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The 14 Best Mountain Bikes For Kids – Guidebook

The 14 Best Mountain Bikes For Kids – Guidebook

Mountain bikes come in a wide range of variants and sizes. With them, any terrain can be made unsafe. This offers great fun for young and old. In our product recommendations, you will find the best mountain bikes for children, and also the checklist will make your purchase decision easier. Here you will surely find the right mountain bike for your child.

Checklist For Mountain Bikes For Children

Wheel Size
  • Choose the wheel size of a kids mountain bike according to your child’s height or age.
  • 16 inch: up to 115 cm body height or under 7 years old.
  • 20 inch: from 115 cm to 130 cm body height or from 7 years old.
  • 24 inch: from 130 cm to 150 cm height or from 7 to 10 years old.
  • 26 inch: from 150 cm height or from 10 years old.
Frame Size
  • You should also choose the frame size according to the body size.
  • When the child sits on the bike, he or she must be able to reach the ground with both feet.
  • Height-adjustable handlebars and saddles allow you to adjust the MTB as your child grows.
Weight
  • A mountain bike for kids should be as light as possible so kids can push or lift it off-road.
  • Children’s MTBs without suspension weigh 8 to 9 kilograms.
  • If a suspension fork is included, the weights are between 10 and 12 kilograms.
Brakes
  • Choose a children’s mountain bike with high-quality brakes.
  • Make sure that your child can easily gr asp the brake levers. They should be easy to operate and respond with high braking power.
  • An additional coaster is especially useful for smaller children.
Gear Shifting
  • Children’s mountain bikes are equipped with 5 to 7 gears, so that even the smallest can master uneven terrain.
  • The gears on children’s bikes are usually operated via a twist grip. The handles must fit the size of the child’s hands.
  • The gears must also work smoothly and without much effort.
Suspension
  • A suspension fork increases the weight of the mountain bike and is often not very useful for smaller children. Sufficient shock absorption can also be achieved with wider tires and adjusting the air pressure.
  • Only when your child weighs 30 kilograms or more and the riding ability is consolidated, bikes with suspension are recommended.
Additional Equipment
  • MTBs are made for off-road conditions and have no equipment for road use.
  • If the bike is to be used in road traffic, you will need to add lights, reflectors or bells.

We have compiled the best and most exciting mountain bikes for kids.

Tip: Cool Bmx bikes can be found in our guide to Bmx bikes.

The Best Sellers Of Mountain Bikes For Kids

In a list of bestsellers we have compiled the most popular mountain bikes for kids for you.

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1 HOUPOPU Bike Stand Floor Stand Bicycle Type Parking Rack Vertical Bracket for Bicycles, 3-in-1 Parking Maintenance and Storage Function, are Suitable for All Kinds of Mountain Bikes and Road Bikes HOUPOPU Bike Stand Floor Stand Bicycle Type Parking Rack Vertical Bracket for Bicycles, 3-in-1...
2 Bicycle Fender Front Rear Mudguard Set,Adjustable Steady Road Mountain Bike Mud Guards Fenders Set,for All Kinds of Bikes,Mountain Bikes,Kids Bikes (24/26inch) Bicycle Fender Front Rear Mudguard Set,Adjustable Steady Road Mountain Bike Mud Guards Fenders...
3 Relwears Bike Suspension Seat Post 27.2mm Shock Absorber Bicycle Universal Comfort seat Post for All Kinds of Bikes Mountain Bike Road Bike, etc. … Relwears Bike Suspension Seat Post 27.2mm Shock Absorber Bicycle Universal Comfort seat Post for All...
4 Bike Kick Stand, Universal White Aluminum Alloy Bike Kick Stand Cycling Bicycle Kick Stand for All Kinds of Mountain Bike, Road Bicycle 16inch 20inch 24inch 26inch(White) Bike Kick Stand, Universal White Aluminum Alloy Bike Kick Stand Cycling Bicycle Kick Stand for All...
5 BOBILIFE Bike and Scooter Handlebar Bag - Front Bar Hanging Bag Waterproof EVA Hard Shell Storage Bag Compatible with All Kinds of Scooters, Mountain Bikes, Road Bikes, E-Bikes, Motorcycles BOBILIFE Bike and Scooter Handlebar Bag - Front Bar Hanging Bag Waterproof EVA Hard Shell Storage...
6 Kinderfeets New, Kids Tiny Tot Plus Balance Bike, Adjustable Seat, Puncture Proof Tires, Pedal-Free Training Bicycle for Children and Toddlers Ages 18 Months and up (Silver Sage) Kinderfeets New, Kids Tiny Tot Plus Balance Bike, Adjustable Seat, Puncture Proof Tires, Pedal-Free...
7 NOA Bike Wall Mount Bike Hanger | Foldable Horizontal Bicycle Rack for for All Kinds of Bicycles, Mountain Bikes, Folding Bikes, Road Bikes and Beach Bikes - Red NOA Bike Wall Mount Bike Hanger | Foldable Horizontal Bicycle Rack for for All Kinds of Bicycles,...
8 Bicycle Lights and Tail Lights with Horn Function,USB Rechargeable Bike Light,120 Decibel Speaker,3 Light Modes,5 Kinds of Sounds,Suitable for Children, Adults, Unisex Road Mountain Bikes(Black) Bicycle Lights and Tail Lights with Horn Function,USB Rechargeable Bike Light,120 Decibel...
9 MASO Cycling Lights-USB Rechargable Bike tailligh with 5 Kinds of Light Mode,Bone Monochromatic,Fits on Any Road Bikes, Mountain Bikes, Helmets for Optimum Cycling Safety MASO Cycling Lights-USB Rechargable Bike tailligh with 5 Kinds of Light Mode,Bone Monochromatic,Fits...
10 MIOAKAR Bicycle Lights with Horn Function,Bike Light and Tail Light,USB Rechargeable,120 Decibel Speaker,3 Light Modes,5 Kinds of Sounds,Suitable for Children,Adults,Unisex Road Mountain Bikes(black) MIOAKAR Bicycle Lights with Horn Function,Bike Light and Tail Light,USB Rechargeable,120 Decibel...
11 OutdoorMaster Full Face Mountain Bike Helmet for Men & Women-Two Removable Chin Pad Mountain Bike Helmet, Ventilation Lightweight Racing Downhill DH BMX MTB Helmet - Meteorite Black,M OutdoorMaster Full Face Mountain Bike Helmet for Men & Women-Two Removable Chin Pad Mountain Bike...
12 STORYCOAST Polarized Sports Sunglasses for Men Women,Bike Glasses Driving Fishing Cycling Mountain Bike Sunglasses UV400 Protection Black Frame-Photochromic Lens STORYCOAST Polarized Sports Sunglasses for Men Women,Bike Glasses Driving Fishing Cycling Mountain...
13 Hiauspor Men's Mountain Bike Shorts Stretch MTB Shorts Quick Dry with Zipper Pocket for Hiking Cargo Golf Casual (Light Khaki, XX-Large) Hiauspor Men's Mountain Bike Shorts Stretch MTB Shorts Quick Dry with Zipper Pocket for Hiking Cargo...
14 2PCS Bike Water Bottle Holder Bag, Caudblor Insulated Bicycle Coffee Cup Holders with Phone Storage, Black Handlebar Drink/Beverage Container for Walker/Cruiser/Exercise/Mountain Bike 2PCS Bike Water Bottle Holder Bag, Caudblor Insulated Bicycle Coffee Cup Holders with Phone Storage,...
15 KAPVOE Cycling Glasses Men Women Mountain Bike MTB Sunglasses Youth Baseball Sports Triathlon Running Bicycle Riding with Polarized Lenses KAPVOE Cycling Glasses Men Women Mountain Bike MTB Sunglasses Youth Baseball Sports Triathlon...
16 Mountain Biking Top USA Trails Push Pin Travel Map, Mountain Biking Gift Mountain Biking Top USA Trails Push Pin Travel Map, Mountain Biking Gift
17 Shred Til Bed - The Mountain Bike Animal Alphabet by SHOTGUN - 52 Pages of MTB Stoke in a Premium Hardcover Book Shred Til Bed - The Mountain Bike Animal Alphabet by SHOTGUN - 52 Pages of MTB Stoke in a Premium...
18 BALEAF Mens Cycling Rain Jacket Windbreaker Waterproof Running Gear Golf Mountain Biking Hood Lightweight Reflective Blue M BALEAF Mens Cycling Rain Jacket Windbreaker Waterproof Running Gear Golf Mountain Biking Hood...
19 MAKELEN Bike Fender Set Mudguard Set Front and Rear 2 Parts-Universal Full Cover Thicken Widen Bicycle Adjustable Bike Fender Mud Guard Mudflap for MTB Road Bike Mountain Bike All Black MAKELEN Bike Fender Set Mudguard Set Front and Rear 2 Parts-Universal Full Cover Thicken Widen...
20 FORBEMK Men's Mountain Bike Cycling Bicycle Riding MTB Pants, Quick-Dry Lightweight Breathable BMX Downhill Bike Pants-Light Grey-32 FORBEMK Men's Mountain Bike Cycling Bicycle Riding MTB Pants, Quick-Dry Lightweight Breathable BMX...

Tip: Children’s bikes with 18 inch tires can be found in our guide to 18 inch children’s bikes.

Current Offers Of Mountain Bikes For Kids

You can find the best current offers on mountain bikes for kids in this list.

SaleBestseller Nr. 1
Segway Ninebot 18' Kids Bike Ages 5-10, w/ Aerospace Aluminum Frame, Enclosed Chain, Shock Absorbing Suspension, Disc Brakes and Kickstand - Blue
Segway Ninebot 18" Kids Bike Ages 5-10, w/ Aerospace Aluminum Frame, Enclosed Chain, Shock Absorbing Suspension, Disc Brakes and Kickstand - Blue
Suspension Type: Suspension on the front wheel; Brake Style: Front: disc brake, Rear: coaster brake
$279.99 −43% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 5
Diamondback Bicycles Cobra 20 Youth 20' Wheel Mountain Bike, Orange
Diamondback Bicycles Cobra 20 Youth 20" Wheel Mountain Bike, Orange
Hl Zoom 40mm travel fork soaks up rocks and roots just like on a bike for Big kids; Linear pull brakes have adjustable-reach levers to keep them safe and in control
$240.00 −24% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 6
Dynacraft Hardtail Echo Ridge Mountain Bike Boys 24 Inch Wheels with 18 Speed Grip Shifter and Dual Handbrakes in Red
Dynacraft Hardtail Echo Ridge Mountain Bike Boys 24 Inch Wheels with 18 Speed Grip Shifter and Dual Handbrakes in Red
Front Fork Shock; 18 Speed Index Shifting; Front and Rear Linear Pull Brakes
$179.99 −20% Amazon Prime

What Is The Right Kids Bike Size?

Body size Child ageStride length Bike size (inch)
from 95 cm from approx. 3-4 yearsapprox. 40 cm 12 inches
from 100 cm from approx. 4 years approx. 44 cm 14 inch
from 105 cm from approx. 4,5 years approx. 46 cm 16 inch
from 110 cm from approx. 5 years approx. 48 cm 18 inch
from 120 cm from approx. 6-7 years approx. 55 cm 20 inch
from 135 cm from approx. 8 years approx. 69 cm 24 inch
from 140 cm from approx. 10-11 yearsapprox. 78-80 cm26 inch

FAQ For Mountain Bikes For Kids

Mountain bike for kids what size?

You can find the right size of mountain bike for your child in our size chart above.

What frame size mountain bike?

The frame size you should choose according to the body size. When sitting on the bike, the child must be able to reach the ground with both feet. Height-adjustable handlebars and saddles allow you to adjust the MTB as your child grows.

Mountain bike accessories what do you need?

If the bike is to be used in road traffic, you will need to add lights, reflectors or bells, as the usual mountain bike is not designed for this. For beginners we also recommend protectors for elbows and knees. A safety helmet should always be worn.

What is a mountain bike?

A mountain bike is a bike that, as the name suggests, is designed for mountains or the terrain. For example, the tires are much wider than those of a normal bike.

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