| Though BMX is a universally used term when it comes | | | | there are many frame sizes to choose from. |
| to BMX bicycles, it is important to know that BMX | | | | Usually BMX bicycles have a 20" wheel diameter. |
| racing (or bicycle motocross) refers to racing on a dirt | | | | Jump BMX bikes in contrast have bigger wheel |
| track. However, there are other types of BMX bikes | | | | diameters. If you are tall and large then you should opt |
| used for different other forms of BMX racing. These | | | | for a jump BMX bicycle with a 24-inch wheel diameter. |
| are freestyle and jump bikes which are much heavier | | | | Most jump bikes have 13-gauge spokes while freestyle |
| and sturdier than ordinary BMX bikes because of | | | | bikes have a 48-gauge spokes. If you compare the |
| rigorous treatment they put through. | | | | tires of different types of bikes, there is a vast |
| A good quality BMX bike for a beginner costs | | | | difference. Jump bikes are heavily treaded among all |
| approximately $200. If you are into BMX freestyle and | | | | BMX bicycles. This is because jump bikes have to |
| dirt jumping then you need to pay special attention to | | | | concentrate on traction rather than speed. While |
| the type of BMX bike you are purchasing. | | | | freestyle BMX bikes have smooth treads making it |
| For BMX freestyle and dirt jumping, your bicycle should | | | | easier to use them on pavements or indoors. Freestyle |
| have a sturdy and heavy frame. If you compare an | | | | BMX bikes also have axle pegs which are used for |
| actual freestyle bicycle to a conventional BMX bicycle, | | | | performing tricks. |
| you will realize that a freestyle bicycle is nearly two | | | | Now that you know the basics about BMX bikes for |
| times heavier. While jump bicycles are lighter than | | | | freestyle and dirt jumping, you can hop to the nearest |
| freestyle bicycles but heavier than BMX bikes. If you | | | | store and purchase one for yourself. |
| are small in stature, you should not worry because | | | | |