BIKEDEN

WHAT SIZE BIKE SHOULD I BUY?

When buying a childs bike it is natural to buy the biggest size that the child can get on, to get the longest life of the bike possible. However do not buy one too large for the child to “grow into” as this reduces the childs confidence and safety. Bikes with raised BMX type handlebars will last the child longer as they give more kneeroom than ones with standard mountain bike type handlebars.

Size guide

12in wheel  age 2-4 years, 13.5 to 16in inside leg

14in wheel  age 3-5 years, 15.5 to 19.5in inside leg

16in wheel  age 4-7 years, 18 to 24in inside leg

18in wheel  age 5-8 years, 18 to 25in inside leg

20in wheel  age 6-9 years, 21 to 27in inside leg

20in BMX age 6 years upwards, from 21in inside leg, there is no upper age limit for BMX bikes. The smaller frame BMX bikes with no gyro head are from about 6-9 years. The larger frame ones with gyro head are about 8 years onwards.

24in wheel  age 8-11 years, or short adult, 24 to 29in inside leg

Sizes and age are approximate, please refer to the bike listing before buying.

Full suspension bikes have higher saddles due to the space taken by the spring.

ADULT BIKES

There are many variations of bike design, rigid frame for low cost mostly road use, front suspension forks for increased comfort both on and off road, and full suspension, usually for more off road use or increased comfort on the road.

An aluminium alloy frame reduces the weight of the bike.

Disc brakes are more efficient than V brakes and the pads last longer than brake blocks. It is important to clean the brake disc regularly with a disc cleaner otherwise the brake efficiency drops.

Size guide

26in and 700c wheels

14in frame 26-29in inside leg

15in frame 27-30in inside leg

16in frame 28-31in inside leg

17in frame 28-32in inside leg

18in frame 29-33in inside leg

19in frame 29-34in inside leg

20in frame 30-35in inside leg

21in frame 31-36in inside leg

22in frame 33-37in inside leg

23in frame 34-38in inside leg

HAPPY CYCLING – a funday out for all the family and keep fit as well.