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It’s every child’s dream to become a race car driver, isn’t it?


And whilst it may look exciting on the TV, in real-life, F1 drivers are true athletes with a fighter-pilot mentality.


There is a lot of hard work, focus and determination that goes on behind the scenes that we don’t, as fans, often get to see.


But with the release of Netflix’s Drive To Survive Season 3, we thought it’d be a great time to help Mums and Dads get their children into the sport if they didn’t already know how to do so.


It’s not as easy as it is in this article, but these are some of the most common steps to becoming an F1 driver!

Start Karting

First, you need to buy a go-kart and here at FunBikes, we have you covered. Shop the go-karts range at FunBikes and start by taking your children to some race tracks near you to get a feel of the track and how to drive their go-kart around it.


If they like it and continue to get better and better, maybe think about going up to the next level of competition.


Maybe their friends are doing it, or they already love Formula 1 and want to experience the thrill of a race for themselves.


Take a look online to see if there are any karting competitions near you that you could enter your kids into and see how they go!


Whilst it’s at a significantly smaller scale, karting introduces the basic fundamentals of a racing driver and ignites that flame and passion for the sport. As well as the hunger to win!


Many, if not all, of the greatest F1 drivers, started out Karting from Aryton Senna, Michael Schumacher to Sebastian Vettel and Lewis Hamilton. It’s the perfect introduction to the world of racing cars.

Commitment, Dedication, Hard Work

Once you’re in the sport, you’re in. You need to be committed to practising, improving your skill and getting better and better.


This is why it’s important to gauge whether or not your child loves racing and karting before starting to introduce the importance of hard work and dedication needed to succeed at the top level.


If they love Formula 1 and racing already, it shouldn’t be too much of a push to help them to stay focused on their goals, taking them to race tracks each weekend and sharing that experience with them.


And you never know, if they do succeed at the highest level, those fond memories of Mum and Dad at the race track with them, may become the driving force as to why they push themselves and keep on going.


But this isn’t a quick thing. It can take years to hone your skills and train. It may even mean seeing less of your family and friends and seeing more time on the track competing at competitions.


Not only that but it can be quite an expensive hobby for your child to have as it’s not a cheap sport to be in and the costs of becoming a racing driver can sometimes be a financial burden to climb the ranks!

Train The Body And Mind

First, it’s important to address the element of experiencing losses time and time again until finally, you become the one everyone is trying to beat.


But those losses, crashes and heart-stopping moments are not for the faint-hearted. It’s important to develop a strong body and mind in order to succeed.


Furthermore, most drivers are in their top, peak physical condition and whilst on the karting tracks, health isn’t as important as the ranks of the F1, those little focuses on diet, exercise and more could prove to give your child the advantage of being quicker than others.


Reaction times too are important and thinking on the spot is crucial to be able to react quickly to the events unfolding on the track. Whether it’s the opportunity to overtake, reacting to a crash or being one step ahead of the competition, it can all go to who comes out on top!

Build Relationships With Teams And Sponsors

In order to get to the next level, parents, you may need to build relationships with other Mum’s and Dad’s on track, as well as other teams and sponsors. Even at the lowest level.


If your child is very serious about it and they’re good, then networking can help jump to the next level.


This is where it’s make or break as it can be quite expensive to fund the journey of a young racing driver, without the help of a sponsor!


But more often than not, the better your child is at racing, the more they are likely to be scouted with sponsors wanting to work with you.

Have Fun!

Being a race car driver is a lot of work and there’s so much time, money, effort and energy that goes into becoming an F1 driver that, you can forget why you started in the first place!


Even if you don’t make it to the F1 podium and your kids only having fun competing at karting level, it’s still important to have fun, racing your friends, teammates and enemies, whether that’s on a local karting track or under the bright lights of Silverstone!

Conclusion

Whilst this is more of a fun article on how to become an F1 driver, some of the tips we talked about can actually help you break onto the circuit of karting.


There should be no forcing or pressuring your child into becoming an F1 driver as it’s an extremely difficult sport to get into and stick with.


Ultimately what it comes down to is your child having fun, regardless of whether they’re driving against their friends in a local competition, or at the highest level.

Your Choice Between Petrol And Electric

Why only have the choice of one, when you can have two?


For smaller riders aged 6+, you may want to ride around your garden in a Funkart whilst not disturbing your neighbours, the electric Funkart Pro is quiet and allows for your kids to ride for hours without causing a fuss.


But if your kids are wanting to take their Funkart to a race track or a dirt track, you might find that the petrol version is what you’re looking for to feel the engine roaring behind you!


Either way, whichever model you choose, your kids will have lots of fun!

Ready To Ride

Funkart Pro’s come with a “Ready To Ride” status, with free assembly.


This means that we will assemble and test your Funkart before we dispatch it, to make sure everything is working as it should, so all you need to do is take it off the pallet, maybe charge it up or add petrol to the tank and start it up to ride!


But before you do, be sure that you’ve bought the correct safety gear before your kid's ride.

Fun, Safe And CE Approved

We know more than anyone the dangers of riding our products without responsibility.


Not wearing the correct safety equipment, riding reckless and being dangerous can all lead to accidents that could have otherwise been prevented.


We control as much of this as possible by giving the parents two speed settings, high (30km/h) and low (25km/h).


This means you can control how fast your kids go on the Funkart Pro to match their experience and confidence levels.


Not only that but the Funkart Pro is CE Approved, which means that it has been thoroughly tried and tested and meets EU safety, health and environmental protection requirements.

Get Yours Today!

We’ve got many Funkart Pros in stock and ready to buy.


You could buy today and ride tomorrow!


So take a look at the range online and get yours now.

We would suggest calling ahead before you do go and double-check that you're allowed to ride your quad bike.


But we would imagine as long as they don’t harm nature or ruin the landscape with the quad bike, this shouldn’t be a problem.


We would only suggest taking electric quad bikes as with petrol quad bikes can be quite noisy, especially for other people who are walking.


So it’s important to respect other walkers and families.


If you have a petrol quad bike, you could also look for dirt tracks where, quad bikes, dirt bikes and alike are all welcome to make as much noise and have as much fun as possible!

On Holiday

Depending on where you go on holiday, especially if it’s in the UK, some holiday sites may allow you to ride your own quad bikes.


Just to be sure, we would advise calling your holiday park ahead of time to double-check that it is indeed allowed as it may be up to the discretion of the individual parks.


But having a quad bike, especially at getaway parks such as Center Parcs, is a great way to have fun and get around the village!


Again, we would imagine that these parks only allow for electric quad bikes to be brought onto their park and it's best calling ahead just so you know the rules on the park.


So for petrolheads, you may need to think outside the box. But here we would say Google is your best friend to find local places to drive your petrol quad bike.

Ready To Ride?

This was just a quick article to give you an idea of where you can ride your quad bikes once you get them.


We would always suggest giving the places a call ahead of time, just so that you know the rules and regulations. As the last thing you’d want is to turn up only to be not allowed in the forest or holiday park on your quad bikes.


So be sure to call ahead and check!


For all quad bikes, electric and petrol and safety gear, take a look at our wide range online today at FunBikes.

Get used to the pit bike, the seat, the handlebars, the clutch, everything. Practice changing gears, practice your body movements and how you’ll sit on the bike.


Then, whenever you feel comfortable and ready to do so, take the bike outside (Mum and Dad might be a little bit upset with you if you start the bike up in the living room!) and put into practice what you’ve been doing with the bike turned off.

Shop The Entry-Level Pit Bike Range

The M2R Racing KX110F and KXF125 are two great entry-level pit bikes to start out with. But it’s not just those, we’ve got a wide range of pit bikes in stock and available at FunBikes.


So take a look online and get yours today!

It comes with a higher output engine with 120cc capacity, meaning this bike is suited to riders looking for more of a thrill!

M2R RF125

The M2R RF125 is a great introductory pit bike to the RF range for those who are serious about wanting to learn how to ride a motorbike or for those looking for a recreational experience.


The RF range comes as standard with a strengthened CRF110 frame and some nice aesthetical touches that are exclusive to this particular range.

M2R RF140

The M2R RF140 adds in that extra power that you’re missing in the RF125 but keeps most of the same features such as the snapback levers and gripper seat, spring adjustable rear shock absorber, extended swing arm and the reliability you would expect from a YX 4-stroke engine.

So if your teen or young adult is at a more experienced stage, then the RF140 might be the bike for them!

M2R RF160

The M2R RF160 is the top end range of the RF series by M2R and offers 160cc of power!

As with the RF125 and RF140, they all offer most of the same features across the board, the main difference is the YX Motorsport 160cc engine size which is fitted for pure performance!

M2R KMXR125

The M2R KMXR125 is more for adults and teenagers than it is for younger teenagers.


If you were looking for an entry-level bike, we would suggest the KX110F or KXF125. However, the KMXR125 offers intermediate riders a chance to really hone their skills after gaining their confidence to be able to move onto these bigger and more powerful bikes.

M2R KMXR160

Finally, we have the M2R KMXR160, similar to the KMXR125, this bike should be treated with the respect it deserves!


Some of the features include a YX Motorsport 160cc 4-stroke engine, a toned gripped seat and vented disc brakes to help you stop when going at fast speeds.


Ideal for the more experienced riders who are verging on the expert status!

Ready To Buy Your M2R Pit Bike?

So there you have it, all of the M2R pit bikes we currently have available at FunBikes today. But don’t hang around, these are some of the most popular bikes we sell and they’re always going in and out of stock, so be sure to hurry to get yours today!


Hopefully, now you have a better idea of the range of M2R bikes and which one would suit your child best.


And if you ever have any questions, feel free to get in touch with us today! Our team are on-hand to help answer any questions you may have and to best advise you on your purchase.

Mini Pit Bikes

Maybe your son or daughter has started to outgrow their pushbike and they’re wanting something more?


Why not consider a mini pit bike?


They’re fun, fast and thrilling to ride! But don’t worry mums and dads, they’re made for children ages 8 to 12 and depending on the skill of your child, with your discretion, you could even have your 6-year-old ride these mini pit bikes.


However, we stress that you must consider the height, weight and level of skill of the rider before putting them on this bike. After all, it is a motorbike and even if it’s a mini version that’s made for kids, it should still be treated with responsibility and safety.

Mini Quad Bikes

Maybe your little one isn’t fond of bikes and a quad bike is something they’d rather enjoy.


Well, you’re in luck, as we stock so 


So take a look at the different models available, the Ranger, the Toxic, the T-Max Roughrider and plenty more designs and brands to choose from!

Ready To Buy?

Take a look at all the different vehicles we have to offer online at FunBikes.


Whether you’re looking for a quad, mini bike or electric scooter, we have those as well as so much more available.


Find your next FunBike and shop online today!

We're continuously adding more scooters to our adult electric scooter range, as we believe they're practical and deliver on performance, durability and efficiency.

So let's take a look at some of the reasons an electric scooter could be a good investment!

Environmentally Friendly

Looking at the new Halo M4 Electric Scooter which is fully equipped with a 48v 18AH Lithium battery and has a charge time between 6-9 hours, it doesn’t rely on petrol or diesel to run, instead, it runs on the optimal Lithium battery which has an optimum range of 65km.


As technology improves with batteries becoming more powerful, durable and sustainable, it’s easy to see a world that is becoming more environmentally friendly.

Easy Storage And Transportation

One of the key features of most electric scooters, including the Halo M4, is the folding function that allows for easy storage and transportation.


It’s so compact that it can be stored in your home, out the way, so that you can charge it overnight, ready for the next day or for a weekend adventure! Without having to compromise on space.


And this rings true for the Halo M4, with a folding size of L120cm x W23cm x H42cm, it’s incredibly compact and ideal for home storage.

Incredible Value For Money

One of the best points of owning an electric scooter is the one-time big investment you make. With a car, you constantly pay for petrol, car insurance, MOTs, the list is endless!


With an electric scooter, you pay the one-off fee and then that’s it. If you use the scooter a lot, you may eventually need to replace the battery, but this could be years after your original purchase.


So for the price and the features you get, we believe that they’re incredible value for money.


Take a look at our electric scooter range today and with the release of the all-new Halo M4, we think it’s a great time to buy an electric scooter.

This will help you understand how the scooter or cycle rides on smooth surfaces, how you can ride it to get the best performance out of it all while learning and practising your tricks with other like-minded scooter and skate enthusiasts.

10 Inch Big Wheel Tyres

The tyres accompanied by the front and rear spring suspension means that this scooter can handle dirt tracks and bumpy roads.


They’re much more sturdy and grip to the road so that when you ride the scooter, you’ll feel the grip, the precision of handling and enjoy the way it rides.

LCD Large Dash Display

Never worry again about how long left you to have on your electric scooter with the new LCD large dash display. It will tell you the current battery level as well as what gear you’re currently in.


Allowing you to just focus on the ridge without having to worry about battery levels and gears.

Ready To Buy The New Chaos GT1600?

Get your brand new Chaos GT1600 electric scooter from FunBikes today.