How to Buy a Mongoose BMX Bike
Mongoose, which started in a Southern California garage back in 1974, is an innovator in the world of BMX bicycles. The first to use magnesium wheels on its performance bikes, Mongoose has a reputation as a leader in BMX technology, with proprietary features such as adjustable handling in the head tube and a suspension that reduces movement in the pedals while jumping.
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Instructions
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Look for a bike shop in your area that is authorized to sell Mongoose BMX models. Mongoose is one of the largest manufacturers of BMX bikes in the world and has established a large dealer network to assist customers in selecting the right BMX bike for all needs, skill levels and budgets. Buy from a dealer with the largest selection of Mongoose BMX bikes.
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Choose between the three categories of BMX bikes when you buy a Mongoose. Team bikes, such as the Fraction, Shield and Legion models, are stripped down and light. Freestyle bikes, such as the Villain and Mischief, are heavier and more durable, and dirt street bikes have a combination of features for a variety of BMX activities.
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Have the Mongoose BMX dealer fit the bike to your riding style and body size. This means choosing the right size frame and wheels, adjusting the seat and handlebars properly and choosing the right safety equipment such as a helmet, goggles and elbow and knee pads. You should also ask about a small tool kit containing wrenches, patch kits and spoke tighteners to bring along to races and competitions.
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Ride your Mongoose BMX bike in the parking lot of the bike dealer before you buy it. Don't be too aggressive with jumping and stunts and accidentally scratch or damage the bike. Ensure that the bike is the right fit for you and that it feels solid and durable as well as maneuverable.
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Log on to the Mongoose BMX site to find out more about the many models of bikes offered (see Resources below). You can also read reviews of the various Mongoose BMX bikes, as well as watch videos of the bikes in action at races and competitions.
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Tips & Warnings
Choose a knobbier set of tires for your BMX bike if you are looking to gain traction on dirt surfaces and smoother tires if you are looking for increased speed.
