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CCI is looking for a dirt bike for my son

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It really depends on what you're looking for and the ability of your son. Personally I would start looking in the classified ads in the paper for a used one, probably for something around 50cc's, I'm not sure how big your son is though adjust up or down to suit his size. I've never tried online so I couldn't say if that was a deal or not. I would definately steer clear of E-Ton. They're dirt cheap but you get what you pay for. At one of my old jobs the owner sold dirtbikes and E-Ton was one brand. The mechanic hated them said they were shit bikes and could spend hours bitching about how awful they were.
 
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I recommend at least an XR 80. Sounds like your son will grow out of the 50 in less than 2 years.

When I was a kid I started with an XL70 and then went to a CR80. The CR was high maintenance with spark plugs and gas mixing but the higher power machines kick ass and why not raise the bar for your son?

Just my .02.
 
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ekeen said:
I recommend at least an XR 80. Sounds like your son will grow out of the 50 in less than 2 years.

When I was a kid I started with an XL70 and then went to a CR80. The CR was high maintenance with spark plugs and gas mixing but the higher power machines kick ass and why not raise the bar for your son?

Just my .02.
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No doubt on the CR...I had a Suzuki equivalent...RM 80. Great times on that thing.
 
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A 50cc is too small for his age. My son is 4 and he rides a PW 50 with no problems.

These guys are right...stay clear of 2 strokes. They are very high maintenance (mixing gas, cleaning air filters, etc...) and are hard for a new rider b/c they have power bands that kick in suddenly instead of a smooth constant power.

Take your boy to the shop and set him on some 4 strokes to see what fits him. Also, check out Yamaha's TTR line...they are very easy to ride.

Here is the TT R90...http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/products/modelhome/239/0/home.aspx
 
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