Safe. yeah. Cheap, I think not. I've been a competitive RC Racer (not motorcycles) for the better part of my life. I spent nearly $9000 in a year and a half running 1/8 scale nitro off road buggies. I had no sponsors (I've had sponsors for electric on road since 2004) so I had to pay full price for everything. When you're not used to that, it catches up quick. I actually have quit racing now that I have a bike. And in all honesty, I'm not going to be spending any more than I did racing.