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Kids Bikes

Choose from a huge range of kids bikes, suitable for any age, and any experience level. You can feel confident your child's bike is safe to ride as every bike purchased instore comes fully assembled by a qualified mechanic.

Not sure where to start? Check out our kids bike buying guide or start by selecting your child's age group below.

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When it comes to buying a new kids bike, choosing correctly can make all the difference in building confidence, encouraging activity and creating lifelong memories.

From their first balance bike to those thrilling rides on a 24-inch bike, each stage requires careful consideration to ensure it’s safe, fun, and well-suited to your child’s growth and skill level.

Here’s everything you need to know about kids' bikes, including sizes, features, and tips to make an informed choice.

Kids Bikes Balance Bike

Balance Bikes. Find balance faster.

Balance bikes are designed as the perfect introduction to cycling for toddlers as young as 18 months.

These pedal-free bikes allow toddlers to focus on developing balance and coordination, making the transition to a pedal bike smoother and more enjoyable.

Since balance bikes don't have training wheels, toddlers learn to balance naturally. Think of their feet as training wheels instead.

This significantly reduces the learning curve when they move on to bikes with pedals.

The Kidvelo and Giant Pre balance bikes are exceptional.

Things to consider:

  • Lightweight frame. Easier for little ones to move around.
  • Adjustable seat & handlebars. Ensures the bike grows with your child, allowing them to reach the ground comfortably.
  • Durable wheels. Rubber tyres and metal rims (instead of plastic) will last much longer.
Kids Bikes Giant Animator 12-inch Bike

12-inch & 14-inch bikes. The first pedal bikes.

12-inch and 14-inch bikes are another option besides a balance bike.

It's a tough call which to choose.

If your child has good co-ordination from riding a trike & shows promise in being able to pedal, then a 12/14-inch option is worth considering.

Because:

The pedalling motor pattern can be quite hard to learn.

The ByK E250 is the only 14-inch bike option.

All the other bikes around this size will be 12-inch.

These bikes often come with training wheels, letting parents decide what’s best for their child’s balance and coordination level.

16-inch Bikes. 4-6 years old.

16-inch & 18-inch bikes are ideal for kids aged 4 to 6 who are building confidence and ready for more freedom.

We do see riders sometimes fitting in between a 12/14-inch & 16-inch.

This is where some 16-inch bikes come in a smaller frame (such as the Giant Animator and Liv Adore 16).

Others (like the Mongoose Mitygoose and Mongoose Missygoose) are a touch bigger; better for taller kids.

18-inch bikes. A sweet spot for 5 year olds.

ByK is the most well known brand for 18-inch bikes.

Their range of 18-inch bikes is called the E350.

We've found it's a nice sweet spot for kids who are 5 years old because sometimes this age can be a little big for a 16-inch but not big enough to ride a 20-inch.

ByK focus on being one of the lightest, easiest to ride kids bikes. Our experience instore & feedback from parents has shown this to be true.

Kids Bikes Giant Talon 20-inch Bike

20-inch Bikes. 6-8 year olds.

The 20-inch bike is a favourite among kids aged 6 to 8 who are gaining independence and confidence in their riding.

The 20-inch bike has features that make longer bike rides & off-road exploration more exciting.

There are 3 types of 20-inch bikes:

  • 1 gear (foot brake + hand brake)
  • 3 gears (foot brake + hand brake)
  • Multi-geared (only hand brakes)

Out of the 3 options, the 1 gear (also called single speed bike) is compatible with training wheels (if the back axle is long enough).

Kids Bikes Giant Talon 24-inch Bike

24-inch Bikes.

24-inch bikes are typically for kids aged 8 to 11 who are nearly ready for an adult bike but still need a smaller frame.

At this stage, kids are usually skilled at riding and ready for longer bike rides.

Larger 24-inch wheels offer more stability (a calmer bike) & easier to cover more distance.

We put 24-inch bikes into 2 buckets:

  • Mountain bike (MTB)
  • Lightweight

24-inch MTBs will have suspension & deep treaded tyres.

These are great for adventurous kids who love exploring off pavement & onto dirt trails.

Lightweight 24-inch bikes don't have suspension & (slightly) slimmer tyres.

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