While some 2 year olds can fit on a 12 bike we have found that pedal bikes are usually too heavy for them to properly handle and a lightweight balance bike is better suited for their size.
14 inch frame bike age range.
This age category sees your child transitioning from a balance play bike to a bike with 14 inch wheels pedals brakes and a single speed drivetrain.
Kids bikes come in these different wheel diameter sizes.
As you can see both age and height are important considerations.
Kids 12 inch and 14 inch bikes are the best size bikes for 3 year olds but they vary greatly in cost size and features.
The calculation here will give you your bike s frame size.
Measuring your child s inseam is the best way to find the right bike size.
14 inch wheel bikes.
It s the wheel size that can be changed and this can be chosen depending on the height age of the rider.
The best size bike for a 4 year old is either a 12 inch or 16 inch wheel depending on their height.
Bmx bike sizing guide.
Learn more about 14 inch wheel kids bikes.
The wheel size is based on the diameter of the tire see below and as each tire size gets larger so does the size of the bicycle frame.
For mountain bikes take the same measurement and multiply 0 6 you will then need to change the centimeters into inches.
12 inch 14 inch 16 inch 18 inch 20 inch 24 inch and now even 26 inch.
The correct frame size is the only way to ensure that your child reaches the floor safely and easily with both feet at the lowest saddle height.
For a hybrid bike take your inseam and multiply it by 0 69.
Bike frame sizes are measured in the same way for all styles of bicycle.
Bmx bikes tend to come in one frame size although there are some variations in length.
Similarly the right size bike for a 5 year old falls into that same range.
Kids bike size chart by inseam.
Suitable for 3 5 years of age.