Early Rider Earlyrider Belter 14 2023
2023 Youth
Estimate price |
489$
Weight | 5.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 14" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
HAND BRUSHED AL6061, FORGED DROP OUTS
Suspension Fork
HAND BRUSHED AL6061, FORGED DROP OUTS
Drivetrain
Crank
CNC'D AL6061, 90MM
Bottom Bracket
EXTERNAL CUP, SEALED CARTRIDGE BEARING
Pedals
RESIN PLATFORM, SEALED CARTRIDGE BEARING
Wheels
Front Hub
CNC'D AL6061, SEALED CARTRIDGE BEARING
Rear Hub
CNC'D AL6061, 4 SEALED BEARING CASSETTE FREE HUB
Rims
14 x 20H, DOUBLE WALLED AL6061
Tires
Front: VEE SPEEDSTER 14x2.0 27TPI WB, Rear: VEE SPEEDSTER 14x2.0 27TPI WB
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO 837AL, 102MM ARMS
Cockpit
Stem
RITCHEY OS FORGED AL6061, 35MM REACH
Handlebar
440MM RITCHEY OS DOUBLE BUTTED AL6061, 18MM RISE
Grips
ER SOFT TOUCH MUSHROOM 100MM
Headset
1 1/8” CONVENTIONAL, EXTERNAL CUP
Seat
Saddle
BROWN RIVETTED FAUX LEATHER
Seatpost
AL6061, 25.4MM x 150MM
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Belter 14 is part of the Earlyrider Belter model. Earlyrider launched 9 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Earlyrider Belter 16 2023 has a starting price of 479$. Earlyrider Belter 24 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 999$.
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$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Youth bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 489$. Comparing this to the average Youth bike price, we see that the price is 75.9% higher.
Youth bikes average weight
The average weight for Youth bikes is 10.9 kg (24.03 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Belter 14 weighs 5.5 kg (12.13 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 98.18% lighter than the average weight of Youth bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Belter 14 model has 14″ aluminum wheels. The 14″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children 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 Belter 14 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.