If you are in the market to buy a new 50cc pocket bike, you first should understand just what you are looking for and the appropriate questions to ask before you either visit a retail store or do your shopping online. There are specific features that you need to be very aware of and there are questions that must be asked prior to your purchase or you run the risk of buying a 50cc pocket bike that you do not truly want or what's worse, that you cannot use.
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The first thing to know is for what reason you are buying the 50cc pocket bike. For example, will it be used for fun and recreation or do you plan on racing? You must have a firm grip on this decision before heading off to buy the bike. If your purpose is to ride the pocket bike recreationally, without any thoughts of racing, you are looking at a price of about $400, which is very reasonable. But it is totally different if you are thinking about racing, for you will find that a 50cc pocket bike for racing can take you to a price of $7000. This price differential rapidly indicates that you must understand what it is that you are purchasing.
In general, all the 50cc pocket bikes that you are looking at are manufactured either in Italy or in China. The Italian bikes are most generally of the highest quality. Of course, higher quality means higher price, but, again, the price that you should be expecting depends upon the use that you are anticipating. If the use of your bike is going to be recreational, you should shop those made in China but if you are planning on racing, buy Italian.
Also, remember that pocket bikes are, because they are so small, not comfortable unless you are of small stature or a child. Therefore, you should not be looking for comfort; but, it does have to feel good enough to permit your complete control of the bike whenever you are riding. Take a test ride and be certain that you are not coming into contact with anything that you should not, such as the exhaust pipe, and that you feel good controlling the bike.
Be sue to find out information about spare parts from the pocket bike dealer: what parts are available, how difficult they are to come by, and which parts have to be replaced regularly. The dealers are your best sources for expert information as it is their business to sell 50cc pocket bikes and they can advise you on what the bikes require and what they do not. Further, ask if the dealership employs a mechanic, or if there is one locally, who can make necessary repairs and ask about a warranty, just as you would for a new car. If you will make your decision on buying your 50cc pocket bike both on the facts and on your needs, you will discover that your bike is a satisfying expenditure.
