Your Introduction to the Various Dirt Bike Types
Here’s a complete breakdown of the different types of dirt bikes available to help you select the right one for your riding style and skills. We hope you can use this information to narrow your choices quickly at the dealership!
Motocross Bike
Motocross bikes are lightweight and feature small fuel tanks and bare minimum equipment. They are designed for racing on courses full of ruts, jumps, and banked corners. These high-performance machines are for short, fast bursts of power. They accelerate like a rocket, stop on a dime, and have super stiff suspension to keep you going without losing stability.
Trail Riding Bike
This dirt bike category is for long, recreational off-road rides. They have better top-end gearing, softer suspension systems, and bigger fuel tanks than their motocross counterparts. You’ll also find safety features like headlights, taillights, radiator guards, and hand protectors to keep you safe on the trails.
Dual-Sports Bike
Dual-sports dirt bikes are built for both on-road and off-road riding. This versatility makes them perfect for riders searching for a durable and reliable machine for their daily commutes and for riding on the trails.
Dual-sports machines feature a heavier frame and come outfitted with various safety features such as headlights, taillights, and turn indicators. However, you’ll want to be more strategic when buying tires for your machine, as you’ll need a model that can cater seamlessly to both on-road and off-road terrains.
Enduro Bike
Enduro racing is a long-distance, time-trial competition requiring bikes that can withstand various daily rigors. Enduro bikes have larger fuel tanks to cover these distances and superior suspension and braking systems to offer you the performance to keep going.
Adventure Touring
Adventure touring bikes also have crossover capability, meaning you can ride your model both on paved and dirt roads. These come with powerful engines, comfortable seats, and an ergonomic riding position, allowing you to ride for hours without feeling tired.
Are you ready to go shopping for your preferred dirt bike? Whatever your style is, you can visit Wooly’s Cycles to peruse our impressive collection of top-tier dirt bikes for sale. We’ll give you a complete tour of the available options and help you select your dream machine at the right price. We proudly serve Marietta, Atlanta, and Kennesaw, GA, so reach out today!