What does PK Ripper stand for?

About. When the original PK Ripper burst onto the scene in 1979, it took the BMX world by storm & set a new benchmark for radness. Here we are 40+ years later and it's happened again with the PK Ripper 27.5, designed by the man himself, the PK of “PK Ripper”, Perry Kramer.

What is a PK Ripper bike?

The PK Ripper was first introduced over 40 years ago in 1979. It took the BMX world by storm as the lightest, fastest, and most bad ass looking bike in the game.

Who made PK Ripper bikes?

In 1979 the PK Ripper was manufactured by SE Racing. The bike was named for BMX racer Perry Kramer. When the bike was introduced it was considered cutting, and 2000 units were sold before the company had shipped any unites. The PK Ripper is the longest production BMX bike and is still in production as of 2021.

Where are PK Ripper bikes made?

One of the most famous BMX bike's in history is 35 this year. SE's PK Ripper Looptail maintains retro appeal even with some new for 2013 twists. One element stands above the rest, 250 of these beauties are made in the USA.

Do they still make PK Ripper bikes?

? History lesson for ya: The first-ever PK Ripper came out in 1979. And 40+ years later, we are still making them. In all shapes and sizes.

BMX Innovations! The Perry Kramer 27.5" PK Ripper

What does SE Racing stand for?

SE Bikes logo. After capturing the first ever National BMX Title in 1976, Scot started his own BMX company named “SE Racing.” Seeing as it was his own company, he named it after himself. The “SE” stands for Scot Enterprise. The first biked he designed was the STR-1 (now known as the Quadangle) for Stu Thomsen.

What does OM stand for in OM Flyer?

A staple in BMX for nearly as long as the sport has been in existence, the 26” OM Flyer was originally designed by and named after SE's founder, Scot “Old Man” Breithaupt.

What is so special about an SE bike?

The SE Bike Life series frames feature distinctive Floval shaped 6061 aluminum tubing, which provides additional strength and stiffness. Many bikes in this series have recently been upgraded with internal headsets, mid bottom brackets, and new 2.4" SE Bozack tires.

Who owns SE Bikes now?

Head Sport, the Austrian firm best known for its skis and tennis rackets, has acquired Advanced Sports Enterprises (ASE), the parent of Performance Bicycle and cycling brands including Fuji, SE Bikes, Kestrel, and Breezer, for $21.5 million at a bankruptcy auction.

Who owns SE Racing?

after Breithaupt and Devitt left the company, a Taiwanese firm acquired SE Racing, but it lay dormant for several years, not making or selling any bikes. Sports Engineering is now owned by Advanced Sports International, which bought SE in August 2002.

What was the first SE bike?

In 1977, he founded Scot Enterprises, and soon after, SE Racing was born. The STR-1, now known as the Quadangle, was the first SE bike ever produced, followed closely by the alloy Floval tubing PK Ripper - originally named the JU-6.

Are big rippers good bikes?

Bottom line

This is a cult-bike. One look at YouTube or social media, will tell you that the Big Ripper has a great many satisfied customers. For a low-maintenance, head-turning alternative to a singlespeed or cruiser, you can add the 29 inch BMX.

What is the most popular SE bike?

The PK Ripper was the raddest, baddest, and most famous bike during the first BMX boom in the early 80s. Fast forward 40 years to today and now it's the 29” Big Ripper that's on top during the Big Bike BMX boom.

Do SE Bikes have gears?

The New SE Bikes OM Duro is a 27.5+ BMX with Gears.

Who started BMX?

Scot Breithaupt, at the age of 13, had created BMX (or “Bicycle Motocross”) racing. Ever the entrepreneur, the teen race promoter wrangled a deal to lease Bum Field for a buck a year. In a nod to his stomping grounds, Breithaupt called his organization B.U.M.S., short for Bicycle United Motocross Society.

What size are Om flyers?

The SE OM Flyer 26" bike is a staple in BMX for nearly as long as the sport has been in existence. The 26" OM Flyer was originally designed by and named after SE's founder, Scot "Old Man" Breithaupt, and it captures the essence of BMX's past four decades.

What does OM stand for in business?

Operations management (OM) is the administration of business practices to create the highest level of efficiency possible within an organization.

How many vans big rippers were made?

You're gonna be hyped if you scooped up the black & blue hi-top Big Ripper Vans shoes 'cause now we're dropping the Vans Big Ripper bike to match! Only 1,500 bikes will be available in North America.

How many Arctic rippers were made?

Earlier today SE Bikes made 15 of their Arctic White Big Ripper available for sale.

What are SE bikes made of?

Constructed with 6066 aluminum, the Elite Race framesets have never been stiffer, stronger, or faster. The Elite Series frames come equipped with Cr-Mo Landing Gear forks and internal sealed bearing headsets to get you one step closer to building the bike of your dreams.