Originally Posted by
riverdrifter
OP is looking for a $500 bike to pull a child trailer and do some occasional, recreational trail riding. He is not looking for a $1,000 trail rig.
Let's not try to convince him that it's not worth riding a bike and spending time with his family unless he doubles his budget.
Why not? Under $500 gets you a piece of junk. That's just the truth of the matter.
Don't let facts get in the way of your opinion.