Hover-1 - Trak Electric Dirt Bike for Kids, Silent-chainless motor, Lithium-ion Battery, 9 mi Range, 9 mph Max Speed - Blue
Model: H1-TRAK-BLU
SKU: 6476061
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Customers often highlight the easy assembly process of the Trak Electric Dirt Bike for Kids. Customers appreciate that the bike is easy to put together, making it a convenient choice for parents.
The kids really love this bike. It's fast enough for them to have fun on and learn the basics of throttle control but not so fast that it can really get away from them and get them in trouble. Assembly was pretty straight forward but the instructions were pretty sparce. The included pump is a joke and I can't imagine actually using it to inflate the wheels, I immediately filed mine in the bin. The bike itself is pretty stout. It has put up with quite a few spills and wipe outs with only a few scuffs on the plastic parts. We haven't really tested the claimed range as the girls only use this around the neighborhood but so far it's never left us wanting for more battery. My only real problem with the bike is the size. They state this is intended for twelve year old kids however it appears to be sized for someone half that age. My eight and ten year old girls make this thing look pretty small and the pegs are poorly positioned for anyone larger than an average six year old. That said, the kids don't seem to mind but I do feel they may be learning bad body positioning if they were to try real dirt bikes later on.
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Posted by Sean
I have two daughters, 5 and 8, they both picked up riding bicycles w/o training wheels in a matter of hours so I had confidence that they would be able to ride this electric dirt bike. The recommended age is 8, but both of my girls can ride it. The 5-year-old is a tiny bit wobbly on it, but she manages it and has yet to fall down. The fun will last for hours upon hours with the 9-mile range that this little bike has. I live right across from a dirt pathway, and they love to ride it back and forth hitting the bumps (which there are no shocks, only the padded seat and air-filled tires to soften the blow. Assembly is minimal with some plastic covers and handlebar that needs to be assembled. Initial charging took it a few hours and the charger itself will either show red (charging) or green (charged). The instructions recommend that you do not keep on the charger for longer than needed. So far in the short time that we have had it, I have charged it three times with no issues. I can appreciate the simple design of how this is built, the motor is right inside the rear wheel, batteries are in low in the middle for weight, and there is only a rear disk brake that is operated by a brake lever. There is an on/off button on the left side of the bike and my 8-year-old will sometimes hit it with her leg while she is riding, and it will shut off. No biggie but it is something that she has to watch when she rides it. The throttle can be eased on, so it is not just a full power unless you twist it all the way. I showed them first now to manage that aspect before setting them off and they understood it easily. Over-all this is a great design that is easy to handle and fun to ride. Always have your child wear a helmet just in case and this seems like a good introduction to riding motorcycles or at least a lot of fun putting around the neighborhood.
This review is from Hover-1 - Trak Electric Dirt Bike for Kids, Silent-chainless motor, Lithium-ion Battery, 9 mi Range, 9 mph Max Speed - Red
Posted by Jago
TLDR; Always wear a helmet! 250w brushless motor to propel up to 9mph. 120lb weight limit, and the claimed 9 mph / 9 mile range will vary based on user weight. Pneumatic tires, and air pump included. Rear disc brake activated by left handlebar lever. Right handlebar grip provides a twist throttle like a real motorcycle. Lightweight at around 35lbs so it can be easily transported. Some assembly required out of the box. Out of the box, there is some assembly required, namely attaching the handlebar and affixing the front plastic fairing. Tools are provided in the box so you won’t have to source your own. I did not find it difficult at all to put the handlebar in place; just make sure you line up the handlebar so that it is center and tilted for best comfort. Remember, the left handlebar has the brake lever, and the right handlebar has throttle. Fully assembled, the bike seems very sturdy, yet lightweight for an e-bike made for young kids. The manual states that children 8 years and older are suited for this bike, but as a parent, it is at your discretion to determine if your child is capable of operating this vehicle. Don’t forget the helmet! As far as comfort, the only shock absorbers are the cushioned seat and the 10” air filled tires set to 36psi. Advertised as a dirt bike, I thought there might be at least a rear shock absorber but then realized that it's styled as a dirt bike with tires that match. One design choice that I appreciate is that the brushless motor is directly driving the rear motor versus a chain or belt system found on other e-bikes. This is one less thing to worry about in terms of maintenance. The overall drivetrain, which is effectively just the motor itself, is very quiet. Other notable design plusses are the folding footpegs in the event of a drop or spill. Using the bike boils down to the capability of the user, so be prepared for drops, scrapes and scratches. Assuming the rider is comfortable around a bike, e-bike or any motorized bike for that matter, the Trak provides proportional throttle, meaning the rider can control their speed rather than have the motor pegged at full throttle. Simply roll the throttle a little bit, and the bike will slowly move. Roll more throttle and more speed will develop. This is a great concept for young children to understand as this will carry over to most motorized vehicles as they get older. To stop, simply pull on the left handlebar lever. Since the disc brake is on the rear tire only, there is no chance for the rider to be sent over the handlebars if a panic stop is needed. The only con I can think of is the absence of a battery charge remaining meter. I think that would have been a great addition. Is it fun? Of course! My kids already have a couple of small e-bikes from other brands and they already tell me that the Hover-1 Trak is much lighter and easier to handle. I think that is a big driving point for young kids and gives them the confidence to use the bike. We certainly haven’t tested the 9 mile range limit, but I didn’t detect any degradation of power after an hour of play. I keep the charge topped off between uses so it's ready.
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