Explore The Great Outdoors This Easter With Your FunBikes!

Other than Christmas and your little one’s birthday, Easter is probably their 3rd favourite time of the year.


And what’s not to love? Giant chocolate eggs, a long weekend with Mum and Dad.


And the chance to ride around for 4 days on their favourite FunBikes vehicle without even having to go to school!


So it’s not hard to see why Easter rocks!


But with 4 days at your disposal, you have to make them count and that’s why in this weeks blog, we’ll take a look at the best places to take your electric and petrol FunBikes out for a spin.


We know it can be time-consuming choosing where to go, that’s why we wanted to make the decision for you, so you can spend less time deciding where to go and more time riding and enjoying all your FunBikes.

Electric

At FunBikes HQ, we’re lucky to be surrounded by Sherwood Forest and lots of wonderful country walks.


So it makes sense for us to take our kids to Sherwood Forest or Sherwood Pines for a ride around on the electric quad bike or mini dirt and pit bikes.


Now, strictly speaking, we wouldn’t advise you to take your full-sized dirt or pit bikes here, but if your little one has a mini moto, a mini quad or dirt/pit bike, which is electric. Then, personally, we can’t see any problem with that!


Just as long as you’re mindful of others, respect nature and promise to stay close to Mum and Dad, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t be allowed to ride around a country walk or forest near you.

Petrol

With the long weekend ahead of you, you’ll want to visit a dirt track for sure, to let your petrol quad bike or dirt/pit bike run loose!


Experience the fun with like-minded petrolheads who will more than likely be there for the same reason as you are, to have extreme fun!


Or if you have a large and secluded area of land at your disposal, so long as you’re mindful of others and nature, why not have the full area to yourself and ride around on your favourite FunBike.

Check Before You Go

Some of these places might have Easter egg hunts on the go, so it’s always best to call ahead and check that you’re allowed to ride around on an electric quad bike or motorbike.


But that’s mostly for electric.


If you’ve got a petrol quad or motorbike, you might even already have your favourite spot that you ride around time and time again.


Besides, if you’re going to a dirt track or a race track, more than likely, they’re expecting you to go there with a petrol vehicle. So in that case, there’s no need to call ahead.


Wherever you choose to go to have fun on your FunBikes, be sure to tag us on Instagram and you may get featured on our page. We look forward to seeing the snaps!


Happy Easter!

Revisiting The T-Max Roughrider

A familiar friend in the quad bike range, the T-Max Roughrider is one of our most popular quad bikes amongst our customers and it’s easy to see why!


With so many features, a stylish and sleek design and plenty of hours spent having fun with friends and family, the T-Max Roughrider is almost the go-to for quad bikes amongst kids.


In this article, we’ll look at why the T-Max Roughrider is so popular with our customers and if you don’t have one, why you should think about getting one!

A Wide Range of Colours

First, the most easily recognisable feature of the T-Max Roughrider is the wide selection of colours to choose from!


Select your style, blue, pink, green and red to really match your little kids’ personality and to help them make a statement when they ride the bike!


Not only that, but consider the wow factor! If your little one loves the colour red but you get them a blue or a pink bike, they might not be as surprised and excited to ride it as if it were a red bike.


So Mums and Dads, remember, you’re shopping for them not you! But, if you wanted to have a sneaky peak at the adult quad bikes we have in stock, by all means, take a break and have a look for yourself here.

Petrol And Electric

If you’re wanting to take your kids to a dirt track so they can get the most out of their quad bike and tear it up with their friends, then a petrol quad bike might be the best bet!


Or if you’re thinking more for at home in the garden or to take on long walks with the family, then the electric model might suit you best as it’s much quieter than the petrol version.


But we like to give our customers the choice!

Great Value For Money

Whichever colour you choose to go for, whether it’s petrol or electric, the T-Max Roughrider is currently priced at £595! Believe us when we say, this is exceptional value for money and you’re getting a great deal.


Currently discounted from £695, you can save that £100 or spend it on safety clothing for your little one or spend the extra money on assembly.


Either way for all the features we discussed in this article including the Hydraulic rear brake, fully enclosed footwells, working headlights, twistgrip throttle, off-road tyres and more, you’re certainly getting value for money!

Get The T-Max Roughrider Today!

We’ve got plenty of T-Max Roughriders in stock and ready to be ridden, so what are you waiting for? Pick your colour and model and get excited to ride this amazing quad bike!


Shop Now!

Revisiting The Funkart Pro!

Last year we launched the brand new go-kart, Funkart Pro and it proved to be a success with our customers.


Now we’re revisiting the Funkart Pro as it’s one of our favourite products we have in stock and want to shed some light as to why and why we also think you should seriously consider getting one for your kids.


Hint, they are awesome!

Your Choice Between Petrol And Electric

Why only have the choice of one, when you can have two?


For smaller riders aged 6+, you may want to ride around your garden in a Funkart whilst not disturbing your neighbours, the electric Funkart Pro is quiet and allows for your kids to ride for hours without causing a fuss.


But if your kids are wanting to take their Funkart to a race track or a dirt track, you might find that the petrol version is what you’re looking for to feel the engine roaring behind you!


Either way, whichever model you choose, your kids will have lots of fun!

Ready To Ride

Funkart Pro’s come with a “Ready To Ride” status, with free assembly.


This means that we will assemble and test your Funkart before we dispatch it, to make sure everything is working as it should, so all you need to do is take it off the pallet, maybe charge it up or add petrol to the tank and start it up to ride!


But before you do, be sure that you’ve bought the correct safety gear before your kid's ride.

Fun, Safe And CE Approved

We know more than anyone the dangers of riding our products without responsibility.


Not wearing the correct safety equipment, riding reckless and being dangerous can all lead to accidents that could have otherwise been prevented.


We control as much of this as possible by giving the parents two speed settings, high (30km/h) and low (25km/h).


This means you can control how fast your kids go on the Funkart Pro to match their experience and confidence levels.


Not only that but the Funkart Pro is CE Approved, which means that it has been thoroughly tried and tested and meets EU safety, health and environmental protection requirements.

Get Yours Today!

We’ve got many Funkart Pros in stock and ready to buy.


You could buy today and ride tomorrow!


So take a look at the range online and get yours now.

Time To Get Your FunBikes Ready For Spring / Summer

Spring and Summer are nearly here! And now is the time to start thinking about getting your FunBikes vehicles out, cleaned and raring to go!


In this quick, handy guide, we’ll walk you through the steps you should take to make sure everything is intact and ready to go.

Where To Begin?

The first thing you want to do is to go and pull the covers off your FunBikes and see what state they’re in.


Take it out of storage and move it onto the garden, take a good look around the vehicle and see if you can see any obvious issues right off the bat.


Does any oil need to be applied anywhere? Do any bolts need tightening? Do the tyres need pumping up?


If you have an electric vehicle then you probably want to test the battery and charge it up if it’s flat.


If you have a petrol motor, then you may need to go get some petrol to fill the tank up.


If you’ve recently charged the battery or put some petrol in the vehicle, then you’re ready to start it up to see if everything is in full working order, which, we would expect it to be.

Starting It Up

So you’ve charged the battery up or you’ve got a tank full of petrol. Now it’s time to start it up and give it a quick test ride. Just to see if the power, steering and brakes are all working as they should.


More than likely, everything will be working absolutely fine and as it should.


But It’s just always a good idea to spend a little extra time making sure that your kids quad bike, pit bike, dirt bike, buggy or any product is all ready to go!

Finish Up

This is only a quick-guide after all as there may be nothing wrong with your vehicle or it may have a few issues that (at this stage) we can’t advise on.


But one of the last things you’ll want to do is give your FunBikes a good wash down!


It’s always good to make sure that your vehicles are clean for your kids to jump on them and start riding!


Not only that, but it’s also good maintenance to keep the vehicle clean and looking its best!


And doing these regular maintenance checks and cleaning the vehicle after use (or before use if been put away for a long period of time) can help the longevity of the vehicle.


All that’s left is to plan a trip out with the family so your kids can enjoy their quad bike, pit bike, dirt bike, buggy or whichever vehicle they have!

Need Extra Help?

If you do encounter any issues with your vehicles, get in touch with us today!


Our support team are always on-hand to help answer any questions you may have and to best advise.


We can’t guarantee that we’ll know how to fix the problems you’re having, but we’ll certainly do our best to advise and help as much as we can.


Otherwise, get out there with the family and start enjoying the beautiful Spring and Summer weather!

Three of The Best Buggies At FunBikes

If you’re subscribed to our newsletter, then you’ll know what we sent out to you this week. And if you’re not, you can sign up here!


But to give you a quick overview, we talked about the Shark RV50, The GT80 Trail Blazer and the Mud Rocks Trail Blazer 150.


In this article, we’ll take a look at these three buggies and give you more information on them.

The Shark RV50

Designed with children in mind, this go-anywhere little buggy will tackle steep banks and hillsides to thick muddy tracks!


With a better specification than any of our rivals, the Shark Micro RV buggy now includes a 4 point safety harness and a push-button electric start!


Controls define simplicity with stop / go foot pedals and a throttle restrictor so you can set the desired speed.


The Shark is also quiet, making it ideal for home garden use, and is extremely robust.

The GT80 Trail Blazer

The FunBikes GT80 Trail Blazer is the new updated, and improved version of our best selling GT80 off-road buggy for kids aged 10 and up!


This midi sized buggy will take on all kinds of terrain from steep hills to muddy lanes. It’s a breeze to drive as it’s fully automatic and will provide fun and entertainment for years.


The 200cc engine has enough power to carry two passengers with ease over all sorts of tough terrain. Fitted with twin seats with seat belts, allowing two riders to enjoy a great but safe off-road experience.

The Mud Rocks Trail Blazer 150

The Mud Rocks Trailblazer 150 has been eagerly anticipated since the launch of the smaller Trailblazer last year.


The new Trailblazer 150 is a full-size buggy suitable for adults and teenagers alike. It is powered by a tried and tested GY6 150cc engine that has been powering power sports products for decades.


The Trailblazer 150 is a must-have for all budding off-road driving enthusiasts.

Ready To Buy?

Head on over to the product pages to get your brand new off-road buggy today.


Whether it’s the kids buggy or the adult buggy, they’re really exciting and you have to ride them to fully understand why.

Where Are The Best Places To Ride My Quad Bike?

Our customers often get in touch to ask us, where they can actually ride their quad bikes once they buy them.


And our answer is usually the same.


If you have a road legal quad bike then you’re allowed by law, to ride your quad bike on the road.


But that mostly applies to adults. As children should not be allowed to ride on the road without a drivers licence and be under the age of 17.


With that being said, there are still plenty of places your children can ride their quad bikes and in this article, we’ll look at some places to go, just to give you an idea!

In Your Garden

Perhaps the most obvious place that comes to mind is your garden.


Your child won’t be disturbed and if they’re playing with their friends, then it’s just as enjoyable for them, no matter where they are.


Furthermore, you can keep your eye on them, especially if they have an accident and hurt themselves.


In order to prevent any accidents though, you should definitely buy all the necessary equipment and protection for peace of mind on your part and their own safety for theirs.

In A Forest

If you live in an area where you live near a lot of forests where people and families often go for walks, why not take the quad bike there for your child to drive around on?

We would suggest calling ahead before you do go and double-check that you're allowed to ride your quad bike.


But we would imagine as long as they don’t harm nature or ruin the landscape with the quad bike, this shouldn’t be a problem.


We would only suggest taking electric quad bikes as with petrol quad bikes can be quite noisy, especially for other people who are walking.


So it’s important to respect other walkers and families.


If you have a petrol quad bike, you could also look for dirt tracks where, quad bikes, dirt bikes and alike are all welcome to make as much noise and have as much fun as possible!

On Holiday

Depending on where you go on holiday, especially if it’s in the UK, some holiday sites may allow you to ride your own quad bikes.


Just to be sure, we would advise calling your holiday park ahead of time to double-check that it is indeed allowed as it may be up to the discretion of the individual parks.


But having a quad bike, especially at getaway parks such as Center Parcs, is a great way to have fun and get around the village!


Again, we would imagine that these parks only allow for electric quad bikes to be brought onto their park and it's best calling ahead just so you know the rules on the park.


So for petrolheads, you may need to think outside the box. But here we would say Google is your best friend to find local places to drive your petrol quad bike.

Ready To Ride?

This was just a quick article to give you an idea of where you can ride your quad bikes once you get them.


We would always suggest giving the places a call ahead of time, just so that you know the rules and regulations. As the last thing you’d want is to turn up only to be not allowed in the forest or holiday park on your quad bikes.


So be sure to call ahead and check!


For all quad bikes, electric and petrol and safety gear, take a look at our wide range online today at FunBikes.

3 Things You Should Know Before Riding A Pit Bike

If your child has never ridden a pit bike before but they’re convinced that this is what they want to do with their life, then there are things you need to know before jumping on the bike.


Entry-level pit bikes such as the M2R Racing KX110F and the KX125 pit bikes offer a complete introductory level into the world of motocross.


But at the end of the day, they’re still pit bikes, with a powerful engine and should be treated with responsibility and respect.


In this article, we’ll take a look at 3 things you should know before riding a pit bike.

Don’t Go Cheap On Safety Equipment

First and foremost, safety should be your number one concern and factor.


And we understand, you’ve spent all this money on a brand new pit bike for your son or daughter that, you want to save money where you can.


But safety gear should not be it. We would argue that you should spend as much money as you can afford on the safety gear first and then buy the pit bike afterwards.


That’s because you cannot put a price on safety. Helmets, goggles, riders outfit, elbow and knee pads, gloves and boots. These will all help keep your child safe when riding a pit bike. Because it is a motorbike, after all, just a smaller, entry-level version.

It’s NOT Like Riding A Bike

Many people jump on a pit bike or a dirt bike thinking that it’ll be similar to riding a traditional bicycle, this couldn’t be further from the truth.


When you sit on a bicycle your weight is on your bum as you sit and ride throughout the countryside or wherever you may be cycling.


When you sit on a pit bike, you don’t want to have all your weight on your bum, instead, you want to lean forward and distribute the weight evenly across the bike so you have more control of the bike and its movements.


Don’t just turn with your arms and hands, also turn your body slightly to mimic movements on a normal motorbike, this will help develop the fundamentals of riding a motorbike if your child wants to go that far up.


Now, we’re not saying knee to the ground here! But rather start to have your body in tune with the movements you make with the bike to help you when you get your next dirt bike or motorbike.


Sit comfortably and don’t sit too far back as you would on a bicycle, sit a little more forward, giving you more control over the bike as you ride.

Practice With The Bike Off

There’s nothing wrong with sitting on your brand new pit bike, learning how things work with the power turned off. And in fact, we’d encourage it! 

Get used to the pit bike, the seat, the handlebars, the clutch, everything. Practice changing gears, practice your body movements and how you’ll sit on the bike.


Then, whenever you feel comfortable and ready to do so, take the bike outside (Mum and Dad might be a little bit upset with you if you start the bike up in the living room!) and put into practice what you’ve been doing with the bike turned off.

Shop The Entry-Level Pit Bike Range

The M2R Racing KX110F and KXF125 are two great entry-level pit bikes to start out with. But it’s not just those, we’ve got a wide range of pit bikes in stock and available at FunBikes.


So take a look online and get yours today!