Super Pocket Bikes

Typically pocket bikes are a 1/4 scale of a full size motorcycle. They usually have very small 47cc, 49cc or 50cc two-stroke engines. Super pocket bikes, on the other hand, are 1/2 scale replicas of sportbikes, aka crotch rockets. Super pocket bikes usually come equipped with 110cc engines with either an automatic or 4 speed transmission.

While the top speed of typical pocket bikes range in the 25-30mph range, their 'super' big brothers often range from 55-70+ mph, a dangerously fast speed for such a little motorcycle. Often, these versions are used for racing and is a much cheaper alternative to superbike racing.

Typically, super pocket bikes are near replicas of their crotchrocket counterparts. Also known as super pocket rockets, these mini bikes come equipped with all the ammenities you'd expect to find on a full size motorcycle.

You'll find that most models come equipped with a working speedometer, front and rear disc brakes, a horn, brake lights and pretty much everything else you'd expect from a street legal motorcycle. The only difference is a smaller engine and frame. In fact, some dealers pitch these as actually being "street legal" though you'd have to check with your local traffic police to find out for sure.

The first thing you should know about pocket bikes, in general, is that you get what you pay for. There are alot of pocketbike dealers that sell super versions, with prices ranging from $350-$3,000 (yes that's three thousands dollars). Those are usually the high quality Italian made su