Kids Riding Bikes Early: Is It Safe, Useful, and Good for Growth? Most parents have one natural reaction when they see a child on a motorcycle: “Is this safe?” It is a fair question. At the beginner stage, riding teaches: Balance, Body awareness, Listening skills, Focus, Patience, Confidence, Decision-making, Respect for rules, Respect for risk The right mindset is simple: Do not think of riding as speed. Think of it as skill development.