How Much Does A Bike Cost?

Bicycles have been around since the 1800’s, and worldwide more than 1 billion people ride them. Bicycles are no longer just a child’s recreational toy. In many parts of the world, bicycles are the main mode of transportation. Bicycles are also widely used by the military and law enforcement. Bicycles come in many shapes and sizes. Prices for bicycles depend on many factors such as size, function, and brand name.  When shopping for a bicycle, consideration must be given to what the bicycle will be used for. Someone who will be riding a bicycle on a casual basis will need a different bike than someone who will be riding it many miles a day to work, or someone who is training for a race.

Exercise Bike Cost

The price for an exercise bike depends mostly on its construction and extra added features. For example, recumbent bikes that are ergonomically designed to be safer for the knees and back, are 10% more expensive on average than traditional upright bikes. Prices for recumbent stationary bikes start at $250 and go as high as $2500. Recumbent bike prices depend largely on the resistance levels that are available and the number of preprogrammed work outs. The most expensive bikes have as many as 25 levels of resistance and 13 programmed workouts. There is even one for $5000 that has a 17 inch LCD television screen.

Dirt Bike Cost

When asking how much a dirt bike costs, you need to factor in the cost of safety equipment as well. There are a lot of spills and falls in motocross, especially in competition. Helmets and pads are essential. There is also special padding that is attached to the bicycle to make it safer. For someone who is just riding for fun, a dirt bike will cost about $150. For competition purposes, it is best to go with a more expensive brand that specializes in racing bicycles.

BMX Bike Cost

BMX stands for bicycle motocross, and it is a very popular outdoor sport. It has increased in popularity with the emergence of televised events like the X Games. Purchasing a BMX bike can be very costly, so it is important to do some research and have a conversation with a knowledgeable dealer. BMX bikes start out at about $150 for a beginner’s model. Prices climb from there up to $1000 or more for professional models. Professional BMX bikes are extremely rugged and lightweight.  BMX is a fun if not dangerous sport. The racing aspect is not as dangerous as some of the trick competitions where the riders take their bikes airborne and do various twists and flips.

Mountain Bike Cost

A mountain bike is an all-terrain bicycle designed to be used off road. These bikes are constructed to be able to withstand the rigors of riding on rough terrain, including rocky trails and steep inclines. They have knobby tires to give them better traction in this rough cycling environment. Mountain bike prices start as low as $100. However, you can expect to pay $300 to $400 for a good quality mountain bike. On the very high end, some professional racing mountain bikes retail for $3000. These bikes need to be light weight yet durable. The most expensive bikes are very light weight yet still strong for mountain terrain.

Road Bike Cost

Road bikes are made for traveling on paved asphalt roads. These bikes are lightweight, with narrow high-pressure tires and multiple gears. There are many different types used for specific applications. Touring bikes are made to carry slightly heavier loads than other road bikes. Triathlon bikes are made for speed at long distances and are designed aerodynamically. Trek makes some of the best and most expensive road bikes. The price for their most expensive triathlon bike is $11891. Their least expensive triathlon models are priced at just under $2000. The Trek fitness bikes are much less expensive, ranging from $450 to just over $2000.