Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
hi-ten 20"
Suspension Fork
hi-ten
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO TY21
Shift Levers
SHIMANO Revoshift (6)
Cassette
SHIMANO MF-TZ500 14-28 (6)
Crank
PROWHEEL 36 teeth 127 mm cranks
Chain
KMC Z6
Pedals
resin
Wheels
Front Hub
steel 32 holes
Rear Hub
steel 32 holes
Rims
alloy 32 holes
Spokes
steel
Tires
20" x 1.75"
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO V
Cockpit
Stem
alloy
Handlebar
steel 20 mm 540 mm
Grips
AUTHOR kratton rubber
Seat
Saddle
AUTHOR Pilot
Seatpost
steel (25.4)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Energy 20 belongs to the Author Energy model. There are 7 bikes that carry this model name.
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.
Youth bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Youth bike you should know that the average price is 278$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Youth bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Youth bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Youth bike, we get 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.
Weighing 10.9 kg (24.03 lbs), the Energy 20 model is a bit lighter than average. In other words, this model is 7.71% lighter than the average Youth bike.
Energy 20 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Author Energy 20 2019, has a 20″ 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 Energy 20 has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.