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they looked like something with a max mph of like 50; any idea what the brand name was? they were NOT vespas or gopeds of any sort...
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You saw some real Mopeds. The moped was designed (and required by regulation at one time) to have a 50cc engine or less, pedals as well as motor, top speed not to exceed 30mph (35mph in some places) There were literally hundreds of producers from Italy to China making them (or at least selling them, as many were produced by a single company and marketed under numerous names.) The term Mo (for motor) ped (for pedals) pretty much described them. The concept was for a small commuter vehicle that did not require licensing and fell under the same legal standing as a bicycle. Unfortunately many municipalities decided that they were motor vehicles and started requiring licensing, helmet wear and registration costs that made Mopeds not worth the aggravation, and so they fell by the wayside. Also the 2 cycle engines used were not very reliable and so most have long since gone to the dump.
You saw some real Mopeds. The moped was designed (and required by regulation at one time) to have a 50cc engine or less, pedals as well as motor, top speed not to exceed 30mph (35mph in some places) There were literally hundreds of producers from Italy to China making them (or at least selling them, as many were produced by a single company and marketed under numerous names.) The term Mo (for motor) ped (for pedals) pretty much described them. The concept was for a small commuter vehicle that did not require licensing and fell under the same legal standing as a bicycle. Unfortunately many municipalities decided that they were motor vehicles and started requiring licensing, helmet wear and registration costs that made Mopeds not worth the aggravation, and so they fell by the wayside. Also the 2 cycle engines used were not very reliable and so most have long since gone to the dump.
Looking for entry level bmx with pegs for my 5 year old. Any suggestions under $250?
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Currently looking at models from GT, Diamondback and Mongoose. Also, should I get aluminum/composite over high-tensil steel? Thanks!
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Please reconsider this. The size needs of a 5 year old will change very quickly and you will end up buying bikes over and over again. But since you asked...
First, BMX bikes are also known as "bicycle motocross" and are made for racing in the dirt... they should never have pegs installed. You are looking for a flatlands or freestyle bike.
Next, keep in mind that pegs are to facilitate tricks and not to carry his buddies around. Few 5 year olds have the brains to think about the potential injuries. If you DO put pegs on the bike put them on one side only, not the front or rear.
Third, all the brands you mentioned have entry level bikes in your price range. Most stunt and freestyle bikes are steel- either Chrome Moly or Hi Tensile while you will find BMX in aluminum and carbon fiber composite(though probably not in your price range). Hi tensile steel is the low end stuff, aluminum is next, then Chrome Moly, then comes carbon fiber. By the way, contrary to another answer, both hiten and Chrome Moly are the same weight, but since Chrome Moly is stronger it can have thinner tube walls. Less material, less weight.
For $250 you can make your choice- ignore brand names but DO get it from a bike shop (not Walmart ot Target, etc). They will fit him properly and offer service as well. The VAST majority of bikes are now made in a handful of factories in China or Taiwan... even if they say "Designed in the US" or "Built in the US (of foreign and domestic parts)".
Finally, make sure he has protective gear and uses it... especially a helmet. One trip to a hospital will be far more expensive than any helmet, and a lot more traumatic for both of you.
Please reconsider this. The size needs of a 5 year old will change very quickly and you will end up buying bikes over and over again. But since you asked...
First, BMX bikes are also known as "bicycle motocross" and are made for racing in the dirt... they should never have pegs installed. You are looking for a flatlands or freestyle bike.
Next, keep in mind that pegs are to facilitate tricks and not to carry his buddies around. Few 5 year olds have the brains to think about the potential injuries. If you DO put pegs on the bike put them on one side only, not the front or rear.
Third, all the brands you mentioned have entry level bikes in your price range. Most stunt and freestyle bikes are steel- either Chrome Moly or Hi Tensile while you will find BMX in aluminum and carbon fiber composite(though probably not in your price range). Hi tensile steel is the low end stuff, aluminum is next, then Chrome Moly, then comes carbon fiber. By the way, contrary to another answer, both hiten and Chrome Moly are the same weight, but since Chrome Moly is stronger it can have thinner tube walls. Less material, less weight.
For $250 you can make your choice- ignore brand names but DO get it from a bike shop (not Walmart ot Target, etc). They will fit him properly and offer service as well. The VAST majority of bikes are now made in a handful of factories in China or Taiwan... even if they say "Designed in the US" or "Built in the US (of foreign and domestic parts)".
Finally, make sure he has protective gear and uses it... especially a helmet. One trip to a hospital will be far more expensive than any helmet, and a lot more traumatic for both of you.
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