How to Make a Freestyle Dirt Bike

Becoming the next Travis Pastrana or Kyle Loza requires lots of practice, nerves as hard as ice and a highly modified bike. A new freestyle motocross rider needs a bike that will provide maximum safety while allowing for maneuverability. Lots of money, time and work has to be put into a top-notch freestyle dirt bike.

Things You'll Need

  • 250 cc motocross bike 3
  • Handlebar stabilizer
  • Chain guide
  • Silencer
  • Suspension
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Instructions

    • 1

      Buy a 250 cc freestyle motocross bike. The 125 cc variety isn't used much in freestyle competitions because of the smaller motor.

    • 2

      Attach a handlebar stabilizer to the bottom end of the handlebars. It will help the handlebars maintain position during harder tricks.

    • 3

      Place an aftermarket chain guide along the chain on the motor. It will prevent slipping during tricks.

    • 4

      Place a silencer pipe on the motor. It will increase power and speed.

    • 5

      Apply a stiffer shock to the suspension to help soften the landings on long jumps and to provide extra pressure on take offs.

    • 6

      Place a piece of small tubing around the throttle cables and lock it tight to the handlebars with a zip-tie. You don't want to clip the cables while trying a cliffhanger, placing your feet under the handlebars while extending out your hands over your head.

    • 7

      Shave the seat down so that it is easier to move around the bike.

    • 8

      Cut holes in the plastic under the seat to allow for superman grabs and other tricks.

    • 9

      Trim the rear fender down to increase mobility.