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Starting Them Young: Husqvarna And GASGAS Launch Kids Balance E-Bikes

For most of us, we got our first taste of the two-wheeled lifestyle aboard a bicycle that was probably way too big for us. Kids these days, however, have it much easier. Nowadays, both bicycle and motorcycle manufacturers are developing bikes to shorten the learning curve of young riders, effectively breeding the next generation of elite riders in the process.

A good example of this would be the whole balance bike trend. By eliminating pedals, kids can grasp the fundamentals of riding on two wheels without the added pressure of having to pedal. This also gives kids the option to either transition to cycling or motocross riding as they grow up, as the essentials when it comes to balancing a two-wheeler are the same. This is why balance bikes from the likes of Husqvarna have gained popularity among the youngsters and their parents.

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