking in the city can be a dangerous activity. Inadequate laws can be problematic to cyclists. Currently, other than owning a bike little else is required by law to outfit cyclists. There are occasionally cyclists who disrespect the rules by taking non-cycling routes which can be deadly as narrow roads, dark conditions and lack of safety equipment can lead to accidents. Cycling is a great activity.

How to Tell If a City is Bike-Friendly

Executive summary abaut bike city by Darla Blackmon

In 1974 a French city initiated a free bike program with yellow bicycles that were free to take and use. Does the city use sharrows?

A "sharrow" is a shared-lane marking system for roadways. The green lanes are usually installed within travel lanes that are shared by bicyclists and other vehicles.

Are there bike boxes at major intersections?

A bike box is a green box that is painted on the road with a white bicycle symbol inside. Are the streets wide? Do they have clearly marked bike lanes?

Though wide city streets are good for the cyclists, bike lanes are actually far better, they help define road space, promote a more orderly flow of traffic, help cyclists know which direction to travel in, and give them a clear place to ride as opposed to using the sidewalks.

Are there bike racks for parking?

Racks need to cradle the entire bike and allow the user to lock the frame and wheels of the bike. What about bike racks on public transport?

In a bike friendly city, the Department of Public Transportation usually works with cyclists to meet their needs. City buses can carry two bikes in the front or back, and the drivers will sometimes allow the cyclist to bring their bike inside. Rail vehicles can often carry 4 bikes per car. Overall, a bike-friendly city will have a solid bicycle culture and a well-developed infrastructure that favors cyclists. 

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Beach Bikes

Tips on Choosing Beach Bikes

Executive Summary abaut Beach bike Alice Show

Beach cruiser lowriders or beach bikes have come a long way since they were first made in the 1950s. At that time, beach bikes were designed to look like a motorbike. Beach bikes are great comfort vehicles as they make cruising along the beach or the roads a breeze. But, for proper comfort, it is necessary to choose the right beach bike.

By the nature of their design, beach bikes are built to offer maximum comfort. Since beach bikes have a single speed, they are easy to ride. For most folks, beach bikes are the epitome of style. Today, most beach bikes are mass manufactured in China or Taiwan. This kind of large scale production affects quality. The best way to make out high quality bikes is to look for weld marks on the bike. Steel or aluminum? The bulk of beach bikes is made of steel. Test the brakes and buy the bike that calls out to you.

Selecting Beach Bike Accessories

Executive Summary abaut Beach bike by Kilian Allen

If it's character you want, beach bikes are your best bet.Bike locks must be hard, durable and easy to operate. The Front basket: Most people have it. These baskets come in a variety of styles. Most bike baskets have convenient handles to enable riders to carry them around comfortably even when they are not riding the bike. Horns & Bells: Most beach bikes have horns and bells. Helmets: Bike helmets may seem restrictive but wait till you catch a glimpse of the variety of helmets you come across when you buy beach bike accessories. Bike seats: Seats are a crucial part of the beach bikes.

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