A Guide To Bmx Frames

When buying the frame for a BMX, you must first decide a number of things. This is important in making the right decision about what BMX frame to buy.




Firstly, it is important to know that the price of the BMX frame is mostly determined by its weight and strength. If you pay more for your frame, it will be lighter and stronger than if you elect to buy a cheaper one. Buying a less expensive frame may obviously be a good idea if you do not intend to ride the BMX regularly. If you do intend to ride it regularly, however, it may be worth taking the plunge and buying a lighter, stronger, more expensive frame. Much is, of course, dependent on how much you can afford to spend on the frame.



In terms of what the frame is made from, there are three materials which are commonly used to make BMX frames. The most common of these is chrome moly (an alloy made from cromium and molybednum). This is popular amongst experienced riders due to its lightness and strength.



However for this reason, chrome moly frames are expensive. Therefore, younger or less experienced riders may choose to buy a steel frame. Whilst these lack the lightness and strengh of chrome moly frames, they are less costly, and are still a suitable choice for new riders.




Aluminium is also used as a material for BMX frames. This is particularly common in BMX race bikes, where the extra strength in the welds between joints is of extra use, as these areas become more stressed in races. Unless you intend to buy the BMX specifically for the purpose of racing, it would be better advised to look at buying a frame made from one of the other materials.



You will find that there is some variation between the sizes of frame available. Sizes are as follows: a 'micro mini' BMX frame is designed for someone aged 5 or under a 'mini' BMX frame is designed for someone aged 5-7, a 'junior' BMX frame is designed for someone aged 8-10, an 'expert' BMX frame is designed for someone aged 10-13, and a 'pro' BMX frame is designed for someone aged 13 and above. Variations on these sizes (XL, XXL) take into account the height and weight of the rider.



When making the decision as to what size BMX frame to buy, whilst it is worth using the size guide mentioned above, much of what size BMX frame to buy should be determined by your own preference. Choosing a size that you are comfortable with etc is the most important factor in deciding what BMX frame to buy. Also, the size of the BMX frame will have some determination over the size of tyres etc, so this is worth remembering.




Overall, when buying your BMX frame, if you take into consideration all of these points, you will have no problems. Whilst you must be careful when deciding which frame to buy; it is, afterall, at least ?200 you are likely to spend; making this decision should be a fun and straightforward task.