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Brand: Step2

Located in: Children's Products, Ride on Toys

Sporty, battery-operated motorcycle is a thrill ride for youngsters

Easy single pedal operation
Forward speed up to 3.5 MPH
Durable roto-molded construction and long-lasting poly wheels
6-volt battery charger included
Stop-Lock motor system stops when the pedal is released
Made in USA of US and imported parts (battery, charger, motor and gearbox made in China)
Maximum weight 50 lbs.
Minimal assembly required

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Avg. Customer Rating:

4.1 stars

(based on 12 reviews)

83% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Easy to assemble(8), Fun(10), Safe(3), Well built / quality(4)

Best Uses:

Older children(5), Outdoors(12), Small children(4)

Describe Yourself:

Grandparent(3), Parent of two or more children(3), Stay at home parent(3), Working parent(4)

My Son LOVES IT!!!

By JenLyn

from Bogalusa, LA on 11/9/2008

Gift:

Yes

Pros:

Durable, Easy To Assemble, Fun

Best Uses:

Older Children, Outdoors, Small Children

Describe Yourself:

Parent Of Two Or More Children, Working Parent

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

We just bought this for our 2 year old son for his birthday. He absolutely loves it. I love to watch him have so much fun on it. Even his 6 year old brother loves it. This was the perfect gift for my son.

battery doesnt last

By EF

from San Diego Ca on 8/12/2008

Cons:

Battery doesnt last

Best Uses:

Outdoors

Describe Yourself:

Grandparent

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

once the battery ran down it would not take a charge

My 3 year old loves his "motorcycle".

By "Mom" a big kid at heart!

from Delta, B.C. on 8/2/2008

Pros:

Durable, Easy To Assemble, Fun

Cons:

Can't adjust speed, Doesn't go in reverse, Wheels don't grip well

Best Uses:

Older Children, Outdoors

Describe Yourself:

Parent Of Two Or More Children, Stay At Home Parent

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

My 3 year old loves his "motorcycle". Easy to steer and handles well. Only problem is that you can't go in reverse and the back wheels spin when he pushes down on the accelerator and it takes a few seconds before the tires grip the cement. Would be nice if it had two speeds, slow and fast. This would make it easier for beginners to become comfortable with riding it before going faster.

My son loves it!

By Mom to Cooper

from Illinois on 6/20/2008

Pros:

Easy for little ones, Fun

Cons:

Drive tire spins a lot

Best Uses:

Outdoors, Sidewalk or road

Describe Yourself:

First Time Parent, Stay At Home Parent

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

We purchased this for my son's second birthday. The first time he got on it I wasn't too sure if he would quite get it, but by the second time on it, he was riding like a pro. He loves it and has lots of fun! Since he is only two, we will get lots of use out of it I am sure. And it will go in the grass too, as long as the grass is dry.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Pretty nice ride on

By behtah2 from Mechanicsburg, PA on 4/5/2008

Pros:

Does Not Break, Easy To Assemble, Fun

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Outdoors, Small Children

Describe Yourself:

Parent of Two or More Children

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

This is a great running ride on. It moves. It does pretty well in grass too as long as it is pretty flat. My two year old son loves it. I would say it is a great product. The only down fall is that it does not have a reverse. It could use one! If it had a reverse I would rate this thing at 100%! One thing that I really like about it is that it does not tip like other cheap ones do. It is very stable.

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

fun and ez 2 assemble

By greg the happy dad

from las vegas on 3/11/2008

Pros:

Easy To Assemble

Best Uses:

Outdoors

Describe Yourself:

Education Oriented

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

happy to have

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

fantastic birthday gift

By gramma karen

from adrian, mich. on 11/5/2007

Pros:

Does Not Break, Easy To Assemble, Fun, Safe

Best Uses:

Outdoors, Small Children

Describe Yourself:

Grandparent

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

I bought this for my grandsons 2nd birthday. he absolutely loves it! it doesn't go too fast & is very easy to operate for him.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Excellent Motorcycle

By Tillie from Lompoc CA on 10/5/2007

Pros:

Fun, My grand son really love

Cons:

Tires are hard plastic, Wheels spins

Best Uses:

Grand child is 3 12, Older Children, Outdoors

Describe Yourself:

Grandparent

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

I bought this for my 3 1/2yr old grandson last year and he just love it. know his little sister who is 2 1/2 rides it too, she crys when he take it from her i will be purchasing her one for christmas this year. The only thing that i really don't care for is that the tires will spin out of control at times due to no traction. The speed level is just right for the age group. I will recommend this to anyone.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

My Son Loves the Thunder Bolt Racer ,

By DARRON from Jacksonville Florida on 7/17/2007

Pros:

Fun

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

Outdoors

Describe Yourself:

Education Oriented, Working Parent

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

Great toys only problem is 6 volt battery goes BAD around every 10months

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Excellent!! My son loves it!!!!

By LuvMyBug

from Denver, CO on 7/10/2007

Pros:

Does Not Break, Easy To Assemble, Fun, Perfect Speed, Safe

Best Uses:

Older Children, Outdoors, Small Children

Describe Yourself:

Stay At Home Parent, Working Parent

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

My son got this for his 2nd birthday and is turning 4 soon. He LOVES it!! He rides it all the time and the tires are still fine. [...]

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Rear Tires Wear Out Quickly

By Daddy

from San Diego, CA on 5/15/2007

Pros:

Easy To Assemble, Fun, Safe

Cons:

Rear Tires Wear Quickly

Best Uses:

Outdoors

Describe Yourself:

Working Parent

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

My son loves riding the Racer, however, we have had the product for only 3 months and the rear tires have already worn out...not durable at all!!

Step2 Response: Please contact Step2 at 1-800-347-8372 for replacements.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Lots of fun and power

By Kristin

from Colorado on 4/19/2007

Pros:

Does Not Break, Easy To Assemble, Fun

Best Uses:

Older Children, Outdoors

Describe Yourself:

Daycare Provider- Educator

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Step2 ThunderBolt Racer:

My daycare is having a blast with this car, although I'd recommend older than 2 on the car only, it has quite a bit of torque and the wobbly ones who really think they want to get on may fall off the back.

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