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Dirt Bikes for Kids
The growing popularity of motocross and other racing sports has caught the attention of adventurous kids everywhere. Some parent’s will dismiss a kid’s excitement out of hand, believing that dirt bikes are too dangerous to even consider buying. Though there are some risks involved in buying dirt bikes for kids, there are many more advantages to take into consideration.
Riding and maintaining a bike is a great way for kids to learn respect for vehicles and vehicle maintenance. Riding clubs and competitions are a great chance to socialise and enjoy new experiences. Parents enjoy the fact that riding helps build good co-ordination and judgement skills.
Most dirt bikes for kids are built with safety in mind. They feature small wheels and are low to the ground, making them easy to get on and off. It is a good idea to look for a model equipped with throttle control, which will ensure that they can’t accelerate fast enough to hurt themselves.
There are so many great bikes to choose from that it would be easy to find the perfect fit for the whole family. Kawasaki dirt bikes for kids often double as awesome pit bikes for adults. They are known for having a good amount of power and torque. Honda dirt bikes for kids are another great option since they have a line of dirt bikes to suit the whole family. The CRF50R has a durable, low-revving engine and is easy for kids to manoeuvre and learn on.
Youngest riders would benefit from starting on an electric model. Electric dirt bikes for kids are compact in size whilst still being very durable. They are generally geared to run at slower speeds and are safer for little kids to use.
Even though the bikes are safety focused, children still need to be taught basic safety and maintenance rules. Teaching kids to check their bike thoroughly before they start riding, paying special attention to fluid levels and tire pressure, is vital step in becoming a skilled and safe rider. A helmet, riding gear including boots, goggles and gloves should always be worn when riding. With these precautions in mind motorbikes are a great way to teach your children respect for vehicles and physical coordination, and above all it’s a fun and social activity.
Drag Racing Crashes
Mick’s Towing Service has hauled enough wrecks off of the track to know that drag racing is not for the faint of heart. There are a lot of things that can cause drag car crashes. Something as simple as a broken bolt or small error by the pit crew can spell disaster for a drag car.
Considering the risk involved, it is surprising how few injuries and deaths occur in a drag race crash. Racers are passionate about what they do. They love their cars and go to any length necessary to take care of them. Cars are carefully transported to the track and given thorough inspections when they arrive. A good number of drag race crashes are prevented by careful loading, transporting and unloading of cars.
Once the car arrives at the track, it is inspected for any possible defects. The pit crew should know the car inside and out so they can make repairs quickly and as necessary. Lines and hoses that are not in perfect condition are replaced, tires are tested, and bolts are tightened. The crew works fast to make the car ready for ANDRA scrutineers.
ANDRA, the Australian National Drag Racing Association, is the association responsible for technical inspections at the track. Inspectors make sure that the car, crew and driver are compliant with rule book specifications and if a car does not meet the specs, it does not compete.
Inside the car, drivers are required to wear special clothing and/or safety gear. The types and amount of safety gear you need to wear is determined by the class of car you drive. Some race classes only require drivers to wear long sleeves, jeans, and a helmet. Others require more in depth measures such as arm restraints, multilayer fire suits, and gloves.
Most drag racing crashes can be prevented by proper handling and inspections of vehicles. Though it isn’t possible to prevent every drag racing crash, clothing, safety restraints, and car defects are usually the determining factor in how severe a driver’s injuries will be.
Read more about drag racing safety at ANDRA or at Surfers Paradise Drag Racing Association (SPDRA).