Dirt Bike Newb

As an Affiliate Associate DirtBikeNewb.com earns from qualifying purchases. Dirt bike riding is adventurous and fun, especially when you travel to new locations. But loading your bike up on your truck bed using a wooden beam can be a little risky and, frankly, a pain! A good loading ramp, on the other hand, will get you to and from your destination much safer and quicker. The best loading ramps are strong…

As an Affiliate Associate DirtBikeNewb.com earns from qualifying purchases. Dirt bikes are used by many people, and many people use them to race against others. So if you’re aiming for the fastest ride, you’re probably wondering: what is the most powerful dirt bike out there? The most powerful dirt bike is the ATK 700 Intimidator. It has 78 horsepower and a top speed of 110 mph. The Beta 450 RS is…

As an Affiliate Associate DirtBikeNewb.com earns from qualifying purchases. Have you ever been curious how fast a 250cc dirt bike can go? Well after some testing I am ready to answer your question. While max speed will vary slightly based on the type of engine, a 250cc dirt bike will come in between 70-78 miles per hour. 250cc 2-strokes will be faster than 240cc 4-strokes, but only by 5-10 miles per…

As an Affiliate Associate DirtBikeNewb.com earns from qualifying purchases. Dirt biking is not a quiet sport! Revving the engine as you tear down trails and tackle different terrains is all part of the experience. Some people really want to maximize the volume they get out of their 2-stroke dirt bike and there are a few elements that play a role in this. The exhaust system is one of the biggest contributing…

As an Affiliate Associate DirtBikeNewb.com earns from qualifying purchases. Whatever your weight and height, whether you be a big or small guy/girl, dirt biking is for everyone to enjoy if they want to. Dirt bikes are powerful beasts, and different kinds have different engine levels and sizes that can support more or less weight. But here are the big concepts to consider: Riders who weigh as much as 320 lbs are…

As an Affiliate Associate DirtBikeNewb.com earns from qualifying purchases. Dirt bikes are complicated, and many people don’t understand how dirt bikes start or have power for ignition. Unlike cars, many dirt bikes can run without batteries. Dirt bikes that have any sort of electric components such as lights, electric start, or electronic fuel injection require a battery, and therefore dirt bikes with batteries are becoming more common. Most modern dirt bikes…

As an Affiliate Associate DirtBikeNewb.com earns from qualifying purchases. There are two main factors that result in dirt bikes being tall. It is important to know and understand these two factors so as to pick the right-sized dirt bike for you. The reason dirt bikes are so tall is that they are designed for moving across rough terrain and therefore need increased ground clearance. Some dirt bikes are larger than others…

As an Affiliate Associate DirtBikeNewb.com earns from qualifying purchases. If you have been riding dirt bikes for decades, you could ride a two-stroke and four-stroke and know that there is a drastic difference in ride and reliability. I’m here to inform you that this difference is important to know, as it affects the cost and overall longevity of the bike. With differences in speed, maintenance, and consistency of the two-stroke, it…

As an Affiliate Associate DirtBikeNewb.com earns from qualifying purchases. Washing muddy dirt bikes with spray of water Here’s a fun fact about me: I love to clean almost as much as I love dirt biking. I get teased for it all the time, but I can’t help it. I love getting my clean on. So that being said, I’m here to help you through one of the least exciting processes of…

As an Affiliate Associate DirtBikeNewb.com earns from qualifying purchases. Many people who have never ridden a dirt bike wonder if they have gears, which is really important if you plan on getting one a dirt bike in the near future! Almost all full-size dirt bikes have gears – typically 4-6 – and a clutch. Shifting gears on a dirt bike is similar to shifting gears on a car with a manual…