Specialized Riprock Coaster 16 2023
2023 Youth
Estimate price |
300$
Weight | 9.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 16" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Hi-Ten steel
Drivetrain
Crank
Hi-Ten steel, 89mm, Steel, 26T
Bottom Bracket
Feimin FP-B701, 68MM
Chain
KMC Z510, single-speed, anti-drop, 1/2"x1/8"
Pedals
Nylon platform w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Steel, bolt-on, 100mm spacing, loose ball bearings, 28h
Rear Hub
Coaster brake, bolt-on, loose ball bearings, 110mm spacing, 16T cog, 28h
Rims
16" alloy, 16mm depth, 21mm internal width, 28h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Front: Rhythm Lite, 30 TPI, wire bead, 16x2.3", Rear: Rhythm Lite, 30 TPI, wire bead, 16x2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
Coaster
Cockpit
Stem
Die Cast Aluminum, 37mm length, 10 degree, 22.2 clamp diameter
Handlebar
BMX, steel, 10-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 115mm rise, 520mm width, 22.2mm
Grips
Specialized, slip-on
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Kids' Henge
Seatpost
Steel, 22.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Riprock Coaster 16 is a Specialized Riprock model. There are 41 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Riprock Coaster 12 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 275$. On the other hand, Specialized Riprock Expert 24 2023, is the most expensive and costs 1500$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Youth bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Youth bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 278$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Youth bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 300$. In conclusion, this bike price is 7.91% more expensive than the price of the average Youth bike.
Youth bikes average weight
Youth bikes have an average weight of 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Specialized Riprock Coaster 16 it’s weighing 9.1 kg (20.06 lbs). At this weight, is much lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Youth bike weighs 29.01% more than Riprock Coaster 16.
Riprock Coaster 16 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
The wheels on Riprock Coaster 16 are the 16″ aluminum type. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Riprock Coaster 16 is equipped with Coaster brakes. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.