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Racing Discussion => Racing Discussion => Topic started by: PolishPete on February 06, 2008, 07:33:35 PM

Title: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: PolishPete on February 06, 2008, 07:33:35 PM
I've been looking around for a pit bike.  Not sure what to get, but just want something for those days at RA and something the g/f can use to get around the track.  (looking for something like $600 or less).

I was thinking about getting one of these:
http://www.cycletrader.com/find/listing/2004-PANTERRA-dual-sport-90529459

Or would you guys recommend anything on this site?:
http://www.bike2go.com/dirt-bikes-c-33.html

What are your thoughts...experiences?

TIA for any replies.
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: Rich on February 06, 2008, 07:44:07 PM
I've had a Honda Spree and a CRF50F.

I hate the 50 and wish my Spree still ran.  The 50 is a PITA to ride compared to the Spree - especially in leathers, boots, etc. And you can't transport tires either.
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: r1owner on February 06, 2008, 11:02:12 PM
One thing to consider is that some tracks will only let you use something that is legal for the street.
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: theQman23 on February 07, 2008, 12:28:15 AM
Hi Polish Pete, I have closeout 50cc scooters that have foot wells big enought to carry wheels.  (I'm a tire guy, so that was a requirement)   I am closing out my 07 model scooters for $750 a piece.  I'm at 410-437-6611.  THanks, Mize Mobile -Quentin
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: Burt Munro on February 07, 2008, 02:12:41 AM
Gordie (Weggieman) had a Spree or an Elite for sale on here a few days ago.  Not sure what he did with it.

Alfredo (Sauce) had one for sale on here recently too.  They both would be fairly close to you - Alfredo in Chicago and Gordie in the Milwaukee area.

I found Alfredo's.......
http://www.ccsforum.com/index.php/topic,19293.0.html
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: sauce on February 07, 2008, 06:54:49 AM
i have 2 spree's for sale both red & both have titles.thanks burt munro
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: PolishPete on February 07, 2008, 09:14:39 AM
Hey Sauce,

Could you please email me some pics/details/etc. of the Spress you have?

peterhockey29 (at) hotmail.com

Thanks.
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: tzracer on February 07, 2008, 11:50:16 AM
I use a bicycle. To carry things, I have an old trailer that was for carrying 2 kids.

Better for you, less maintenance, much easier to carry than a scooter.
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: PolishPete on February 07, 2008, 01:04:49 PM
Thanks for the replies.

We tried the bike thing, but it wasn't a lot of fun at RA with all the hills and all.  Other places like Putnam it really isn't a big deal.
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: Burt Munro on February 07, 2008, 02:40:34 PM
PolishPete,

Sauce had pictures of the Spree in this listing......

http://www.ccsforum.com/index.php/topic,19293.0.html
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: sauce on February 08, 2008, 06:53:56 AM
ok pete ill send you some pic's,but like burt said there on the board.both the same both red,honda's,title's,milk crates,1 has stickers the other 1 doesnt.i'll send them this weekend.
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: Garywc on February 08, 2008, 08:40:37 AM
crf 50 is alot of fun
i bought big bars and did the suspension and a thicker seat. and the parts are cheap and they seem to run well
then if a few buddies get them there fun to race around the yard
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: weggieman on February 08, 2008, 05:59:49 PM
I had mine sold but so far no $$$. Let me check with him to see if he still wants it. Like they say............cash talks.
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: PolishPete on February 08, 2008, 06:57:50 PM
Thanks for all the input guys.  Can't decided between a scooter and dirt bike type.  I really am pulling towards a 70/85/125cc dirt bike.  I'd like to be able to have some fun in the yard too, as well as use it at the track.

What are your thoughts on Orion Pit Bikes.  They seem to be OK, but any experiences?  Looks like the "fake" or replica type bikes are a couple hundred less than the reputables (yamaha, honda, etc).  Your experiences.  I've read some of the "get the real thing", but has anyone really had bad experiences with the fakes, or is it just hearsay for now?
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: weggieman on February 08, 2008, 07:18:17 PM
Got the word, mine is sold....sorry.

You need to think about the license part. A lot of tracks only allow licensed vehicles sa pit bikes. Hate to see you buy something and then not be able to use it fior its intended purpose. :banghead:
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: PolishPete on February 08, 2008, 07:27:11 PM
What do you mean licensed (please clarify)?  You can't license a 50cc yamaha can you?  But I see them everywhere.

Thanks for the heads up.
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: weggieman on February 08, 2008, 07:40:55 PM
Must be registered and have a plate. Yes, you can license a 50cc scooter. In WI it's a moped plate.
Title: Re: Thinkin' about pit bike...help please.
Post by: PolishPete on February 09, 2008, 02:55:58 AM
Thanks.  So basically, you're just saying to register whatever it is I get.  Any list of tracks that require registered vehicles?