by John Otis

Pocket bikes are mass produced on assembly lines and as a result seem to have lost a little bit of grit and personality from the days where they were only available to those with the heart to build one from scrap. For the enthusiasts today who want to personalize their pocket bikes there are numerous specialized shops that sell pocket bike parts specifically for the purpose of building or customizing a pocket bike.

The parts that are available can be categorized by their contribution and function to the entirety of the pocket bike. There are engine parts that are specific to the functions of the engine, frame parts that are specific to the exterior and body of the bike, and there are performance parts that are upgrades of parts that already exist. Together they can totally change the way a pocket bike looks and rides.

While they are different in build, pocket bikes engines share a lot of similarities to law mower engines in that they are both typically four strokes. But the two engines are not interchangeable because of the direction the engine shaft is aligned.

There are some much improved and specialized engines for pocket bikes available today. It is not uncommon to a double stroke or two-stroke engine and typically the strengths are around 49cc but can go much higher than that. In fact, the super pocket rockets, a higher class of pocket bikes, usually have a 110cc engine.

The frames makes up what most would consider the body of the bike. It is the visible shell that gives it the stunning look as well as the interior skeleton that holds the pieces together. It also includes the seats and tired. Anything that can be seen visually can be part of the frame and it is what supports the weight of the bike itself and its rider.

The performance parts are some of the most fun because they will increase performance and makes the pocket bike faster, stronger, and more fun to ride. Also, the customizations that pocket bike owners can do range from small amateurish upgrades to full-blown professional modifications. This includes anything from changing an air filter to better tires or something more advanced like installing a two piece high compression heat kit to upgrading the reed cage.

Accessories are also available and put in a category of its own because it doesn’t serve the performance or functioning of the bike directly. Accessories are things like LCD screens and upgraded seating which do nothing to improve the bikes performance but does improve the rider’s experience.

Whatever the case, pocket bike owners of all ranges can customize their bikes to improve their experience by changing just a few parts or all the parts. Some people would even prefer to buy the pieces and put it together as they please. There are also kits available for some of these hands-on people. The options are limited only by your creativity and imagination. Oh yeah, and funds.

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