Vitus 24 Kids 2020
2020 Youth
Estimate price |
427$
Weight | 9.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 24" -
Groupset Acera, X1 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
14"
96cm - 103cm
16"
100cm - 121cm
20"
114cm - 127cm
24"
124cm - 137cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium, 6061-T6 Aluminium, V-brake, Threaded BB, QR
Suspension Fork
Aluminium, Aluminium, V-brake, QR
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera 8 Speed, RD-M360-L, 8 Speed
Shift Levers
Shiamano Acera Rapidfire 8 Speed, SL-M315-8R, 7/8 Speed, Rapidfire Plus, Optical Gear Window
Cassette
Shimano 12-32T, CS-HG200, 8 Speed
Crank
Samox, 140mm Crank Arm, Twin Chainguard, Reduced Q Factor, 32T, 3/32" x 1/2"
Bottom Bracket
Square Taper, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, English Thread, BSA, 68mm
Chain
KMC Z8.1 N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
KT Aluminium, KT A15F, 24 Hole, 100mm QR
Rear Hub
KT Aluminium KT AYER, 24 Hole, 135mm QR, 8 Speed
Rims
Weinmann DM30 16", 24 Hole
Spokes
Steel, 12mm Nipple
Tires
Kenda, K1047, 24" x 1.95"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro RS 360A Adjustable Reach
Brake Levers
Tektro RS 360A, Adjustable Reach
Cockpit
Stem
VITUS 6061 Aluminium Kids Length 50mm
Handlebar
VITUS 6061 Aluminium Kids, 31.8mm Bar Bore, 600mm Width, 15mm Rise, 9 Degree Backsweep, Safety End Caps
Grips
VITUS Kids TPR Rubber
Headset
A-Headset 1 1/8" Loose Ball-Bearings, External Cups, 1 1/8"
Seat
Saddle
VITUS Kids Steel Rail
Seatpost
VITUS 6061 Aluminium Kids 27.2mm x 250mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 20" | 24" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.08 mm | 3.396 mm | 1.2 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Front Center | 444 mm | 461.5 mm | 501 mm | 554.1 mm |
| Rake | 30 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Stack | 307 mm | 323 mm | 369 mm | 458 mm |
| Reach | 283 mm | mm | 308 mm | 328 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 377.6 mm | 392.8 mm | 422 mm | 454.3 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 210 mm | 226 mm | 280 mm | 340 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 243 mm | 294 mm | 332 mm | 387 mm |
| Wheelbase | 687 mm | 755 mm | 829 mm | 936 mm |
| Wheels | 24" | 24" | 24" | 24" |
| Rider Min Height | 96 cm | 100 cm | 114 cm | 124 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 103 cm | 121 cm | 127 cm | 137 cm |
Model Overview
24 Kids belongs to the Vitus 24 model. 6 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Youth bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Youth bike that is reliable is 278$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Youth bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Vitus released this model in 2020, its price was 388$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that 24 Kids price is 39.57% higher than the average cost of a Youth bike.
Youth bikes average weight
The average weight for Youth bikes is 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Weighing 9.4 kg (20.72 lbs), the 24 Kids model is much lighter than average. In other words, this model is 24.89% lighter than the average Youth bike.
24 Kids components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the 24 Kids model has 24″ aluminum wheels. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus 24 Kids has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 96 cm – 137 cm (3.15 ft – 4.49 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.