What size bike do I need for a 9 year old boy?

Most 8 and 9-year-olds will fit on a 20-inch wheel bike. Meanwhile, a 10-year-old (or older) will likely use the 24-inch size. Keep in mind that if your 10-year-old is smaller, they may still be more comfortable with a 20-inch bike wheel.

Is a 26 inch bike suitable for a 9 year old?

26” wheels (Age 9-12) For older kids and young teens, our 26” wheel bikes are definitely the answer. At this stage, you may want to start looking at a bike they can ‘grow into’, which may make financial sense, but take care not to start jumping to adult bikes too soon.

How do you determine the size of a bike for a child?

To determine the right wheel size, you only need to measure your child’s height. For example, if your offspring is between 95 and 100 cm tall, a 12-inch wheel fits perfectly. If your child measures more than 140 cm, you should choose a 26-inch wheel.

How do you determine bike size?

Adult bikes are measured by their frame size. Most manufacturers now measure the frame from the centre of the crank axle, to the top of the seat tube. Most road bikes are measured in centimetres (cm), whereas mountain bikes are generally measured using inches (in).

Is a 24 inch bike for adults?

A 24-inch bike is designed for growing kids of age 8-13 years. It is best fitted for a height range of 4’1″-4’9″ or 135-145 cm. An adult or in most cases a female rider with the above-mentioned height limit can ride this bike size. They can ride the bike easily if it is designed according to their requirements.

What size bike does an 8 year old need?

The best bikes for children aged five to eight are bikes in the 16 inch to 24-inch range. Most five to eight-year-olds will be best suited to a 16 or 20-inch bike, but taller or more confident riders may be ready for a 24-inch model.

What height is a 26 inch bike for?

The minimum height for a 26-inch bike is typically 47 to 51 inches, but taller riders may need something with at least 50 or 52 inch frame heights.