Motorbikes are popular among kids in the same ways that these are popular among adults. Both kids and adults will then love motorbike games played on personal computers with online connections. Think of it this way: The opportunity to drive your own motorbike in the comfort of your own home – or the opportunity for kids to ride virtual motorbikes, thus, taking away the element of danger, for that matter – makes these flash games popular.

Why We Love Motorbikes

Motorbikes are mechanized forms of transport, of which the most famous are the so-called big bikes like Harley Davidson, sports bikes used in extreme sports, and scooters used in places like sunny California. Why do we love these bikes even when cars like sedans, sports utility vehicles and minivans are also available? We can cite two reasons.

For one thing, the sense of freedom while riding your motorbike is exciting, indeed, with the air caressing your face and blowing through your hair. The combination of fresh air, warm sunshine and the open road is irresistible, which is in contrast with riding in a closed car.

Of course, playing motorbike games will not provide for the same experience as actually riding on a motorbike but it must be said that the adrenaline rush is almost similar. You must drive, so to speak, the motorbike through roads, footpaths and obstacles so you must have focus similar to driving the real thing.

For another thing, the adrenaline rush that comes with driving motorbikes at high speeds is one of the best in the world! You have the ability to control your vehicle and your destination in a way that other extreme sports cannot provide. You can choose to enjoy the scenery or to zip by it in lightning speed, for example.

In a similar way, motorbike games give a similar sense of control sans the safety issues like crashing into the barrier, falling off a cliff and colliding with other vehicles. These games are played online with just the hands controlling the direction, speed and movement of the virtual motorbike - look, Ma, no hands but don’t worry, it’s just a mouse and keyboard I’m not holding.

Why We Love Motorbike Flash Games

Several conclusions can be made about the reasons for loving motorbike flash games in the eyes of parents and their children:

• Safety issues are non-existent.

This is probably the foremost reason why parents give their permission for kids to play these flash games. The safety issues are non-existent because the kids are sitting in front of the computer playing the game instead of actually driving mini-motorbikes out on the streets.

Since these games are also non-violent, parents appreciate it that kids are not exposed to violent scenarios. This is not the case with war-based games that researchers have found to encourage misbehavior among players.

• Skills development is a fact.

Playing motorbike games develops comprehension and cognition skills. Children must learn the appropriate movements in order to control the virtual motorbike’s speed, direction and movement, develop their hand-eye coordination, and strategize with their teammates to win the race, among other skills. Keep in mind that flash games have been proven by scientists to improve the players’ physical, mental and social skills when the games are played with moderate frequency (i.e., an hour a day)

Of course, motorbike games are fun, easy to access, and free! These are sufficient reasons that encourage parents to let their children play these flash games.

Author's Bio: 

The Author, Charles Mutrie creates child friendly and educational games. Motorbike racing games is another new addition for our children to enjoy.