Kids Bikes
Choosing the right bike for your child is one of the best investments you can make in their confidence, coordination, and long-term love of cycling. At Simple Bike Store, we stock a carefully selected range of premium kids bikes designed to fit growing riders perfectly — offering lightweight frames, intuitive handling, and high-quality components that make every ride safer and more enjoyable.
Our Trusted Kids Bike Brands
We work only with brands that take children’s ergonomics and safety seriously:
- Academy Bikes – Ultra-light builds that help kids learn faster and ride longer.
- Bemoov – Thoughtfully engineered geometry that maximizes stability and comfort.
- Early Rider – Premium craftsmanship with wooden and alloy frames, perfect for young explorers.
- Frog Bikes – Scientifically optimized sizing, making them one of the easiest and safest bikes to grow with.
- Marin – Durable kids bikes rooted in real mountain-bike DNA.
- Ridgeback – Reliable everyday rides with excellent value and kid-friendly handling.
- Woom – Some of the lightest kids bikes on the market, engineered specifically for children’s proportions.
How to Choose the Right Size
The most important factor when buying a kids bike is wheel size matched to the child's height and inseam. Unlike adult bikes, kids’ bikes are not sized by frame height — wheel diameter is the key.
Here’s a simplified guide, with links to each size for easy browsing:
- Balance Bikes – Ideal for toddlers around 18 months to 4 years. Focus on lightweight frames and adjustable seat height.
- 14" – Typically for 3–5 years old. Great first pedal bike after mastering balance riding.
- 16" – For 4–6 years old. Look for easy-to-pull brakes and low standover height.
- 18" – Ideal for kids who are between 16" and 20" sizes or who need a perfect in-between fit.
- 20" – For 5–8 years old. Often the first size with gears — perfect for school rides and small adventures.
- 24" – Suitable for 7–11 years old. Great for trail-capable and multi-gear bikes.
- 26" – Perfect for older kids and pre-teens transitioning toward adult bike geometry.
- 27.5" – For confident junior riders ready for real MTB performance.
What Makes a Good Kids Bike?
- Lightweight frame – The lighter the bike, the easier it is for kids to control and enjoy riding.
- Appropriate geometry – Short reach, low weight distribution, and stable steering.
- Child-specific components – Smaller grips, shorter cranks, and easy-pull brake levers.
- Quality tires – Big difference in comfort and safety; choose tread based on city or off-road use.
- Durability – Kids are tough on their bikes; strong frames and reliable parts are important.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Buying “too big so they can grow into it.” This makes bikes hard to control and discourages learning.
- Ignoring weight. Some kids bikes are heavier than adult bikes — avoid steel frames when possible.
- Choosing coaster brakes by default. Hand brakes are easier, safer, and help children transition to bigger bikes.
- Skipping proper fit checks. Always compare inseam measurements to the bike’s minimum saddle height.
FAQ
How do I know which wheel size is right?
Measure your child’s inseam and compare it with the bike’s minimum saddle height. That’s more accurate than age-based charts.
Should I choose a balance bike or a bike with training wheels?
Balance bikes teach steering and stability better and faster. Most kids skip training wheels completely.
Are lightweight bikes really worth the extra cost?
Yes — lighter bikes are easier to start, stop, lift, and control. It greatly boosts confidence and safety.
When should my child switch to gears?
Usually around the 20" size, when they start riding hills or longer distances.
Do kids need suspension?
Only for real off-road riding. For everyday city use, rigid forks are lighter, simpler, and safer.