Beach cruiser lowriders or beach bikes have come a long way since they were first made in the 1950s. At that time, beach bikes were designed to resemble a motorcycle. Today, they have greatly improved in design and performance. They are called beach cruiser lowriders because they are built low to the ground and have an elongated shape.
Beach bikes are very comfortable vehicles as they make cruising the beach or highways a breeze. But, for proper comfort, it is necessary to choose the right beach bike.
By the nature of their design, beach bikes are built to offer maximum comfort. Passengers can sit and ride. This keeps your back comfortable. The seat is wide and has more cushioning effect. These bikes have wider seat cushions and tires. Since beach bikes have only one speed, they are easy to ride. All of these features add up to provide maximum driver comfort.
For most people, beach bikes are the epitome of style. This is a bike that is meant to be seen. It’s laid back, cool, and can express your rider’s personality more than anything else.
Today, most beach bikes are mass-produced in China or Taiwan. Of course, this has had a benevolent effect on prices. Unfortunately, it’s not all good news. This type of large-scale production affects quality. Many bikes that would not have passed quality standards in the past are coming onto the market. Most consumers don’t care about durability anyway, as they are immersed in the throwaway culture that is very much a part of the general consumer mindset these days.
However, if you want your beach cruiser to last longer, you should pay attention to the quality of the bike. The best way to distinguish high-quality bikes is to look for weld marks on the bike. If these marks are smooth, you can be sure of the high quality of the bike. On the other hand, lower quality bikes have puddles of metal at the joints where the metal has been welded.
Another issue that most users overlook is the material the bike is made of. Steel or aluminum? Aluminum is lightweight and rust resistant. Therefore, people who live near the beach or take their bikes to the beach regularly are better off with aluminum beach bikes. The downside is that the variety is less when it comes to aluminum. Most beach bikes are made of steel. Therefore, you may find it more difficult to find the bike of your choice if you choose aluminum.
It’s great to take an expert with you when you buy a bike. But don’t worry if you can’t. Just keep your eyes open. Take a close look at the quality of the frame. Test the brakes and buy the bike that catches your eye. You can’t go wrong!