Ghost POWERKID 12 2021
2021 Youth
Estimate price |
194$
Weight | 7.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 12" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
POWERKID AL
Suspension Fork
GHOST AL 12 Rigid
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Crank
GHOST POWERKID
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech/KT
Rear Hub
Joytech/KT
Rims
AL 12
Tires
Kenda 12
Brakes
Brakes
Front: V-Brake, Rear: back pedal brake
Cockpit
Stem
GHOST POWERKID
Handlebar
GHOST POWERKID
Seat
Saddle
Velo
Seatpost
Leadtec
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
POWERKID 12 is a Ghost Powerkid model. Ghost released 12 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Ghost POWERKID 12 2021 has a starting price of 179$. Ghost POWERKID 16 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 211$.
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.
Mountain bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Mountain bike that is reliable is 616$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Mountain bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 179$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that POWERKID 12 price is 244.13% smaller than the average cost of a Mountain bike.
Average weight for Mountain bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Mountain bike is 11.4 kg (25.13 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
much lighter than average, POWERKID 12 has a weight of 7.9 kg (17.42 lbs). To sum up, it’s 44.3% lighter than the average weight of Mountain bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Ghost POWERKID 12 2021, has a 12″ 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 POWERKID 12 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.