I am looking for a good starter dirt bike to ride offroad and maybe race. i am about 5' 2" and weigh 120

Question

I am looking for a good starter dirt bike to ride offroad and maybe race. i am about 5' 2" and weigh 120

Answer 1

I would say start off with a 150. once you get better at ridding you can jump up to a bigger bike.

Once you get good enough to move up in size it wont matter how tall you are at all.

i have friends that are about the same height that ride 450's.

but they are good.

and you can always shave the seat.

i have to do that with my new 250 that im getting.

so really size doesnt matter or weight for that matter.

instead its really how good you are and if you think you can handle a bike like that.

you know what else will help you.

is if you know anyone with a 150 get on it and ride it. if you like the feel of it well there you go. if not then you need to figure out if you need to move up or down in size.

but i thnk your best bet fow now would deffinalty be to go with a 150.

wish you best of luck in the new sport.

and if you need anything else feel free to email me.

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good luck

and with the 85's tho you really need to get a bike that fits you.

i have an 85 for right now and im 5'7 (ya bad combination)

but i cant jump for **** on that thing.

it feels to awkward for me.

so again your best bet would be a 150.

or there is also a 150 F expert. which is still a 150 but is taller. so if the normal 150 is too small you can get the expert.

it has bigger tires and all that so it is bigger than the other one so i would saying trying that if the other one does not work.

Answer 2

There are actually several bikes that would fit you.  The variable being, what ultimately do you believe you want to do with it?  If you want to remain on trails, the Honda CRF150F is a good choice.  If you think you may take a liking to racing, you will need a bike capable of handling jumps if you are racing MX.  I would recommend either the Honda CRF150RB (Expert, or Big Wheel) model, or the Kawasaki KX100.  The KX is a 2 stroke, but they are incredibly lightweight and very quick.  If you want to race hare scrambles or gncc type events, I'd stick with the Honda CRF150RB.  The four stroke is much better for navigating steep hills and woods riding.  I'm sure that no matter what you choose, you will have a great time.  I know I have for the past 20 years!

Answer 3

listen i know the 150 is a great bike i had one i loved it. but ur light and idk how much of that in muscle. u need to be strong to ride those 150's cause they have a low center of gravity and are freaking heavy.  maybe check out a TT-r 125 (yamaha) its a great trail bike pretty light and fun for a beginer. i would chose that over a 150 for u. good luck and have fun

Answer 4

yamaha ttr125 or honda crf150f both great starter type bikes that hold great resale value

Answer 5

if ur just going offroad riding then i would go with the CRF230.. racing wise i would go with a 150

Answer 6

Um.. if ur 5'2 then.. well i would say a crf-150f, its a 4 stroke. I got that bike when i first started and its great. Its really fun on the trails but if ur gonna race then you need an 85 2 stroke, but you shouldn't get an 85 if your a beginner. So just stick with the 150f, or you should find some friends that ride and get a little bit of experience and then get an 85. Good luck!

Answer 7

I've been racing motocross for a while and due trust me. definately get either an 85 cc 2-stroke or the Honda CRF 150. If your looking for a more easy ging bike get the 150 but if your a stunt devil and like to rip it up and go very fast get the 85

Answer 8

go to the motorcycle dealership and see what bikes you fit on first.......

if you want to race it, stay away from the Yamaha TTR, and the Honda CRF lines.......