Jamis LASER 16 2021
2021 Youth
Estimate price |
279$
Weight | 10.32 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
Lightweight 6061 aluminum MX-moto frame design, includes chainguard and training wheels
Suspension Fork
Tubular unicrown, MX Hi-Ten,straight blades
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
N/A
Crank
Cold-forged steel, electro-plated black finish, 3 1/2” arms, 28T chainring
Bottom Bracket
OPC bearing type, VP-B35
Chain
KMC C410
Pedals
BMX high-impact resin pedals
Wheels
Rims
Electro-plated black steel 28H rims, steel front and Hi- Stop coaster brake rear hubs, 14G black electroplated spokes
Tires
CST Dirt Knobbies, 16 x 2.125”
Brakes
Brakes
Hi-Stop rear coaster brake
Cockpit
Stem
BMX alloy with front facing removable cap, 150mm quill
Handlebar
BMX style with safety bell
Grips
Kraton with flange
Headset
Standard threaded type, 22.2mm.
Seat
Saddle
Jamis BMX Jr.
Seatpost
Pillar, electro-plated black finish, 27.2 x 250mm with 31.8mm alloy clamp
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
LASER 16 is part of the Jamis Laser model. Jamis released 2 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Jamis Laser bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Jamis LASER 16 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 279$. Jamis LASER 20 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 299$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Youth bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Youth bike is 278$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Youth bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Jamis released this model in 2021, its price was 279$. If we compare this with the average Youth bike cost we notice that the price is 0.36% higher.
Youth bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Youth bike is 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 10.32 kg (22.75 lbs), Jamis bike is considerably lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 13.76% lighter than the average weight of Youth bikes.
LASER 16 components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Jamis LASER 16 2021, has a 16″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The LASER 16 has Coaster brakes. Coaster brakes are among the oldest brake types you can find on a bike. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.