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Originally posted by deanp
I don't want to preach, but you asked for an opinion... and I 'll preface my comment with the fact that I rode dirtbikes and ATV's for a long time and I don't agree with the CPSC's 'recommendations' on age. I think the machine should be matched to size and ability.
I think that just under three on a 110cc ATV is too much too soon.
It's hard to see from the pic, but my guess is the height and width of the seat causes him to stand, barely reaching the pegs. Not good ergonomics.
He's most likely only in the yard, but those shoes with no socks? Put some boots on him.
Don't happen to agree with 2 up rides either, especially since he is so small and the machine is new to him.
We started my nephew on a 50cc 2 stroke when he was about 4, he out grew it phyically in a couple years, but the market for small used ATV commands almost new prices so you don't lose much.
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Good points,
The engine size is really irrelevant as I have it governed down to a speed I am comfortible with and it's certainly no faster than a 50cc two stroker.
He cannot reach both pegs, but he does sit with one foot on a peg and the other on the case. I know it's too big, but I just want him to get familair with the concepts....and they don't really make them any smaller.
Already addressed the boots and I agree entirely. Which is why his feet are up in that first pic for just puttin' around with me.
Two up is only with older folks, he is not taking anyone under teen age for rides even though they are barely moving.
So I agree with most of your points. Again, it's not like I let him tear it up at full speed. It's set up only slightly faster than his electric jeep. If you saw it in action you would probably not be worried.