What size bike should I get my 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.

Can a 9 year old ride a 24 inch bike?

24 inch bikes are typically the best fit for kids ages 8, 9 and 10, but be sure to check out our kids bike sizing guide if you are unsure about the best size bike for your child. Like adult bikes, kids 24 inch bikes can vary greatly in form and function.

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).

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.

What is the right size bike for a 6 year old?

(You’ll notice that wheel sizes match your child’s inseam pretty closely.) The most popular bike sizes for young kids are 16- 20- and 24-inch, and there’s overlap in ideal rider height between each of them. (Additionally, 14-, 18-inch and 22-inch options exist, but they are much less common.)

What size bike is best for a 5 year old?

A 16-inch bike is typically the best bike size for five-year-old or six-year-old children depending on their height. This 16-inch bike includes a freewheel and hand brakes which take kids a step closer to an adult bike. The Hedgehog’s hand brakes are durable and small – designed for little hands.