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What’s a Dirt Bike Spark Arrestor? What you need to know.
When I got my first dirt bike, I noticed that several places where I wanted to ride dirt bikes listed that they required spark arrestors in the bikes to be able to ride there. The problem was, I...
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Where to Ride Dirt Bikes Near Boise, Idaho
I have lived in Boise for almost 20 years and I love to dirt bike. So I thought I’d write this post to share a few of my favorite places to ride in the Treasure Valley. There are many more places...
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How to Buy a Used Dirt Bike on the Cheap
Over the last few months, I’ve purchased three dirt bikes and I’ve found some really incredible deals by using a few tricky methods for finding the dirt bikes and negotiating good deals. I hope this...
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10 Tips for Teaching Kids to Ride a Dirt Bike
I recently taught my two boys (ages 8 and 6) to ride a dirt bike. I made lots of mistakes in the process, but I successfully got them confident on their bikes and they absolutely love it! Here are a...
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How to Charge a Dirt Bike Battery
There are two scenarios where I sometimes have to charge the battery on my dirt bike: (1) during the winter to keep the battery fresh, and (2) if I accidentally leave the key in the “on” position...
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How to Downshift on a Dirt Bike: Skip the clutch!
Most adults people who learn to ride a dirt bike have, at some point, driven a manual-transmission car. Consequently, they shift on a dirt bike the same way you’d shift on a car; however, a dirt bike...
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This is Why Dirt Bikes Don’t Have Kickstands
Most new dirt bikers assume that all dirt bikes would have a kickstand to support the bike when you’re not out riding. Unfortunately, this is not always true. While some dirt bikes do come with...
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Dirt Bike vs ATV: 12 Pros and Cons of each sport
There are good reasons to choose dirt bikes, and other good reasons for choosing an ATV for your off-roading toy. One is not clearly better than the other because it depends on what you want to get...
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What Dirt Bike Size Should You Get For Your Height?
Purchasing the right size dirt bike is an important decision. It’s common for people to see how large a dirt bike is and become intimidated, so they choose a bike that is too short for them....
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What Does “Enduro” in Dirt Biking Mean?
When I first started dirt biking, I frequently heard people talking about “enduro” dirt biking, and “enduro races.” This word is used to describe a few different types of terrain and racing, so in...
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3 Popular Options for Carrying Extra Fuel On a Dirt Bike
Carrying extra fuel on a dirt bike ride can be essential for extremely long enduro rides, but it can also be very dangerous. Here are a few of the most popular options that I’ve seen guys use to...
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How Fast Does a 50cc Dirt Bike Go? 5 kids dirt bikes tested.
As a parent, I understand the concern of getting your kid a 50cc dirt bike and being concerned about safety issues related to the fast speed they can go. Most 50cc dirt bikes from any of the major...
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How to Ride a Dirt Bike: Beginner’s guide to ride like a pro
If you recently got a dirt bike or will be riding one for the first time, then this is the guide for you. Read carefully through this guide and you’ll skip the tough learning curve that most riders...
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How I Built the Ultimate Dirt Bike Trailer
I recently built my ultimate dirt bike trailer and want to share the results with you. I will note that my use of the word “ultimate” means it’s the best trailer for me and my situation. If I were...
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Best Wheel Chocks for Securing Dirt Bikes Without Straps
This is how you can load 5 full-size dirt bikes into a 6×12′ trailer. You can use wheel chocks in the front to secure the tire, and then for good measure put a simple tie down or even a rubber strap...
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Gift Ideas for Dirt Bikers: What we wish you’d buy us
If you’ve been racking your brain trying to think of some dirt bike gift ideas and you just can’t decide on something, try some of the suggestions below. Buying presents for other people is usually a...
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Dirt Bikes vs UTVs: Which is best for families?
Dirt bikes and UTVs can be great for families who want to get outdoors and enjoy nature—with the power of a dozen horses underneath them—throttling over hills and whipping around corners! I have to...
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Best Simple Trail Riding Dirt Bikes for Beginners
If you enjoy camping or the outdoors and just want a simple trail bike to explore off-road, this post is for you. After a recent camping trip, my dad who is 70-years-old tried my dirt bike on the...
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How to Winterize a Dirt Bike in 10 Minutes or Less
If you care about your dirt bike and want it to run smoothly next summer, then spending a few minutes to winterize the bike is essential. Depending on how much time you have, the winterization...
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How Old Do Kids Need to Be to Ride a Dirt Bike?
Initially, it was a friend of ours who got us hooked on dirt biking. She has ridden dirt bikes her entire life and now rides them with her own 4 children. She told us it was a great family hobby...
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