What Types of Bikes are Available

Different Kinds of Bikes:

 Bicycling has been a major pastime and it still hasn’t reached its peak. More and more people are still jumping on the bandwagon of going “biking” for different reasons.

  Bicycles are technically defined as a vehicle. It has two wheels, a frame, saddle, pedals and is human-powered. The “bike” as we all call it today, has been integral in the modern history of many cultures all over the world. It is also a symbol of fun, fitness and environment-consciousness today.

  There are different types of bicycles that are available out there in the markets today to cater to different people who are engaged in different biking activities. Discussed below are the different kinds of bikes and what they are used for.

Mountain Bikes:

  Mountain bikes are primarily designed for the outdoors. There are a number of different sub-types of mountain bikes such as cross country bikes, downhill bikes and free-ride bikes. They are designed to be sturdy. These bikes have very durable frames, handlebars that are designed to counter the sudden jolts while riding and they usually have more than 20 gears. The most noticeable aspect of a mountain bike is its suspension system. Mountain bikes should make the off-road trip as comfortable as possible; therefore, they use high-quality suspension systems, which uses gas shock, air and spring.

Utility Bikes:

  Utility bikes are perhaps the most common type of bike out there today. They are usually plain and simple, but they are very important in function. They are used primarily for running errands, shopping or commuting. More and more people are using them to go about their daily routine because they are fairly convenient to use and requires very minimal maintenance. Utility bikes are made with sturdy, heavy frames and upright handlebars. They usually employ internal hub gearing. These bikes usually have some other accessories that would help the owner do his errands such as a basket in front of the handlebars; however, utility bikes are not meant to be used in more specialized biking activities such as touring and mountain biking.

Tour Bikes:

  These bikes, like the mountain bikes, are made to be sturdy. They are used as a main transportation vehicle to tour long distances. Tour bikes should have the capability of holding extra weight for baggage and should have good gearing systems so as to efficiently transfer the energy of the driver for very long trips.

 Racing Bikes:

  What’s a good thing to do with a bike if you’re not into using it in everyday life? Race with it! For those people who would want to experience the sheer sound of the wind rushing against the bareness of their faces, they should try getting a race bike. Of course, race bikes are not for everyone, but what the heck? They are still things of beauty.

  Racing bikes are primarily made for speed. Race bikes, unlike the other bikes are made with ultra lightweight frames and are primarily stripped off every accessory to maximize speed.  They are usually equipped with a medium range gearing system, which can range from 18 to 30 gears. There are different sub-types of racing bikes such as time trial bikes and track bikes. All race bikes are equipped with a frame that maximizes the aerodynamic capabilities of the machine, therefore maximizing speed as well. Racing bikes are primarily used for racing and nothing more. Most of these bikes don’t even have brake systems in them.

Others:

  There are other types of bikes that are available out there in the market such as the “audax” bikes which are used in brevet rides. There are also recumbent bikes which employ a diamond frame. No, it’s not made of diamond, but the shape and geometry of the frame resembles that of a diamond.

  The different uses of bikes have been dealt with above, while discussing the different kinds of bikes. Bikes are a universally accepted mode of transportation. They are used in different professions as well such as in the postal service. Cops have also adopted the use of bikes in patrolling certain places, especially the crowded ones. The resurgence of the use of bikes in police work has given the bike a more “macho” image.

  They are also used for recreation. People use them to tour long distances to get closer with nature. Other people take their bikes further and use them to traverse mountains and hills. Other people also use the bikes to stroll in the park.

Custom Search